Counterfeit alcohol Killing Nigerians, ruining economy, SWAN raises alarm over illicit spirits trade
The Spirits and Wines Association of Nigeria (SWAN) has raised the alarm over the growing menace of illicit alcohol trade in the country, warning that counterfeit and illegally produced spirits are endangering lives, destroying legitimate businesses, and damaging Nigeria’s global image.
NUPRC urges local refiners to bid for oil blocks, assures crude supply
By Esther Onyegbula THE Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission, NUPRC, on Wednesday urged members of the Crude Oil Refinery Owners Association of Nigeria, CORAN, to participate in upcoming oil block licensing rounds as part of measures to guarantee steady and affordable crude supply for domestic refineries. The Commission Chief Executive, Mrs. Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan, gave the […]
Niger Delta students need immediate support, says Agbo Joseph
By Adesina Wahab The National Vice President of the Niger Delta Students Union Government (NIDSUG), Mr. Nwetuayo Joseph Agbo, has appealed to key federal agencies and parastatals to urgently step in and support students across the Niger Delta region.In a statement released by his office, he specifically called on the Niger Delta Development Commission, Nigerian […]
Sanitation exercise returns in Ajeromi Ifelodun as council moves to enforce compliance
By Esther Onyegbula The Ajeromi Ifelodun Local Government in Lagos State has commenced steps to reintroduce the monthly environmental sanitation exercise, with a strong warning that compliance will be strictly enforced across all wards. Executive Chairman of the council, Hon. Olalekan Olu Akindipe, disclosed this on Wednesday during an orientation programme organised for key stakeholders, […]
Lasaco Assurance’s Rights Issue to close May 13
By Rosemary Iwunze Lasaco Assurance Plc wishes to inform shareholders and the investing public that its ongoing Rights Issue, duly approved by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), is scheduled to close on May 13, 2026. This timeline provides eligible shareholders with sufficient opportunity to participate in the capital raising exercise. The offer comprises 9,236,321,546 […]
Borno Rep, Balami commiserates with families of 11 killed by Boko Haram in Askira-Uba LG
By Ndahi Marama, Maiduguri The Member representing Askira-Uba/Hawul Federal Constituency in Borno State, Hon. Dr. Midala Usman Balami has extended his deep sympathies to the families of 11 people, including four members of Vigilantes that were killed during last Tuesday Boko Haram invasion into Pubagu village of Askira- Uba local Government Area (LGA) of the […]
Building on rented land: How Nigeria loses N60bn yearly to foreign domains
Nigeria is quietly losing an estimated N60 billion every year to foreign domain registrations and web hosting services, a steady outflow that highlights a deeper structural weakness in the country’s digital economy.
Bayern Munich: Vincent Kompany becomes first Black coach wins Bundesliga title
By Paul Lucky Okoku When preparation meets belief, criticism becomes background noise and history becomes unavoidable. A first Black champion in the Bundesliga, and a season that turned skepticism into submission. Vincent Kompany did not merely win the league; he won the argument. In football—and beyond—balance matters: merit must lead, but merit must also be […]
Google introduces synced workspace for smarter Nigerian research processes
By Juliet Umeh A new integration between Google’s artificial intelligence tools is expected to change how Nigerian researchers, writers, and knowledge workers manage information, organise ideas, and complete complex projects.Google Gemini is combining with NotebookLM to create one connected workspace that makes research, writing, and organising information easier.The update introduces “notebooks,” which act like shared […]
Football academy hosts tournament to mark DCF’s 17th anniversary
By Matthew Johnson The Dolly Champions Football Academy, the football arm of the Dolly Children Foundation (DCF), has organised football tournament in Magboro to commemorate the Foundation’s 17th anniversary. The tournament kicked off on Friday, April 10th, 2026, and ran through April 18th, bringing together young football talents for a vibrant and memorable competition. The […]
Abia targets gaming industry boom as firm trains youths for digital careers
By Steve Oko UMUAHIA – Abia State has taken a bold step toward becoming a major player in Nigeria’s fast-growing gaming industry, as youths across the state received specialized training aimed at turning digital gaming into viable careers. The initiative, driven through a partnership between the Abia Tech Hub and leading gaming firm KingMakers, culminated […]
