….As Centre LSD trains over 11,000 feminists nationwide By Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA: Popular Nigerian actor, writer and producer, Chief Richard Evans Mofe-Damijo, also known as RMD, has signed up for the fight against Gender-Based Violence GBV, calling for a better deal for women in governance. This was as the African Centre for Leadership, Strategy and […]

By Benjamin Njoku Veteran actress Joke Silva has called on Nollywood practitioners to respect professional boundaries and stop wearing “too many hats at once”, saying the practice fuels conflict and weakens the industry. Silva made the call on Thursday at the maiden NFVCB Masterclass Series held at MUSON Centre, Onikan, Lagos. The event, themed “Professionalism, […]

By Emmanuel Iheaka OWERRI – An Austria based Catholic priest, Rev. Fr. Henry Igbokwe, has declared that awarding scholarship to a total of 140 students and sinking borehole in Ihitte Uboma, Imo State, are part of spreading the gospel of love and care. Fr. Igbokwe, popularly known as Fr. Mazi UC, stated this during the […]

By Chioma Obinna Lawmakers from 10 states have resolved to accelerate the passage of six-month paid maternity leave laws, increase domestic funding for nutrition programmes and push for the speedy passage of the National Nutrition Bill as part of coordinated efforts to tackle Nigeria’s worsening malnutrition crisis.The resolutions were reached at the end of a […]

By Victor Ahiuma-Young The Emir of Zuru, His Royal Highness, Muhammad Sanusi Mikailu, Sami Gomo III, has commended Kebbi State Governor, Dr. Nasir Idris, for what he described as remarkable achievements in security, infrastructure and people-centred governance, saying the administration has restored hope and accelerated development across the Zuru Emirate. The commendation came during an […]

Youth leaders of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) from the 25 Local Government Areas of Delta State have reaffirmed their commitment to mobilising support for the party’s presidential candidates, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar and Rt. Hon. Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi, as well as the Delta State governorship candidate, Chief Great Ovedje Ogboru, ahead of the 2027 general elections.

By Chioma Obinna President of the Nigerian Academy of Pharmacy (NAPHARM), Prof. Lere Baale, has challenged healthcare professionals and leaders across Nigeria to abandon the pursuit of titles and personal success in favour of integrity, purposeful service and institution-building, warning that only leaders who leave lasting impact will be remembered. Delivering the inaugural Sir Ifeanyi […]

By Benjamin Njoku The President of the Directors Guild of Nigeria, DGN, Uche Agbo, is calling on insurance companies to stop using a one-size-fits-all approach and design policies that fit the realities of Nigeria’s entertainment sector. Agbo made the call at a stakeholders’ engagement organized by the Office of the Special Assistant to the President […]

…Plans to mark 30 years in showbiz, confirms 2Baba management deal By Benjamin Njoku Veteran showbiz entrepreneur and entertainment promoter, Kehinde Adegbite, popularly known as Mallam Yankee, says his proudest achievement after three decades in Nigeria’s entertainment industry is the number of stars he helped discover and build. Speaking with Entertainment Plus, ahead of activities […]

The Cross River State Security Service, in collaboration with other security stakeholders, has inaugurated the Central Planning Committee for the 2026 Cross River State Security Summit. At the inauguration, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Content Development and Archiving, Beatrice Akpala, was appointed Chairman of the Central Planning Committee. The 2026 Security Summit, themed […]

By Chioma Obinna The Executive Director of UNICEF, Catherine Russell, has called for sustained investment in Nigeria’s children, describing the country’s youthful population as its greatest opportunity for future economic growth, innovation and national resilience. Russell, who concluded a working visit to Nigeria on Thursday, said the country had made encouraging progress in key child […]

By Jimoh Babatunde LAGOS – Lagos Continental Hotel has been named the Best Luxury Business Hotel in Nigeria 2026 at the Hotel Managers Conference (HMC) Africa 2026, in recognition of its excellence in luxury business hospitality. The award was presented by the Convener of HMC Africa, Mr. Oluwagbenga Sunday, during the conference held at the […]

By Benjamin Njoku UK-based Nigerian theatre artist and cultural advocate Daniel Okezue, has been named Chief Host of the 2026 Bradford African Festival of Arts, BAFA following his successful outing at the 2025 edition. The festival will bring together thousands of visitors from across the United Kingdom and beyond for a vibrant celebration of creativity, […]

By Juliet Ebirim Over the past month, the Captain Pepple Open Football Tournament has drawn youths, families and football enthusiasts from across Old Port Harcourt Township, turning local football grounds into gathering points for sport and community interaction. The competition featured 16 teams, including Tammy Prime FC, Yam Zone United, Graceland FC, Blessed FC, AMA […]

By Theodore Opara The Chinese advancement in the automotive industry has become a serious concern to the Japanese auto manufacturers as they feel threatened by the quality of vehicles being produced by the Chinese. According to the Japanese, unless something is done urgently, they might not survive the competition.The alarming rise of Chinese automakers has […]