Civil society organisations, (CSOs), and other stakeholders have called on the Federal Government to make public the Memorandum of Understanding, (MoU), reportedly signed with Brazilian meat-processing giant, JBS S.A., saying access to the agreement is critical to assessing the environmental, economic and social implications of the company’s proposed investment in Nigeria.

…Emphasizes campus security, Safe Schools Initiative By Adesina Wahab The National Vice President of the National Association of Nigerian Students, NANS, Nanchang Peter Timloh, has outlined his vision for Nigerian students, saying student welfare and advocacy will top his list of priorities. This is just as he emphasised the need for a safe and secure […]

The Bridge and You Podcast, popularly known as TBAY, is set to expand its operations beyond Scotland to other parts of the United Kingdom, with new interviews, community projects and interactive content planned as part of its next phase of growth. Launched in March 2026, the podcast was established to document the experiences of immigrants […]

By Esther Onyegbula Shop prices at the Acada Arcade Shopping Complex, along the Lagos State University, LASU-Ojo axis of Lagos, are set to rise from August 17, with ground-floor units now priced at ₦1.2 million per square metre, amid rising construction costs and increased expenditure on infrastructure. The upward review, announced yesterday by PeeDeep Arcade […]

By Lawani Mikairu In order to reposition security as a strategic driver of business resilience, organisational confidence, and national development in the country, PSKorner, a new security knowledge and thought leadership platform, was yesterday unveiled in Lagos. Founded by Buduka Julia Addey, Managing Director of EPSS Private Security Services Limited and National General Secretary of […]

By Chioma Obinna Nigeria joined the rest of the world to commemorate the 2026 World Breastfeeding Week, health experts have emphasised that breastfeeding goes beyond providing nourishment, describing it as the foundation for a healthy start in life, stronger immunity, optimal child development and a lifelong emotional bond between mother and baby. At a community […]

By Chukwunonso Okolo West Africa can unlock a cumulative $3 trillion energy market by 2035 if countries deepen regional integration, harmonise regulations and build shared energy infrastructure, Chairman of RHS Advisory Ltd, Mallam Suleiman Yahyah, has said. According to a statement, speaking at the West Africa Refined Fuel Market (WAFRFM) Conference 2026 in Abuja, Yahyah […]

Nigeria’s Junior Yellow Greens have strengthened their push for a return to Division One of the ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup pathway with a commanding seven-wicket victory over hosts Rwanda in their third league match of the ongoing ICC U19 Men’s World Cup Africa Qualifier Division 2.

By Precious Enaike The Public Complaints Commission (PCC), Nigeria’s Ombudsman institution, has commenced a comprehensive training programme on digital transformation, artificial intelligence (AI) and electronic complaint management for its officers across the North-Central geopolitical zone. The capacity-building programme, facilitated by Instincts Resources Nigeria Limited, is being conducted in phases from August 4–6 and August 10–13, […]

By Esther Onyegbula The Executive Chairman of Oriade Local Council Development Area, Lagos State, Hon. Rasaq Akorede Olojede, has said his administration completed several road, bridge, environmental, education, healthcare and social intervention projects in its first year in office. Olojede, who disclosed this while marking the first anniversary of his administration, said the council had […]

We sat down with the Vijad Projects CEO to talk about the vision behind the brand, the philosophy driving it, and where he believes smart investors should be looking

The initiative, which targets the Federal Capital Territory and the states of Benue, Kaduna and Oyo, was unveiled in Makurdi during a two-day capacity-building workshop for selected journalists and media influencers.

… Says reliable data vital to fight drug abuse menace By Nkiruka Nnorom The ECOWAS Commission has called for a stronger data collection system at national and regional levels to effectively tackle the evolving drug problem in West Africa, saying that reliable and up-to-date information was critical to guide policy and evidence-based programming. Declaring open […]

The hefty fine of $940m placed on Meta in New Mexico has retained Social Media in the centre of unwanted discourse and concerned efforts by jurisdictional authorities to deal with a menace that threatens today as well as the future of nations since the young ones are mostly affected in a world that seems to be […]

YENAGOA — Youth groups in Bayelsa State have commended High Chief Government Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo, and the management of Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited for initiatives they said had contributed to youth empowerment, peacebuilding and the reduction of social vices across the state.