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Another view on the matter of akara, by Azu Ishiekwene

The feisty debate over First Lady Oluremi Tinubu’s comment on akara, roasted corn, and kulikuli, while discussing the Federal Government’s economic programme, is still stirring up a strong aroma, much like the smell of any of these popular local snacks. The thing won’t just go away, especially after her husband, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, jokingly stirred […]

How sustainability is driving Ikeja Hotel Plc’s rising fortunes on the stock market

By Jimoh BabatundeThe commissioning of a new gas-powered generator at Sheraton Lagos Hotel was more than the unveiling of another energy project. It was a statement of intent by Ikeja Hotel Plc that sustainability, operational efficiency and sound corporate governance are becoming key drivers of its impressive performance on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX). Speaking during […]

Ajadi celebrates Benedict Akika, hails grassroots leadership on birthday

The Allied Peoples Movement (APM) Senatorial Candidate for Oyo Central Senatorial District, Ambassador Olufemi Ajadi Oguntoyinbo, on Thursday joined eminent personalities, political leaders and other well-wishers in celebrating the birthday of Chief Benedict Akika, founder of the Omituntun Benedict Forum (OBF) and a prominent loyalist of Governor Seyi Makinde. The colourful birthday celebration, held in […]

Academy launches inaugural diplomacy, leadership training

The Global Diplomacy Impact (GDI) has launched its inaugural trainingin Global Diplomacy and Leadership. In a press statement by GDI Chief Executive Director, Ambassador Favour Nso, on Friday, the training program is a transformative initiative dedicated to developing the next generation of ethical leaders, diplomats, peace builders, and global change makers. The statement stated that […]

UNN Law Students visit Beaconsmith collective as innovation hub gains national recognition

By Chinedu Adonu ENUGU — Students of the Law Students’ Association, Faculty of Law, University of Nigeria, Enugu Campus (LAWSA-UNN), have visited the Beaconsmith Collective, an innovation and technology community in Enugu, to explore the intersection of law, technology, governance and community development. The visit coincided with a new milestone for the Collective as its […]

Nigeria needs food standards to compete globally — Stakeholders

By Cynthia AloLAGOS — Stakeholders in Nigeria’s food industry have called for urgent standardisation of food production and processing systems, saying the country must establish uniform standards across the value chain to compete effectively in the global food market and unlock the sector’s economic potential. The call was made on Wednesday at the unveiling of […]

Advocates demand inclusive healthcare for persons with disabilities

Public health advocacy platform, Project Kampe Bodi, has made a case for inclusive healthcare in government hospitals, saying there is a need for hospitals to be accessible for persons with disabilities. The platform, which also demanded that patients’ Bill of Rights be strengthened, said there was a need to establish disability help desks with assistive […]

Activist raises concern over reported oil spill in Delta communities

By Chancel Bomadi Sunday BURUTU — Environmental rights activist and peace advocate, Comrade (Dr.) Sheriff Mulade, has called on the Federal Government to declare an environmental emergency following a reported oil spill affecting several riverine communities in Warri South-West and Burutu Local Government Areas of Delta State. In a statement issued on Thursday, Mulade described […]

ACAEBIN trains bank executives on open banking

By Elizabeth Adegbesan The Association of Chief Audit Executives of Banks in Nigeria, ACAEBIN, has organised an international training and study tour for senior banking and fintech executives as part of efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s readiness for Open Banking. The programme, organised in partnership with Euromoney and the Association of Banks in Singapore, ABS, was […]

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