The organisers of Miss 9ja have opened applications for the 2027 edition of the pageant, calling on aspiring contestants from the 36 states of the federation and the Federal Capital Territory to compete for the coveted crown and a total prize package worth ₦13m. The Chief Executive Officer of Miss 9ja, Mrs Adenike Isi Adeeko, […]

Lagos-based Afrobeats artist formerly known as Lil Jhay has officially rebranded to Sesq Blvck, a move aimed at resolving long-standing issues with name visibility on major streaming platforms.

LAGOS — Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Aruwa Capital Management, Adesuwa Okunbo Rhodes, has underscored the need for a robust investment ecosystem to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), saying Africa’s sustainable economic growth depends on connecting visionary entrepreneurs with long-term capital and strategic partnerships. Speaking at the 4th Aruwa Capital Annual Investor Meeting […]

Hospitality entrepreneur and industry strategist, Abayomi Adewole, has said the future of Nigeria’s hospitality industry will be driven by memorable experiences rather than traditional hotel and nightclub offerings. According to him, the industry is witnessing a shift in consumer expectations as guests increasingly prioritise emotional connections and personalised experiences over physical facilities. Speaking on the […]

By Nnasom David The Chief Executive Officer of Dee Utensils, Amb. Lois Andrew Ihwo, has joined hundreds of Christian women in Abuja for the Pregnant and Waiting Mothers Prayer Conference, a faith-based gathering focused on prayer, encouragement and spiritual growth. The conference brought together women from different backgrounds for worship, prayers and teachings aimed at […]

•Unveils new leadership, ‘Beyond the Brief’ model By Tunde Oso One of Nigeria’s oldest and most influential creative agencies, TBWA\Concept Unit Nigeria, has announced a leadership transition designed to reshape the country’s advertising industry. George Isitua-Onukwu will assume the role of Chief Executive Officer effective July 1, 2026, succeeding Kelechi Nwosu, who moves to the […]

The last-32 game between Germany and Paraguay became the first knockout match of the 2026 World Cup to go to extra time.

The Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, has appealed last week’s Lokoja Federal High Court judgment, mandating the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, not to recognise the NDC as a political party pending when all legal issues surrounding it are resolved.

Torrential rains sparked flooding across Accra on Monday, killing at least three people, authorities and local media reported, with the president blaming climate change and unchecked urbanisation.

US President Donald Trump said Iran has requested a meeting that will be held in Qatar on Tuesday, despite Tehran denying that any technical talks on the deal aimed at ending the Middle East war were planned.

It was the latest winning goal in normal time of the knockout stages of the World Cup on record (since 1966).

The 37-year-old striker arrives from Barcelona after helping the Spanish giants capture the La Liga crown last month having starred from 2014-2022 with Bayern Munich.

The Federal Government and the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) on Monday signed an agreement on the 2009 renegotiation.

The so-called resident doctors — those below consultant level — have accepted an average 6.6 percent pay uplift to be implemented by April 2027.

Swiss authorities on Monday returned 18 Benin Bronzes to Nigeria in a ceremony at the National Museum in Lagos, the latest addition to the nation’s growing collection of repatriated treasures.