Lagos submerged as floods sack homes, paralyse traffic, halts businesses
By Clifford Ndujihe, Olasunkanmi Akoni, Ebunoluwa Sessou & Efe Onodjae TORRENTIAL rainfall lasting over 12 hours, yesterday, submerged property and roads in Lagos, bringing normal commercial activities and vehicular movement to a halt. The downpour, which started on Sunday, reached a crescendo, leaving motorists and commuters stranded across the metropolis, while residents had to bail out storm […]
After seven-year Hiatus, Sokoto State University to graduate 6,000 students at Combined convocation
By Musa Ubandawaki, Sokoto SOKOTO — Sokoto State University (SSU) will confer degrees on no fewer than 6,000 graduates during its 8th Combined Convocation Ceremony on Saturday, marking the return of the institution’s convocation after a seven-year break. The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Muhammad Bello Yarima, disclosed this on Monday during a pre-convocation press conference in Sokoto, […]
South South APC youths warn against sponsoring opposition
By Adesina Wahab Youths of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the South-South geopolitical zone have warned chief executives of federal agencies and contractors in the region to ensure that resources under their control are used strictly for their intended purposes. In a statement signed by Prince Urhorho Koyoyo, Zonal Youth Leader of the APC […]
FG seeks local production of mobile phones
…Waves market incentives on Chinese OEMs ….Telcos, subscribers commend move By Prince Osuagwu, Hitech Editor. THE Federal government has waved a carrot stick on Chinese phone manufacturers and their Nigerian counterparts to consider establishing phone manufacturing plants in Nigeria in exchange of mouth watering business incentives. The government said that tax waivers and other rare […]
250th Independence Day: U.S. reaffirms strategic partnership with Nigeria
The United States Mission in Nigeria on Wednesday celebrated the 250th anniversary of American independence in Lagos, reaffirming its commitment to deepening trade, security, cultural and people-to-people ties with Nigeria. The event, held at the U.S. Consul General’s Residence in Ikoyi, attracted senior government officials, members of the diplomatic corps, traditional rulers, religious leaders, business […]
NYSC Reforms: Tinubu is boldest president in Nigeria’s democratic history – Eta
By Joseph Erunke, Abuja A former acting national chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, and Chairman of the yet to be inaugurated board of the National Youth Service Corps, NYSC, Ntufam Hilliard Eta, has commended President Bola Tinubu on the decision of the federal government to undertake a systemic reform of the NYSC […]
CEIBS Nigeria Alumni chapter inducts new members, launches website
By Josephine Agbonkhese The China Europe International Business School (CEIBS) Nigeria Alumni Chapter recently inducted a fresh set of members while unveiling its official alumni website and announcing the expansion of its flagship Women Entrepreneurship and Leadership for Africa (WELA) programme to Abuja. The ceremony, held in Lagos, brought together business leaders, corporate executives, entrepreneurs […]
7th Edition of Hackaholics: Wema Bank introduces 3 tracks, 7 Verticals, grant prizes
By Henry Obetta Nigeria’s oldest indigenous national bank, Wema Bank has announced the 7th edition of its flagship innovation initiative, Hackaholics, as part of its commitment to powering innovation, empowering youths and promoting economic prosperity. The bank made the announcement on Wednesday during a press conference which took place at Wema Bank Head Office in […]
Operation go back to the land: A strategic path to security, jobs and food stability
By Adeniyi Samson Adekunle Nigeria stands at a critical crossroads. Across the country, many communities continue to face security challenges, including banditry, insurgency, kidnapping, illegal mining and other forms of organized criminal activity. In some areas, large stretches of forestland have become difficult to monitor effectively, posing challenges for security, economic growth and national stability. […]
1bn GHC: Students told to step up preparations
By Esther Onyegbula Organisers of the Geneith Health Competition, GHC, have called on secondary school and tertiary institution students across Nigeria to intensify preparations ahead of the national competition scheduled for October 30, 2026, as anticipation builds for what they described as one of Africa’s biggest youth-driven health competitions. The Managing Director of CEOAFRICA and […]
