Nigerians have continued to make their mark outside the country in fields ranging from law and literature to academia and social media.

*As OADC, Analytics Intelligence deal, media’s Big Tech battle fuel push for homegrown AI By Prince Osuagwu Nigeria’s dream of achieving artificial intelligence AI sovereignty may have received an unexpected boost from Anambra State, where the state’s ICT Agency has begun deploying a locally trained AI system to automate government operations and explore new ways […]

Says Aiyedatiwa remains his benefactor By Dayo Johnson Akure   The All Progressives Congress, APC, Senatorial Candidate for Ondo South Senatorial District, Dr. Isaacs Kekemeke, has dismissed reports of a rift between himself and governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, describing the claims as the handiwork of political opponents. Kekemeke, a former APC National Vice Chairman, South-West, who addressed […]

The Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Mr Ola Olukoyede, has ordered the withdrawal of charges against two young Nigerians arraigned for alleged cybercrime and peddling malicious information against the commission, after the father of one of them pleaded for mercy.

The Ministry of Steel Development, yesterday, signed an agreement to revive the full operationalisation of the Delta Steel Company, now known as Premium Steel and Mines Limited (PSML), in Ovwian-Aladja, Delta State.

By Adeola Badru The pan-Yoruba socio-political organisation, Afenifere, has warned that the Southwest may face worsening food insecurity as escalating kidnappings, killings and attacks on farmers continue to drive agricultural workers off their farms. The organisation said the growing insecurity was not only threatening lives and property but also discouraging agricultural investment, reducing food production, […]

By Ozioruva Aliu Nine months after Governor Monday Okpebholo set up a six man committee headed by Sen Adams Oshiomhole to investigate the controversies that have trailed the Museum of West African Arts (MOWAA), the committee has recommended that the facility should be given to the palace of the Oba of Benin to manage because […]

By Henry Obetta The Ondo Redemption Front, ORF, has accused the Ondo State Government of allowing political manoeuvring to overshadow governance, urging Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa to focus more on security, healthcare, education, water supply, workers’ welfare and infrastructure. The group, in its August State of the State Address signed by its Chairman, Ayodeji Ologun, said […]

…”It’s not true”, Essien The Executive Committee of the NFF headed by Ibrahim Gusau has been reportedly handed a 24-hour ultimatum to resign following accusation of maladministration, misappropriation and misjudgment. The order was said to have been given by the National Sports Commission (NSC) and it followed serious concerns by Nigerians over the administration of […]

The U.S. Mission Nigeria has spotlighted Nigerian-American entrepreneur George Azih for his contribution to financial technology and innovation in the United States.

Mavin Records founder Michael Ajereh popularly known as Don Jazzy has publicly acknowledged the influence of singer Ayra Starr, stating that she has significantly impacted his life and career.

By Obas Esiedesa, Abuja The Rural Electrification Agency (REA) has entered into a N50 billion project financing partnership with Alpha Morgan Bank to accelerate the deployment of renewable energy projects and expand electricity access in unserved and underserved communities across Nigeria. Under the agreement, Alpha Morgan Bank will make available up to N50 billion in […]

Nollywood actress Shaffy Bello has said she expects younger people to show respect by using appropriate titles rather than calling elders by their first names.

Tyson Fury has claimed his highly anticipated fight against Anthony Joshua may no longer happen, blaming fresh financial demands from Joshua’s camp for putting the proposed bout in jeopardy.

The NDC candidate assured that his campaign would be more than a political exercise, describing it as an opportunity for a national conversation on how to rebuild the country and improve the living standards of Nigerians.