By Ike Uchechukwu, CALABAR The Cleft and Facial Deformity Foundation (CFDF), led by Dr. Seidu Bello, has commenced free craniofacial surgeries for 35 patients with facial tumours at the University of Calabar Teaching Hospital (UCTH). The 30th edition of the programme, flagged off on Tuesday, is in partnership with medical experts from the TY Danjuma […]

By Ephraim Oseji A significant step toward nationwide expansion, Blord Group has officially announced its entry into Enugu, marking another milestone in its mission to bring innovation, digital services, and economic opportunities closer to Nigerians across all regions. The announcement, which has generated excitement across the South-East, confirms that Blord Group will be launching its […]

O’tega Ogra’ appointment to the Executive Committee of the World Federation of Advertisers (WFA) marks a significant milestone, underscoring both his professional ascent and Nigeria’s expanding footprint on the global stage. Announced in Stockholm, the development places Ogra at the heart of international marketing discourse. More broadly, it highlights Nigeria’s increasing role in shaping how […]

By Matthew Johnson The Delta State University (DELSU), Abraka, has conferred an Honorary Doctorate (Doctor of Business) on Alhaji (Dr) Muhammadu Indimi, Executive Chairman of Oriental Energy Resources Limited, for his contributions to business, education, and national development. During the university’s 18th Convocation Ceremony in Abraka on Saturday, the university said the award recognises Indimi’s […]

By Esther Onyegbula A Professor of Leadership, Christian Harrison, has been nominated for the Male Ally of the Year Award at the SheInspires Awards, in recognition of his contributions to advancing gender equality, equity and inclusion. Harrison, who is affiliated with the Centre for Leadership and Empowerment and the University of Greater Manchester, described the […]

Former Arise News Anchor and aspirant for Idemili North and South Federal Constituency, House of Reps, Dr. Chiogo Constance Ikokwu (Ugonecheora) has moved to the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC).

As concerns continue to grow over gaps in security visibility, a cybersecurity firm, Quest Consortium Security Solutions Limited (QCSS), has introduced a new platform aimed at addressing persistent gaps in how organisations understand their exposure across digital systems. The platform is designed to provide insight into what is accessible within an organisation’s infrastructure and how […]

By Gift ChapiOdekina, Abuja ABUJA — A female aspirant, Mrs. Ngozi Okafor, has declared her intention to contest the Ideato North Federal Constituency seat in the House of Representatives on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC), amid concerns over women and youth representation in Nigerian politics. Okafor, an organisational psychologist, said her decision […]

FORMER Ministers of Foreign Affairs, Major General Ike Nwachukwu, rtd has called for the establishment of foreign service commission as part of reforms in Nigeria’s foreign service architecture to strengthen professionalism and institutional stability.

By Kingsley Adegboye The Rotary Club of Ikeja GRA has reaffirmed its commitment to improving education infrastructure with the commissioning of renovated classrooms, an ICT laboratory and staff room at State Senior High School Ikeja, Lagos. The project was officially inaugurated on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at the school premises in Ikeja and forms part […]

The recent attention on non-performing loans and suspended dividends in the banking sector has generated debate on governance and regulatory roles.

The Director-General of Renewed Hope Ambassadors (RHA) and Imo State Governor, Senator Hope Uzodimma, has said that President Bola Tinubu’s achievements have positioned him for a smooth path to re-election in 2027.

Yhe Member Representing Warri South Constituency 2 in the Delta State House of Assembly Hon. (Chief) Benson Obire , has formerly declared his interest to run for a second term to consolidate on his achievements with a promise to surpass it in his second term if re- elected.‎‎The Distinguished Lawmaker made this declaration at the […]

By Efe Onodjae  A new report released by Topship has projected significant growth in Africa’s export-driven economy, with Nigeria’s air freight market expected to nearly double within the next five years. The report, titled African Shipping Outlook 2025, provides an in-depth analysis of air freight trends, digital commerce expansion, and the rising role of Micro, […]

By Alim Abubakre Across Africa’s boardrooms, artificial intelligence has rapidly moved from a distant concept to a central strategic concern. Directors approve digital transformation budgets. Executives commission data initiatives. Organisations experiment with automation and predictive tools. Yet many institutions across Nigeria, Kenya and Egypt quietly face the same uncomfortable truth. Artificial intelligence promises extraordinary capability, but […]