…as UNIOSUN holds 1st Folorunso Alakija lecture By Shina Abubakar Osogbo A Professor of law practice, Mr Yusuf Ali, SAN, has disclosed that achieving nation building is anchored on ethical citizenship that prioritizes service over self achievement. Delivering the first Folorunso Alakija lecture organised by Osun State University, UNIOSUN, at the university auditorium in Osogbo […]

By Kingsley Adegboye The 2026 edition of the ongoing West Africa Automotive Show (WAAS), Tuesday reinforced growing investors’ confidence in Nigeria’s automotive industry as stakeholders projected deeper foreign participation, increased local manufacturing and stronger regional market expansion. The three-day exhibition, holding at the Landmark Event Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos, attracted over 350 exhibitors and thousands […]

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has clarified that the disposal of seized items, including food products such as rice, is guided strictly by provisions of the Nigeria Customs Service Act 2023 and the agency’s internal operational procedures.

By Kingsley Adegboye Wellington College International Lagos has appointed Christine Haslett as its founding headmaster, effective August 1, 2026. The appointment marks an important step as Wellington College International Lagos progresses towards its opening in September 2027, providing experienced leadership at a formative stage in the school’s development, according to a statement by the school […]

By Victor Ahiuma-Young, BIRNIN KEBBI The Kebbi State Government has intensified its social welfare interventions with the distribution of cash grants, houses, tricycles and other support materials to vulnerable citizens across the state as part of efforts to improve livelihoods and reduce poverty. A statement by Yahaya Sarki, Special Adviser, SA, on Media and Publicity […]

By Benjamin Njoku Nigerian Women in PR, the Nigerian country hub of the Public Relations Women Foundation (PRWF), has appointed its first non-founder executive leadership team. The five appointments mark a key milestone in the organisation’s transition from a founder-led community to a fully institutionalised professional body with distributed leadership. The new team takes effect […]

…promises modern living, strong investment returns Abuja witnessed another significant milestone in its expanding real estate sector as Rosefield Industries Ltd officially performed the groundbreaking ceremony for Maliyah Hills Estate, a residential development designed to meet the increasing demand for quality housing and secure property investment opportunities within the Federal Capital Territory. Speaking at the […]

By Benjamin Njoku The City of East Point is ramping up efforts to position itself as a major international gateway destination ahead of the FIFA World Cup, as tourism and hospitality leaders gathered for the National Travel and Tourism Week 2026 Kickoff Event in Georgia. Hosted by the East Point Convention and  Visitors Bureau, the […]

Nigerian entrepreneur Michael Collins is making significant strides in the transportation sector with the launch and growth of MCO Quick Ride Rentals Ltd in Lagos. As founder and CEO, Collins is positioning the company to provide premium and professional mobility solutions, including executive car rentals, airport transfers, corporate fleet management, and event transportation services. MCO […]

The Minister of State for Defence, Bello Mohammed Matawalle, has praised indigenous defence firm DICON-D7G for boosting Nigeria’s military industrial production on the global stage. Matawalle gave the commendation while declaring open the DICON-D7G exhibition booth at the 2026 SAHA Defence and Aerospace Exhibition in Istanbul, Turkey. The minister, accompanied by the Chief of Air […]

*It’ll strengthen healthcare access on campus – VC By Precious Enaike To boost healthcare delivery for students and staff, the Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK), Awka, has received a state-of-the-art Mobile Clinic from SiliconHub Limited, a United States- and Nigeria-based technology company. The donation, presented under the company’s Care365 Health Hub initiative, marks the beginning of […]

By Dayo Johnson Akure Leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ondo Central Senatorial District have commended Senator Adeniyi Adegbonmire, SAN, for his Renewed Hope Mega Empowerment Programme, describing it as impactful and in line with his campaign promises. Speaking in Ondo town and Akure ahead of the 2027 primaries, the party chieftains said […]

In the vibrant and ever-evolving Nigerian music scene, a new generation of creative talents is redefining the sound of Afro-inspired electronic music — and among the names steadily gaining attention is Chukwuemeka Victor Iroele, professionally known as DJ Tapi. Born on May 1st, 1999, in Ojo Alaba Igbede, Lagos State, DJ Tapi represents a growing […]

What began as a vision to address the financial challenges faced by Nigerian civil servants has grown into an award-winning financial services company. In May 2026, MCO Penny Limited received the Gold Award for Customer Service Excellence, a recognition that highlights the company’s growth and commitment to customer support within Nigeria’s financial sector. Since its […]

CrediSure has officially launched a new phase of its platform, positioning itself as a major player in Africa’s evolving credit intelligence and digital lending ecosystem. The relaunch, which went live on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, signals the company’s ambition to reshape how individuals and businesses across Africa access credit, build financial visibility, and connect with […]