… PVAC, Afrimedical partnership positions Nigeria as WA’s manufacturing hubBy Chioma Obinna With 99 percent diagnostic imports,  Nigeria has taken a decisive step toward reducing its heavy dependence on imported medical diagnostics with the commencement of local production plans for advanced HIV, hepatitis and syphilis rapid test kits under a strategic partnership involving global healthcare company […]

By Joseph Erunke, Abuja Diplomats visited Kano Film Village to gain first-hand insight into how Kannywood is contributing to youth employment, education and economic opportunity across northern Nigeria. And to experience first-hand how a good entertainment can carry important social messages. The delegation, led by the European Union Ambassador to Nigeria and ECOWAS, Gautier Mignot, […]

The people of Idodo Zone, Governor Peter Mbah’s immediate zone in Nkanu East LGA of Enugu State have hosted him to a grand civic reception, describing him as a son in whom they are well pleased. They also donated the sum of N50m towards the governor’s reelection. The people, who trouped out in their thousands, […]

By Mathew Johnson Residents of Festac Town in Amuwo-Odofin area of Lagos, weekend, appealed to President Bola Tinubu to intervene in what they described as the continued disposal of public facilities and open spaces within the estate, warning that the development could pose environmental, security and social challenges to the community. The appeal was made […]

By Esther Onyegbula The Apostolic Faith Church, West and Central Africa (WECA), on Sunday brought its 2026 Youth Weekend to a memorable close with a spiritually uplifting Youth Concert that celebrated sacred music, Christian service and the enduring legacy of the late music director, Rev. John Adelaja Aina. The concert, held at the church’s headquarters […]

By Dr. Elizabeth Aanuoluwapo Ajayi Every society eventually reveals what it truly values, not through its slogans or ceremonies, but through the way it treats those who have become dependent on its protection. In Nigeria, we pride ourselves on being a people who honour elders. Respect for age is woven into our greetings, our proverbs, […]

By Efe Onodjae  Chief Executive Officer of Dashboard Innovations, George Ugbegua, has been honoured with the CEO of the Year – Digital Innovation & Creative Leadership Award at the Brand Handlers Summit & Awards 2026. The award, presented at the recently concluded summit, recognised Ugbegua’s contributions to digital innovation, strategic leadership and efforts towards driving […]

By Chioma Obinna As Nigeria marked the 2026 Day of the African Child, stakeholders in child health, research, and public policy have called for the urgent institutionalisation of the Safety and Antimicrobial Resistance of Mass Administration of Azithromycin Among Children (SARMAAN) project, warning that the country risks losing hard-won gains in child survival unless evidence-based […]

By Tunde Oso The National Institute of Marketing of Nigeria (NIMN) has said it is deliberately shifting focus from transactional marketing to building lasting connections, whose three critical pillars include: community — treating consumers as active co-creators; culture — prioritising authentic local expressions over imported models; and connection — building human and technological bridges for […]

By Emmanuel Okogba Wife of the Peoples Democratic Party governorship candidate in Ekiti State, Mrs. Olukemi Oluyede, has assured women, youths and vulnerable groups that the administration of her husband, Dr. Oluwole Oluyede, will place their welfare and empowerment at the centre of governance if elected in the June 20 governorship election. Speaking with journalists […]

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has rescued a 36-year-old woman, Grace Aniekuoku, who was allegedly confined and restrained by her brother for more than 16 months.

By Uko Etim  UYO—The National Orientation Agency, NOA, Akwa Ibom State Directorate has called on residents to adopt voluntary blood donation as a culture of humanity and solidarity, rather than waiting for emergencies. State Director, Mr. Mkpoutom Mkpoutom, made the appeal on Sunday in Uyo, as part of global observance of World Blood Donation Day […]

By Chioma Okoye As Ebonyi State’s political landscape shifts, an emerging cohort of leaders is redefining public service by integrating entrepreneurial acumen, strategic philanthropy, and active grassroots engagement. Among the names attracting increasing attention is Osborn Nweze Umahi, whose recent political moves have positioned him as one of the young figures to watch in the […]

Resida, a property technology startup focused on modernizing the rental experience, has officially launched its all-in-one housing platform designed to simplify how Nigerians find homes, pay rent and manage property-related services. The platform enters the market at a time when renters across major Nigerian cities continue to face challenges such as fake property listings, fragmented […]