From long queues to doorstep delivery: Nigeria’s passport renewal goes digital in the UK
By Israel Fagbemigun For decades, renewing a Nigerian passport was synonymous with frustration.The process often involved repeated visits to immigration offices, hours spent in queues, uncertainty over timelines, and in some cases, allegations of unofficial payments to fast-track applications. For Nigerians living abroad, the experience could be even more demanding, requiring long-distance travel to embassies […]
Turkish cargo flights near Sudan draw attention amid regional tensions
Recent developments surrounding the conflict in Sudan have drawn increased regional and international attention following reports that Turkish Air Force cargo aircraft landed at East Oweinat Airport in southern Egypt, near the Sudanese border. According to media reports, the aircraft departed from Tekirdağ-Çorlu Airport in Turkey, a location associated with the country’s growing defense and […]
Babalakin & Co. rewards young artists with N10m, promotes creative industry
By Innocent Anaba LAGOS — Leading commercial law firm, Babalakin & Co., has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Nigeria’s creative industry by rewarding outstanding young artists with a total of N10 million and promoting greater awareness of intellectual property rights and legal protection for creatives. The firm made the presentation at the grand finale of […]
Insecurity: OSG hails Delta CP’s visit to Oghara Kingdom
By Gabriel Ewepu ABUJA — The Oghara Study Group (OSG) has commended the Delta State Commissioner of Police, CP Yemi Oyeniyi, for his visit to Oghara Kingdom and his engagement with stakeholders, including His Royal Majesty, Noble Oyibo Eshemitan, JP, FCA, Orefe III, the Ovie of Oghara Kingdom. The group also welcomed the Commissioner’s strategic […]
‘Charity Begins at Home’ – Enugu NDC aspirants tell Peter Obi
By Dennis Agbo Over 80 aggrieved aspirants of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, in Enugu State have told the party’s Presidential candidate, Mr. Peter Obi to organize the party in his south east home front first before going into the larger Nigeria space. The Aggrieved aspirants made the call following the alleged financial extortion on […]
LASCCWA, Apapa-Iganmu LCDA boost small businesses with tools, cash grants
By Esther Onyegbula Over a 100 small business owners in Apapa-Iganmu Local Council Development Area, LCDA, on Thursday received business equipment and cash grants under the Lagos State Council Chairmen’s Wives Association, LASCCWA, Women Empowerment Programme aimed at promoting self-reliance and improving livelihoods. The beneficiaries received various vocational tools, including 10 tailoring machines, six grinding […]
