By Chioma Obinna The Executive Director of UNICEF, Catherine Russell, has called for sustained investment in Nigeria’s children, describing the country’s youthful population as its greatest opportunity for future economic growth, innovation and national resilience. Russell, who concluded a working visit to Nigeria on Thursday, said the country had made encouraging progress in key child […]

By Jimoh Babatunde LAGOS – Lagos Continental Hotel has been named the Best Luxury Business Hotel in Nigeria 2026 at the Hotel Managers Conference (HMC) Africa 2026, in recognition of its excellence in luxury business hospitality. The award was presented by the Convener of HMC Africa, Mr. Oluwagbenga Sunday, during the conference held at the […]

By Benjamin Njoku UK-based Nigerian theatre artist and cultural advocate Daniel Okezue, has been named Chief Host of the 2026 Bradford African Festival of Arts, BAFA following his successful outing at the 2025 edition. The festival will bring together thousands of visitors from across the United Kingdom and beyond for a vibrant celebration of creativity, […]

By Juliet Ebirim Over the past month, the Captain Pepple Open Football Tournament has drawn youths, families and football enthusiasts from across Old Port Harcourt Township, turning local football grounds into gathering points for sport and community interaction. The competition featured 16 teams, including Tammy Prime FC, Yam Zone United, Graceland FC, Blessed FC, AMA […]

By Theodore Opara The Chinese advancement in the automotive industry has become a serious concern to the Japanese auto manufacturers as they feel threatened by the quality of vehicles being produced by the Chinese. According to the Japanese, unless something is done urgently, they might not survive the competition.The alarming rise of Chinese automakers has […]