Alaafin ‘handshake snub’ not intentional — Olubadan
THE Olubadan of Ibadan land, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, yesterday, dismissed insinuations making the rounds on social media that he deliberately snubbed the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Owoade, during a recent public function in Ibadan, Oyo State, insisting that the incident was neither intentional nor disrespectful.
Lagos’ future: Governance is key to sustainable growth, says Oniru, Oba Lawal
A royal father, Oba Abdulwasiu Omogbolahan Lawal, the Oniru of Iru Kingdom, has emphasised that the future of Lagos hinges not on its potential for growth, but on the effectiveness of its governance structure.
Hardship: How we survived 2025 — South-East residents
FOR the residents of the South-East region, the year 2025 was synonymous with economic hardship.
Naira depreciates to N1,490/$ in parallel market
By Elizabeth Adegbesan The Naira yesterday depreciated to N1,490 per dollar in the parallel market from N1,480 per dollar on Tuesday. But the naira appreciated to N1,419.5 per dollar in the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market, NFEM. Data from the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, showed that the indicative exchange rate for the naira fell to […]
Reflections on service and mentorship: Senator Barau’s visit to his Media Office
I was overwhelmed with joy when my principal, boss, mentor, and benefactor, the Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I. Jibrin, CFR, PhD, FCNA, paid a visit to the media unit of his office
Ondo APC Elders Forum thumb up Tinubu’s reforms, holds free medical outreach
Ahead of the next year’s presidential election, elders across Ondo State have been urged to take their civic responsibilities seriously by ensuring their Permanent Voters Cards (PVCs) are secured.
Strength in Silence: The Nnaji Doctrine as Legal Offensive Gains Momentum
Proceedings in the matter involving Chief Uche Geoffrey Nnaji, popularly known as Nwakaibie, came up as scheduled Wednesday before the Federal High Court of Nigeria, Abuja Judicial Division, sitting in Abuja.
Kaduna’s Jaba LGA recruits 166 JTF operatives to strengthen grassroots security
The Jaba Local Government Area (LGA) of Kaduna State has recruited and inaugurated 166 members of a Joint Task Force (JTF) to bolster community-based security and sustain peace in the area.
Amaka Chidere explores the power of AI in financial forecasting and decision-making
By Juliet Umeh In the modern, volatile economic environment, financial forecasting has become one of the most useful skills that can be possessed by both institutions and individuals. This is where Amaka Chidere is shaping her voice, exploring how artificial intelligence can revolutionize financial forecasting and redefine how decisions are made in high-risk, fast-moving markets. […]
FG to young innovators: Become Nigeria’s problem solvers
By Shina Abubakar, Osogbo The Federal Government has tasked young Nigerian innovators to switch the country’s narrative from one filled with challenges to one abounding with opportunities. This was disclosed by the Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr. ‘Bosun Tijani, while speaking with newsmen after delivering the Distinguished Personality Lecture Series at Obafemi […]
Foundation gifts WAEC scholarship to 300 students across Kwara
By Demola Akinyemi Ilorin The Muhydeen Okunlola Kayode (MOK) Foundation has gifted annual WAEC scholarship scheme to cover 300 secondary school students across the three senatorial districts of Kwara State. The 300 beneficiaries compared with the last event however marked a 50 per cent increase in beneficiaries. The scholarship distribution ceremony was held on Wednesday […]
