By Jacob Ajom Rising Nigerian-born British heavyweight sensation Moses Itauma and American contender Jermaine Franklin will  tomorrow, in a clash that pairs one of the division’s most explosive young prospects with a proven, durable veteran. Itauma, at just 21 years old, while Franklin brings experience. It’s a matchup that answers a simple question early—can the […]

By Progress Godfrey ABUJA — The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has unveiled plans for a new Telecoms Identity Risk Management System (TIRMS) platform aimed at curbing fraud, strengthening digital security, and restoring trust in Nigeria’s fast-growing digital economy. Executive Vice Chairman of the NCC, Dr Aminu Maida, disclosed this on Thursday in Abuja at a […]

By ENEWARIDIDEKE EKANPOU Ennoblement, recognition and appreciation are prized occasional regurgitations from man that echo satisfaction with services rendered by another. These signals of satisfaction, usually registered at appointed times, do fertilise the soil for more productive engagements. It is the tested talisman that attracts rapid development to every land. A man is usually ennobled when […]

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…as Experts Warn of Rising Youth Crisis By Favour Ulebor Stakeholders in Nigeria’s education, health, and youth development sectors have called for the urgent institutionalisation of school-based mental health systems, moving beyond fragmented initiatives to a coordinated national framework that ensures access to structured support for young people. The call was made on Wednesday in […]

By Rosemary Iwunze Cornerstone Insurance Plc, one of Nigeria’s most trusted insurance providers, has been named 2025 Insurance Company of the Year at the annual awards ceremony recently organised by Champion Newspapers. The prestigious recognition was announced at a well-attended ceremony held in Lagos. The award celebrates outstanding performance, innovation, and industry leadership within Nigeria’s […]

By Michael Tidi In a policy environment often dominated by rhetoric rather than measurable outcomes, the leadership of Zacch Adelabu Adedeji at the Federal Inland Revenue Service represents a notable institutional shift. What is unfolding is not a performative spectacle of reform, but a disciplined, technology driven reconfiguration of Nigeria’s fiscal architecture. His appointment in […]

The Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN) has approved an increase in the admission quota for medicine and dentistry at the College of Medicine, Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT) to 350, the highest allocation granted to any medical school in the country. The approval followed a rigorous accreditation exercise conducted by […]

Youths in Badagry under the aegis of the Lagos West APC Youth have called for the governorship seat of Lagos State to be zoned to Badagry Division in the interest of equity, fairness and justice. The call was made by the Convener of Lagos West APC Youth, Prince Seyon Adeyemi Akran, in a speech delivered […]

…invites public The City of Truth and Grace Assembly has announced plans for its Easter celebration, themed “The Power of Resurrection,” with activities lined up to engage worshippers and families throughout the weekend. The programme, which will be hosted by Pastor Dipo Fisho, is scheduled to commence on Good Friday with a special family prayer […]

Bold Money Women (BMW), an initiative supported by Growth Padi convened by Victory Mesona, successfully hosted its second edition on March 21, 2026, at Miva University, Yaba, Lagos, bringing together over 80 ambitious women for a powerful day of learning, connection, conversations and growth. The event, themed “Unleash Her Growth Era,” focused on helping women […]

For millions of Nigerians, access to credit remains out of reach. Traditional credit scoring systems rely heavily on formal banking history, leaving out a large population that earns, saves, and transacts outside structured financial institutions. Tope Akande is building a different path with BucksTrybe, a platform that turns everyday financial behaviour into financial credible data. […]

Otunba Nick Ovuakporie, the former Delta State Secretary of the All Progressives Congress, APC, has officially withdrawn from the Delta South Senatorial race. He cited a strategic decision to concentrate his efforts and resources on the reelection of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, devoid of distraction, as his primary reason. At a […]

In much of Sub-Saharan Africa, the mobile phone is more than a convenience. For millions of people, it is the primary gateway to the internet. In this environment, product design carries a responsibility that goes far beyond aesthetics. It determines whether digital services are accessible, usable, and trusted. Few designers working in this space have […]

By Nnasom David Ambassador Faith Agada has been recognized as the Outstanding Woman in Women’s Health and Safety Advocacy at the 5th edition of the Women in Leadership Awards organized by the United Nations Association of Nigeria. The award ceremony, held at the Nigerian Institute of International Affairs, convened distinguished leaders, policymakers, and development practitioners […]