Gross earnings rose by 49.56 per cent from N12.95 billion in 2024 to N19.37 billion in 2025, while profit before tax increased by 78.74 per cent from N2.44 billion to N4.36 billion.

•As SMDF facilitates 1.5mmetric tonnes per-annum aluminium refinery project By Gabriel Ewepu THE Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr Dele Alake, yesterday, assured that the launch of the Early-Stage Mineral Exploration and Research Grant Endowment, EMERGE, programme is a game-changer for the nation’s solid minerals sector. Speaking at the launch of EMERGE in Abuja he said […]

The Federal Government of Nigeria has underscored the importance of partnering with private sector to find lasting solutions to the scourge of cancer in Nigeria. The Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr Iziaq Salako, disclosed this on Wednesday in Abuja at a two-day Stakeholder’s Engagement and Capacity Building programme organised by Innova […]

By Ebunoluwa Sessou The Lagos State House of Assembly has expressed deep sorrow over the death of two members of its staff, Comrade Domingo Adeleke and Miss Esther Adetimehin, describing their passing as a painful loss to the legislative institution. The Assembly announced their demise during plenary on Thursday, where the Speaker of the Lagos […]

.says professionalism, service excellence remains priority  By Gabriel Ewepu In this interview, BINANI AIR marks 30 days since its inaugural commercial flight, the airline says its focus remains on safety, reliability, customer satisfaction, and expanding access to air travel across Nigeria, as the Group President, BINANI AIR, Aminatu Dahiru Chiroma, reflects on the airline’s first […]

By Alumona Ukwueze ENUGU—The Enugu State Government, yesterday ,presented Certificates of Return to the newly elected executive members of the Nkwubor Nike Town Development Union. Presenting the certificates, Governor Peter Mbah, represented by the Commissioner for Chieftaincy Affairs, Dr. Charles Egumgbe, urged the new leadership to align their activities with the state government’s policy of […]

By Ebunoluwa Sessou A coalition of aspirants in the recently concluded All Progressives Congress, APC, primaries has denounced what it described as a “malicious and distracting attempt” to link the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mr. Mudashiru Obasa, to the peaceful protests staged last week over the party’s primaries. In a strongly […]

By Jimoh Babatunde LAGOS — Efforts to improve food fortification compliance in Nigeria are set for a major boost as TechnoServe engages industry stakeholders to shape the next phase of the Micronutrient Fortification Index (MFI), an industry-led initiative designed to enhance compliance and accountability in food fortification. At a stakeholder roundtable held in Lagos, representatives […]

In an era where healthcare is increasingly focused not merely on treating disease but on optimising human vitality and extending quality of life, the London Organisation of Skills Development (LOSD) convened a global gathering at the University of Oxford that brought together some of the world’s leading voices in leadership, innovation and human development. Hosted […]

By Esther Onyegbula The Supervisor for Market and Park Matters in Badagry West Local Council Development Area, Hon Prince Sunday Oke, has said that the growing political relevance of Badagry in Lagos State reflects the vision and legacy of the late Dr Akinsanya Sunny Ajose OON JP, whom he described as a selfless leader committed […]

By Esther Onyegbula Nigerian talent management and entertainment company, Vybeyard Entertainment, has unveiled a slate of major music projects alongside a new talent development strategy aimed at redefining artist management and positioning Nigerian talents for global competitiveness. The company’s Chief Executive Officer, Daniel Igboekwe, popularly known as Dannyjmix, said the initiative reflects a broader vision […]

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By Chioma Obinna A Nigerian physiotherapist and renowned academic based in South Africa, Professor Ushotanefe Useh, has won the prestigious 2026 World Physiotherapy Africa Region Award in recognition of his outstanding contributions to physiotherapy education, research, public health and professional development across the continent.The award was presented during the World Physiotherapy Africa Region Conference held […]

By Benjamin NjokuFor Nigerian actress, producer, entrepreneur and content creator Nwobodo Chisom Faith, popularly known as Shugaplum, the journey into entertainment has never been a straight road. It has been defined by resilience, reinvention and an unwavering determination to keep moving forward despite life’s many setbacks. Born into the family of Mr. Ikechukwu and Mrs. […]

By Daniel Abia, P/Harcourt The Chairman of the Khana Traditional Rulers Council, in Rivers state, king Suanu Timothy Baridam, has questioned what he described as attempts to undermine ongoing investigations into the alleged assassination attempt on his life, asking why anyone would oppose efforts to identify and bring his attackers to justice. In a press […]