Awakan’s vision to rebrand, reignite Nigerian tourism
By Jimoh Babatunde When Dr. Olayiwola Awakan walked into office as Director-General of the Nigerian Tourism Development Authority (NTDA) in October 2025, he did so with the calm confidence of a storyteller stepping onto a familiar stage. “I’m happy to be here; this is a new dawn. There’s a lot to be done, and by […]
Nigerian act, Brite Benson releases new song ‘Good Times’
Nigerian music star Brite Benson has released his latest single, ‘Good Times,’ a vibrant, feel-good track celebrating life, enjoyment, and living in the moment. The song, which draws inspiration from Tony Tetuila’s 1999 hit ‘Omode Meta,’ incorporates a familiar melody and tone while delivering fresh, upbeat energy. Brite Benson’s signature style shines through in the […]
Stakeholders chart path for gender-smart capital at IIF Workshop
The Impact Investors Foundation (IIF), Nigeria’s leading platform for unlocking impact capital, has advanced efforts to operationalise its Gender Equity and Social Inclusion (GESI) roadmap with a high-level workshop held in Lagos.
Media entrepreneur repositions platforms to expand reach
By Nnamdi Ojiego Media entrepreneur and publisher Dr. Debby Goodnews, popularly known as Debby Classique, has announced a major strategic repositioning of her media brands, CITYMAG NEWS24 and Debby Classique Magazine, through the launch of the Power 40 Global Impact Makers initiative. The new project marks a shift from traditional news reporting to a broader […]
NNPC backs Portland Gas mini-LNG project in Abuja
– AKK for inauguration in July By Obas Esiedesa, Abuja The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) has expressed support for a Mini-LNG and LCNG project being developed by Portland Gas Limited in Gwagwalada, Abuja. NNPC said it would supply gas to the facility from the Ajaokuta–Kaduna–Kano (AKK) Gas Pipeline when the pipeline is […]
Warri’s historic homecoming and the imperative of Itsekiri unity
By Dr. Michael Tidi, Esq. On Thursday, 26 February 2026, the ancient Warri Kingdom opened its arms to one of its most distinguished daughters, Her Excellency, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, CON, First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. This was not simply a ceremonial return; it was a moment where history, heritage, and destiny converged, […]
