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Lagos Govt Shuts Eko Bridge Outbound Lane For Emergency Repairs

The Lagos State Government has announced the emergency closure of the outbound carriageway of the Eko Bridge leading to Lagos Island for safety investigations and repair works. The...

NNPC, NUPRC Remit Over N322bn, $116.9M Into Federation Account

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited and the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission remitted more than N322bn and $116.9m into the Federation Account within two...

Military Denies Civilian Casualties In Niger State Airstrikes

The Defence Headquarters has denied reports alleging civilian casualties during recent military airstrikes in Shiroro Local Government Area of Niger State, insisting that the operation...

President Tinubu Arrives Kenya For Africa Forward Summit

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu arrived in Nairobi, Kenya, in the early hours of Monday to participate in the Africa Forward Summit, a major continental gathering focused on economic transformation...

FG Resumes Petrol Import Licences As Six Marketers Get Approval

The Federal Government, through the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority, has resumed the issuance of petrol import licences to petroleum marketers in a...

Troops Repel ISWAP Attack On Military Base in Yobe, Kill Over 50 Terrorists

Troops of Operation HADIN KAI have repelled a coordinated attack by suspected ISWAP fighters on the Headquarters of 27 Brigade and the Buni Gari checkpoint in Yobe State, killing more...

POLITICS
Atiku Opposes Southern Zoning As Kwankwaso Backs Obi For 2027

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has rejected calls for the opposition to zone the 2027 presidential ticket to Southern Nigeria, describing the move as “self-defeating” and...

APC Clears 33 Rivers Assembly Aspirants, Disqualifies 65

The screening committee of the All Progressives Congress has cleared 33 aspirants seeking to contest for seats in the Rivers State House of Assembly ahead of the party’s 2027 primaries,...

APC Waives Screening For Tinubu Ahead Of Presidential Primaries

The All Progressives Congress has waived the screening requirement for President Bola Tinubu ahead of the party’s upcoming presidential primaries. The decision was reached during...

Obi, Kwankwaso Defect To NDC In Major Opposition Realignment Ahead Of 2027

Former Anambra State governor Peter Obi and ex-Kano State governor Rabiu Kwankwaso have defected to the Nigeria Democratic Congress, marking a significant shift in Nigeria’s opposition...

Tinubu Endorses Hamzat As Lagos APC Consensus Governorship Candidate

President Bola Tinubu has formally endorsed Obafemi Hamzat as the consensus governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress in Lagos State. The endorsement was made during a...

Sanwo-Olu Backs Hamzat’s Governorship Ambition, Cites Experience And Continuity

Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has expressed strong support for the governorship ambition of his deputy, Obafemi Hamzat, following the latter’s formal declaration of...

BUSINESS & ECONOMY
NGX Extends Trading Hours, Market Now Closes At 4pm

The Nigerian Exchange Limited has officially extended its daily trading hours, with the market now operating from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The new schedule, which took effect on Monday,...

Dangote Considers Multi-Exchange Listing Of $20bn Refinery

Africa’s richest industrialist, Aliko Dangote, is weighing a multi-exchange listing of his $20 billion oil refinery in a move that could reshape Africa’s capital markets. The plan...

Nigeria’s Crude Oil Output Rises To 1.38m bpd — OPEC Report

The Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) says Nigeria’s crude oil production rose to 1.38 million barrels per day (bpd) in March 2026, up 5.25 per cent from 1.31...

Court Voids CBN’s Dissolution Of Union Bank Board, Orders Reinstatement

A Federal High Court in Lagos has ruled that the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) exceeded its powers in dissolving the board and management of Union Bank of Nigeria in January 2024. Delivering...

CBN Orders IMTOs To Open Naira Accounts To Boost FX Transparency

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has directed all International Money Transfer Operators (IMTOs) to open and maintain naira settlement accounts with authorised dealer banks as part...

Tinubu Swears In Taiwo Oyedele As Minister Of State For Finance

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has sworn in Taiwo Oyedele as Minister of State for Finance, praising his expertise and dedication to public service. The brief ceremony took place at the...

IMPACT
Mr. Olufemi Bakare: Remarkable Achievements In Corporate Leadership

 Mr. Olufemi Bakare stands as an icon in Nigeria’s corporate landscape. He is the Group Chief Executive Officer of Fenchurch Group which is a leading conglomerate in Nigeria and ...

Chief (Dr.) Nzeribe Okegbue: Sterling Achievements In Enterprise

Amb. (Chief) Nzeribe Okegbue  is a patriotic, disciplined and visionary businessman renowned for his track record of  successes in dynamic business environments in Nigeria and other...

Dr. Muhammad Sirajo Aliyu: Leadership In Nigeria’s ICT Landscape

Dr. Muhammad Sirajo Aliyu, is a distinguished academic, computer expert and a highly resourceful digital technologist. As an Associate Professor of Computer Science at the Federal University...

Dr. Abdullah Badrudeen: Icon Of Trauma Surgery And Transformative Care

Dr. Abdullah Adeyemi Badrudeen is a highly distinguished Orthopaedic, Trauma, and Spine Surgeon whose exceptional contributions to human medicine have been widely acknowlwdged in...

Dr. Kalu Olua: Huge Impact In Psychiatry And Mental Health

Dr. Kalu Olua is a seasond physician . With a medical career spanning over 20 years in  Nigeria and the UK, he serves as the visionary Medical Director and Consultant Psychiatrist...

Dr. (Prince) Shafiu Adewole Ademola: Distinguished Nursing Educator

Dr. (Prince) Shafiu Adewole Ademola is a distinguished Nursing Educator, Researcher, and Community Leader from the Kapo-Fowosere Ruling Houses in Ilese, Ijebu North-East Local Government...

HISTORY & LEGENDS
Cambridge Transfers Ownership Of 116 Benin Artefacts To Nigeria

Cambridge University has transferred the legal ownership of 116 Benin artefacts to Nigeria, marking a significant step in efforts to address the loss of cultural heritage during the...

Fela Anikulapo Kuti Wins Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award

Legendary Nigerian musician Fela Anikulapo Kuti is set to make history as the first African artist to be honoured with the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, nearly three decades after...

Boston Museum Returns Two Benin Bronzes Back To Nigeria

The Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, United States, has returned two Benin Bronzes to Nigeria, marking another major step in the country’s decades-long effort to reclaim looted cultural...

Ex-Governor Ladoja Crowned 44ᵗʰ Olubadan Of Ibadanland In Historic Ceremony

Former Oyo State governor and senator, Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, has been officially crowned the 44ᵗʰ Olubadan of Ibadanland, marking the culmination of a 32-year journey through the...

THE ENTERPRISE ARENA (TEA)
How To Effectively Build A Working Day On Remote Work From Home

  In the context of the global COVID-19 pandemic, many employees were sent by employers to work remotely. This is to reduce the risk of infection in public transport and in crowded...

How Nigeria Plans To Return To The Usual Work In The Office

After the quarantine, things will return to normal (or whatever the new normal will look like). The compulsory stay-at-home laws will be repealed and some other restrictions will be...

Chaim Zach Makes Monumental Impact On Poultry Breeding In Nigeria

Mr. Chaim Zach is an international investor and industrialist. For close to 30 years, he has positively impacted the Nigerian agricultural sector.  He has hugely contributed to the...

Dr Adrienne Tikolo Makes Bold Contributions To Education In Nigeria

Dr Adrienne Tikolo is a highly cerebral and skilled educator. She has made profound contributions to education in Nigeria. Now, her work is reaching out to other parts of the world. Adrienne...

Dr. Oyeleke Ajiboye Records Outstanding Successes In Enterprise

Dr Oyeleke Ajiboye is a seasoned professional in the environmental engineering and property development industry. He has however also recorded huge successes in many other areas of...

Solomon Adedotun Adegboyega: Legacy In Corporate Management

Mr. Solomon Adedotun Adegboyega is a first-rate corporate administrator. He has spent over 30 years in management and his dexterity is widely acknowledged. He is today the Managing...

GENERAL
Algeria, Angola Deepen Ties With Eleven Cooperation Agreements

Algeria and Angola on Monday signed 11 agreements and memorandums of understanding to deepen cooperation in sectors including investment, telecommunications, mining, oil and gas. The...

Ramaphosa Rejects Resignation Amid Impeachment Investigation

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa on Monday said he would not resign despite plans to set up an impeachment committee to investigate allegations linked to cash stolen from his...

Final Evacuation Flights Begin After Hantavirus Outbreak Near Tenerife

Spanish authorities have scheduled the final evacuation flights for passengers aboard a cruise ship affected by a deadly hantavirus outbreak near the island of Tenerife, as health officials...

Niger Suspends French Media Outlets Over Security Concerns

The military-led government of Niger has suspended about 10 French media organisations, accusing them of threatening public order and national stability. In a statement broadcast on...

US Defense Secretary Says Ceasefire Intact Despite Iranian Shipping Attacks

United States Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has said the ceasefire with Iran remains in place despite recent attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. Speaking during...

OPEC Agrees To Boost Oil Output By 188,000 bpd From June

The OPEC has agreed to increase crude oil production by 188,000 barrels per day starting June 2026, in a move aimed at balancing global supply and stabilising the energy market. The...

ASSESSMENT / INTERVIEWS
Senator Rashidi Ladoja Nominated As 44th Olubadan Of Ibadanland

The Olubadan-in-Council has nominated former Oyo State Governor, Senator Rashidi Ladoja, as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland. The decision was reached during a meeting held at the Oke-Aremo...

Olubadan Of Ibadanland, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, Dies At 90

The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, has passed away at the age of 90. The revered monarch died in the early hours of Monday, July 7, 2025, exactly one year after he...

The Imperialism Of Foreign Religions And Its Grip On African Identity

While Africans opine about imperialism of the west and others, the least talked about and the most lethal of all the isms, is the imperialism of religion in African society. We can...

Wike And Fubara’s Reunion: A Humble Alliance That Shocks The Cynics

Even those who pray daily for miracles—hoping the impossible becomes possible—are still irked by the renewed alliance between Wike and Fubara. It’s a reminder that political allegiances...

Okpe Nation Deserves Full Recognition, Says Professor Igho Natufe

The President General of the Okpe Union Worldwide, Professor Igho Natufe, has made a passionate appeal for the full restoration of the Okpe ethnic identity and its rightful recognition...

Nation Bids Farewell To Elder Statesman Edwin Clark In Delta State

The town of Kiagbodo in Delta State was filled with cultural pride and national reverence on Tuesday as prominent Nigerians gathered to honor the late elder statesman and Ijaw nationalist,...

SPORTS
Arsenal Held by Atlético Madrid As VAR Controversy Dominates UCL Clash

Arsenal were held to a 1–1 draw by Atlético Madrid in a tense UEFA Champions League semi-final first leg marked by major VAR controversy. The match saw both goals scored from the...

PSG Edge Bayern 5–4 In Champions League Semi-Final Thriller

Paris Saint-Germain defeated Bayern Munich 5–4 in a dramatic UEFA Champions League semi-final first-leg clash, producing one of the competition’s most thrilling encounters. The...

AFN Welcomes Ofili Back After World Athletics Rejects Nationality Switch

The Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) has welcomed sprinter Favour Ofili back into its fold after World Athletics rejected her application to change sporting nationality. In a statement...

Eta Becomes First Female Head Coach Of Men’s Top-Flight Team In Europe

Marie-Louise Eta has been appointed head coach of a men’s top-flight team, becoming the first woman to lead a men’s side in a major European league. The 34-year-old, who previously...

DR Congo Qualify For 2026 World Cup After Historic Playoff Triumph

The DR Congo national football team have qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup following a dramatic victory in the intercontinental playoff. The Leopards secured their place...

CAF Awards AFCON 2025 Title To Morocco After Senegal Forfeits Final

The Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) Appeal Board has ruled that Senegal forfeited the final of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, handing victory to Morocco with a 3–0 scoreline. In...

WOMAN
Prof. Naomi Nari James-Rugu: Celebrating An Icon Of University Education

Prof. Naomi Nari James-Rugu is a most dedicated and resourceful academic. These several years, she has made monumental contributions to research and teaching at the prestigious University...

Dr. Chika Ogochukwu Yinka-Banjo: Global Recognition In AI And Robotics

Dr. Chika Ogochukwu Yinka-Banjo is an accomplished scholar, researcher, educator, and STEM advocate who has risen to national and global prominence through her groundbreaking...

Chief (Mrs.) Lady Augustina Ovueraye: Veritable Woman of Class

Chief (Lady) Augustina Ovueraye is a highly resourceful educationist whose sterling contribution to the development of education in Nigeria is widely acknowledged. Her expansive educational...

Mrs. Olayinka Osuntogun: Driving Excellence In Home-Care Nursing

Mrs. Olayinka Osuntogun is a highly distinguished nursing consultant. She is an operational excellence expert who has contributed monumentally to the development of the nursing profession...

Mrs. Modupe Layole Adesote: Committed To Healthcare Delivery In Nigeria

Mrs. Modupe Layole Adesote stands as a  luminary in Nigeria’s healthcare landscape, serving as the visionary Chief Executive Officer of Layole and Sons Hospital in Ifako-Ijaiye,...

Dr. Eseoghene Agbatutu: Championing Healthcare For The Underserved

Dr. Eseoghene Agbatutu is a distinguished physician, public health promoter and humanitarian whose unwavering dedication has revolutionized access to healthcare in underserved communities....

ENTERTAINMENT
One Battle After Another’ Dominates 2026 Oscars, Wins Top Awards

The 98th Academy Awards were held last night at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, with the political thriller One Battle After Another emerging as the biggest winner of the night. The...

Imisi Wins Big Brother Naija Season 10, Takes Home ₦150 Million Grand Prize

After ten weeks of intense competition, drama, and entertainment, Imisi Ayanwale has emerged the winner of Big Brother Naija Season 10, clinching the ₦150 million grand prize...

Chidimma Adetshina Named Miss Universe First Runner-Up

Chidimma Adetshina, a 22-year-old beauty queen representing Nigeria, has expressed her excitement after achieving the first runner-up position at the 73rd Miss Universe pageant. The...

FG Suspends Senior Correctional Officers Over Bobrisky Bribery Allegations

The Federal Government has suspended several senior officers of the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) following allegations of bribery involving controversial crossdresser Idris...

PEOPLE | PRODUCTS | SERVICES
Syd-Monic Foundation Concludes Third Medical Outreach In Lagos

After a most engaging week of delivering healthcare to the under-served and indigent in Lagos, Syd-Monic Foundation concluded its third annual Medical and Surgical Outreach on Sunday,...

Onajite Regha’s Uncommon Strides In Electronic Payment Technology

Mrs Onajite Regha is the Chief Executive Officer/Executive Secretary of the Electronics Payment Providers Association of Nigeria and the initiator of the association which she co-founded...

Peter Folikwe: Berger Paints’ Iconic Immediate Past MD

   Mr. Peter Folikwe is an enigmatic corporate manager. He could be said to be the man with the Midas Touch. Much of what he has touched these several years, as a manager of...

Daisy Obiano: Woman Behind Capelli Salon And Beauty Parlour

Daisy Obiano is a uniquely enterprising and creative Nigerian woman. She has made a bold mark with her company, Capelli Salon and Beauty Parlour Ltd located on Opebi Road, Ikeja, Lagos....

Muyiwa Razaq Ogungboye’s Rising Profile In ICT Leadership

He is a man with a highly innovative mind. His creativity and spirit of industry make him one of those who hold the promise of launching Nigeria onto higher realms in Information and...

Silvester Ibeh Effectively Delivers With Cardinal Security Services Ltd

Mr. Silvester Ibeh is a highly resourceful and unassuming gentlemen. He is a philanthropist, an international business strategist, a security expert, a man of transparent honesty,...