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Nigerian Boxers Express Outrage as Oluwasegun ‘Success’ Olanrewaju’s Body Remains in Ghana Over 50 Days After Death The Nigerian boxing community is expressing deep frustration and sorrow over the continued delay in repatriating the body of Gabriel Oluwasegun Olanrewaju, known in the ring as “Success,” who tragically died during a bout in Ghana on March […]
Ibadan and Ogbomoso Monarchs Reject Proposal to Make Alaafin Permanent Chair of Oyo Council of Obas Traditional leaders and stakeholders from Ibadan and Ogbomoso have expressed strong opposition to a proposed amendment by the Oyo State House of Assembly that seeks to designate the Alaafin of Oyo as the permanent chairman of the state’s Council […]
EKSU, Ajayi Crowther University and FUOYE Secure NUC Accreditation for 31 Programmes The National Universities Commission (NUC) has this week granted full accreditation status to a total of 31 academic programmes across three Ekiti-state institutions: Ekiti State University (EKSU), Ajayi Crowther University (ACU), Oyo, and the Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE). EKSU Leads with 18 Master’s […]
Ibas Launches Leadership Training to Foster Good Governance in Rivers State Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retd.), the Sole Administrator of Rivers State, has initiated a four-day Transformational Leadership Training Workshop aimed at strengthening public service delivery and institutional capacity in the state. The workshop, organized in collaboration with the National Institute for Policy and Strategic […]
Speaker Abbas Advocates Agricultural Innovation as Key to Nigeria’s Economic Diversification Amid Nigeria’s ongoing economic challenges, Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Tajudeen Abbas, has emphasized the critical role of agriculture in achieving broad-based economic resilience. He highlighted the need for substantial investment in agricultural research and development to reduce the nation’s over-reliance on […]
FG and Yobe State Launch Subsidized Rice Initiative for Civil Servants Amid Economic Challenges In a concerted effort to alleviate the impact of rising food prices, the Federal Government of Nigeria, in collaboration with the Yobe State Government, has initiated the sale of 6,000 bags of 50kg rice at a subsidized rate of ₦40,000 per […]
UBA Challenges AMCON’s Unilateral Sale of IBEDC, Seeks Legal Intervention to Protect Stake The United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc has filed a motion at the Federal High Court in Lagos to be joined as a party in an ongoing lawsuit concerning the contested sale of the Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC). UBA asserts that […]
NNPP Leadership Disavows Kwankwaso’s Remarks, Issues Apology to President Tinubu and APC The New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) leadership has publicly distanced itself from recent critical statements made by its former presidential candidate, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, directed at President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the All Progressives Congress (APC). In a statement released on Sunday, […]
Informa Markets Unveils WHX Lagos and WHX Labs Lagos, Marking a New Era in West African Healthcare Exhibitions Informa Markets, a global leader in event organization, has announced a significant transformation in its healthcare exhibitions portfolio, rebranding its flagship events Medic West Africa and Medlab West Africa as WHX Lagos and WHX Labs Lagos, respectively. […]
One Fatality, Three Rescued as Unfinished Building Collapses in Lagos’ Mushin Area On Sunday, May 18, 2025, a two-storey building under construction collapsed in the Mushin area of Lagos State, resulting in the death of one individual and injuries to three others. The incident occurred around 3:30 p.m. at 96 Ishaga Road, directly opposite the […]
Former NCAA DG Highlights Infrastructure and Policy Deficiencies as Key Barriers to Nigeria’s Aviation Growth Captain Willie Unegbe, a former Director-General of the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), has identified critical shortcomings in infrastructure investment and the absence of a cohesive national aviation policy as primary factors impeding the growth of Nigeria’s aviation sector. In […]
Governor AbdulRazaq Mourns Gbajibo Boat Tragedy, Urges Strict Adherence to Water Safety Measures In the wake of the devastating boat accident in Gbajibo-Mudi community, Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State, Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has expressed profound sorrow and extended his heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims. The tragic incident, which occurred on […]
JBlaze: ‘I’m an Audacious Filmmaker Who Upholds Uncompromising Quality Nigerian filmmaker and actor Jide Oyegbile, popularly known as JBlaze, has garnered acclaim for his innovative storytelling and commitment to excellence in filmmaking. His latest short film, Brukaci, recently won the Best Short Film award at the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA), highlighting his dedication […]
Hospital Management Refutes Allegations of Negligence in Patient’s Death Following Toe Amputation The management of Ikorodu General Hospital has addressed allegations made by Mr. Sam Adeko, a former photojournalist, regarding the circumstances surrounding the death of his wife, Adejoke. Mr. Adeko claimed that his wife was taken to the hospital after sustaining a toe injury […]
Despite Scoring Above 300 in UTME, Over 5,000 Candidates Denied University Admission Due to Multiple Factors In a recent disclosure, the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) revealed that over 5,000 candidates who scored above 300 in the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) were unable to secure admission into Nigerian universities. This situation has […]
Akume Urges Nigerians to Embrace Locally Made Products as Pillar of Economic Growth and National Pride The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, has called on Nigerians to prioritize the patronage of locally manufactured goods, emphasizing that such support is not only an economic strategy but also a matter of […]
Ooni of Ife Commends Tinubu for Establishing South West Development Commission and Appointing Visionary Leaders The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, has lauded President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the establishment of the South West Development Commission (SWDC) and the appointment of distinguished individuals to spearhead its mission. In a statement released by the […]
Police Clarify Viral Video: 89 Northern Youths in Lagos Are Verified Dangote Refinery Workers The Lagos State Police Command has addressed public concerns following a viral video showing a large group of young men gathered in the Ibeju-Lekki area of Lagos. The video, which circulated widely on social media, led to speculation about the identity […]
Umahi Vows Persistent Advocacy for Ilesha Road Rehabilitation, Urges Presidential Support In a recent press briefing, Nigeria’s Minister of Works, David Umahi, expressed unwavering commitment to the rehabilitation of the deteriorating Ibadan-Ilesha Road. Highlighting the road’s critical condition, Umahi emphasized the necessity for substantial funding to commence comprehensive reconstruction efforts. “I want to assure Nigerians […]
Grieving Parents of Fallen Soldiers Urge FG to Prioritize Troop Safety Amid Escalating Insecurity Amid escalating insecurity in Nigeria’s North-East region, bereaved parents of military personnel have made a heartfelt plea to the Federal Government, urging immediate action to enhance the safety and welfare of troops combating insurgency. The families, mourning the loss of their […]