The countdown to the 20th anniversary of Carnival Calabar, Africa’s biggest street party, has officially begun. Cross River State Governor, Senator Bassey Otu, has unveiled “Traces of Time” as the official theme for the 2025 edition of the carnival. The unveiling ceremony, which took place in Abuja, was attended by past Governors […]
Nigerian business magnate and billionaire, Aliko Dangote, has been recognized as one of the world’s most influential philanthropists by TIME Magazine. Dangote, who is the founder and chairman of the Dangote Group, has been named in the prestigious TIME100 philanthropy list, which highlights the most impactful and innovative philanthropists from around the globe. […]
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has sworn in eight newly appointed Permanent Secretaries, reinforcing leadership across key ministries and agencies. The new appointees are: Mr. Olanrewaju Bajulaye – Ministry of Arts, Tourism and Culture Dr. (Mrs.) Abiola Idowu – Health Facility Monitoring and Accreditation Agency (HEFAMAA) Mrs. Aderinsola Olanrewaju – Citizens Mediation Bureau Mr. Tajudeen […]
Senior officials from the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security have accused the Ministry of Finance of overreach and power abuse in the handling of $310 million earmarked for crucial farming projects. According to sources within the Agriculture Ministry, the Finance Ministry has allegedly imposed excessive bureaucratic controls and withheld timely approvals and disbursements, leading […]
In a remarkable achievement, local Nigerian food vendor Amoke Oge has recorded a staggering N2.3 billion in revenue after completing 500,000 deliveries on Chowdeck, one of the country’s leading food delivery platforms. This milestone marks a significant accomplishment for both the vendor and the platform, highlighting the growing impact of digital marketplaces on Nigeria’s food […]
The House of Representatives Committee on Anti-Corruption has called on state governments across the country to domesticate and implement anti-corruption laws to strengthen transparency and accountability at subnational levels. Chairman of the Committee, Hon. Yusuf Gagdi, made the call during a public hearing on anti-corruption efforts held in Abuja on Tuesday. He emphasized that the […]
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved an ambitious plan to train five million Nigerians in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and other emerging digital technologies over the next three years. The initiative is aimed at preparing Nigeria’s workforce for the demands of a fast-evolving global digital economy. The training program will be implemented through the Digital Bridge […]
Prominent African entrepreneur and philanthropist, Tony Elumelu, has expressed optimism about the current trajectory of Nigeria’s economy, stating that the country’s currency, the naira, is becoming increasingly stable. Speaking at the 2025 Qatar Economic Forum, Elumelu who is Chairman of United Bank for Africa (UBA) and founder of the Tony Elumelu Foundation, emphasized that the […]
In a grand celebration of President Bola Tinubu’s two-year milestone, the Federal Capital Territory Administration is set to unveil a spectacular array of newly completed projects. A 19-day inauguration extravaganza, commencing on June 10, 2025, will showcase the administration’s remarkable achievements. Under the visionary leadership of FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, the 14th Executive Committee […]
Chelsea Manager, Enzo Maresca has expressed his discontent over the scheduling of the UEFA Conference League final, citing an unfair advantage given to their opponents, Real Betis. The Italian boss believes that the Spanish side has been granted an extra 48 hours to prepare for the final, which could significantly impact the outcome of the […]
