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NIGERIA: WHY TÜRKIYEBY SUNDAY DARE On Monday this week President Bola Ahmed Tinubu departs for a two-day official visit to the Republic of Türkiye. The stated agenda —military cooperation and trade partnership— is precise. But the subtext is broader: Nigeria is recalibrating its partnerships toward countries that combine strategic geography, industrial... Continue
inDrive Provides Over ₦75m In Relief To Lagos Displaced ResidentsinDrive has provided over ₦75 million in relief to Lagos residents displaced by recent demolitions. The initiative, delivered in partnership with humanitarian organisation, Tolu Aniwura Welfare Foundation (“GenerousMe”) took place at St. Paul Catholic Church, Ebute-Metta, and supports families and individuals affected by the community displacement. The intervention reaches... Continue
AGF Takes Over Ozekhome Prosecution, Arraignment in Alleged UK Property Forgery CaseThe Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, has formally taken over the prosecution of Prof. Mike Ozekhome, SAN, in the alleged fraud charges brought against him by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC). Ozekhome, a prominent constitutional lawyer and human... Continue
Seventy Years Strong: The Unstoppable Journey of Nigeria’s Platinum NavyBY BABAJIDE FADOJU In 2026, the Nigerian Navy will officially turn 70, having come into existence on June 1, 1956, as the Nigerian Navy Defence Force (NNDF). The middle child of Nigeria’s Armed Forces—younger than the Army but older than the Air Force—the Service is approaching a platinum jubilee... Continue
Much Ado About Raheem Okoya’s New Ultra-elite Bowling ClubBY FUNSHO AROGUNDADE There is a boost in the number of billionaires’ scions increasingly starting their own ventures, moving beyond just joining family businesses or relying solely on inheritance. These wealthy kids are also learning how to multiply liquidity with classism in the baseline. One of these is Raheem... Continue
Dangote Cement Welcomes Over 100 New Engineers After Completion of Graduate Trainee ProgramDangote Cement Plc has inducted almost 200 newly trained engineers and other professionals into its workforce following the successful completion of its Graduate Trainee Programme, reaffirming the company’s commitment to job creation, skills development, and local capacity building in Nigeria. The trainees, drawn from various engineering, finance, IT and... Continue
National Tax Policy Implementation Committee Commences Robust Stakeholder EngagementsThe Joseph Tegbe-led National Tax Policy Implementation Committee (NTPIC) has commenced structured stakeholder engagements to ensure a humane, inclusive, and well-coordinated implementation of the new Tax Acts, as the country undertakes significant fiscal reforms. The Committee aims to bridge the gap between policy intent and execution by promoting clarity,... Continue
EnterpriseNGR Launches 2026 Macroeconomic Outlook, Highlights Reform-led Stability, Renewed Investor ConfidenceEnterpriseNGR, a member-led advocacy group representing Nigeria’s Financial and Professional Services (FPS) sector, on Thursday launched its 2026 Macroeconomic Outlook: A Financial and Professional Services Perspective and comprehensive assessment of Nigeria’s economic outlook. The report, developed by EnterpriseNGR in collaboration with EY, examines the impact of recent structural reforms,... Continue
Under Investigation By EFCC, Okowa’s Alleged Interest In The Senate RanklesBY OVIE EDIRI Many Nigerians are wondering what kind of country are we living in, sometimes, the attitude and activities of politicians put enormous stress on the emotional intelligence and put pressure on logic. As we hurtle along the path of 2027 elections, politicians are again warming up, looking... Continue
Entertainment
Seun Idowu, a journalist, musicologist, and motivational singer, has launched Rising, a 13-track album designed to nurture the human spirit, strengthen resilience, and celebrate purposeful living. Released on 5... Continue
Before the approval of the then Inspector General Of Police through a signal in April 1998, Alhaji Ishola Adeyinka aka “Askarifuji ” a batch member of PMF 20, Ikeja... Continue
Fuji music icon, King Dr. Saheed Osupa, has entered into a strategic partnership with Harmony Garden Ltd, a fast-growing real estate development company, as part of efforts to promote... Continue
BY PRINCE ADEYEMI SHONIBARE Preface: The Necessity of Historical Context Every generation seeks its heroes. In music, this instinct often manifests through comparison—an exercise that frequently reveals more about... Continue
Emmanuel Adediran, a leading figure in Nigeria’s marketing communications and social impact sector, has been appointed as a jury member for the 2026 Purpose Awards. This historic selection of... Continue
The Public Relations Women Foundation (PRWF) has announced its global launch and commencement of operations. The Foundation, a global social impact enterprise focused on strengthening leadership, talent, and advancing... Continue
Education
The Lagos State University Economics Alumni Class of 2000 (LASUECO_2000) has awarded a ₦100,000 scholarship to Miss Gift Awugo, the best non-graduating 300-level student of Economics for the 2023/2024... Continue
The Group Chief Executive, Oando Group, Mr. Adewale Tinubu has been conferred with the honorary Doctoral Degree of Business (Honoris Causa) by the University of Lagos, UNILAG. The conferment... Continue
OLAMIDE ADENIJI When Dr. Nureni Aderemi Adeniran walked into Ansar-ud-deen Primary School, Oke-Fóko, Ibadan, it was more than an official visit. It was a return to roots, a powerful... Continue
The 25th Anniversary of the Anwar -Ul- Islam Model College, Old Students Association, (ACAOSA) 2000 (Millennium) Set was a momentous occasion, marked by a grand celebration held at the... Continue
The Chancellor of Summit University, Offa, Kwara State, and Chairman of Rite Foods Limited, Dr. Sulaiman Adebola Adegunwa, OFR, has identified investment in quality education as a catalyst for sustainable socio-economic development. Adegunwa stated this recently while delivering his address... Continue
On a crisp morning at Demal School in Ijede , Ikorodu, Lagos State, the Centre for Indigenous Knowledge, Development and Sustainability (CIKDAS) organised a vibrant Smart Money Habit Awareness... Continue
Editorials
Crime
The Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, has formally taken over the prosecution of Prof. Mike Ozekhome, SAN, in the alleged fraud charges brought... Continue
MICHAEL AKINOLA The Delta State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of a 41-year-old man, Ogenewogaga Emmanuel, for allegedly sexually molesting two girls, aged 12 and 13 years, by... Continue
MICHAEL AKINOLA Two men, Emmanuel Adebowale, 27 and Ahmed Adedeji, have landed in trouble for allegedly using the Nigerian Navy uniform to ride commercial motorcycle in Lagos State. P.M.EXPRESS... Continue
A 30-year-old Brazilian lady, Ms. Ingrid Rosa Benevides, has been arrested by operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport Abuja for... Continue
MICHAEL AKINOLA A 50-year old man, Joseph Nwosu, has been arrested and charged in Lagos State for allegedly seducing his 15-year old biological daughter by fondling her breasts and... Continue
MICHAEL AKINOLA A 58-year old man, Sesan Olabode, has landed in trouble in Lagos State for allegedly luring a 16-year old girl into his security post, engaging her in... Continue
Politics
Traditional Rulers in Akwa Ibom State have pledged their support for the reelection of President Bola Tinubu, Senate President Godswill Akpabio, and Governor Umo Eno ahead of the 2027... Continue
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has warned supporters of presidential aspirants to stop preaching division and exceptionality ahead of its June primaries. The party’s National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi,... Continue
The President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio and the Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Umo Eno on Friday formally received the former National Legal Adviser of the Peoples... Continue
Mr. Emmanuel Enoidem, immediate past national legal adviser of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has mended fences with Senate President Godswill Akpabio and joined the All Progressives Congress (APC).... Continue
The leadership of the Nigerian Liberty Movement (NLM), a political movement seeking registration from the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), has criticized President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and INEC for... Continue
The Executive Chairman of Ojodu LCDA, Lagos State, Hon. Segun Odunmbaku, on Sunday attended a strategic and exclusive meeting of the All Progressives Congress (APC) leadership and critical stakeholders... Continue
Business
inDrive has provided over ₦75 million in relief to Lagos residents displaced by recent demolitions. The initiative, delivered in partnership with humanitarian organisation, Tolu Aniwura Welfare Foundation (“GenerousMe”) took... Continue
Dangote Cement Plc has inducted almost 200 newly trained engineers and other professionals into its workforce following the successful completion of its Graduate Trainee Programme, reaffirming the company’s commitment... Continue
EnterpriseNGR, a member-led advocacy group representing Nigeria’s Financial and Professional Services (FPS) sector, on Thursday launched its 2026 Macroeconomic Outlook: A Financial and Professional Services Perspective and comprehensive assessment... Continue
MoMo Payment Service Bank (MoMo PSB), the financial subsidiary of MTN Nigeria, has expanded its cross-border transfer service, extending outbound coverage to additional African markets (including Kenya and South... Continue
The Nigerian Institution of Surveyors (NIS), Lagos State Branch, hosted the 21st edition of the Annual Adekunle Kukoyi Memorial Lecture, reaffirming the relevance of the late surveyor’s legacy in... Continue
Heirs Holdings, an African investment company, has announced the appointment of Mr. Obinna Ufudo and Ms. Sola Yomi-Ajayi as non-executive directors. In a statement on Sunday, the investment company... Continue
Feature
Health
OWUPELE BENEBO The Rivers State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to a comprehensive overhaul of the State’s healthcare delivery system through an integrated and people-focused approach. ... Continue
ROBERT TABOADA Humanity and cancer have travelled a long road together. Largely, it has been a one-sided story, with cancer among men, women and children indiscriminately causing premature... Continue
The Executive Chairman of Ojodu LCDA, Lagos State, Hon. Segun Odunmbaku, on Monday participated in a high-level Primary Health Care (PHC) Policy Dialogue organised by the Lagos State Primary... Continue
Renowned Nigerian author Chimamanda Adichie has demanded accountability from a private hospital in Lagos, accusing it of medical negligence and professional impropriety following the death of her 21-month-old son,... Continue
The world over, healthcare professionals make significant personal sacrifices for their patients, and taking time to relax and unwind is crucial for their mental health and resilience. It helps... Continue
Nigerians have been urged to embrace alternative medicine as the nation and the world continue the search for cures for terminal diseases, including HIV/AIDS, diabetes, cancer, high blood pressure... Continue
Interview
Metro
Residents and Community Development Associations (CDAs) along Alaja Olayemi Road in the Ayobo Ipaja Local Council Development Area have made a passionate appeal to the Chairman of the LCDA,... Continue
KINGSLEY EBERE Ndigbo in Lagos State have been thrown into mourning mood following the demise of the Chairman Council of Ndi Ezendigbo of Igbo Speaking Community Lagos State, Eze... Continue
OLALEKAN ONI The Executive Chairman of Ikeja Local Government, Comrade Akeem Olalekan Dauda (AKOD), on Tuesday visited the scene of a recent fire outbreak in Computer Village, Ikeja,... Continue
The funeral rites programmes for the mother of Chief Olugbenga Ale, the immediate past Ondo State Government Chief of Staff, Mrs. Janet Ojoye Ale, née Otonro, aged 103, begins... Continue
Anambra-born philanthropist, High Chief Hamilton Ezeonu (Ikemba Idemili) has called on the illustrious sons and daughters of Nnobi Community in Idemili South Local Government Area to pull their resources... Continue
MICHAEL AKINOLA The 30-year old marriage between two senior Police officers, ACP Abayomi Faniyi and CSP Gladys Faniyi, has finally collapsed over years of alleged domestic violence and infidelity.... Continue
Opinions
Pictures
A delegation of Franco-Nigeria Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FNCCI) on Thursday, 6 November 2025 paid a courtesy visit on the Governor of Lagos State, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu at... Continue
ABIODUN ADIGUN “Unlike the masses, intellectuals have a taste for rationality and interest in facts. Their critical habit of mind makes them resistant to the kind of propaganda that ... Continue
PHOTOS BY OKOBIA RAYMOND The Queen of Ooni of Ife, Her Regal Majesty, Olori Ambassador Dr. Temitope Enitan-Ogunwusi was a guest of the Ambassador of the Russian... Continue
PHOTOS BY OKOBIA RAYMOND The 2024 World Table Tennis Contender Lagos is currently ongoing at the Molade Okoya-Thomas Indoor Sports Hall of Teslim Balogun Stadium, Surulere, Lagos, Nigeria. Interestingly,... Continue
FC Barcelona Femini forward, Nigerian soccer star, Assist Oshoala was at the private home of the Nigerian First Family in Lagos where she was received by the President, Asiwaju... Continue
Team Lagos athletes participating at the ongoing 2nd National Para Games in Abuja are really enjoying their participation in the championship designed by the Nigerian government for the... Continue
Sports
‘Tayo Aderinola, Publisher/Editor of Lagos Panorama and Chairman/Executive Director of the Ikeja All-Stars Football Club, has dismissed claims by former Super Eagles captain Sunday Oliseh that Victor Osimhen’s... Continue
ADEYEMI TIMOTHY ADEKUNLE As preparations intensify for the 2nd edition of the Niger Delta Sports Festival, the Executive Chairman of the Edo State Sports Commission, Hon. Amadin Desmond Enabulele,... Continue
Nigeria under 20 coach has praised u-20 and bayelsa queens top striker Janet Akekoromowei Seimenya following her goal in match-day season of the Nigeria women’s football league. Seimenya scores... Continue
ADEYEMI TIMOTHY ADEKUNLE President of the Nigeria Football Federation, Ibrahim Musa Gusau (MON) has described as ‘total falsehood’, a report circulating in sections of the social media that... Continue
President Bola Tinubu congratulates the Nigerian national team, Super Eagles, for Saturday’s bronze medal victory at the 2025 African Cup of Nations. The President commends the Super Eagles for... Continue
The 5th edition of the Louis Edem Foundation International Basketball Tournament Tips Off on January 18th, 2026, at the Indoor Hall of the National Stadium, Surulere, Lagos. Founder of... Continue
World
BY SOLA ENIKANOLAIYE Introduction Over time, it has been observed that diplomatic terms and practices are largely misused and misunderstood in Nigeria. There are publications in the media and... Continue
MARK CARNEY “It’s a pleasure – and a duty – to be with you at this turning point for Canada and for the world. Today, I’ll talk about the... Continue
Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar has outlined the country’s job-creation strategy, emphasising that sustainable employment growth is being driven by far-reaching macroeconomic reforms under the Tinubu... Continue
Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, OON, has met with the British Foreign Secretary to discuss ways of strengthening cooperation between both countries across a broad... Continue
The war between Russia and Ukraine has long transcended the boundaries of a bilateral conflict. The active involvement of the USA and Europe is no longer a secret. The... Continue
The global movement to reconnect Afro-descendants with their ancestral homeland received powerful endorsements from two world leaders as Brazilian President, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Nigerian President, Bola... Continue
Latest News
BY SUNDAY DARE On Monday this week President Bola Ahmed Tinubu departs for a... Continue
inDrive has provided over ₦75 million in relief to Lagos residents displaced by recent... Continue
The Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, has formally... Continue
BY BABAJIDE FADOJU In 2026, the Nigerian Navy will officially turn 70, having come... Continue
BY FUNSHO AROGUNDADE There is a boost in the number of billionaires’ scions increasingly... Continue
Dangote Cement Plc has inducted almost 200 newly trained engineers and other professionals into... Continue
The Joseph Tegbe-led National Tax Policy Implementation Committee (NTPIC) has commenced structured stakeholder engagements... Continue
EnterpriseNGR, a member-led advocacy group representing Nigeria’s Financial and Professional Services (FPS) sector, on... Continue
KINGSLEY EBERE Members of the Council of Ezendigbo in Lagos State have paid condolence... Continue
BY OVIE EDIRI Many Nigerians are wondering what kind of country are we living... Continue
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