Entertainment

Popular broadcaster Ademuyiwa Adedeji known as Kokoro Oro set to take the industry by storm as he plans a 3-in-1 schedule to hold on Sunday May 11, 2025 by... Continue
The Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) Lagos chapter is scheduled to hold its monthly Public Relations (PR) Clinic, where vital issues on the growth of PR practice and... Continue
In the spirit of Ramadan, Maltina—Nigeria’s leading malt drink—brought the essence of togetherness to life with an Iftar Soiree as part of its ‘Show Kindness, Share Happiness’ campaign. Held... Continue
While Africa Magic continues to expand its lineup of original series, March and April will introduce four brand-new drama series —The Good Shepherd, Our Husband, The Yard, and Wings—... Continue
Kiekie promised us chaos, and oh boy, did she deliver! Episode 4 of Kiekie Unscripted Experience was a full-blown spectacle of madness, surprises, and the kind of drama that... Continue
The nominees for the 11th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCAs) have been announced, and Showmax Nigeria Originals have emerged strong contenders, with Princess on a... Continue

Education

FUNSHO AROGUNDADE Few weeks after the untimely demise of their matriarch, Mrs. Gbemisola Olutayo Olowolafe, the family has found a meaningful way to honour her memory by floating a... Continue
To accommodate more candidates preparing for the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) examination, Ojodu LCDA has introduced afternoon classes as an extension of its Free JAMB Tutorial Programme.... Continue
The Oyo State College of Nursing and Midwifery, on Friday, held its second matriculation ceremony, with the Oyo State Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde, as the special guest of honour.... Continue
The Chairman, Special Committee on Renovation of Public Schools, SCRPS, Lagos State, Hakeem Smith, on Tuesday said 4000 new classrooms have been built and renovated by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu... Continue
Ahead of the May 14, 2025, Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) Local Government elections in Kwara State, a prominent journalist and public affairs analyst, Bosun Awoniyi, has thrown his... Continue
BY BABAJIDE FADOJU “A river does not flow through a forest without making its presence known.” This Yoruba proverb reminds us that true leadership leaves an indelible mark. The... Continue

Editorials

Crime

KINGSLEY EBERE  A 30-year old female petrol filling station manager, Olajobi Damilola, has been arrested and charged in Lagos State for allegedly stealing the sum of N6.2m from sales... Continue
MICHAEL AKINOLA  A 35-year old man, Adeyinka Kolajo, has been remanded in custody for allegedly drugging a 16-year old girl and engaging her in marathon sex after she became... Continue
KINGSLEY EBERE  A 35-year old lady, Kanife Chidera, has been arrested and charged in Lagos State for allegedly inflicting injury on her rival, Echefonu Anamalu, by stoning and biting... Continue
MICHAEL AKINOLA  A 32-year old man, Omohowo Israel, has landed in trouble in Lagos State for allegedly generating artificial intelligence image of the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian... Continue
KINGSLEY EBERE  A 35-year old Forex broker, Adebayo Ayodele, has been arrested and charged in Lagos State for allegedly swindling a man, Ajayi Gbenga Abiodun, to the sum of... Continue
 CYRIACUS IZUEKWE  A woman, Mrs. Stella Edem, has revealed how she gave out her 19-year old daughter to a human trafficking syndicate for prostitution abroad and has been receiving... Continue

Politics

MAZI EJIMOFOR OPARA    In a demonstration of its commitment to deepening democratic principles, the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) has conducted a seamless screening process for Governor Chukwuma... Continue
MAZI EJIMOFOR OPARA  APGA is a party committed to deepening democratic principles, this explains Soludo’s insistence on always anchoring his actions on the law regardless of the convenience of... Continue
The National Working Committee of APGA, under the Leadership of Chief Barr Sly Ezeokenwa, has approved the holding of the 2025 Governorship Primary Election on Saturday 5th April, 2025.... Continue
CHRISTIAN ABURIME In a massive show of support, sixty support groups, comprising 120 members under the umbrella of All Soludo Support Groups (ASSG), have endorsed Governor Chukwuma Soludo’s bid... Continue
A pressure group within the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Alimosho has extended her congratulatory message to Hon. Bisi Yusuf on his emergence as the leader of the mandate... Continue
MICHAEL AKINOLA The Yoruba Aborigines Progressive Initiative (YAPI), has expressed its unwavering support for the progress of Nigeria under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu while endorsing him for a second term.... Continue

Business

BY BALA MOHAMMED The recent overhaul of the NNPC Limited board and management by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is not merely an administrative reshuffle—it is a decisive intervention in... Continue
Alhaji Aliko Dangote’s philanthropic efforts towards vulnerable individuals across the country have been commended by the Governor of Adamawa State, Ahmadu Fintiri. Over one million Nigerians nationwide will receive... Continue
TEMITOPE AJAYI  On the back of the reforms by President Tinubu, our country is in a better place in terms of fiscal position and general management of the economy.... Continue
The House of Representatives Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has successfully recovered an additional $14.2 million (N21.4 billion) from four oil and gas companies as part of its ongoing investigation... Continue
PalmPay, one of Africa’s fastest-growing fintech platforms, today officially launched its new PalmPay Debit Card in partnership with Verve, Africa’s largest domestic card scheme.   This partnership reflects PalmPay and... Continue
In a landmark move that sets a new benchmark for customer-focused banking in Nigeria, Sterling Bank has championed the cancellation of bank transfer fees by major banks, announcing it... Continue

Feature

Health

Doctors at Randle General Hospital, Surulere, have been advised to prioritize their well-being as they continue to provide care for patients.   The advice was given by the Medical... Continue
President Bola Tinubu has appointed Dr Ibrahim Yahaya Oloriegbe as Chairman of the National Health Authority Insurance Authority (NHIA). The appointment of the former Kwara Central Senator will be... Continue
In a bid to improve maternal and child health outcomes, the Lagos State Ministry of Health today convened a High-Level Stakeholders’ Meeting focused on regulating the activities of Traditional... Continue
As part of activities marking the Y2025 World Oral Health Day, the Medical Director of Randle General Hospital, Surulere, Dr. Olumide Sojinrin, has reiterated the importance of proper tooth... Continue
MAZI EJIMOFOR OPARA  In a groundbreaking ceremony, Professor Ali Pate, the Honorable Minister of Health, commissioned the Solution General Hospital in Okpoko, Anambra State. This monumental achievement marks the... Continue
A provider of digital integrated healthcare services, Oncopadi Technologies, will help nothing less than 5,000 newly diagnosed women in Nigeria to battle breast cancer.  This laudable initiative tagged Breast... Continue

Interview

Metro

inDrive has released an official statement on the recent ride-hailing industry developments particularly the recent reports regarding driver protests and security concerns in Nigeria’s ride-hailing industry. The company restated its... Continue
The Lagos State Government has issued a stern warning to commercial bus operators, particularly drivers of minibuses, also known as ‘Korope,’ emphasising the paramount need for adherence to traffic... Continue
inDrive, the urban mobility platform, has unveiled a list of essential delivery tips to help customers ensure the safe delivery of their items. The list of essential delivery tips... Continue
  A total of 18 people from various walks of life received a sum of N100,000 each as part of an empowerment programme initiated by the Olodode Youth Initiative,... Continue
  As the Nigerians joined the rest of the world to celebrate the end of the month-long Ramadan on 30 March 2025, the Otun Asiwaju Onigbagbo of Ijebuland, Ambassador... Continue
MICHAEL AKINOLA  The fate of two Mobile Police officers, Supol Daniel Samuel and Inspector Bulus Yahona, is hanging in the balance after they were allegedly attacked and shot by... Continue

Opinions

Pictures

PHOTOS BY IGBINOSUN OSARENREN 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
    ENEBEKE CLETUS CHIGOZIE Team Lagos were adjudged the second-best team at the just concluded 7th National Youth Games in Asaba, Delta State. The Lagos State contingent had... Continue
The Executive Chairman, Lagos State Sports Commission, Mr Sola Aiyepeku was at the venue of swimming events in the ongoing 7th National Youth Games on Wednesday to feel the... Continue
Team Lagos had an entertaining display on Saturday during the opening ceremony of the 7th National Youth Games holding in Asaba, Delta State. It was indeed Eko for Show... Continue

Sports

The Basketball Africa League (BAL) has announced that 156 players from a record 28 countries across five continents will compete in the league’s milestone fifth season, which will tip... Continue
CYRIACUS IZUEKWE  The Chairman and Managing Director, CFO Properties Company Limited, Chief Okonji Felix Chuks, has made a generous donation worth over N3m to Nigeria Modern Pentathlon Federation in... Continue
  Finalists have emerged in the ongoing 6th edition of the U-13 JOF Kids Cup Championship. After gruelling two semi final crackers on Saturday at the Ojo Oniyun playground... Continue
Over 1ooo athletes are already set to participate in the upcoming MTN Champs Continental Relays, taking place between April 9 and April 12 at the University of Lagos, UNILAG,... Continue
The battles from the final tickets among the last set of four teams of the ongoing 6th U-13 JOF Kids Cup now shifted to Ojo Oniyun playground, Ebute Metta,... Continue
Seplat Energy, a leading indigenous energy company, reaffirmed its commitment to community engagement and sports development as the headline sponsor of the 6th edition of the prestigious Orodje of... Continue

World

  FADEYI TOLULOPE AYOBAMI UN human rights experts has called for urgent measures to address grave violations against children in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) amid escalating... <