Entertainment

In a music landscape where artists constantly seek new ways to capture emotion and energy, emerging Nigerian act Whichlevelz, is stepping into the spotlight with the release of his... Continue
This week, CNN’s African Voices Changemakers, sponsored by Technology Company, Globacom spotlights the meteoric rise of South African actress, and television personality, Nomzamo Mbatha. In an exclusive interview set... Continue
Redhill, one of the largest independent communications agencies in Asia, and BHM Holdings (www.bhmholdings.uk), Africa’s foremost integrated communications group, wednesday announced a strategic partnership that will create a seamless... Continue
There was a time in Lagos when musicians did not just perform — they held court. Icons like King Sunny Adé, Oliver De Coque, Dr. Victor Olaiya, Bobby Benson,... Continue
In a country where history was once removed from the school curriculum and where the legends of yesteryear are often reduced to blurry black-and-white photos in dusty archives, one... Continue
House of Faith delivers a landmark moment for Nigerian entertainment with a star-studded launch event and the world premiere of original film Love and Porridge. It was the kind... Continue

Education

Powerfields Schools, a Cambridge-approved institution offering pre-school, primary and secondary education (day and boarding), has reaffirmed its commitment to raising confident, well-rounded, and future-ready learners with the successful hosting... Continue
The distribution of instructional materials to public basic schools in Oyo State received a major boost on Friday, 27th February, 2026, the Oyo State Universal Basic Education Board (OYOSUBEB)... Continue
The Future-X Unilever Campus Ambassadors Programme (FUCAP) by Unilever Nigeria Plc, in partnership with the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), has now cumulatively impacted over 900,000 young Nigerians with... Continue
OLALEKAN ONI    In an unprecedented and epoch-making development in the history of Ikeja Local Government, the Executive Chairman of Ikeja Local Government, Comrade Akeem Olalekan Dauda (AKOD), has... Continue
Unilever Nigeria, one of the country’s longest standing manufacturing companies, has shown its commitment to improving livelihoods and community development through a renovation project carried out in partnership with... Continue
Hon. Babatunde Olaokun, a dedicated public servant and aspiring leader, has fulfilled his promise to support the education and development of Ogbomoso North Constituents by donating 500 JAMB FORMS... Continue

Editorials

Crime

BY MICHAEL AKINOLA  The Court of Appeal has upheld the conviction and sentencing of former Group Managing Director of Nigerian Army Properties Limited (NAPL), Maj.-Gen. Umar Mohammed, for stealing... Continue
MICHAEL AKINOLA  A 31-year old man, David Mmekobong, has landed in trouble in Lagos State for displaying his boxing skills and inflicting injury on a lady, Oluwaseun Jabaru, with... Continue
KINGSLEY EBERE A lady, Imasuen Sandra, has been arrested and charged in Lagos State for allegedly slapping a 60-year old man, Patrick Erhemiony and inflicting injury on his face... Continue
KINGSLEY EBERE  A 38-year old truck driver, Falana Akin, has landed in trouble in Lagos State for allegedly using the truck to carry goods without the consent of the... Continue
KINGSLEY EBERE  A 30-year old man, Michael Ojo, has been arrested and charged in Lagos State for allegedly belonging to the proscribed Eiye Confraternity, which had been banned by... Continue
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc(+), NPM has approved the appointment of DCP Anthony Okon Placid, psc(+), mni as the new Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO).... Continue

Politics

In a significant political shift, Zamfara State Governor, His Excellency Dr. Dauda Lawal, has announced his defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the ruling All Progressives Congress... Continue
OLUMIDE AYOOLA The air in Osogbo is thick with more than just the dust of the harmattan as we crawl toward the defining moment of 2026. In the beer... Continue
Fresh cracks have emerged within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Osun State as a pressure group within the party has called on the Minister of the Federal Capital... Continue
The Senate Leader, Senator Michael Opeyemi Bamidele has been appointed to lead the 57-member Ekiti State APC 2026 Governorship Election Campaign Council. The list of the 57 members of... Continue
AMBROSE NWAOGWUGWU  The All Progressives Congress in Imo State has elected Austin Onyedebelu as State Chairman and Onyekachi Ibezim as State Secretary. The duo emerged at the party’s state... Continue
The Executive Chairman of Ojodu LCDA, Lagos State, Hon. Segun Odunmbaku, joined other party stalwarts at the Lagos State Congress of the All Progressives Congress (APC) held at the... Continue

Business

The Nigerian Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA) has commended the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, and the leadership of the Ministry for their consistent commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s homeland security... Continue
  Dimension Data Nigeria has formally executed its N20 billion ($15m) Bond Programme under Dimension Data SPV Funding Plc, following approval from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The... Continue
Delta Airlines, in partnership with Junior Achievement (JA) Africa, has successfully graduated 61 high-potential African girls from the 2026 LEAD Camp, formally inducting them into the 10 Million African... Continue
Africa’s Global Bank, United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, is set to host a special edition of its impactful quarterly UBA Business Series, which be specifically focused on celebrating... Continue
The Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi SAN, has said that resolving the longstanding dispute over OPL 245 will reposition the economy and strengthen the... Continue
Polaris Bank has joined the global community in celebrating International Women’s Day 2026, reaffirming its commitment to promoting gender equality, empowering women, and supporting initiatives that foster inclusive growth... Continue

Feature

Health

BY MICHAEL AKINOLA The Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN) has established a prima facie case of medical negligence and professional misconduct in the death of Master Nkanu... Continue
The Oyo State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening the health and education sectors as the Oyo State College of Nursing and Midwifery, Eleyele, Ibadan, matriculated One hundred... Continue
DANIEL OLUWATOBILOBA POPOOLA  Senior Comrade Lasisi Ayinde Akinsanya, Executive Chairman of Igando-Ikotun Local Council Development Area (LCDA), has inaugurated operations at the newly built Akesan Primary Health Care Centre... Continue
The UNICEF has announced that the number of children whose births are officially registered in Nigeria within the past two years has increased significantly to 14 million. The UNICEF,... Continue
BY Dr. ADEDAPO ADEJUMO Nigeria’s health system stands at a decisive moment. Across the country, families continue to bear the burden of preventable diseases, recurring outbreaks, and rising non-communicable... Continue
  The Oyo State Government, through the Oyo State Agency for the Control of AIDS (OYSACA), has conducted an integrated outreach programme at Ajegunle Market in Atiba Local Government... Continue

Interview

Metro

InDrive, a leading global ride-hailing platform operating in nine African countries, is celebrating Ramadan season with a targeted driver appreciation programme in Abuja, tagged’Ramadan Shukran campaign’, with active Muslim... Continue
Justice (Dr.) Rosul Oriyomi Olukolu of the High Court of Lagos State, has granted an interim injunctions against Godmade Homes Limited and its alter-ego, Ayoolanrewaju Kuyebi, over a disputed... Continue
The Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has described the state as a key driver of Africa’s cities. He said the city is transforming and reshaping the economic... Continue
Lagos State Government on Wednesday announced its partnership with the World Bank to enhance emergency and risk management in the state. The state’s Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources,... Continue
Glovo, a leading multicategory technology company, in collaboration with the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), has officially launched a new safety feature on the riders’ app and organised a... Continue
KINGSLEY EBERE  There are pointers that Chief Henry Chukwuemeka Ugwunta is not the Igwe of Agbaja Umumba Ndiuno Community in Ezeagu Local Government Area of Enugu State following his... 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

Buruj Football Club has commended the management of the Nigeria Nationwide League One (NLO) for introducing several innovative digital initiatives aimed at improving the organization, visibility, and global reach... Continue
The Lagos State Football Association State League Management Committee has announced the timeline for the 2025/2026 season following its meeting on Saturday. According to the schedule released by the... Continue
The 7th edition of U-13 JOF Kids Cup Tournament has kicked off across two centres in Lagos State. Sponsored by JOF Nigeria Limited, the grassroots football tournament is designed... Continue
The Nigeria Archery Federation (NAFED) has officially flagged off its 2026 sporting calendar with the announcement of the National Archery Open Championship scheduled to hold in Abuja from April... Continue
The Confederation of African Football has postponed the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) earlier scheduled for Morocco from 17 March to 3 April 2026. The Africa’s football... Continue
Amstel Malta has unveiled Nigerian football icon, Asisat Oshoala, as its new Brand Ambassador, marking a defining moment for the premium malt drink as it continues to champion determination,... 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

Buruj Football Club has commended the management of the Nigeria Nationwide League One (NLO)... Continue
In a significant political shift, Zamfara State Governor, His Excellency Dr. Dauda Lawal, has... Continue
KINGSLEY EBERE  In a bid to foster unity and peace among Ndigbo in Nigeria... Continue
KINGSLEY EBERE  Lagos businessman and Ohanaeze Ndigbo presidential aspirant in the forthcoming election, Chief... Continue
In a music landscape where artists constantly seek new ways to capture emotion and... Continue
BY ADETOLA OLOWU Some months ago, the United States of America designated Nigeria as... Continue
BY MICHAEL AKINOLA  The Court of Appeal has upheld the conviction and sentencing of... Continue
BY PRINCE ADEYEMI SHONIBARE Leadership in economic governance is rarely accidental. The most effective... Continue
The Nigerian Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA) has commended the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo,... Continue
WISDOM ONIEKPAR IKULI  As we countdown to 2027 general election, a lot of things... Continue

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