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Dangote Refinery Cuts Petrol Price To N899.50 Ahead Of Festive Season

Dangote Petroleum Refinery has announced a reduction in the price of petrol to N899.50 per litre to provide relief for Nigerians during the Christmas and New Year celebrations. In a...

Ghana’s President-Elect John Mahama Visits President Tinubu

Ghana’s President-Elect, John Dramani Mahama, paid a courtesy visit to President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Monday. The visit was disclosed by Tinubu’s...

Tinubu Approves Free Nationwide Transportation, Renames University Of Abuja

President Bola Tinubu has approved free nationwide transportation ahead of the Christmas and New Year celebrations. The Minister of Information, Mohammed Idris, announced this on Monday...

Ademola Lookman Crowned 2024 African Footballer Of the Year

Nigeria’s Ademola Lookman has been named the 2024 African Footballer of the Year at the Confederation of African Football (CAF) Awards held in Marrakesh, Morocco. The Atalanta forward...

FEC Approves ₦47.96 Trillion 2025 Budget, Presentation To NASS Likely Wednesday

The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has granted final approval for the 2025 national budget, which is set to be presented by President Bola Tinubu. Minister of Budget and Economic Planning,...

Tinubu Appoints Nwakuche Ndidi As Acting NCoS Controller-General

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Nwakuche Sylvester Ndidi as the Acting Controller-General of the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS). Ndidi’s appointment follows the conclusion...

POLITICS
INEC Sets November 6, 2025 For Anambra Governorship Election

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially announced November 6, 2025, as the date for the upcoming off-cycle governorship election in Anambra state, in accordance...

Senators Pass Confidence Vote In Akpabio Amid Impeachment Rumors

Senators on Thursday passed a vote of confidence in Senate President Godswill Akpabio, following reports of an alleged plot to impeach him. Rumors circulated on Wednesday suggested...

Appeal Court Upholds Amaewhule As Speaker, Dismisses Fubara’s Appeal

The Court of Appeal in Abuja on Thursday upheld the recognition of Martin Amaewhule as the legitimate Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly. A three-member panel of the appellate...

Tinubu Orders Police To Protect Rivers LG Secretariats Amid Post-Election Violence

President Bola Tinubu has directed the Nigeria Police Force to secure local government secretariats in Rivers State following a series of attacks and arson allegedly carried out by...

Fubara Criticizes Police Actions Ahead Of Local Government Elections

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has expressed shock at the actions of the police, alleging an attempt to invade the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC)...

APC’s Monday Okpebholo Wins Edo Governorship Election

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, Senator Monday Okpebholo, as the winner of the Edo State Governorship...

BUSINESS & ECONOMY
CBN Increases Benchmark Interest Rate To 27.50% To Tackle Inflation

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has raised the Monetary Policy Rate (MPR) from 27.25% to 27.50% as part of its efforts to curb rising inflation. The decision followed the Monetary...

At Last, Port Harcourt Refinery Begins Crude Oil Processing

The Port Harcourt Refining Company (PHRC) Ltd in Rivers State has officially commenced crude oil processing, marking a significant step toward enhancing Nigeria’s energy...

Nigeria’s GDP Grows By 3.46% In Q3 2024, Driven By Services Sector

Nigeria’s economy recorded a 3.46% year-on-year growth in Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in real terms during the third quarter of 2024, according to the National Bureau of Statistics...

Tinubu Seeks ₦1.77 Trillion Loan To Fund 2024 Budget Deficit

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has officially requested the approval of a new external borrowing of $2.209 billion (₦1.767 trillion) from the Senate and the House of Representatives....

Nigeria’s Inflation Rate Climbs To 33.88% In October 2024

Nigeria’s inflation rate surged to 33.88% in October 2024, up from 32.7% in September, as the nation continues to face escalating costs of goods and services. The National Bureau...

NNPC Signs Gas Supply Deal With Dangote Refinery For Power Generation

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited has announced a significant Gas Sale and Purchase Agreement (GSPA) between its subsidiary, NNPC Gas Marketing Limited (NGML),...

IMPACT
Professor Ibraheem Gbajabiamila: First-Rate Academic And University Administrator

Every human has their portrait reflecting their character and ways of life. The portrait of a distinguished gentleman and classic par excellence, Prof. Ibraheem Gbajabiamila, the fifth...

Pastor (Dr.) Senior Gabriel Uyeh : A Pillar In Christian Leadership

Pastor (Dr.) Senior Gabriel Okpako Uyeh, JP, is a revered leader in the Christian faith and the head of The Apostolic Church, Nigeria. Born on January 8, 1944, in Uweye Quarters, Uzere...

Prince (Dr.) Segun Ochuko Obayendo: Icon Of Motor Vehicle Administration

Prince Dr. Segun Ochuko Obayendo is an eminent personality in Safety and Security Management. Holding the honorary title of Doctor of Safety and Security Management from Triune Biblical...

HRH Oba (Dr.) Mosiudi Ola Yusuf: Toast To An Accomplished Leader

His Royal Highness, Oba (Dr.) Mosiudi Ola Yusuf FCA, FCCA, is a distinguished Nigerian, a visionary leader and an accomplished entrepreneur. He has made huge impact on national development...

Dr. Harrison Nnaemeka Nnaji: Iconic Business Intelligence And ICT Manager

Dr. Harrison Nnaemeka Nnaji is an exceptional Nigerian and a trailblazer in the field of Information Technology. With four master’s degrees and a doctorate—and a second doctorate...

Sir Ayodele Oghogho Othihiwa: Leadership In Accounting And Corporate Management

Sir Ayodele Oghogho Othihiwa, a distinguished accountant, philanthropist, and visionary, hails from the Owodokpokpo community in Igbide Kingdom of Isoko South LGA in Delta State. Born...

HISTORY & LEGENDS
Governor Makinde Presents Staff Of Office To 43rd Olubadan Of Ibadanland

Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has officially presented the staff of office to Oba Akinloye Owolabi Olakulehin, marking his ascension as the 43rd Olubadan of Ibadanland. The elaborate...

Muhammadu Sanusi II Returns As Emir Of Kano After Four-Year Ouster

In a dramatic turn of events, Muhammadu Sanusi II has been reinstated as the Emir of Kano, four years after his controversial removal. Governor Abba Yusuf signed the Kano State Emirate...

Ohinoyi of Ebiraland, HRM Ado Ibrahim, Passes Away At 94

The Ohinoyi of Ebiraland and Vice Chairman of the Kogi State Traditional Council, Dr Ado Ibrahim, has died at the age of 94. According to family sources, the revered paramount ruler...

Alaafin Of Oyo, One Of Nigeria’s Most Prominent Kings, Lamidi Adeyemi Dies At 83

The Alaafin of Oyo, one of Nigeria’s most prominent traditional rulers, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi, has died at the age of 83. Alaafin Adeyemi, the third from the Alowolodu Ruling House...

THE ENTERPRISE ARENA (TEA)
How To Effectively Build A Working Day On Remote Work From Home

  In the context of the global COVID-19 pandemic, many employees were sent by employers to work remotely. This is to reduce the risk of infection in public transport and in crowded...

How Nigeria Plans To Return To The Usual Work In The Office

After the quarantine, things will return to normal (or whatever the new normal will look like). The compulsory stay-at-home laws will be repealed and some other restrictions will be...

Chaim Zach Makes Monumental Impact On Poultry Breeding In Nigeria

Mr. Chaim Zach is an international investor and industrialist. For close to 30 years, he has positively impacted the Nigerian agricultural sector.  He has hugely contributed to the...

Dr Adrienne Tikolo Makes Bold Contributions To Education In Nigeria

Dr Adrienne Tikolo is a highly cerebral and skilled educator. She has made profound contributions to education in Nigeria. Now, her work is reaching out to other parts of the world. Adrienne...

Dr. Oyeleke Ajiboye Records Outstanding Successes In Enterprise

Dr Oyeleke Ajiboye is a seasoned professional in the environmental engineering and property development industry. He has however also recorded huge successes in many other areas of...

Solomon Adedotun Adegboyega: Legacy In Corporate Management

Mr. Solomon Adedotun Adegboyega is a first-rate corporate administrator. He has spent over 30 years in management and his dexterity is widely acknowledged. He is today the Managing...

GENERAL
Senior Russian General Killed In Bomb Attack Linked To Ukraine

A senior Russian general, Lt. Gen. Igor Kirillov, was killed on Tuesday when a bomb hidden in a scooter exploded outside his apartment building in Moscow. The attack comes just one...

John Mahama Defeats Bawumia In Ghana’s Presidential Election

Ghana’s opposition leader and former president, John Dramani Mahama, has emerged victorious in the nation’s tightly contested presidential election, defeating the ruling party’s...

South Korean President Apologizes For Martial Law Attempt

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol issued a public apology on Saturday following his controversial declaration of martial law earlier in the week. The move, which he later rescinded...

Biden Pardons Son Hunter, Citing Selective Prosecution And Miscarriage Of Justice

U.S. President Joe Biden announced on Sunday that he had granted a full pardon to his son, Hunter Biden, for offenses committed between January 1, 2014, and December 1, 2024. The move...

Stampede Claims 56 Lives During Tournament Final In Guinea

At least 56 people were killed, and several others injured in a deadly stampede and violent clashes during a soccer tournament final in Nzerekore, Guinea’s second-largest city,...

Notre Dame Cathedral Unveils Restored Splendor After Devastating Fire

After five years of intense restoration, the iconic Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris revealed its rejuvenated interiors on Friday, showcasing its soaring ceilings and pristine stonework,...

ASSESSMENT / INTERVIEWS
God, Hard Work, Honesty Behind My Success – Chizomam Ann Emeje

Dr (Pharm.) Chizomam Ann Emeje, the highly resourceful Nigerian pharmacist and Managing Director of Troop Pharmaceuticals is also the first person ever to earn a doctorate degree in...

Why I founded Charlie-Marie Schools And Sport Academy – Adekunbi Akin-Taylor

Amb. (Evang.) Adekunbi Akin -Taylor is a woman who has made huge impact on various spheres of life in Nigeria. She is at once a great educationist who founded the famous Charlie –...

Alema Of Warri Lauds Uduaghan’s Integrity And Service At 70

Former Delta State governor, Dr. Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan, was celebrated on his 70th birthday for his contributions to the state and the nation. The Alema of Warri, Chief Emmanuel Oritsejolomi...

Governor Fubara Orders Audit Of Local Government Accounts

Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has directed the state auditor general to initiate an audit of the accounts of the 23 Local Government Areas (LGAs) for the past three years....

Full Text Of President Tinubu’s 2024 Democracy Day Speech

On Wednesday, President Bola Tinubu delivered his second Democracy Day address to Nigerians since taking office on May 29, 2024. In his speech, the President paid tribute to the heroes...

President Tinubu Honors Awujale Of Ijebuland With Prestigious GCON National Award

In a momentous celebration of heritage and service, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu bestowed upon the revered Awujale of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Adetona, the esteemed Grand Commander of the...

SPORTS
Ademola Lookman Crowned 2024 African Footballer Of the Year

Nigeria’s Ademola Lookman has been named the 2024 African Footballer of the Year at the Confederation of African Football (CAF) Awards held in Marrakesh, Morocco. The Atalanta forward...

CAF Unveils Top Five Nominees For 2024 Awards Ahead Of Ceremony

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced the Top Five Nominees in each men’s category for the highly anticipated CAF Awards 2024. The awards ceremony, celebrating...

Rodri Wins Ballon d’Or As Real Madrid Boycotts Ceremony

Manchester City midfielder Rodri made history by becoming the first defensive midfielder to win the men’s Ballon d’Or, while Barcelona’s Aitana Bonmati captured the...

Thomas Tuchel Appointed England Manager Starting January 2025

Thomas Tuchel has been appointed as the new England manager, effective from 1 January 2025. The 51-year-old German coach has signed an 18-month contract, becoming the third non-British...

Super Eagles Return To Nigeria After AFCON Qualifier Ordeal In Libya

Nigeria’s national football team, the Super Eagles have safely returned to Nigeria after their challenging experience in Libya . The Nigerian side were set to play...

NFF Withdraws Super Eagles From Libya AFCON Qualifier Following Airport Fiasco

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has pulled the Super Eagles out of Tuesday’s 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier against Libya following a grueling 12-hour delay...

WOMAN
Ms. Ayotola Jagun: Sterling Accomplishments In Corporate Governance

Ms. Ayotola Jagun is the Chief Compliance Officer & Company Secretary of Oando Plc.  She is a dual-qualified solicitor (UK & Nigeria), Chartered Secretary, and multidisciplinary...

Dr. (Mrs.) Jummai Adamu Tutuwa: Dynamic Scientist And Administrator

Dr. (Mrs.) Jummai Adamu Tutuwa, an Associate Professor of Industrial Biochemistry, is a dynamic scientist and accomplished administrator with a career dedicated to groundbreaking research...

Dr. Priscilia Uhuanmwen Imade: Salute To A Uniquely Dynamic Optometrist

Dr. Priscilia Uhuanmwen Imade is an exceptionally accomplished optometrist. Indeed, she is one of the leading lights of the optometry profession in Nigeria. Imade is an eminently qualified...

Mrs. Kafayat Temilola Majolagbe : Distinguished Nursing Administrator

Mrs. Kafayat Temilola Majolagbe is a seasoned and dedicated nurse leader with over three decades of professional experience in clinical nursing and nursing administration. Currently...

Mrs. Ifunanya Uzochukwu-Emedolu: A Passion For Quality And Excellence

Mrs. Ifunanya Uzochukwu-Emedolu is a visionary educationist and entrepreneur celebrated for her exceptional contributions to the development and management of quality education in Nigeria....

Amb. (Evang.) Adekunbi Akin-Taylor: Touching Lives In Different Spheres

Mrs Adekunbi Akin-Taylor is a distinguished educator, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and community leader with a lifelong commitment to service and uplifting others. Born on June 7,...

ENTERTAINMENT
Chidimma Adetshina Named Miss Universe First Runner-Up

Chidimma Adetshina, a 22-year-old beauty queen representing Nigeria, has expressed her excitement after achieving the first runner-up position at the 73rd Miss Universe pageant. The...

FG Suspends Senior Correctional Officers Over Bobrisky Bribery Allegations

The Federal Government has suspended several senior officers of the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) following allegations of bribery involving controversial crossdresser Idris...

Diddy Arrested, Faces Federal Charges For Racketeering And Sex Trafficking

Sean “Diddy” Combs, the music mogul, is facing serious legal trouble after being arrested in New York on Sept. 16. According to a federal indictment unsealed on Sept. 17,...

Harvey Weinstein’s Rape Conviction Overturned, Paving Way For New Trial

Harvey Weinstein, the former film mogul convicted of rape in 2020, saw his conviction overturned Thursday by a New York state court, setting the stage for a potential new trial. The...

PEOPLE | PRODUCTS | SERVICES
Syd-Monic Foundation Concludes Third Medical Outreach In Lagos

After a most engaging week of delivering healthcare to the under-served and indigent in Lagos, Syd-Monic Foundation concluded its third annual Medical and Surgical Outreach on Sunday,...

Onajite Regha’s Uncommon Strides In Electronic Payment Technology

Mrs Onajite Regha is the Chief Executive Officer/Executive Secretary of the Electronics Payment Providers Association of Nigeria and the initiator of the association which she co-founded...

Peter Folikwe: Berger Paints’ Iconic Immediate Past MD

   Mr. Peter Folikwe is an enigmatic corporate manager. He could be said to be the man with the Midas Touch. Much of what he has touched these several years, as a manager of...

Daisy Obiano: Woman Behind Capelli Salon And Beauty Parlour

Daisy Obiano is a uniquely enterprising and creative Nigerian woman. She has made a bold mark with her company, Capelli Salon and Beauty Parlour Ltd located on Opebi Road, Ikeja, Lagos....

Muyiwa Razaq Ogungboye’s Rising Profile In ICT Leadership

He is a man with a highly innovative mind. His creativity and spirit of industry make him one of those who hold the promise of launching Nigeria onto higher realms in Information and...

Silvester Ibeh Effectively Delivers With Cardinal Security Services Ltd

Mr. Silvester Ibeh is a highly resourceful and unassuming gentlemen. He is a philanthropist, an international business strategist, a security expert, a man of transparent honesty,...