Prayer Pemu, the Special Assistant on Entertainment to the Delta State Governor, recently met with Tega Oghenejobo, the newly appointed President and Chief Operating Officer of Mavin Records, at the label’s Lagos headquarters. The meeting focused on fostering a stronger partnership between Mavin Records and Delta State’s entertainment industry. Mavin Records, home to Afrobeat superstar…

Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, concluded her three-day working visit to Kwara State on Thursday with a tour of the Garment Factory, the largest of its kind in the country and a signature project of Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq. During her visit, she urged workers at the factory to seize the opportunities provided by the…

The Edo State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal has admitted Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS) machines submitted by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) as evidence in the ongoing legal challenge to the September 21, 2024 governorship election. The submission follows a subpoena secured by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) after INEC initially declined to release…

A.R.N. Foods Limited, Nigeria’s fastest-growing agricultural commodities trading firm, continues to demonstrate its commitment to food security and consumer satisfaction amidst the country’s economic challenges. With Nigeria’s inflation rate rising to 34.80 percent in December 2024 and food prices nearing 40%, the company is stepping up its efforts to provide high-quality products and maintain high…

Governor Dauda Lawal has inaugurated new governing councils and boards for the six state-owned tertiary institutions in Zamfara, describing the move as a significant step towards revitalising the education sector. The institutions affected include Zamfara State University, Talata Mafara; Abdu Gusau Polytechnic, Talata Mafara; College of Education, Maru; College of Nursing and Midwifery, Gusau; College…

Nigeria's financial sector continues to expand, and customer experience has become the cornerstone of innovation for banks and fintech companies alike. With over 40 million Nigerians still financially excluded, according to the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), the industry faces the dual challenge of driving inclusion while meeting evolving customer expectations. The growing adoption of…

The Digital Scouting Africa (DSA) U-17 Talent Showcase, which kicked off on January 27 at the Inspire Sports Academy Arena in Oshodi, Lagos, has already lived up to its billing as a groundbreaking platform for young African footballers. On Day 3, Inspire Sports Academy, one of the event’s key partners, put on a masterclass performance…

Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has lauded Kwara State Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq as an “outstanding leader and an amazing achiever,” praising his efforts to transform the state. Speaking in Ilorin on Wednesday during her two-day visit, she expressed admiration for his developmental strides. Accompanied by the wife of the Vice President, Nana Shettima, and…

Turkey-based Nigerian activist and blogger Beatrice Opeyemi, popularly known as Teni Omoologo, has denied allegations that she received ₦1 million from Mohbad’s sister-in-law, Karimot Adebayo, to disrupt the campaign for justice for the late singer. The controversy stems from claims that Teni was financially induced to suppress the movement seeking accountability for Mohbad’s death. However,…

Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, has commended the Department of State Services (DSS) for intercepting an arms shipment bound for Zamfara State. The DSS on Tuesday displayed the seized weapons and ammunition to the Governor at the Government House in Gusau. A statement by the Governor’s spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, disclosed that the weapons comprised…

Poor budget implementation remains one of Nigeria’s most pressing challenges, stalling development and exacerbating economic hardship. According to Prince Igho Sadjere, a seasoned banker and fellow of the institute of Chartered economists Nigeria, the failure to execute national budgets effectively is a significant factor contributing to inflation, poverty, and underdevelopment in the country. Citing recent…

Ilorin, the Kwara State capital, came alive on Tuesday as Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, commenced a three-day visit to the state, inaugurating key projects of Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq. The visit began with the commissioning of an ICT Community Centre at the Kwara State University of Education, a collaborative effort between the National Information…