In his bid to justify why he wishes to contest for a seat in the Ogun State House of Assembly to represent the good people of Yewa South State Constituency, an aspirant on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Hon. Olusegun Olugbemileke Amore, has appealed to elders …

  The Lagos International Jazz Festival (LIJF) delivered a powerful night of music, memory, and cultural reverence as it honoured legendary broadcaster and Afrobeat historian Benson Idonije in a special “Prelude to 90” edition of its Jams & Vibes session.   Held at Bature Brewery, the event brought together leading …

  Students of the faculty of engineering at Nasarawa State University Gudi Campus who were abducted by gunmen have regained their freedom. The Nasarawa State Police Command confirmed the development on Tuesday, stating that the victims are currently receiving medical care and psychological support following their ordeal. The Police Public …

Popular Nollywood actor Alex Ekubo has died at the age of 40.   News of his death was confirmed on Tuesday by some of his colleagues in the film industry, including Funke Akindele, Bolanle Ninalowo, and Godwin Nnadiekwe, who paid tribute to the late actor on social media.   Reacting …

  Fidelity Bank Plc, a leading Nigerian financial institution, has announced its audited financial results for the year ended 31 December 2025, reporting Gross Earnings growth of 45.6% from N1.04 trillion in 2024 to N1.52 trillion in FY 2025, reflecting stronger topline momentum across core business segments. The Group recorded …

At a time when conversations about youth development are becoming increasingly urgent, Boys Aid Network is choosing to confront a question many institutions have quietly ignored: who is intentionally preparing the next generation of boys for the realities of leadership, responsibility, and manhood? On Thursday, May 14, 2026, the organisation …

SIFAX Group has congratulated Mr. Oluyinka Onigbinde on his election as the new President of the Maritime Reporters Association of Nigeria (MARAN), describing his emergence as a reflection of his professionalism and dedication to maritime journalism.   The congratulatory message was conveyed in a formal letter signed by Dr. Taiwo …

FIRST HOLDCO PLC SUSTAINS SOLID REVENUE MOMENTUM; INCREASES GROSS EARNINGS & PROFITABILITY TO ₦942.0 BILLION & N321.1 BILLION RESPECTIVELY FOR THE UNAUDITED FIRST QUARTER ENDED MARCH 31, 2026.   First HoldCo Plc. (“FirstHoldCo” or the “Group”) today announces its unaudited results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026.   …

Lagos, Nigeria – In a move to strengthen ties with Nigeria’s premier travel professionals, the Yemisi Shyllon Museum of Art (YSMA), Pan-Atlantic University, recently hosted the leadership and members of the Nigerian Association of Tour Operators (NATOP) on a landmark familiarization visit aimed at strengthening cultural tourism and advancing the positioning of Ibeju-Lekki …

LAGOS.08.05.2026. As part of efforts to promote SMEs and strengthen support for operators in the informal sector, Unity Bank has continued to empower small-scale traders and shop owners across Nigeria through its initiative called Shop Collateralised Facility, SHOCOF. SHOCOF is an innovative loan product, and Unity Bank has disbursed over N500 …