Meet the founder who raised over $5 million to build one of Africa’s leading shared mobility companies
For Damilola Olokesusi, Shuttlers wasn’t born from a single idea. It grew out of years of navigating Lagos’ transport chaos, a family tragedy, and a vision for better mobility. In this edition of Meet the Founder, she shares how she…
OBI BEMOANS RENEWED KILLINGS IN BENUE, PLATEAU, CALLS FOR URGENT ACTION
Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has expressed deep concern over the renewed wave of deadly attacks in Benue and Plateau states, describing the killings as heartbreaking and unacceptable. In a statement shared on his social media platforms, Obi…
Fire in Bangkok pub kills at least 27, dozens injured
At least 27 people have died and 63 others have been injured, including 22 critically, after a massive fire tore through the popular Rong Beer Na Lat Phrao pub in Bangkok’s Chatuchak district just before midnight. According to Thai authorities,…
UK-based lawyer begins process of renouncing Nigerian citizenship
UK-Based Lawyer @chymaker Begins Process to Renounce Nigerian Citizenship, Vows Court Action If Application Is Rejected* A UK-based legal practitioner who goes by @chymaker on X has announced plans to formally renounce his Nigerian citizenship in 2026. 4352 According to…
Oyo Abduction: Eight kidnappers arrested, others killed — Presidency
After 56 days in captivity, abducted Oriire pupils and teachers in Oyo State, have regained their freedom. The Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, in a post on X on Friday said the victims were…
UK police arrest 26-year-old suspect in the killing of former minister Widdecombe
British police arrested a man on Friday on suspicion of murdering Ann Widdecombe after the 78-year-old former government minister and Reform UK politician was found dead having “sustained serious injuries.” Police said a 26-year-old, white British man had been arrested…
Security Agencies Summon Six Alleged Terror Financiers for Questioning
Nigerian security agencies have invited six individuals suspected of financing terrorist activities to appear for questioning as part of ongoing efforts to dismantle networks that support terrorism and violent extremism. The invitations follow intelligence reports and financial investigations that allegedly…
FCTA Impounds 40 Vehicles Over Illegal Operations Near Mabushi Terminal
The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has impounded 40 vehicles for operating illegally outside the Mabushi Bus and Taxi Terminal in Abuja as part of a crackdown on unauthorized transport activities. Officials said the enforcement exercise targeted commercial drivers and…
NYSC: Adire to replace khaki uniform as scheme shifts to civilian mobilisation
The Federal Government has confirmed that the National Youth Service Corp (NYSC) will replace its traditional khaki uniform with Adire fabric as part of sweeping reforms designed to reposition the scheme and promote local manufacturing. The Minister of Youth Development,…
Internal checks exposed fake presidential council scam – Presidency
Says Gbajabiamila was latest target of alleged fraudster, seeks prosecution of collaborators The Presidency on Friday defended the Federal Government’s internal control mechanisms, saying the alleged fake Presidential council scam linked to Adeyemi Adeniyi Matthew was uncovered through existing institutional…