Dangote Sugar appoints Yemisi Ayeni as independent director
Dangote Sugar Refinery Plc has announced the appointment of Yemisi Ayeni as an Independent Non-Executive Director. In a statement, the company’s board of directors approved her appointment on March 20, 2025, highlighting her wealth of experience in finance, corporate governance,…
Otti promises internet access for all Abia communities in nine months
All communities in Abia State are to be connected to Internet Service within the next 9 months. The state governor, Dr. Alex Otti, announced this yesterday at the Nnamdi Azikiwe State Secretariat premises at Umuahia, the state capital, while flagging…
Lagos Commissioner Wahab Says City is “Evolving, Not Smelling” Amid Environmental Efforts
State Government Commits to a Cleaner, Resilient City Plans to Close Olusosun, Solous Landfills in 18 Months The Lagos State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to environmental sustainability, dismissing viral claims that the city is “smelling.” The Commissioner for Environment…
BREAKING: Fubara Makes First Public Appearance After Suspension
Suspended Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara made his first public appearance on Sunday following his suspension from office. Fubara was spotted at Salvation Ministry, Port Harcourt, where he worships, putting to rest speculations about his whereabouts. He was welcomed by…
My Father Rendered Me Homeless After Participating In Beauty Pageant – Bianca
Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, has opened up on how she was rejected at home for participating in a beauty pageant. She spoke at the Nigerian Women’s Day on the sidelines at the 69th Session of the…
Glo to honour late NBA legend
Nigerian telecom operator, Globacom, has revealed plans to celebrate the late Congolese-American basketball legend and philanthropist, Dikembe Mutombo, on the Cable News Network International’s magazine programme, African Voices Playmakers. The programme, sponsored by the data solutions provider, will highlight Mutombo’s…
Pope Francis set to make first public appearance in five weeks amidst health battle
The Sovereign Pontiff, Pope Francis, is poised to make his first public appearance in over five weeks, a moment that will undoubtedly resound across Christendom. The Vatican confirmed that the Holy Father, who has been convalescing at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital…
Deputy Speaker awards scholarships to two orphans
Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu has awarded scholarships from primary to the university level to two young orphans at the Infant Jesus Orphanage Home in Calabar, Cross River State. The Deputy Speaker, who was in Calabar to deliver the convocation lecture…
Sanwo-Olu Vows to Protect Lagos Residents against Consumption of Adulterated Products
Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has vowed to ensure adulterated products are taken off shelves and stalls in the state. The governor made this pledge during the 2025 World Consumer Rights Day celebration, organised by the Lagos State Consumer Protection Agency (LASCOPA) at Ikeja, recently….
How Nigeria lost its textile market to Chinese imports
Nigeria’s textile production was once a vibrant, booming sector and a key part of its economy. But the industry has since been brought to its knees by cheap imports from China. Is there a chance of recovery? How Nigeria lost…