Lagos State hikes BRT fares by 18%
Lagos State is planning to raise its public bus fares by 18 percent. The Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA) announced this change on Thursday through its social media channels. LAMATA explained why they need to charge more, saying: “The…
FUOYE Alumni Defend VC Prof. Fasina, Dismiss Sexual Harassment Allegations
Over 300 former students of the Vice-Chancellor of Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE), Professor Abayomi Sunday Fasina, have voiced strong support for him, dismissing recent sexual harassment allegations as a coordinated attempt to tarnish his reputation. In a statement signed by…
Elumelu Foundation, UAE Collaborate to Support Young African Entrepreneurs
The United Arab Emirates – The Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF), the leading philanthropy empowering young African entrepreneurs, from all 54 African countries, today, signed a USD$6million strategic partnership agreement with the UAE Office of Development Affairs and Khalifa Bin Zayed…
BREAKING:Afenifere Leader Pa Ayo Adebanjo Dies at Age 96
Pa Ayo Adebanjo, a revered leader of Afenifere, the pan-Yoruba socio-cultural organization, has passed away at the age of 96. The elder statesman died peacefully on the morning of Friday, February 14, 2025, at his residence in Lekki, Lagos State….
Meet Princess Owowoh, Nigeria’s first female graduate of British military academy
Officer Cadet Owowoh Princess Oluchukwu made history as the first-ever Nigerian female officer to graduate from the prestigious Royal Military Academy Sandhurst (RMAS) in the United Kingdom. At just 24 years old, she distinguished herself among 135 Officer Cadets during…
BREAKING: Senate Passes 2025 Budget
The Nigerian Senate, Thursday, passed the N54.9 trillion 2025 budget into law during a plenary presided by the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio. This comes two months after the budget was presented to the joint Chambers of the National Assembly on…
Elumelu woos global investors to Africa with higher returns
African investor and philanthropist, Tony Elumelu, has told global investors to invest in Africa which delivers unmatched returns on investment. Elumelu spoke at theWorld Government Summit, Dubai, where he showcased the African investment opportunity. He highlighted the 15-year track record…
Anambra Government Respects Traditional Worship, Says ANSEC
Anambra State Government through the Anambra State Executive Council ((ANSEC) has strongly affirmed that the State Homeland Security Law 2025 signed in January is not against traditional worship which is an essential component of the Igbo traditional religion and culture….
Nigerian Professor dies in USA
Renowned scholar and prolific author, Professor Balogun Odun, has passed away. He died on February 7, 2025, in the United States at the age of 78. Born on April 21, 1946, in Iga Akoko, Ondo State, Professor Odun was a…
The wait is finally over—Tiger Woods is back: Tiger Woods Announces PGA Tour Return at Genesis Invitational—But Can He Still Compete?
After months of speculation, the 15-time major champion has officially confirmed his return to PGA Tour action at the 2025 Genesis Invitational. This marks his first official event since last year’s Open Championship, and fans are buzzing with anticipation to…