Adesina bows out as AfDB welcomes President Tah
A defining era at the African Development Bank Group (AfDB) came to a close yesterday as Dr Akinwumi Adesina stepped down after a decade of transformative leadership. He therefore, handed the baton to Mauritanian economist Dr Sidi Ould Tah, who…
Insecurity: Northern elders demand state of emergency in North
The forum lamented that the state security architecture remains inadequate, overstretched, and in some cases complicit through inaction and silence, leaving citizens vulnerable and eroding public trust in government institutions. In a communiqué signed by its spokesperson, Professor Abubakar Jika…
Another State Govt Bans Graduation, Signing-Out Ceremonies In Schools
The Kogi State Government has banned graduation ceremonies in basic and secondary schools, citing financial burden on parents and the social vices associated with the practice. The Commissioner for Education, Science and Technology, Wemi Jones, announced the decision on Wednesday…
Access Holdings Recognised by Pan-Atlantic University for Championing Youth-Led Sustainability
Access Holdings recently welcomed students from Pan-Atlantic University (PAU), who visited the Group’s headquarters to express their appreciation for sponsorship of the EcoMalchemy Plastic-to-Art Project. The initiative, which turned discarded plastic waste into artistic masterpieces now exhibited in a museum,…
President Tinubu Recalls NTA Director-General, Director Of News, Reverses Fresh Appointments
President Bola Tinubu has ordered the reinstatement of the Director-General of the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA), Mr Salihu Abdullahi Dembos, and the Executive Director of News, Mr Ayo Adewuyi, effectively reversing recent management changes in the agency. “President Bola…
I built my wealth from scratch, rejected inheritance – Dangote
Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, has clarified that his multi-billion-dollar empire was self-made and not a product of inherited fortune. In a recent interview, the business magnate noted that although both sides of his family were affluent, he chose…
Lagos state to cut Blue Line fares by 50% as ridership tops 5 million in two years
The Lagos State Government has announced that fares on the Blue Line will be reduced by 50% on Thursday, September 4, 2025. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu disclosed this via his official X account on Wednesday, noting that the rail line…
Court evicts Ali Baba from Victoria Island property
Popular comedian Atunyota Alleluya Akpobome, widely known as Ali Baba, and his company, XQZMOI TV, have been evicted from a Victoria Island property. The eviction was carried out by bailiffs of the Federal High Court in Lagos, acting on a…
Monday Ubani: Jonathan clearly eligible to run in 2027 under the 1999 Constitution
Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Dr. Monday Ubani, has stated that former President Goodluck Jonathan remains legally qualified to contest the 2027 presidential election under the provisions of the 1999 constitution. Speaking during an interview on ARISE News on Tuesday, Ubani…
POPULAR Skitmaker Sanku Dies in Oyo Road Crash
Popular Nigerian comedian and skitmaker, popularly known as Sanku, has lost his life in a fatal car accident along Ogbomoso Road in Oyo State.Sanku’s death was confirmed by actor Yemi Elesho on his social media pages on Monday. Meanwhile, on…