Author: Kazeem Ugbodaga
19 Year after: Tinubu moves to break Census jinx with High-Powered Committee, sets deadline
The last population census in Nigeria was conducted in 2006, nearly two decades ago. It recorded a population of 140,431,790…
Indomie launches hunt for brave Nigerian Children in 17th Heroes Awards
“When we launched this initiative in 2008, our goal was clear—to recognize children who display uncommon courage, whether by risking…
Access Holdings smashes records with N4.9 trillion earnings in 2024
Interest income rose by 110% to N3.480 trillion, while non-interest income grew by 47.8% to N1.397 trillion. Profit before tax…
FG declares Friday, Monday as public holidays
The Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, extended warm greetings to Christians across the country, urging them to reflect on…
Villa’s brave comeback falls short as PSG sneak into UCL Semis
Aston Villa responded quickly, however, and halved the deficit just six minutes later. Youri Tielemans unleashed a powerful shot from…
Sanwo-Olu’s wife empowers 500 Lagosians with tools to beat unemployment
Beneficiaries of the latest edition include artisans across various sectors—hairdressers, auto-mechanics, shoemakers, caterers, carpenters, tilers, vulcanisers, make-up artists, tailors, barbers,…
CILT honours NRC MD with Fellowship, calls for stronger collaboration
On freight operations, Opeifa announced that three cargo lines have been reactivated to connect Apapa Ports to Ibadan, with ongoing…
Customs unleashes huge blow to smuggling with N314 million in seized goods
The command's relentless anti-smuggling operations resulted in 161 seizures, which included 7,242 bags of foreign parboiled rice, 150 sacks of…
EFCC strikes hard in Benin: 47 Internet fraudsters arrested in massive raid
According to the EFCC, the arrest follows credible intelligence linking the individuals to a network of online criminals engaged in…
Price explosion: Nigeria’s inflation soars to 24.23% in March
The latest figures from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) paint a grim picture for Africa’s largest economy, showing sharp…
How CBEX exploited regulatory loopholes to swindle millions from Nigerians
The collapse of CBEX has had a profound impact on its investors, many of whom invested their life savings.
Chacha Eke reveals shocking near-death experience: ‘I almost died fighting for my life’
By Kazeem Ugbodaga Nollywood actress Chacha Eke has opened up about her personal journey, revealing a near-death experience that has…
Edo Woman Dominic caught with hidden cache of guns, ammunition
Yamu noted that the operation was part of the State Commissioner of Police, Monday Agbonika’s commitment to eradicating criminal elements…
Tragedy strikes: Seven killed in Ebonyi horror crash
Igwe explained that the crash involved a commercial Toyota bus, with Registration Number UWN 429 ZY, and an articulated vehicle,…
Why US-based Nigerian Writer Samuel Kolawole won $50,000 Whiting Award
The Whiting Awards were established by the Whiting Foundation in 1985 and are one of the most esteemed and largest…
Ogun Lawmakers warn ‘self-styled Oba’ to desist or face consequences
The House Committee on Public Accounts and Anti-Corruption, chaired by Hon. Damilare Bello, grilled the State Primary Health Care Development…
Traders Panic as Stock Market dips by N21Bn: Week kicks off with losses
Leading the gainers’ pack was ABBEY Mortgage Bank, surging 9.95% to close at N6.74 per share. UPDC Real Estate Investment…
FCMB’s training programme is transforming our businesses – Entrepreneurs
The sessions focused on financial literacy, digital marketing, business planning, and sustainable growth strategies. Participants also benefited from free business…
PDP Governors reject Coalition, vow to stand alone in 2027 elections
The governors also addressed internal party matters, including the controversial issue of the National Secretary of the PDP.
Lagos nabs suspect caught dumping refuse on Lekki-Epe Expressway
The commissioner further stressed the need for citizens to adopt responsible waste disposal habits, adding that, “A Cleaner Lagos begins…
The State Houses of Assembly in Nigeria: Underrated yet Indispensable
The legal battle that followed further cemented the importance of the legislative institution. On 8th March 2025, the Supreme Court…
UK backs Moniepoint to boost trade with Nigeria
Moniepoint operates as a comprehensive financial ecosystem—providing seamless payments, digital banking, credit, business management, and cross-border solutions to over 10…
Portable’s Court drama: Singer freed on ₦1 Million bail amid controversy
According to a statement issued by Kwara State Police Command spokesperson, SP Adetoun Ejire-Adeyemi, Portable is accused of criminal defamation,…
Lagos to deliver 68km Green Line Rail Project in one Phase
According to the Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA), the entire alignment of the Green Line has now been unveiled.
UN Deputy Chief, Sanusi, MMF storm London for Chibok Girls commemoration
Muhammed-Oyebode will lead an international panel discussion titled “The Stolen Daughters of Chibok: Resilience, Justice, and Global Lessons”, focusing on…
Police nab Portable over explosive allegations by Saheed Osupa
With sufficient evidence submitted alongside the petition, the police secured an arrest warrant from a Magistrate Court in Ilorin.
Four deadly kidnappers killed in gun battle with Delta Police, AK-47s recovered
They weren’t done. The criminals also kidnapped a medical doctor, forcing the family to pay a whopping ₦15 million ransom…
500 Criminals fall as Kano Taskforce storms hideouts, seizes drugs worth millions
Speaking with authority and urgency, Deputy Governor Abdussalam Gwarzo commended the Taskforce’s relentless efforts, describing them as a “bold response”…
Lagos roads of death: VIS sounds alarm on killer rickety vehicles
According to him, many of these unroadworthy contraptions are responsible for deadly accidents, often resulting in “loss of lives, injuries,…
Another scare in Edo! Armed travellers arrested with guns, cutlasses
Weapons allegedly found in their possession included three dane guns, six empty cartridges, three partially used cartridges, four cutlasses, and…