Mai Kare Talakawa rejects Senator Abdulaziz Yari's Geregu Power Plc board role, questioning his wealth source and citing conflict of interest. The group links Zamfara's poverty and insecurity to his tenure.
A Gombe cardiologist warns parents about sugary drinks in school lunches, linking them to future heart disease, hypertension, and diabetes in children. Learn how to protect your child's health.
Wale Tinubu commends Femi Otedola and Tony Elumelu for major transactions reshaping Nigeria's energy sector. Otedola's Geregu Power exit and Heirs Energies' Seplat stake acquisition signal strong investor confidence. Read more.
A mini truck lost control on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, crashing into cars on Otedola Bridge. A family miraculously escaped unhurt. Read about the latest accident on this notorious blackspot.
A truck carrying tomatoes crashed into vehicles on Lagos's Otedola Bridge after brake failure. The accident occurred at noon on Thursday, January 8. Thankfully, no fatalities were recorded.
First Bank of Nigeria has successfully raised its capital base to meet the Central Bank's N500 billion requirement. The funds will drive support for the real sector and enhance digital innovation. Read more.
FirstBank has successfully met the CBN's N500 billion capital requirement ahead of schedule. The move strengthens its financial base for sector support and expansion. Read more.
Billionaire's daughter DJ Cuppy steps back from social media for quiet reflection. The star seeks time with God after a demanding year and major Dubai award win. Read her full statement.
Medical and education stakeholders in Lagos highlight the urgent impact of national insecurity on children's mental and physical wellness, calling for government intervention. Read their crucial recommendations.
Billionaire Femi Otedola commends President Tinubu's economic reforms and CBN's Cardoso, disclosing First Bank has met the N500bn capital requirement. He urges raising the bar to N1 trillion.
FirstBank meets CBN's N500bn capital requirement. Billionaire investor Femi Otedola commends Tinubu and Cardoso's economic leadership, calls for raising bank capital to N1 trillion for a $1 trillion economy.
Aliko Dangote and Nigeria's wealthiest men begin 2026 with a combined $43 billion net worth. See the full breakdown of their fortunes and global rankings here.
MA'AM Energy Limited becomes the new controlling shareholder of Geregu Power Plc in a landmark $750 million transaction, leading to a complete board overhaul. Discover the details and implications for Nigeria's power sector.
Geregu Power Plc appoints former Zamfara governor Abdulaziz Yari as chairman following Femi Otedola's resignation after selling his majority stake for N1.08 trillion. Read the full board shake-up details.
Explore the dual realities of Nigerian childhood, from affluent urban life to rural poverty. Learn about the 54% in multidimensional poverty and 14.8 million out-of-school children. Discover the facts.
Nigerian billionaire Femi Otedola has sold his controlling stake in Geregu Power Plc in a landmark N1.088 trillion transaction. Discover the details and implications of this major shift in Nigeria's energy sector.
Two separate accidents on Otedola and Kara bridges cause severe traffic chaos on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway. LASTMA urges caution as recovery efforts continue. Details inside.
Billionaire Femi Otedola consolidates control of First HoldCo, buying N14.8bn shares to raise his ownership stake above 18%. Discover the details of this strategic move.
Nigerian DJ and philanthropist Florence Otedola, known as DJ Cuppy, has won the prestigious DIAFA 2025 Award in Dubai. She dedicated the honour to Nigeria as a beacon of hope. Read her full inspiring speech.
Discover how Kyd Miller Duchovny, son of Hollywood stars David Duchovny and Téa Leoni, is forging his own path far from fame. Learn about his education, family bond, and future plans.
Confidence Maye Utomi celebrates her father for valuing his daughters equally in a patriarchal Urhobo culture. Read her inspiring story of love overcoming bias.
Nigeria's literacy rate stands at 70.4%, but the national average hides a crisis. Imo State leads at 96.43%, while Yobe lags at just 7.23%. Explore the data, causes, and solutions for a more literate Nigeria.
French President Macron commits to strengthening security partnership with Nigeria following a surge in mass abductions, including over 300 school children. Read more.
The Oyetty Foundation marked its 3rd anniversary by providing business support to 25 parents of children with special needs in Lagos and gifting a Suzuki Mini Bus. Discover how this initiative is transforming lives.
A tragic IED explosion in Banki, Borno State, has claimed the lives of four children. A 12-year-old boy is injured. Police warn against handling suspicious objects. Read more.
2025 was the year of lavish Nigerian celebrity weddings. From Davido's Miami vows to Mr Eazi's three-continent celebration, explore the love stories that dominated headlines.
A tragic IED explosion in Banki, Borno State, has killed four children. Police confirm the incident and warn against handling suspicious objects. Read the full report.
The Emir of Jajjere advocates for enrolling out-of-school children and early harvests to stop deadly clashes over land and water in Yobe. He calls for dialogue and unity.
Nasarawa SUBEB chairman vows to prosecute parents who fail to enroll children. Governor Sule also announces a $90m paper mill groundbreaking today. Read more.
Zamfara State Government commits to tackling the out-of-school children crisis, focusing on nomadic education. Governor Lawal's emergency declaration shows early results. Read more.