As Carnival Calabar marks its 20th anniversary, we explore how Nigeria's premier cultural festival evolved into a strategic economic engine, driving tourism, private investment, and community prosperity in Cross River State. Discover the winning PPP model
A 37-year-old streamer died while attempting a dangerous live challenge involving cocaine and whisky for paying subscribers. His family demands justice.
Nigeria's Federal Fire Service calls for private sector investment to boost public safety, trains 7,400 citizens. Newly decorated officers urged to lead with innovation.
Grammy winner T-Pain gifts his mother a private jet after selling his music catalogue. See the emotional video and fan reactions to his financial comeback.
Grammy-winning US singer T-Pain surprises his family with a brand new private jet. The purchase follows a lucrative music catalog sale he said would take 100 years of regular earnings. Watch the video!
A Nigerian lawyer issues a crucial warning after a man is jailed for forwarding a private WhatsApp conversation without consent. Learn your digital rights to avoid legal trouble.
Fidelity Bank Plc has successfully raised over N250bn in a single day, meeting the CBN's N500bn capital requirement. The move cements its position among Nigeria's top-tier lenders ahead of the March 2026 deadline.
A groom and his three nieces died in a tragic helicopter crash in Arizona, USA, just hours before his wedding. The experienced pilot's aircraft hit a slackline. Read the full heartbreaking story.
An adorable video of Davido and his second daughter, Hailey, jetting off to the Caribbean has gone viral, stirring emotions and sparking conversations about fatherhood and family dynamics among Nigerian fans.
Lagos State Security Trust Fund thanks donors for 2025 support, pledges enhanced collaboration to tackle emerging security challenges in Nigeria's economic hub. Join the partnership.
Nigeria's private sector closed 2025 with robust growth as PMI hit 53.5 in December. Business confidence soared to a six-month high. Discover the key drivers and outlook for 2026.
Private depot owners have increased petrol prices to N800 per litre following Dangote Refinery's planned maintenance shutdown. Get the latest on Nigeria's fuel market and price outlook.
A video from Davido's private 2026 dinner showing aide Isreal DMW being asked to switch seats has gone viral, sparking intense online debate about respect and loyalty in celebrity circles. See the full story and reactions.
NBGN Chairman Bashorun Randle urges the FG to urgently reposition Nigeria's private sector to harness the $3.4 trillion AfCFTA market. Read more on the needed reforms.
FCMB Asset Management has received SEC approval for a N20 billion Series II private debt fund. The fund targets SDG-aligned sectors like agriculture and clean energy, with issuance opening in January 2026. Read more.
Nigeria intensifies efforts to save its rich biodiversity, urging businesses to act under the new National Strategy. Experts warn of severe threats to food security and the economy. Read more.
Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, has formally acknowledged his marriage to philanthropist Zynab Otiti Obanor, calling it a private affair that does not affect his public duties. Read more.
A Nigerian man's heartbreaking self-tribute before dying from a heart condition has gone viral, exposing demands for N2m deposits by Lagos hospitals and a failing healthcare system. Read his full story.
Access Holdings plans a N40bn private placement in foreign currency to meet CBN's recapitalisation rules and fund expansion. The move comes as the March deadline nears.
Ogun State government signs MoU with Whatadeal to manage Olumorock tourism centre, aiming to boost IGR and make it a top Nigerian destination. Read more.
Nigeria intensifies efforts to halt biodiversity loss, mobilising private sector support for its 2025-2030 National Biodiversity Strategy. Business leaders convened in Lagos to shape a practical Business Action Plan aligned with global goals.
Key Nigerian private sector actors unite with civil society to design market-driven strategies for economic resilience and preventing violent extremism in fragile states. Discover the innovative plans.
Sujimoto Group unveils a ₦20 trillion integrated plan combining fortified border security with large-scale agriculture to combat Nigeria's insecurity. The strategy aims to tackle terrorism and banditry by linking safety with economic growth.
UK-based Nigerian health consultant Dr Tokumbo Fasuyi highlights the critical role of care coordination and personalised health management in improving Nigeria's healthcare outcomes and economic productivity.
President Bola Tinubu arrived in Maiduguri to start a three-state tour, using a vintage government jet. He will inaugurate projects, attend a wedding, and visit Lagos for the Eyo Festival.
A husband and wife tragically died in a Tokyo sauna fire. Investigations reveal a faulty door handle and a disabled emergency alarm system. Read the full report on this safety failure.
Halima Buhari offers a rare glimpse into her father's private struggles, revealing he was aware of public disappointment. Read her full insights on leadership and legacy.
GAIA AFRICA, Africa's premier private club for women leaders, has opened its 2025/2026 member season. The launch features 'The Unbowed' series, highlighting stories of resilience from founders and executives. Join the community shaping the continent's fut
A private plane crash near Toluca Airport, Mexico, kills 10, including 3 children. The pilot reported engine failure before attempting an emergency landing on a football field. Read the full report.
Nigeria's government urges private investment in livestock via PPPs to unlock the sector's potential, create jobs, and enhance food security. Minister Idi Maiha reveals 38 legacy facilities need revitalisation.