Dangote Cement Plc has extended its scholarship programme to 51 communities within the Oworo District of Kogi State. This move, announced during the award ceremony in Obajana, is aimed at supporting students who previously had no access to the company’s scholarship scheme. According to
Building a successful career in engineering requires more than classroom knowledge—it takes hands-on skills, innovation, and continuous learning. This was the key message from Dr. Atinuke Owolabi, immediate past chairman of the Association of Professional Women Engineers of Nigeria (APWEN), Lagos Chapter, during the group’s 2025 annual general meeting in Lagos.
Finding a stable and rewarding job in Nigeria can be challenging, but opportunities in the non-governmental organization (NGO) sector continue to grow. NGOs often provide employment across fields like healthcare, education, logistics, finance, administration, and community development. For Nigerians seeking meaningful careers, these roles also come with the chance to make
Flour Mills of Nigeria (FMN) Flour Mills of Nigeria (FMN) has reaffirmed its commitment to boosting food security and reducing dependence on imports. With its “Feeding the Nation Every Day” agenda, the company continues to invest heavily in agriculture and agro-allied industries to support sustainable growth. FMN’s agricultural journey began in 1978 with the
Global superstar, Robyn Rihanna Fenty. Source : Twitter Global superstar, Robyn Rihanna Fenty, has celebrated 20 years in the music industry with a heartfelt message of gratitude. In a post on X, the Barbadian singer reflected on her journey since leaving home two decades ago to pursue music. “Twenty years ago, I left my country, […]
Eighty-five Nigerians have been awarded the Chevening and Commonwealth Scholarships by the United Kingdom Government to pursue master’s and PhD programmes in 2025. According to the British High Commission, this year’s awardees include 39 Chevening scholars, one Chevening fellow, and 45 Commonwealth scholars. A pre-departure event was held in Abuja to celebrate the
Photo Credit: All-Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) Instagram The All-Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) has officially released the nominees’ list for its 2025 edition, sparking excitement across the continent. This year’s selection is the most competitive in the award’s 12-year history, drawn from a record-breaking 10,717 entries submitted by African and diaspora artists. After a
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially announced the opening of its online pre-registration portal on August 18, 2025, with physical registration commencing on August 25, 2025. The exercise will run until August 30, 2026, across INEC’s 811 state and local government offices nationwide.
The Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) The Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has urged global investors to explore Nigeria’s vast opportunities in technology, agribusiness, renewable energy, and infrastructure. Speaking at the Invest Nigeria 2025 International Business Conference and Expo, LCCI President, Gabriel Idahosa, highlighted Nigeria’s
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), University of Uyo branch, on Tuesday joined the nationwide protest to demand better welfare for lecturers and the implementation of the renegotiated 2009 agreement with the Federal Government. Professors and senior lecturers marched through the town campus, the university annex, and Ikpa road, carrying placards with

















