Oyo State Acting Governor, Abdulraheem Lawal, has assured residents that two key projects — the upgrade of Samuel Ladoke Akintola International Airport and the Senator Rashidi Ladoja Circular Road — are close to completion. During an inspection visit, Lawal explained that the airport
Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla, SpaceX, and owner of X (formerly Twitter) with the imported cybertruck. source : twitter Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla, SpaceX, and owner of X (formerly Twitter), has purchased around $1 billion worth of Tesla shares, according to a U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission filing. The move, made on Friday, saw […]
AIICO Insurance Plc has rolled out the “Recycling at AIICO Project”, an initiative focused on reducing non-biodegradable waste, promoting responsible consumption, and building a sustainable workplace culture. The programme, launched in the last quarter of 2024, reflects the company’s belief that true success goes beyond profits—it includes protecting the planet for future
NADDC’s Director-General, Joseph Osanipin. The National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC) has trained over 15,000 technicians through its Mechatronics Programme for Tricycle and Motorcycle Repair and Maintenance. The initiative is aimed at closing Nigeria’s automotive skills gap, creating jobs, and preparing technicians for the future of mobility. At
Celebrity chef and Guinness World Record holder, Hilda Baci, has once again captured the spotlight by cooking the world’s largest pot of jollof rice. Known for her resilience and determination, Hilda’s second attempt at a world record proves her passion not only for food but also for inspiring Nigerians to dream big. The event, which […]
Education is a powerful tool for growth, and scholarships remain one of the best ways for Nigerians to pursue quality learning opportunities both locally and abroad. As deadlines approach, here are five key scholarships currently open that Nigerians should consider. Stanbic IBTC University Scholarship This scholarship supports undergraduate students across
South African star Tyla At the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs), South African star Tyla clinched the ‘Best Afrobeats’ award with her hit song Push 2 Start. She triumphed over Nigerian heavyweights like Burna Boy, Rema, Tems, Wizkid, and Asake. Though she lost in the ‘Best Choreography’ category, Tyla’s victory highlights the growing global […]
APM Terminals Apapa, Nigeria’s largest container terminal, has launched the Female Mechanic Technical Skills Programme, training 20 young women from its host communities in Lagos. The initiative, part of the company’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), aims to equip women with technical skills that can open doors to employment and entrepreneurship in the male-dominated
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu Since the removal of the fuel subsidy and due to other challenges such as high transportation costs, insecurity on major transport routes, and inflation, many Nigerians have been struggling with sharply rising food prices. Staples like rice, tomatoes, beans, oil, etc., have become increasingly unaffordable for large segments of the population.
The Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC) has taken a bold step to empower Nigerian entrepreneurs with export knowledge at the maiden edition of the Lagos Mainland Trade Fair. Senior Trade Officers, Nancy Okpa and Olamide Olatunde, trained vendors on step-by-step export procedures and highlighted the importance of meeting international standards. Exportation is a