Picture of Wizkid And Tems Nigerian Stars Dominate 2026 BET Awards Nominations Nigerian music continues its global rise as Wizkid, Asake, Burna Boy, and Tems earn major nominations at the 2026 BET Awards scheduled for June 28 in Los Angeles. The nominations
Nigerian Banks Race to Meet CBN Capital Requirements as Five Banks Face Regulatory Challenges Nigeria’s banking sector is currently undergoing one of its biggest financial reforms in years as the Central Bank of Nigeria pushes banks to meet new recapitalisation requirements aimed at strengthening the country’s financial system. The development has become a
Nigeria may soon witness another major industrial transformation as Dangote Industries Limited begins plans for a multi-billion-dollar deep seaport project at the Olokola Free Trade Zone in Ogun State. The proposed seaport, which will cover more than 10,000 hectares, is expected to improve trade, create jobs, boost exports, and support
Najeem Salaam, the governorship candidate of the African Democratic Congress for the August 15 Osun State election ADC Governorship Candidate Condemns Killing of Teacher by Suspected Bandits in Oyo State Najeem Salaam, the governorship candidate of the African Democratic Congress for the August 15 Osun State election, has condemned the brutal killing of a teacher
Nestlé Technical Training Initiative Opens More Opportunities for Nigerian Youths Nestlé Nigeria Plc has continued to strengthen youth empowerment and technical education in Nigeria through its Technical Training Initiative, with over ₦6 billion invested in vocational and industrial skill development over the last 15 years. The company recently celebrated the
Women-led organisations looking for long-term funding opportunities can benefit from the newly announced Sustainability Grant for Gender Equality Initiatives in Fiji. The programme is designed to support grassroots groups, women’s networks, and organisations working to improve the lives of women and marginalised communities. The grant provides flexible funding for
FirstBank Introduces Visa Signature and Naira Debit Cards First Bank of Nigeria, in partnership with Visa, has launched two new payment cards designed to improve digital banking and support Nigeria’s growing cashless economy. The newly introduced Visa Signature Card is targeted at premium customers, while the Naira Visa Debit Card is designed to give
Lagos Government Expands Archery Programme Across Secondary Schools The Lagos State Sports Commission has launched a new initiative aimed at introducing archery into public secondary schools across Lagos State as part of efforts to develop sporting talents from the grassroots. The programme, organised in partnership with the Lagos State Archery Association,
The Executive Secretary and CEO of National Sugar Development Council, Kamar Bakrin.Photo Credit: NSDC Nigeria’s Sugar Industry Could Become a Major Source of Jobs and Economic Growth The Executive Secretary and Chief Executive Officer of the National Sugar Development Council, Kamar Bakrin, has revealed that developing Nigeria’s sugar industry could create hundreds
Lagos State is preparing to host the maiden edition of the Lagos Entertainment Association Games and Awards (LEAGA) in September 2026, an event designed to combine sports, entertainment, culture, networking, and youth engagement on one major platform. Supported by the Lagos State Government through the Lagos State Sports Commission, LEAGA aims to create opportunities
















