Godwin Awaji-Iroso Abiodun. Photo Credit : Godwin’s Facebook Page Nigeria’s flag is flying high in Bangkok as Godwin Awaji-Iroso Abiodun, the current Misters of Nigeria 2025 winner, clinched the Best Physique award at the preliminary stage of the Mister Cosmopolitan 2025 competition. The
Nigerian superstar Wizkid Nigerian superstar Wizkid is confirmed to headline the CANEX 2025 Mega Concert in Algeria on Friday, September 5, 2025, as announced by the event organisers on September 2. The concert is part of the Creative Africa Nexus (CANEX) exhibition, which showcases national defence and security industries alongside rich cultural performances,
President Bola Tinubu President Bola Tinubu has directed that all Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) must implement compulsory health insurance in line with the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) Act, 2022. This move is aimed at improving access to healthcare and ensuring Nigerians are better protected against health-related financial burdens. What
Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has distributed 300 specially designed motorbikes to security agencies across the state to boost patrols in hard-to-reach areas, particularly forest zones where criminal activities like kidnapping often occur. The handover ceremony took place at the Government House in Benin City and was
The Founder of FinTribe, Jennifer Awirigwe FinTribe, a women-led financial empowerment platform founded in Lagos by Jennifer Awirigwe in 2021, has become one of Africa’s largest movements for women in wealth creation. The platform has already supported over 500,000 women across 35 countries, helping them save, invest, and build long-term assets. Awirigwe’s vision was
Cultural Experience Lagos will play host to Entertainment Week Africa (EWA) 2025 from November 18 to 23, 2025, creating a platform for African creatives to connect with global investors, industry leaders, and policymakers. Formerly known as Entertainment Week Lagos, the event has expanded its reach to highlight Africa’s growing creative economy across music, film,
The Nigerian Communications Satellite Limited (NIGCOMSAT) has successfully connected about 200 rural communities to the internet over the past eight months, marking a significant step toward bridging Nigeria’s digital divide. This initiative targets hard-to-reach areas to ensure that all Nigerians, regardless of location, can access reliable connectivity. The
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 the Plant Director, Azad Nawabuddin, the decision to include Oworo communities,
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