Author: Ayobami Ogungbemi

The Lagos State Government has empowered 1,700 women with working tools under its Micro Enterprise Support Initiative, reaffirming its commitment to women’s empowerment and economic independence. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, represented by his wife, Dr. Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, made this known during the second phase of the Y2025 programme, organised by the Ministry of Women Affairs and Poverty Alleviation (WAPA) at Blue Roof, Alausa, Ikeja. Lagos State’s Commitment to Women Empowerment According to the governor, the initiative reflects the state’s resolve to create an enabling environment where women can thrive, enjoy equal opportunities, and become self-reliant. “One of my greatest passions as…

Nasarawa State Governor, Abdullahi Sule, has expressed concern over the low turnout of residents in the ongoing Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise conducted by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). Speaking during the official flag-off of the All Progressives Congress (APC) grassroots sensitisation and voter education campaign in Lafia, Governor Sule—represented by his Deputy, Emmanuel Akabe—said data from INEC showed that Nasarawa ranks among states with the lowest registration figures. Call for Grassroots Mobilisation The Governor urged APC leaders, members, and community influencers to intensify efforts at the grassroots by sensitising residents across all wards and polling units. He emphasized…

Daniel Bwala, Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Policy Communication, has withdrawn his controversial remark describing Lagos as a “no-man’s land.” The comment, made during an interview on Arise Television, had sparked widespread criticism. In a statement on his X handle, Bwala clarified that Lagos is historically, culturally, and constitutionally the land of the Yoruba people, stressing that its identity has “never been in contention.” He emphasized that while Lagos remains Nigeria’s foremost commercial hub and a cosmopolitan city, its Yoruba heritage is settled and indisputable. Bwala compared Lagos to global economic centres like New York, Paris, and London,…

Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, has revealed that his multibillion-dollar fortune was not inherited but self-made. Speaking in a resurfaced interview originally uploaded by Bloomberg in January 2020, the Nigerian billionaire stressed that his empire was built “from scratch,” driven by vision and determination rather than family wealth. Dangote’s Family Background Dangote comes from the renowned Dantata family. His late great-grandfather was considered the richest man in West Africa in the 1940s, while his grandfather was also among Nigeria’s wealthiest men. His father was “fairly rich,” combining success in business and politics. Despite this background, Dangote emphasized that he deliberately…

The UK government has issued a stern warning to tens of thousands of international students: leave the country when your visa expires or risk deportation. According to the BBC, the Home Office has launched a new campaign after recording an “alarming” increase in students attempting to remain in the UK by claiming asylum. For the first time, students are being contacted directly via text and email with messages stressing, “If you have no legal right to remain in the UK, you must leave. If you don’t, we will remove you.” Home Office data shows that around 16,000 asylum applications in…

A fire has destroyed the radio studio of Ajayi Crowther University in Oyo State. The incident led to the loss of property and equipment worth millions of naira. Cause of the Fire The fire started on Monday inside the campus. Reports say it was caused by an electrical surge from the air-conditioning system. The flames spread quickly before help arrived. Fire Service Response Chairman of the Oyo State Fire Service, Maroof Akinwande, confirmed the incident. He said firefighters led by PFS 11 Makinde rushed to the scene. “The studio was already in flames and smoke. Our team stopped the fire…

The 2025 summer transfer window was a busy one for Nigerian footballers across Europe and beyond. From blockbuster signings in top leagues to strategic moves for more playing time, Super Eagles stars and rising prospects grabbed headlines. The women’s game also witnessed big shifts, with Asisat Oshoala leading the charge. Victor Osimhen Makes Turkish Football History The biggest story of the window was Victor Osimhen’s record-breaking transfer from Napoli to Galatasaray for €75 million. The deal not only made Osimhen the most expensive signing in Turkish football history but also reaffirmed his reputation as one of Africa’s brightest football exports.…

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has been thrown into mourning following the death of its pioneer Head of the Civil Service, Mrs. Grace Adayilo, who passed away in the early hours of Monday, September 1, 2025. A Trailblazing Career in Public Service Grace Adayilo made history on October 6, 2024, when President Bola Tinubu approved her appointment as the first-ever Head of Service of the FCT. Her appointment was groundbreaking, not only because she was the pioneer occupant of the position but also because she was the first female Head of Service in the FCT’s history. Before her historic elevation,…

Manchester City are closing in on a sensational deadline-day signing of Italian goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma from Paris Saint-Germain in a deal worth €35 million ($41m). Donnarumma to Manchester City: A Deadline-Day Shock Manchester City are on the verge of completing a dramatic transfer as Gianluigi Donnarumma, 26, prepares to swap Ligue 1 champions Paris Saint-Germain for the Premier League. According to reports, the two clubs have reached an agreement, with the Italian international set to move for a fee of €35 million. The move comes just one season after Donnarumma played a key role in helping PSG lift the UEFA…

The Federal Government has restated its commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s health financing system as part of efforts to achieve Universal Health Coverage (UHC). Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Iziaq Salako, made this known on Monday in Abuja during the National Health Financing Policy Dialogue. Salako emphasized that the dialogue was key to shaping Nigeria’s healthcare future, noting the government’s focus on sustainable and innovative financing models. He highlighted the steady increase in health allocations, from ₦434 billion in 2018 to ₦2.4 trillion in 2024, representing 5.18% of the federal budget. Additionally, the National Assembly approved ₦300…