Author: Joy Ananias

Women’s menstrual hygiene plays a vital role in health, comfort, and daily productivity. Menstruation is a natural biological process experienced by millions of women worldwide. Therefore, proper menstrual hygiene supports physical wellbeing and emotional confidence. Access to safe menstrual products remains essential for managing periods comfortably. These products include sanitary pads, tampons, menstrual cups, and reusable cloth pads. Choosing the right product depends on lifestyle, comfort, and personal preference. Additionally, quality products help prevent infections and skin irritation. Good menstrual care also involves regular changing of sanitary products. Experts recommend changing pads or tampons every four to six hours. Furthermore,…

Moniepoint Inc. has disclosed that it disbursed over ₦1 trillion in credit to small and medium-sized enterprises in 2025. The fintech firm revealed this milestone in its 2025 Year in Review report. The funding supported thousands of businesses, including retailers, supermarkets, and building material sellers. According to Moniepoint, beneficiary businesses recorded average growth exceeding 36 percent after accessing funding. This outcome highlights credit access as a strong driver of SME expansion and shared economic prosperity. The company explained that it relies on alternative data to improve financial inclusion. These data points include transaction history, business behaviour, and payment patterns. In…

The Shipowners Association of Nigeria (SOAN) has called for improved funding to boost local operators. President Sunny Eja stated that access to the Cabotage Vessel Financing Fund (CVFF) will strengthen competitiveness. He made the remarks during the official launch of the CVFF application portal by NIMASA. Eja described the portal launch as a milestone reflecting transparency, accountability, and ease of access. He emphasised that vessels are vital assets supporting maritime trade, job creation, and economic growth. Improved CVFF access will enable Nigerian operators to acquire modern vessels and expand their fleets. This will create jobs for seafarers, enhance local content,…

The National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA) is strengthening private sector collaboration to improve efficiency. Acting Managing Director Yusuf Girei disclosed this during a meeting in Abuja with Fatima Mahmood, the Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy. The discussion focused on boosting safety awareness and enhancing service delivery across Nigeria’s inland waterways. Girei explained NIWA’s operations, core mandate, vision, mission, and notable achievements to Mahmood. He emphasised the agency’s efforts to align initiatives with President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda. According to Girei, private sector partnerships are vital for unlocking inland waterways’ economic potential. NIWA continues…

BBNaija star Imisioluwa has turned heads with a stunning photo shoot to celebrate her birthday. The reality TV star embraced vibrant colors and chic outfits, showcasing her unique fashion sense.Fans quickly reacted, flooding social media with birthday wishes and praise for her creativity. Imisi’s birthday photo shoot captures her personality, elegance, and fun-loving energy perfectly.Each photo highlights her confidence, making it clear why she continues to attract fans online. The shoot was shared across Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok, boosting engagement with her growing audience.Her followers loved the mix of casual and glamorous looks, which reflected her versatile style. In addition…

Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq’s administration aims to boost industrialisation and expand the state’s manufacturing capacity. Kwara State has attracted two major Chinese-backed investments worth approximately $35 million in 2026.The projects include a $20 million lithium processing factory and a $15 million pharmaceutical plant. Both investments are driven by ER-KANG Company Limited, a prominent Chinese industrial firm.The lithium processing factory is now complete and has officially started operations in the state. Sun Qing Rong, ER-KANG’s team lead, explained that the factory converts lithium into finished materials locally.This strategy aligns with the state government’s focus on value addition and industrial growth. The lithium…

Serena Williams has sparked fresh debate about a possible return to professional tennis in 2026. The 23-time Grand Slam champion recently avoided giving a clear answer about a comeback. Instead, she said she is open to seeing how things unfold with time. Williams, now 44, last played competitively at the 2022 US Open. She exited in the third round after a hard-fought match. However, speculation grew after she quietly rejoined the tennis anti-doping testing pool. This move immediately fueled conversations across the global tennis community. Although she denied any confirmed plans, she did not shut the door completely. She explained…

Gbafebo Rhodes-Vivour, former Labour Party gubernatorial candidate, has condemned the ongoing demolition of homes in Makoko. He described the exercise as an unlawful land grab disguised as a safety measure.Thousands of families have reportedly been violently evicted from the century-old waterfront community. Rhodes-Vivour questioned the Lagos State Government’s claim that evictions were necessary due to high-tension power lines. He noted that private developers are already advertising luxury buildings on the same land at N150,000 per square metre. He argued this could generate over N101 billion, highlighting a profit driven motive behind the demolitions. The government maintains that the demolition is…

Nigerian singer Chike Ezekpeazu Osebuka is celebrating his birthday today, marking another year in his music journey. Born on January 28, 1993, Chike is widely known for his soulful voice and emotive songwriting. Fans have taken to social media to send birthday wishes and celebrate Chike’s impact on the Nigerian music scene. Many posts highlight his influence and artistic growth since rising to fame as a contestant on The Voice Nigeria. Chike first gained attention in 2015 on Project Fame West Africa and later placed second on The Voice Nigeria. He has since become a respected singer, songwriter, and occasional…

Nigerian singer Simi marked the birthday of her husband, fellow artist Adekunle Gold, with a heartfelt tribute on Instagram. On January 28, she shared warm words celebrating her husband and their life together. In her caption, Simi affectionately referred to him with loving titles and reminded him how deeply cherished he is by their family. Alongside her message, Simi posted a sweet video of their daughter Deja reciting a poem for her father. The clip underscored the close bond within the family and added an emotional touch to the celebration. Fans reacted enthusiastically in the comments, sending birthday wishes and…