Author: Joy Ananias

Parallex Bank has teamed up with the Committee of Wives of Lagos State Officials (COWLSO) to launch a major empowerment initiative in celebration of COWLSO’s silver jubilee. The project focuses on promoting financial independence, entrepreneurship, and capacity-building for women and young people in Lagos State. At the anniversary event hosted at the First Lady’s office, Parallex Bank donated 100 Point of Sales (POS) machines,provided seed funding, and organized a financial literacy class for participants. These interventions aim to give beneficiaries both the tools and knowledge required to build sustainable businesses. Speaking at the event, Mr Frank Alarapon, Chief Digital Officer…

Boiled eggs are one of the simplest yet most nutritious foods you can add to your daily diet. Packed with essential vitamins, minerals, and protein, they provide a wide range of health benefits that support overall wellness. Eating them regularly not only fuels your body but also helps prevent several health issues. One of the biggest advantages of boiled eggs is their high protein content. Each egg contains about six grams of protein, which helps build and repair muscles. This makes them an excellent choice for athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone aiming to maintain a strong body. Alongside protein, they…

Nigeria’s Super Eagles have dropped to 45th in the latest FIFA Men’s World Rankings. Equaling their lowest decline in six years. The slip from 44th to 45th marks their worst global ranking since June 2019, when they also occupied the same spot, just above their 46th-place low recorded in February that year.The decline leaves Nigeria outside the world’s top 40 and still in sixth place on the African chart, trailing Morocco, Senegal, Egypt, Algeria, and Ivory Coast. FIFA explained that the latest update considered over 200 international fixtures, with Nigeria’s inconsistent results heavily influencing their slide. During the review period,…

D’Tigers, Nigeria’s senior men’s basketball team, have slipped to 53rd in the latest FIBA world rankings, falling 11 places from their previous 42nd position in March 2025. The new update comes after a busy summer of international basketball, including the recently concluded AfroBasket 2025 tournament in Angola. Despite reaching the quarter-finals of AfroBasket, Nigeria’s performance was not enough to maintain their global standing. The former African champions also dropped on the continental chart, sliding from sixth to eighth with 248.7 points, down from 297.8 earlier in the year. Alongside Nigeria, Morocco, Tunisia, Virgin Islands, and Kosovo were among the biggest…

Nigerian content creators to shift their focus from chasing viral numbers to building loyal communities through research-driven and meaningful content. The call came at the Nigeria Electronic Media Content Exhibitions and Awards (NEMCEA) 2025, held recently in Lagos. During a panel session titled “Capturing Attention in a Crowded World: Building Strong Communities and Crafting Engaging, Interactive Experiences,” experts stressed that long-term success in the media industry depends on authenticity, consistency, and audience engagement rather than fleeting viral hits. Afanide Uwem, Managing Director/CEO of All Seasons Zenith Nigeria, identified lack of research as a major weakness among many creators. He noted…

Kenya Airways has complied with the sanction imposed by the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA). Settling a penalty linked to consumer rights violations, including the high-profile case of Nigerian passenger Gloria Omisore. The airline paid the fine on September 17, 2025, six months after the sanction was announced.Confirming the development. NCAA’s Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Michael Achimugu, stated that the payment followed several meetings involving the Kenyan High Commission in Nigeria, Jomo Kenyatta International Airport officials, and the airline’s representatives. While acknowledging the settlement, he emphasized that the payment did not close the case. As the timeframe…

Nigerian singer and songwriter Spyro, widely celebrated for his hit track Who’s Your Guy, has officially revealed that he is off the market. On September 19, 2025, the talented artist took to Instagram to announce his engagement to his longtime partner, Janet Atom. The romantic news came with beautiful photos capturing the proposal moment. In a heartfelt caption, Spyro opened up about their love journey. He shared that their paths first crossed on March 30, 2024, in a Lagos nightclub while he was working. According to him, that night marked the beginning of a new chapter in his life. “At…

The death toll from the tragic fire outbreak at Afriland Towers, a six-storey commercial complex on Broad Street, Lagos Island, has climbed to ten. Fresh confirmation on Thursday revealed that six employees of United Capital Plc, a leading financial and investment services firm, lost their lives in the incident. The confirmation came just hours after the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) announced that four of its staff members also perished in the inferno on Wednesday evening. According to eyewitnesses, the fire reportedly ignited in the inverter room located in the basement around 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Thick smoke quickly engulfed…

The Schneider Electric Foundation has boosted technical education in Lagos by donating industry-specific training equipment to three state-owned technical colleges. The initiative reinforces the foundation’s commitment to empowering young people with skills for the energy and industrial sectors. Through the Lagos State Technical and Vocational Education Board (LASTVEB), Government Technical College Agidingbi, Government Technical College Ikotun, and Government Technical College Ikorodu each received customised didactic benches. The equipment including domestic wiring and industrial motor starter benches mirrors real-world technology used in the energy industry, giving students hands-on experience beyond the classroom. This donation aligns with Schneider Electric’s global ambition to…

Christiana Okenla takes position as seventh president and third female leader of Rotary Club of Lekki Golden, District 9112. Her investiture ceremony, held in Lagos, gathered more than 250 Rotarians, dignitaries, and guests under the inspiring theme “One World. One Community.” President Okenla officially assumed office in alignment with Rotary International’s 2025–2026 global theme, “Unite for Good.” Distinguished attendees included Past District Governors Asiwaju Dr. Michael Olawale-Cole, Omotunde Lawson, and Past Assistant Governor Kayode Aderinokun. One of the ceremony’s highlights was the induction of 25 new members. The club’s largest membership expansion in recent years. District Governor Lanre Adedoyin praised…