…cement companies mapped out strategies for achieving net-zero emissions and promoting sustainable growth across the cement and concrete value chain. The two-day summit focused on key industry priorities, including low-carbon construction, climate policy, financing for decarbonisation and the deployment of innovative te…

…Securities Clearing System (CSCS) and other market stakeholders. These reforms have focused on strengthening investor protection, enhancing market transparency, improving operational efficiency, modernising post-trade infrastructure and aligning Nigeria's market with international standards. According to the Director-G…

…petrol despite fears of pressure from a renewed hostility in the Middle-east war between US and Iran, the main source of previous pump price increases. In Lagos, African Terminal increased its diesel loading price by N50 per litre to N1,500 per a litre, with Gulftreasure, Ibachem, Ibeto and T.Time also selling at N1,50…

…production companies, has concluded an arrangement to train100 young Nigerians in industry related skills, screen and live event production as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility, CSR. This is coming following the launch of the MSS Event Tech Academy, a 10-week hybrid training, mentorship, and business programm…

Planet has added a new taste to its lineup with the launch of Planet Berries, a bright, berry-flavoured carbonated soft drink now available in a 35cl PET bottle. Planet Berries joins Orange, Cocktail and Apple to bring the range to four flavours, giving consumers a fresh new choice for the moments they share. Guided by…

House of assemblies to pass state police bill simultaneously Governors across Nigeria's 36 states have agreed to ensure the State Police Bill is passed simultaneously by their respective Houses of Assembly once it is transmitted by the National Assembly, Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun has said.Abiodun said the coordi…

…injuries, she was not taken to hospital for treatment. Wade was initially arrested on suspicion of felony domestic violence, criminal threats and false imprisonment. Authorities also issued an emergency protective order following the incident. He was later released from custody after posting a $50,000 bond.Police call…

…admitted it should have informed him in advance that his credibility and previous criticism of President Tinubu would be a major focus of the interview.According to Bwala, he rejected the private apology and demanded that it be made public. "They apologised to me privately. I said they should put it on social media. Th…

World War 3 fears as Putin 'set to launch huge mobilisation in months' Russian President Vladimir Putin could launch a new large-scale mobilisation of troops within months as Ukraine continues to intensify attacks on Russia's military and energy infrastructure, according to Czech President Petr Pavel.Speaking to The Te…

…to steal it.Staff at Elegance Jewellers said the incident occurred in June 2025 after a customer spent about two hours viewing engagement rings before one of the pieces suddenly went missing.According to the store's management, the customer had been shown three rings, including a princess-cut diamond engagement ring va…

…Norway's national football team has criticised FIFA after being forced to change hotels just days before their FIFA World Cup quarter-final against England.The Norwegian squad arrived in Miami on Monday, July 6, and was initially accommodated at The Dalmar hotel in Fort Lauderdale, a venue arranged by FIFA for particip…

…and investors closely monitor foreign exchange liquidity and the level of demand for the US dollar. Meanwhile, activity in the parallel market, commonly referred to as the black market, showed the dollar exchanging at around ₦1,410. However, the exact rate differed slightly depending on the location and individual curr…

…further advised men to pay attention to red flags, claiming that women who constantly use words like "Dracula," "Olodo uprising" and "pick me" may not be the right partners. She also criticised some women who publicly describe themselves as independent, alleging that many still rely on other men behind the scenes. "The…

…shared how staff members overwhelmingly rejected a high-performing corps member because of her attitude. According to the account, two female NYSC corps members are currently serving in the same office, with management preparing to retain only one after their service year. The decision prompted the company’s HR departm…

…'Building Nigeria's Solid Minerals Future: The Power of Academia, Government and Industry in Partnership', delivered at the University of Lagos' maiden Faculty of Physical and Earth Sciences Annual Lecture Series. She said all these were achieved under the Federal Government's roadmap to triple Nigeria's solid minerals…

…activities but feared spending the money on what they believed would be a losing cause. "You journalists are usually good at predicting elections," one of them said. "Help us decide what to do." My response was candid. I told them that, in my assessment, it would be extremely difficult for the PDP to defeat APGA unless…

The Mount Rushmore National Memorial, South Dakota, is a 1,278-acre or 517-hectare tract seized from the Sioux Nation of India. Into its mountain face are sculpted the 18-metre or 60-foot-high figures of four former United States (US) Presidents. They feature founding President George Washington, main drafter of the Ju…

…Nigerian Nollywood comedy-drama movie on the life a man trying to survive doing various jobs while dealing with a cantankerous wife, until a rich woman enters his life and everything went topsy-turvy. I also think that movie title was inspired by a novel written by Anezi Okoro, a professor of skin diseases, titled One…

…raid of senior Adeyemi's home to the public. He had said: "Police have now stormed the house of the parents of Prince Adeniyi Adeyemi, Plot 3, Adeniyi Dynasty, behind Technical College, Road Safety Area, Ogbomoso. "The father has been arrested. There is no legal basis for substituted arrests. The young man has promised…

The acting director of the MUSON School of Music, Emeka Nwodike, conducted the institution's graduating class in a grand finale performance, bringing the 2026 graduation concert to a memorable close. The concert took place on July 7 at the Shell Hall of the MUSON Centre, Onikan, Lagos. The event celebrated students who…

…and support of their own parents. “What did I hear you say? Wait a minute, what did you just say? That marriage is not an achievement? Bearing children is not an achievement? Is that what you’re saying? But your parents had you. You are proud of your parents. Every week you visit home to see your parents. You go home t…

…and Benin-Egbin 330kV transmission lines, resulting in load shedding across some of its business units. In Lagos, communities affected by the disruption include Chevy View Estate, Chevron Drive, Agungi, Alpha Beach, Ikate, Elegushi, Carlton Gate, Kusenla, Victory Park Estate, Oniru, Maroko, Muri Okunola, Ajose Adeogun,…

...S&P Dow Jones places market on watchlist for Frontier status The Nigerian stock market has rerouted into its explosive trajectory, surging to the forefront of global equity markets in dollar terms. While frontier and emerging markets are notoriously volatile, Nigeria's ability to outpace a heavy-hitting tech hub lik…

…the Pretty Serpent (2020), which grossed approximately N50.05 million, among others. Just like Agbara Nla, the intellectual property (IP) and production rights for Domitilla: The Reboot belong to veteran filmmaker Zeb Ejiro, who produced the original 1996 classic and partnered with FilmOne Entertainment and Film Trybe…

…Hajiya Huriyya Dauda Lawal, has called for a multi-sectoral alliance to combat drug abuse and illicit trafficking, saying the escalating threat requires innovative policies and coordinated action. Speaking in Gusau during the 2026 commemoration of the International Day Against Drug […] The post Drug abuse threat requir…