…Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund Manufacturing Programme, strengthening its commercial partnership with Nigeria. The eight-month programme, which ran from January to August and graduated its 2026 cohort in Lagos on Wednesday, targeted local agropreneurs, particularly youths and women, equipping them with skills in reg…

…Looking ahead, Onafowokan said policy consistency and political stability would be crucial to sustaining investor confidence, adding that stronger domestic investment would accelerate Nigeria’s industrialisation and long-term economic growth. “I am a strong believer in domestic direct investment because it shows local…

…and production of renewable energy equipment, reduce carbon emissions, strengthen financial inclusion through innovative digital financing platforms, and expand economic opportunities for women and young entrepreneurs. He added, “This initiative goes beyond electrification. It is an industrial policy. It is an employme…

…The agreement was signed on Thursday at the Canadian High Commission in Abuja by officials of both countries, with the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, represented by the Director of Air Transport Management, Mohammed Tijjani. The signing comes amid ongoing efforts by the Federal Governmen…

…Former presidential aide, Bashir Ahmad, and singer Davido engaged in a heated social media clash on Thursday evening, August 6, ahead of the August 15 Osun State governorship election. The feud began after Davido posted about witnessing a historic phone call from President Tinubu to his uncle, Governor Ademola Adeleke.…

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…surrounding how they were located and their current condition have not yet been officially disclosed. It was gathered that the captors freed the boys after ransom payment. by Linda Ikeji at 06/08/2026 8:59 PM | Share this Story

…his body after responding to a welfare check requested by concerned family members. Officials have not disclosed the cause of death, and an investigation is ongoing.Coulibaly had recently come under scrutiny over allegations that he operated a fraudulent e-commerce investment scheme in which professional athletes were…

…him on Father's Day last year by sharing throwback photos of him with Kai on social media.TMZ reported that it contacted Lanez's representatives for comment on the dismissal, but no response had been received at the time of publication. The dismissal means the divorce case is no longer active in court, while Lanez rema…

…the 30-year-old victim suffered 12 stab wounds, including injuries that left her with facial scarring and a collapsed lung. Sentencing him, Lord Cubie described the assault as “a sustained attack” on a “defenceless victim” and imposed a lifetime non-harassment order, banning Atutie from contacting his estranged wife. T…

…of the PDP, the All Progressives Congress, Labour Party, African Democratic Congress, Social Democratic Party, among other political parties and support groups. Oluyede, who lauded Ekiti PDP leaders, stakeholders and members for the confidence and trust reposed in him throughout the June 20 governorship election, urged…

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…Governor Ademola Adeleke has filed a ₦2 billion lawsuit against the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), challenging the agency's decision to freeze the state's Federal Statutory Allocation Account.The suit, filed before the Federal High Court in Abuja, names the EFCC, its Chairman and First Bank Nigeria Li…

…the couple has remained private about their relationship and has not issued any official statement confirming or denying the reports. Until either Zendaya or Holland publicly confirms the marriage, reports that they secretly wed earlier this year remain unverified. by Linda Ikeji at 06/08/2026 7:17 PM | Share this Stor…

The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has warned commercial transport operators still using illegal motor parks and roadside loading points in Abuja to relocate to approved bus terminals or risk having their vehicles seized. The Mandate Secretary of the FCTA Transportation Secretariat, Mr Chinedum Elechi,…

…used the location to project legitimacy for his fake agency to visitors, government officials and foreign diplomats. The ICPC chairman explained, “No Federal Government funds were approved or disbursed to the fake agency, and no security breach was found within the Presidency or the Central Bank of Nigeria.” He said, h…

…Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke to announce he was ordering the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to lift the freeze on the state's accounts. The EFCC froze the Osun State Government's bank accounts on August 5, 2026, just ten days before the state governorship election. President Tinubu released a pe…

…Tope Osoba has passed on. Tope di£d aged 40 and Nigerians have been mourning her on social media since the news was announced yesterday, August 5. Tope had battled breast cancer and survived. She returned to acting in 2025. Following her de@th, actress Nkechi Blessing Sunday has slammed those who did not support her wh…

…on their way home from an outing. Police officers were arrested for the extrajudicial k!llings and details of what happened that night were revealed as witnesses came forward. The case was in court for twelve years and the outcome was as shocking as the incident itself. THE NIGHT OF JUNE 7TH is coming to cinemas on Aug…

…Abia State Chapter, commend the Nigeria Police Force, the prosecution team, the judiciary, and all stakeholders whose commitment contributed to the successful prosecution of this matter. "We also acknowledge the courage of the child survivor and her parents throughout the process of seeking justice, despite the challen…

…management to pay their allowances. The workers, under the auspices of the National Association of Non-Teaching Staff of Nigerian Universities, FUTA branch, alleged that the institution had paid the allowances to members of staff who belonged to other associations on the campus but left them out. The angry workers, who…

…People of Biafra (IPOB, a proscribed organization, through the internet and your social media platforms, and thereby committed an offence contrary to and punishable under Section 13 of Terrorism (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, 2022.” Count Two read, “That you, Nwaogu Ihechimere Ezeakolam, adult, male, sometime 2025 a…

…Brodeur, president and CEO of Miss USA, didn't disclose what Boltinhouse wrote in the social media posts, but said that the brand "does not tolerate racism, homophobia, transphobia, nor language that strips any person of their dignity - whoever they are." "That is not a policy written for a press release," Brodeur said…

…Atiya, passes on Movie director Dimbo Atiya has passed on. His demise was announced on social media by actor, Mofe Duncan. Dimbo is a recipient of the AMVCA awards. He is famous for directing movies like Sons of Caliphate, Halita and many others. May his soul rest in peace, Amen. by Linda Ikeji at 06/08/2026 2:51 PM |…

Mexican social media influencer shot de@d while livestreaming A popular Mexican influencer has been shot de@d while doing a live stream on social media outside a restaurant in Sinaloa state. César Gastélum, who had nearly 600,000 followers on TikTok and was known for making comedy videos, was filming with two friends o…