By Ayomide Otitoju Pope Leo XIV marked the first anniversary of his election as head of the Catholic Church on Friday with a visit to southern Italy, where he described himself as “blessed” amid growing global attention on his leadership. The 70-year-old pontiff travelled to the city of Pompeii to visit the Sanctuary of the…
By Dr. Isah Abu and Ayomide Otitoju Fresh efforts to link former Chief Investment Officer of the NNPC Upstream Investment Management Services (NUIMS), Dr. Bala Wunti, to the ongoing “₦210 trillion Senate probe” controversy have sparked renewed debate over the spread of misinformation in Nigeria’s political space. The allegations, circulating across some media and political…
By Ayomide Otitoju he camp of Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe has dismissed media reports claiming that the minister-designate promised to fix Nigeria’s power grid within three months, describing the reports as inaccurate and a misrepresentation of his remarks during his Senate screening. In a statement issued following his screening before the Nigerian Senate on May 6,…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Lagos State Ministry of Health has intensified efforts to eliminate malaria following a significant decline in malaria prevalence to below two per cent in the state. The renewed commitment was highlighted during a symposium organised to commemorate the 2026 World Malaria Day at the Adeyemi Bero Auditorium in Lagos, with the…
By Ayomide Otitoju JMG Limited has strengthened its position in Nigeria’s industrial, retail, and logistics sectors through a series of major engineering and infrastructure projects delivered in the first quarter of 2026. The integrated electromechanical solutions company said the projects, spanning manufacturing, retail operations, and nationwide distribution, reflect its strategy of developing interconnected systems designed…
By Ayomide Otitoju NNPC Retail Limited’s widely anticipated Oleum Scratch & Win Promotion has officially ended, with Port Harcourt resident Uroko Chidera Samson emerging as the grand prize winner of a brand-new GAC Gas Sport Utility Vehicle. The campaign, launched on December 20, 2025, drew to a close on April 22, 2026, after captivating more…
By Ayomide Otitoju A groundbreaking ceremony has been held for the future Mbanza Congo Centrality in Angola’s Zaire Province, marking a new phase in the country’s push for integrated urban development and improved housing delivery. The project, located in the historic city of Mbanza Congo—a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a key symbol of national…
By Ayomide Otitoju Zenith Bank Plc has announced the appointment of Mustafa Bello as Chairman of its Board of Directors, following approval by the Central Bank of Nigeria and ratification by shareholders at the bank’s Annual General Meeting held on May 5, 2026. The appointment takes immediate effect and is expected to strengthen board continuity,…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Oyo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has congratulated Chief Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe on his nomination as Minister of Power, describing the appointment as well-deserved and timely amid ongoing efforts to reform Nigeria’s energy sector. In a statement signed by State Chairman Chief Moses Adeyemo Alake and State Secretary…
