By Ayomide Otitoju The World Health Organization has warned that ongoing conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo is severely hampering efforts to contain a deadly Ebola outbreak. WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said insecurity in eastern DRC is accelerating the spread of the disease, noting that response efforts in Ituri province are being outpaced…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Federal High Court in Abuja has fixed July 6, 2026, for judgment in the forfeiture suit filed by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) against 57 properties linked to former Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami. The EFCC is seeking the final forfeiture of the properties, alleging that they are…
By Ayomide Otitoju Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has emerged as the presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) after winning the party’s primary election. The party announced that Atiku secured 1,846,370 votes to defeat his closest rival, Rotimi Amaechi, who polled 504,117 votes. More details later.
By Ayomide Otitoju Rite Foods Limited has extended greetings to Muslim faithful in Nigeria and across the world as they celebrate Eid al-Kabir, urging Nigerians to embrace the values of sacrifice, gratitude, love, and unity associated with the Islamic festival. The company said Eid al-Kabir, which commemorates the obedience and steadfast faith of Prophet Ibrahim,…
By Ayomide Otitoju Promasidor Nigeria has donated a water tower and borehole system to the palace of the Osolo of Isolo Kingdom in Lagos as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives aimed at supporting sustainable community development. The project was commissioned on Thursday, May 21, 2026, by the Chief Executive Officer of Promasidor…
By Ayomide Otitoju Alhaji Saadu Yusuf ,Dandare Gulma , Chairman Arewa community APC Lagos State has described Eid-el-Kabir as a divinely sanctioned Islamic festival that promotes sacrifice, obedience, and unity among Muslims. Speaking on the significance of the celebration, Saadu said the festival commemorates Prophet Ibrahim’s act of devotion and the practice of animal sacrifice,…
By Moyinoluwa Ojegbade As Nigeria marked this year’s Children’s Day celebration, many parents and guardians across Lagos organised family activities and outings to create memorable experiences for their children and grandchildren. Speaking on how she planned to celebrate the day, Mrs. Akinbo Kate said she intended to take her children to Bokku Mart to buy…
By Ayomide Otitoju Lagos Secretariat Community Central Mosque on Wednesday for Eid-el-Kabir prayers, offering supplications for peace, national unity, and economic recovery as part of activities marking the Islamic festival. At the Central Mosque, worshippers joined clerics and Islamic leaders in prayers and thanksgiving, expressing gratitude to God for the strength to complete the Ramadan…
By Ayomide otitoju Zenith Bank Plc has reaffirmed its commitment to child development, saying its Children’s Day activities reflect a broader mission to equip young Nigerians with the skills, values, and opportunities needed to become future leaders. The bank said it has expanded investments across education, financial literacy, healthcare, digital inclusion, and social protection as…
