By Ayomide Otitoju Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has urged state governors across Nigeria to strengthen and empower their Internal Revenue Services to boost internally generated revenue (IGR) for sustainable development. Sanwo-Olu made the call on Wednesday while receiving members of the Joint Revenue Board at Lagos House, Marina, during a courtesy visit to…
By Ayomide Otitoju With 50 days remaining to the kickoff of the FIFA World Cup 2026, organisers and partners are ramping up efforts to provide premium access to one of football’s most anticipated global tournaments.On Location, FIFA’s appointed official hospitality provider, has confirmed the appointment of Integral as the exclusive sales agent for its hospitality…
By Ayomide Otitoju A branding and communications expert, Ememobong Udofot E., has cautioned businesses against equating visibility with growth, describing the assumption as a costly misconception that can undermine long-term success.In an analysis titled “The Visibility Trap,” Udofot argued that while visibility enhances market presence through campaigns, partnerships, and media exposure, it does not automatically…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has confirmed the killing of several terrorists following precision air strikes on the Yuwe axis of the Sambisa Forest in Nigeria’s North-East region. NAF spokesperson, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, disclosed in a statement on Tuesday that the operation was carried out after sustained pressure on terrorist elements,…
By Ayomide Otitoju Pope Leo XIV is set to begin the final leg of his African tour on Tuesday with a visit to Equatorial Guinea, where his increasingly outspoken stance on human rights is expected to draw close attention in one of the continent’s most tightly controlled states. The US-born pontiff arrives after a three-day…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has released the results of candidates who sat for the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) on April 20. JAMB spokesperson, Fabian Benjamin, announced the development in a post on his X handle on Tuesday, noting that candidates can now access their results through the…
By Ayomide Otitoju A fresh case of COVID-19 has been confirmed in Cross River State, prompting renewed surveillance and contact tracing efforts by the state government. The Cross River State Ministry of Health has begun profiling individuals who may have come into contact with a Chinese national admitted after testing positive for the virus. The…
By Ayomide Otitoju Organisers have announced plans for “The Gathering on 100,” a multi-activity event featuring 100 hours of continuous entertainment and lifestyle experiences. The event, which kicks off on Wednesday, April 22, will run through Sunday, April 26 at the National Stadium Surulere. According to the organisers, the programme will feature a wide range…
By Ayomide Otitoju MTN Nigeria has attained two major international certifications—ISO/IEC 20000 for IT Service Management Systems and ISO/IEC 38500:2024 for IT Governance Management Systems—reinforcing its commitment to delivering reliable, high-quality technology services. The ISO/IEC 20000 certification, regarded as a global benchmark for excellence in IT service delivery and management, validates the company’s governance framework,…
