Lagos, 05, Nigeria

States failed to execute 40% of capital expenditure – Fitch

Credit ratings company, Fitch, has said that state governments in Nigeria do not execute 40 per cent of the capital expenditure in their various budgets. This was disclosed in its latest Nigerian States Framework Report posted on the website of the global rat…

2024-11-26 00:10

Lawyer change stalls trial of engineer facing N40m fraud

The Federal High Court in Lagos has adjourned the trial of one Adeleke Adebesin and his company, Kings Intercontinental Properties Nigeria Limited, to  March 24, 2025, over an alleged N40m fraud and issuance of dud cheques. The adjournment followed the defend…

2024-11-25 23:45

UNILAG, OAU, CU win CFA contest

The University of Lagos has emerged winner in the Chartered Financial Analyst Society Nigeria ethics challenge. Obafemi Awolowo University, Osun State, and Covenant University, Ogun State won the second and third positions respectively. The CFA Society Nigeri…

2024-11-25 23:45

Não conseguia mais ver matarem pessoas sem que nada fosse feito: o homem que luta contra a caça às bruxas na Nigéria

Igwe tenta proteger os acusados de bruxaria contra linchamentos e abusos

2024-11-25 18:43

PCNGI engages Tuface, Basket Mouth, others to promote CNG

The Presidential Compressed Natural Gas Initiative has enlisted the services of popular Afrobeat artist Tuface Idibia, renowned comedian Basketmouth, lifestyle influencer Ola of Lagos, and Northern musician Rarara to promote and deepen the adoption of Compres…

2024-11-25 17:12

Ivory Coast all out for just seven runs in lowest men’s T20 International score

Previous lowest score was 10 runs, held jointly by Mongolia and the Isle of Man

2024-11-25 16:54

Netizens share shocking police encounters following Kemi Badenoch’s remarks

Shortly after British Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch shared comments about the Nigerian police on Saturday, netizens began recounting their experiences on Sunday. Badenoch, who has previously sparked controversy with her remarks about Nigeria, was as…

2024-12-15 13:09

Mr Nigeria's Samuel Nwajagu Wins Mister International 2024, Fights Back Emotions: "Well Deserved"

Mr Nigeria's Samuel Nwajagu has become the first African to be crowned Mister International 2024. Several Nigerians shared their excitement over his win.

2024-12-15 11:16

Leaders have duty to carry others along – Merit Healthcare MD, Lolu Ojo

The Managing Director of Merit Healthcare Limited, Dr Lolu Ojo, spoke to FAITH AJAYI about his career as a pharmacist and entrepreneur in Nigeria’s pharmaceutical industry What inspired you to pursue a career in pharmacy, and how did your early education shap…

2024-12-15 00:14

Weddings that dominated headlines

2024 has been a year of love for many Nigerian entertainers, with several high-profile weddings captivating fans. Sunday Scoop takes a look at the star-studded ceremonies that dominated headlines Veekee James and Femi Atere Popular fashion designer, Victoria …

2024-12-15 00:14