Nigerian socialite and chairman of National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), Lagos chapter, Musiliu Ayinde Akinsanya, known as MC Oluomo, published and launched a book in 2021. The book chronicled his life, highlighting his life till he became the NURTW Chairman. Titled My Service to Humanity, the book swept everyone off their feet, and...
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There are many instances when Nigerians assume negativity is a Nigerian phenomenon. The tweet above encapsulates all we may be trying to say, but there’s more. Nigeria is a prosperous country, and Nigeria gets to the end as far as difference goes. There are vast differences in languages and cultures with many ethnic groups, ideas,...
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Daily online usage plays a significant role in the everyday lives of consumers worldwide. The internet has changed the way humans interact and reshaped traditional communications media such as film, television, music, and telephone. The emergence of new digital technologies and websites have accelerated forms of human interaction through online forums, instant messaging, and social...
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Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the five top news stories you shouldn’t miss: Nigeria records 32 Lassa fever deaths in three weeks At least 32 people have died of Lassa fever within the first three weeks of 2022, according to the situation report released by the Nigeria Centre for Disease...
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The history of internet fraud goes back to the 80s or earlier. It used to be called the ‘Nigerian Prince’ scam and eventually became a stereotype. “You are a Nigerian? You must be a scam.” This affects Nigeria such that a Nigerian company looking to expand out of Nigeria may have to establish a branch...
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Admit it or deny it, using wokeness and changes in human society as the yardstick. Still, we must agree that the family is the fundamental building block of human society, especially one that wants to look like a utopia. Many Nigerians do not understand all about the effects of family life on misdemeanour and crime....
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Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the five top news stories you shouldn’t miss: Senate passes Health Emergency Bill Nigeria’s Senate has passed the National Health Emergency Bill which seeks to provide a national framework for the control of outbreaks of infectious diseases in Nigeria. The bill was passed Thursday, after the...
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All Progressives Congress chieftain, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has travelled out of Nigeria weeks after declaring his intention to contest the 2023 presidential election, ThisDay reports. This is coming less than four months after Tinubu returned to Nigeria from a three-month medical trip to the UK. He was said to have undergone knee surgery and “rigorous post-surgery physiotherapy”....
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The current governor of Lagos, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, seems to be more vested in the presidential ambition of former governor, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, as he drums support for him. At the same time, uncertainty surrounds his second term ambition. “I believe we are doing a very good job. I will let the people decide. The citizens...
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Premium tea label Lipton hosted a “Sip and Paint” event on Friday, January 21, 2022, at Tree House Garden, Lagos. The event, which was geared towards encouraging tea consumption and building awareness around the newest addition to its product line, was hosted by radio personality and presenter, Kaylah Oniwo. Commenting on the event, Asst. Brand...
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Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the five top news stories you shouldn’t miss: Reps committee adopts bill seeking to confer citizenship on foreigners married to Nigerian women The 1999 Constitution committee of the House of Representatives has adopted the bill seeking to confer citizenship rights on foreigners married to Nigerian women....
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As the show inches closer to the coveted prize of N12.5 million worth of scholarships, more contestants in the InterswitchSPAK 3.0 National Science Competition filed out to vie for a spot on the semi-finals stage of the competition. On December 11, 2021, the fifth episode of the TV show began with another set of 9...
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Eight-year-old author, Mofifunoluwa Atilola recently launched her first book titled, ‘Elena in the Woods’ at a public presentation held at the Nike Art Gallery, Lekki, Lagos. According to Atilola — a skillful pianist and tennis player herself — this artistic work of fiction was written to motivate children of her age to nurture their creativity....
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#ThursdayTalks is a monthly conversation with thought leaders, change agents, and active citizens, focusing on good governance, citizen representation, human rights, and effective service delivery in Nigeria. It is organised by EiE Nigeria and BudgIT, with full media support from The Cable Nigeria. This month’s edition themed ‘Twitter Ban Lift in Nigeria: to what end?’...
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Immigration is an age-long conversation. Humanity has been on the move and will continue to be. Some people move in search of work or economic opportunities, for academic tourism, to join family members or simply to experience another geographical location other than theirs. Others move to escape conflict, persecution, terrorism, or human rights violations. Still...
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Nigeria is emerging as one of the fastest-rising ecosystems for tech companies in the world. These brilliant companies, having access to local and international funding and needing to grow, must pursue fresh perspectives and creative approaches in crucial departments such as Sales and Marketing. In this exclusive feature, YNaija spotlights the thriving digital professionals in...
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Valentine’s Day is around the corner, and you know what that means; roses are red, love is in the air, and Infinix thinks that’s cute! Love will be the order of the day, with admirers shooting their shots, red roses with chocolate boxes, and lots of smiley pictures to mark that special day! In the...
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The name Enugu – named after Enugwu Ngwuo, under which coal was found – is derived from the two Igbo words Énú Ụ́gwụ́ meaning “hilltop” denoting the city’s hilly geography. It is located in southeastern Nigeria and shares cultural traits with its neighbouring towns. The state has a variety of historic and recreational sites including...
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For a while now, a silent raging wrangle has existed between Africans and African-Americans – or Afro-Americans (AAs). But, the relationship between those two groups can never be forgotten, or erased; even with a high level of historical mis-knowledge, and a lack of in-depth understanding especially among millennials and Gen Z. Slavery is the connecting...
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Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the five top news stories you shouldn’t miss: ‘NNPC wants ₦3 trillion for fuel subsidy in 2022’ The Minister of Finance and National Planning, Zainab Ahmed has said the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) has requested a total of ₦3 trillion from the federal...
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Global tea brand Lipton has launched an exciting new variant for tea lovers. The variant, which has enjoyed acceptance in other markets, was recently introduced to the Nigerian tea market. Labelled Lipton ‘Extra Strong’, the new addition to Lipton’s product line was crafted to cater to tea lovers who prefer a stronger tea taste. “We...
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Over 37,000 people – as at this time – have signed a petition on change.org to stop foreign institutions from demanding an English proficiency test, the International English Language Testing System, from Nigerians. The petition, which was initiated by a youth-led open-source platform for policy ideas that address the world’s most pressing challenges called Policy Shapers, was...
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Ondo is as big as the word comes. Nicknamed the “Sunshine State”, Ondo is the 18th largest state in the country. The state economy is dominated by the petroleum industry, with cocoa production, asphalt mining, and activities utilising the state’s extensive coastline also serving as major economic factors. It is the home to Ikogosi warm...
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In keeping with the firm promise of linking its customers to their preferred investment opportunities, Parthian Securities Limited is set to organise the maiden edition of its “Bears & Bulls Series” themed “The Nigerian Equity Market: 2021 Review; 2022 Outlook & Stocks to Watch“. This online investment advisory clinic which will take place on January...
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All comparisons matter. I mean, how would you know learn new things if you did not compare with an other side that has both similar and divergent views? Comparing is how you can tell north, south, east, west in the wilderness, using just the sun and shadows, or the stars. Comparison gives direction, and for...
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Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the five top news stories you shouldn’t miss: NLC suspends planned Thursday strike The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) announced Tuesday, it has suspended its proposed nationwide protest action over petrol subsidy removal. NLC had in December fixed January 27 and February 2 for its protest across...
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Religious people will never agree that the Polygamy is not the Devil’s creation. The argument hinges on “A man shall leave his father and mother and be joined to his wife.” Not wives. Others argue that no man can love two women equally like he should, so marrying two is anti-Heavenly race. Polygamy is most...
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Nothing new under the sun? Maybe, but a mother who thinks money solves all life’s problems, and would do, possibly anything, to get it? This is also money ritual, because there are similarities – sell your ‘soul’ (or whatever they sell) to acquire wealth. Maryam Abubakar, 39, has been selling her body and her soul...
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Offa is a city in the Kwara, with a population of about 120,100 inhabitants, and is the second largest town in Kwara. Offa is centrally located in the midst and middle of many neighboring towns like Erin Ile in the south, Ijagbo in the north, Igosun and Ipee in the east and Ilemona, Irra, Ikotun...
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A high powered committee of the Federal Ministry of Health, National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission and Industry, and the Association of Food, Beverages and Tobacco Employers and Distillers and Blenders Association of Nigeria, had made several recommendations in December 2018. Now, NAFDAC has...
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