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LAGOS, NIGERIA – Billionaire businessman Aliko Dangote has seen his fortune nearly double, reaching an impressive $23.9 billion, according to Forbes. This remarkable growth cements his position as the richest person in Africa and elevates him to the 86th richest individual in the world. In 2024, Forbes ranked Dangote as …

IJEBU-IFE, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – Ijebu Ife, a town steeped in history and tradition, is set to welcome a host of distinguished personalities as His Royal Highness, Oba Adesesan Afolorunso Oguntayo, FCA, the Ajalorun of Ijebu Ife (Ogbagba Agbaotewole the 42nd), leads a grand reception in honor of one of …

  LAGOS, NIGERIA – FEBRUARY 9, 2025 – Air Peace, Nigeria’s leading airline and the largest carrier in West Africa, has announced the promotion of Senior First Officer Chibuzo Mbanefo to the prestigious rank of Captain on its Boeing 777 fleet. Captain Mbanefo has consistently exhibited outstanding skill, leadership, and …

LAGOS, NIGERIA – In a heartfelt tribute to a visionary leader, Access Holdings Plc has unveiled AccessGive, a platform designed to sustain and expand the transformative impact of the late Herbert Wigwe. The launch took place during the Herbert Wigwe One-Year Memorial on Sunday, February 9, 2025, in Lagos. AccessGive …

… Call For Proper Utilization Of Boreholes BY ABU-SATAR HAMED ILARO-YEWA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – A call has been made to the sons and daughters of Ilaro and the Yewa area of Ogun State to always remember their birthplace, no matter where they may be, by supporting the government in …

  IPERU-REMO, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has described the late Oba Adeleke Adelekan Idowu-Basibo, the Alaperu of Iperu, as a dependable, reliable, and quintessential monarch. Governor Abiodun stated this during a condolence visit to the palace of the Alaperu on the night of …

  LAGOS, NIGERIA – FEBRUARY 10, 2025 – Eminent Nigerians and global leaders gathered on Sunday, February 9, 2025, to honor the life and legacy of Herbert Wigwe, the renowned banking icon. The evening was filled with heartfelt tributes, celebrating his remarkable contributions to the financial sector and society.The event …

…Father-in-Law Denies Daughter’s Involvement TOWSON, MARYLAND, USA – Dr. Ikenna Erinne, a young Nigerian cardiologist who tragically died in the United States after allegedly taking his own life, has been described as a respected cardiologist based in Towson, Maryland, USA. The incident reportedly occured following a prolonged divorce battle that …

Opinion: Unlike the former which is legal…in nature…the later is traditional- Both tussles, however, arose from conflict  of interests, personality clash, and individual principle. Life is very complex, and culture/traditions are more complex, but human beings are the most complex in understanding the application of true dynamism, and wealth of …

…Says, “Unlawful, Unfair, and Unreasonable” FCT, ABUJA, NIGERIA – The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has filed a lawsuit against President Bola Tinubu’s administration and the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) over the recent 50% hike in telecom tariffs. The increase affects: Call Rates: From ₦11 to ₦16.5 per minute. …