The University of Lagos (UNILAG), DaySpring School, Lagos, and Marvelvine Montessori School, also in Lagos, emerged as winners in the tertiary, secondary, and primary schools’ categories of the 2024 Ecobank National Schools’ Teams Chess Competition at the Pan African Centre in Lagos over the weekend. The Chess Competition, described as the largest gathering of chess players in Africa, attracted over …

NOVA Bank has reaffirmed its dedication to the well-being and interests of high-net-worth individuals by sponsoring the 27th Nigeria Cup Golf Tournament, held at the prestigious Ikoyi Golf Club from September 21st to 28th, 2024. The annual tournament, organized by the Ikoyi Golf Community Nigeria Association (IGCNA), showcased exceptional golfing talent and fostered connections among participants. Tayo Babalakin emerged as …

Sports entrepreneur and former Gombe United Football Club Chairman, Ahmed Shuaibu Gara-Gombe, has defended his comments on the botched Libya versus Super Eagles 2nd leg AFCON qualifier match in Benghazi, stressing that CAF competitions are guided by rules, not sentiment. Gara-Gombe expressed regret at the level of ignorance exhibited by Nigeria’s football authorities, emphasizing that those criticizing him are unaware …

The ongoing crisis surrounding the traditional stool in Akwa Ibom state shows no signs of slowing down, with accusations from the Akwa Ibom United Front and the Peace Advocacy Initiative claiming that the crisis is politically motivated. The group has threatened to expose the politicians behind the turmoil in the state. Governor Umo Eno’s approval of the amended Traditional Rulers …

All is set for Nigeria to join other nations across the globe in celebrating the Day of the Seafarer 2024. Adegboyega Oyetola Nigeria’s Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, and the Minister of State, Labour and productivity, Nkeiruka Onyejeocha, will both be spearheading the celebration of the Day of the Seafarer scheduled to hold in Lagos. Other dignitaries, including the …

The Finance and Business Online Publishers (FiBOP) has urged law enforcement agencies to protect Nigeria’s economic assets and genuine protesters amid the ongoing nationwide protests. FiBOP, a body of online publishers focused on finance and business, recognizes the right to peaceful protest but emphasizes the need to safeguard the country’s economic infrastructure and legitimate demonstrators. FiBOP acknowledges the protesters’ grievances, …

In a bid to enhance its services and bring its operations closer to clients, the Lagos State Signage and Advertisement Agency (LASAA) has launched new porta cabin offices in strategic locations across the state. This move is expected to boost the agency’s operational capabilities and optimize revenue generation for the state. The new offices are located in Badagry Local Government …

In a significant move to bolster the Nigerian capital market, the Senate has passed the Investments and Securities Bill 2024. This notable legislation aims to enhance market regulation, protect investors, and attract foreign investments. According to Senate Chief Whip, Tahir Monguno, the bill will safeguard investors and eliminate fraudulent dealings in the capital market. Chairman of the Senate Committee on …

As Ghana prepares for its 2024 elections, the Centre for Journalism and Integrity Development (CJID) has launched several initiatives to support the electoral process. Through its Media in National Elections (MiNE) initiative, CJID is deploying trained personnel to observe the electoral process, ensure adherence to democratic standards, and provide detailed reports on the conduct of the elections. CJID’s fact-checking platform, …

The 19th Wole Soyinka Award for Investigative Reporting (WSAIR) will take place on Monday, December 9, 2024, at the AGIP Recital Hall, MUSON Centre, Lagos. The event will honour two distinguished individuals, Chinyere Okunna and the late Beko Ransom-Kuti, for their contributions to journalism and human rights. Chinyere Okunna, a Professor of Mass Communications and the current Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic) …