Miracle Igbokwe, winner of the 2018 Big Brother Naija ‘Double Wahala’ show, has accomplished an academic milestone by graduating with distinction from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Florida, USA. He announced this achievement on his Instagram story, sharing a video of himself receiving his certificate on stage. In July 2018, Lagosstate.com reported that Miracle obtained his […]
Former Home and Away actor Orpheus Pledger has been apprehended following a three-day search. Victoria Police confirmed on Thursday evening, April 25, that the 30-year-old Australian actor, who was wanted on a warrant, had been taken into custody. This development comes in the wake of footage emerging of him allegedly assaulting a woman, dragging her […]
Technology startups serve as more than just catalysts for growth; they are the very engine driving growth itself. These startups tackle issues that other sectors overlook, employing innovative approaches that propel society forward while simultaneously generating employment, stimulating economic activity, and attracting foreign investment. In today’s dynamic economic landscape, technological innovation is recognized as a […]
Chery, the esteemed automotive brand synonymous with innovation and sophistication, thrilled residents of Lagos with an enchanting roadshow yesterday. The event commenced with an enthralling procession starting from the Carloha showroom and winding its way through scenic routes, including the iconic Third Mainland Bridge, Ikoyi, and Victoria Island, before reaching its culmination at the Palms […]
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) Anambra State Command apprehended eight individuals for unlawfully operating as private guards and recovered four pump action guns with 16 live cartridges from them. Olatunde Maku, the Commandant of NSCDC in Anambra State, disclosed that the suspects were apprehended during a recent crackdown on unlicensed private security […]
Yesterday, the funeral rites for Mrs. Olufunke Ogeah took place in Lagos, featuring prayers and reflections in remembrance of her life. Mrs. Ogeah, who passed away on March 17, 2024, was laid to rest in a solemn ceremony following a funeral service at the Trinity House Church, Lagos. Eminent dignitaries from various spheres of life […]
Olubukola Asafa serves as the Chief Executive Officer of OBA Couture, specializing in the production of high-quality ready-to-wear clothing, accessories, footwear, and handbags. As a recipient of the 2011 Youwin grant from the federal government, aimed at supporting small business startups and young enterprises, Asafa offers insights into the African fashion market, highlighting both its […]
On Saturday, Aloy Ejimakor, the chief legal representative of Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), responded to the United States report regarding the Biafra activist. Ejimakor called upon the Nigerian government to acknowledge its mistakes in Kanu’s trial and swiftly conclude the prosecution “without delay.” The “2023 Country Reports on […]
As part of endeavors to attract and expedite the inflow of foreign currency into the economy, the federal government has revealed plans to establish a $10 billion Nigeria Diaspora Fund. This initiative is anticipated to, among other objectives, enhance FX liquidity within the system and fortify the Naira exchange rate. According to a notice shared […]
Between March 23 and April 26, the Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency took temporary measures to close down at least five churches and 19 hotels due to noise pollution, as reported by Saturday PUNCH. Further examination by our correspondent revealed that four markets and shopping complexes were also shut down for similar environmental infractions. Among […]