A non-governmental organisation, Big Flo Community Foundation, has empowered pupils of public primary schools in Mosan-Okunola Local Council Development Area. The programme tagged, ‘Back To School With a Smile’ was put in place to celebrate the 65th Independence anniversary of Nigeria. Speaking at the event, which took place on Wednesday, 1 October 2025, the founder of the Foundation and Vice Chairman of Mosan-Okunola LCDA, Prince Akinola Falade, stated that the event was out in place to put a smile on the faces of indigent students as schools resumed for new academic year. “It’s our own way of giving back to society…
Author: Soffiyyah Olamide
By Simbo Olorunfemi The man here is a good man, in every respect. I am sure you must have read from many here, about the great work he does behind the scenes, helping and pushing others to succeed. Ever willing, ever ready to be of assistance in helping others realise their dreams. He is such a great asset, given that he is a man of conviction, flying on the wings of what he believes in, regardless of what others might think or say. It helps that he is a brilliant mind, yet ever keen to expand his mind and acquire…
First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has described Nigeria as the best ally to the BRICS nations. Speaking on Tuesday, 30 September, 2025, while welcoming the Russian Chapter of the BRICS Women’s Business Alliance at the State House in Abuja, the First Lady affirmed Nigeria as “a very interesting place” brimming with opportunities for global partnerships”. Speaking to the visiting delegation, Senator Oluremi Tinubu pledged her continued support to initiatives that empower women and entrepreneurs. “Nigeria is a very interesting place that you will find rewarding for partnerships. “My office will continue to provide advocacy and encouragement, but the…
According to a court filling filing on Monday, 29 September, 2025, YouTube has agreed to pay $24.5 million to settle a lawsuit filed by US President Donald Trump, after the video-streaming platform suspended his account in the aftermath of the 6 January 2021 Capitol riot. It was gathered that the settlement, reached with YouTube’s parent company Alphabet, comes months after Meta (Facebook’s parent) and X (formerly Twitter) also paid Trump to resolve similar legal battles. Trump had accused the platforms of political bias, alleging they unfairly censored conservative voices. At the time of his suspension, YouTube, Facebook, and Twitter argued…
Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, Tuesday, 30 September, 2025, mourned the death of Somtochukwu Christelle Maduagwu, a 29-year-old anchor with Arise News Media, who died on Monday, 29 September, 2025 in Abuja. Maduagwu, fondly called Sommie, lost her life after jumping from the balcony of her residence in Katampe, in the Federal Capital Territory, while attempting to escape suspected armed robbers. In a condolence message on Tuesday, 30 September, 2025, the First Lady described the deceased as “one of the nation’s young and brilliant minds in the journalism profession,” adding that it was painful to see her life “cut…
Dr. Abdul-Azeez Olajide Adediran JANDOR, Lead Visioner of Lagos4Lagos Movement and a former Lagos State Governorship Candidate has extended his warm felicitations to all Lagosians and Nigerians on the occasion of the country’s 65th Independence Anniversary. Dr. Adedidran noted that Independence Day is not only a celebration of our sovereignty, but also a solemn reminder of the collective responsibility to nurture and strengthen the nation that our founding fathers envisioned. He lauds the courage and perseverance of Nigerians who continue to contribute to the growth and stability of the country. He further commended the ongoing efforts of the President Bola…
President Bola Tinubu has condemned the death of a news anchor with Arise News Television, Somtochukwu Maduagwu, who lost her life following a robbery attack at her residence in Katampe, Abuja. Tinubu, who stated this through a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, on Tuesday, titled ‘President Tinubu condemns the killing of Arise News anchor Somtochukwu Maduagwu, urged security agencies to fish out the killers’. The statement reads, “The President described the late journalist, fondly known as Sommie, as “a promising professional whose life was cut short in a cruel and condemnable manner.” “President…
Dr Chris Okafor, Founder and Senior Pastor of the Grace Nation Church International, Lagos is set to give away food items to at least 5,000 Nigerians when the church holds its thanksgiving service Sunday, 5 October, 2025. Dr. Okafor made the announcement during the grand finale of the church’s yearly flagship programme, “Not My Head, Not My Blood,” held Sunday, 28 September, 2025. He stated that the gesture aims to ease the hardship caused by the removal of fuel subsidy by the Nigerian government since 2023. According to him, the donation is also a fulfillment of Jesus’ charge to Christians…
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has mourned the passage of ARISE Television’s News Anchor, Somtochukwu Christelle Maduagwu, who was reportedly killed during an armed robbery attack at her residence in Katampe, Abuja. Governor Sanwo-Olu, in a statement issued on Tuesday, 30 September, 2025, by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr Gboyega Akosile, described the late Maduagwu, fondly called “Sommie” by colleagues, as a fast rising star in the broadcast profession, noting that she discharged her duty diligently and passionately while on air, reporting. The Governor also commiserated with the deceased’s family, friends and colleagues, management and staff…
Operatives of the Uyo Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested six suspected members of a land fraud syndicate for allegedly defrauding their victim of the sum of ₦6,000,000.00 (Six Million Naira) in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. The suspects are; Enobong Clement Etim(aka Edet Nsem Udo), Iniakop Okot, Emmanuel Edet, Essien Edet Aniedi, Christopher Anthony and Edwin Etim. They were arrested at different locations in Akwa Ibom State, following claims of a petitioner, Aniekan Etukudo Koffi that alleged that the prime suspect, Enobong Clement Etim, used a pseudo name, and along with his accomplices, defrauded…