Author: Abimbola Ogunaike

The Managing Director of the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC), Dr. Kayode Opeifa, on Wednesday, 27 August, 2025, returned to the site of the train accident of Tuesday, 26 August, 2025, to personally oversee ongoing recovery operations alongside NRC recovery engineers. During the exercise, the recovery team successfully retrieved one of the derailed passenger coaches, i naddition to the locomotive earlier recovered on the day of the incident. Dr. Opeifa commended the engineers for their professionalism, resilience, and swift response in handling the situation. The NRC MD also expressed appreciation to the security agencies deployed to the site for ensuring that…

By Ekene Okoye The Anambra State government prides itself on being the “Light of the Nation”, a shining symbol of justice, fairness, and merit. Governor Charles Chukwuma Soludo, the state’s chief advocate of reform, often stresses transparency and integrity as guiding principles of his administration. Yet, the recent appointment of Professor Kate Azuka Omenugha as the substantive Vice Chancellor of Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University (COOU) casts a long and troubling shadow over that claim. At the centre of the matter is a simple, searing question: How does a government that swears by justice and merit justify bypassing the top three…

The competition promises to be fiercer than ever, with Africa’s heavyweight stars like Davido, Burna Boy, El Grande Toto, Amr Diab, Fally Ipupa, Rema, and DJ Maphorisa now facing strong challenges from rising sensations such as Shallipopi, Himra, Molly, Ayra Starr, Juma Jux and Mia Guissé as the International Committee of the All Africa Music Awards, AFRIMA, in partnership with the African Union Commission (AUC), unveiled the Official Nominees List for the 2025 edition. This year’s nominations followed a record-breaking 10,717 entries, the highest since the inception of AFRIMA 12 years ago. A 13-member International Jury, after 10 days of…

The Ajaye Kusa Foundation is set to donate relief materials to some under-privileged people in the Badagry community. Kusa Foundation is a charity organisation established by Dr. Meshack Ajaye Kusa and his wife Dr. (Mrs) Olga Kusa to help children and the underprivileged. Dr. Kusa, his wife and children live in Canada and recently together with friends: Onuhba Micheal Daramola former Managing Director and Chairman International Breweries; Engr. Tunde Izokun, former Director at Nigerian Ports Authority; Mr. Joseph Kusa and Ms. Hannah Steward and other members travelled to Badagry, Lagos State on a relief mission. “We have been on this…

Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim said his team “were completely lost” as they slipped to a shambolic Carabao Cup defeat at Grimsby following a marathon penalty shootout. The loss against League Two opposition marks a new low for the Premier League side under Amorim and any optimism evident prior to the new campaign is already dissipating. United, who trailed 2-0 after 30 minutes and could have found themselves three goals down in the second period, lacked any rhythm in an abject showing before Bryan Mbeumo and Harry Maguire delivered late goals to take the tie to penalties. However, after Matheus…

In a world where childhood is often defined by indulgence in games, gadgets, amusements, and trends, 10-year-old Osaivbie Izendonmwen offers a different perspective. A polygonal child, his interests span literature, advocacy, and football – and most recently, modelling.Osaivbie made a dazzling debut into Nigeria’s competitive modelling scene through a standout advertisement campaign for the global sportswear giant, Adidas. In the video, his adventurous spirit, adaptability skill and charisma loom large, delivering a spectacularly inspiring campaign. The ad, launched by brand’s Lagos-based franchisee, features Osaivbie confidently strolling into a store to select a bespoke football jersey and his favourite pair of…

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Tuesday, 26 August, 2025, took an unscheduled five-hour working tour of key towns along Lagos State’s coastal areas, taking on-the-spot assessment of chaotic developments sprawling across the riverine communities. The Governor’s visit to the coastline came on the heels of proliferating physical developments along the coastal corridor, most of which encroached on approved setbacks and were done in violation of the State’s physical planning regulations. Sanwo-Olu, accompanied by the Deputy Governor, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, and members of the state Executive Council, took a survey of unapproved structures erected along Ibeshe, Ikare and Inagbe, which share boundaries…

The Public Relations Consultants Association of Nigeria (PRCAN) has received with deep shock and sadness the news of the passing of Mallam Bashir Chedi, fnipr, a distinguished member of the Council of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), who died at the age of 65. In a statement issued by PRCAN, the Association described the late Chedi as an accomplished professional, a consummate communicator, and a pillar of integrity whose contributions to the growth of public relations in Nigeria will remain indelible. “Mallam Bashir Chedi was a respected voice in our profession, a mentor to many, and an advocate…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has pledged to fast-track Nigeria’s development through technology and food security, aligning with the success models of emerging economies like Brazil. Speaking on Tuesday, 26 August, 2025 when he met with a cross section of Nigerians resident in Brazil, President Tinubu emphasized his administration’s commitment to transformation through innovation, reform, and inclusive growth. “We must bring Nigeria to the forefront of Africa’s progress, driven by technology, food sovereignty, and the courage to change our destiny,” Tinubu declared. The President described his visit to Brazil as a strategic move to deepen bilateral ties and draw inspiration from…

The National Council on Climate Change (NCCC) has called on global partners, particularly developed countries to honour their commitments under the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) and the Paris Agreement, particularly in the areas of technology transfer and support for innovation in developing countries. Director-General of the NCCC, Barr. Teni Majekodunmi, made the appeal on Wednesday at the Validation Workshop of Nigeria’s Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) 3.0 in Abuja. With the theme: Driving Ambition, Strengthening Action, and Aligning with the Paris agreement and Global Stocktake, Majekodunmi stressed the importance of localizing innovation by building the capacity of Nigerian…