September 11, 2025

General

Business General Religion

Nungu Business School Director Urges Nigerians to Embrace Entrepreneurship as LEMU Disburses ₦162m Zakat to Over 400 Beneficiaries

Dr. Jibril Salaudeen, Director of Executive Education and Consulting at Nungu Business School, has called on Nigerians to prioritize entrepreneurship and investment, noting that 70 percent of wealthy individuals globally are not salaried workers. Speaking as Guest Speaker at the 2025 Zakat Disbursement Ceremony of the Lekki Muslim Ummah (LEMU), held at the Lekki Central

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General Religion

ZSF gives out over N60m education, healthcare, empowerment support on 25th Anniversary

Nigeria’s leading faith-based charity organisation, Zakat and Sadaqat Foundation (ZSF) has disbursed over N60m Zakat proceeds to beneficiaries in education, healthcare and economic empowerment categories. The disbursement, held at Hajj Mabrur Hall, Anthony Village, Lagos, is in continuation of its 25th Anniversary of mobilising Zakat and Sadaqah fund for humanitarian services. The Executive Director/CEO of

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Diplomatic Relations General

Turkish Embassy Celebrates Cuisine Week with Suya and Shared Heritage in Abuja

The Turkish Embassy in Nigeria marked this year’s Turkish Cuisine Week with a rich cultural celebration that brought together Turkish and Nigerian traditions through food, diplomacy, and shared heritage. At a special dinner hosted by the Turkish Ambassador to Nigeria, Mehmet Poroy, in Abuja, select diplomatic correspondents and dignitaries were treated to a blend of

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EFCC Fraud General

EFCC Makes Arrests, Recovers Funds in N1.3 Trillion CBEX Crypto Fraud – Olukoyede

The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mr. Ola Olukoyede, has confirmed that the agency has made significant progress in its ongoing investigation into the N1.3 trillion Crypto Bridge Exchange (CBEX) investment fraud. Speaking during an interview on TVC, Olukoyede revealed that the EFCC has recovered a substantial amount of funds linked

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Crime General

Lagos Police Rescue Two Kidnap Victims in Ijede Creekside Operation

The Lagos State Police Command has successfully rescued two individuals abducted on Thursday night from the Ijede Creekside area in Ikorodu, following a coordinated operation involving tactical teams and local security outfits. According to a statement released on Monday by the command’s spokesperson, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, the police responded swiftly to a distress call received

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Economy General

FG Launches Intra-African Air Cargo Corridor to Boost Nigerian Exports

The Federal Government of Nigeria has officially launched the Nigeria–East/Southern Africa Air Cargo Corridor, aimed at facilitating and expanding trade between Nigeria and key African markets. The initiative provides Nigerian exporters with discounted air freight rates of up to 50%, making it easier and more affordable to access East and Southern African countries. Unveiled at

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General

Lagos Partners Global Stakeholders to Strengthen Food Security, Boost Agripreneurship

In a strategic move to bolster food security and stimulate agricultural entrepreneurship, the Lagos State Government has launched a global alliance with international partners, development agencies, and private stakeholders. The initiative aims to position Lagos as a leading hub for innovative agribusiness and sustainable food systems in West Africa. The announcement came during the sixth

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General

Lagos Appoints New Public Service Innovation Ambassadors to Strengthen Governance

Lagos – In a fresh push to deepen reforms and improve service delivery across the state, the Lagos State Government has appointed a new batch of Public Service Innovation Ambassadors. The announcement was made through the Office of Transformation, Creativity and Innovation (OTCI), with the appointees drawn from various Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs). According

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General

DSS Plans Special Units for Schools, Worship Centres to Curb Terror Threats

ABUJA, Nigeria – In a bold move to strengthen national security, the Department of State Services (DSS) has announced plans to establish dedicated security units focused on protecting schools and religious centres across the country. This initiative is aimed at countering the persistent threat of terrorism and violent extremism in Nigeria’s most vulnerable spaces. The

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Dangote, Niger Government Launch Ambitious Rice Project to Boost Food Security

The Dangote Group has entered into a multi-billion naira agricultural partnership with the Niger State Government aimed at transforming rice production and advancing Nigeria’s food security agenda. Speaking at the opening of the 2025 Niger National Trade Fair in Minna, Senior Special Adviser to the President of Dangote Group, Fatima Abdurrahman, announced that the company

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