Vice President Kashim Shettima is set to lead a high-powered federal delegation to Daura, Katsina State, for the third-day prayer in honour of the late former President Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away on July 13, 2025, at the age of 82. Acting on the directive of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the Vice President will be
In a bold step toward tackling unemployment and boosting youth empowerment, the Lagos State Government has partnered with Diageo Nigeria to train over 250 young people in hospitality, entrepreneurship, and retail under the Learning for Life (L4L) programme. The initiative was officially launched on Monday, July 14, 2025, at The Wings Tower, Victoria Island, Lagos,
14 July, 2025 The Ogun State Muslim Council (OMC) is deeply saddened by the passing of Alayeluwa Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, the Awujale and Paramount Ruler of Ijebuland, and President-General of Ogun State Muslim Council who departed this life on Sunday 13th July,2025 at the ripe age of 91. The monarch’s demise has sent shockwaves
The Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdulrosheed Akanbi, has described the burial of the late Awujale of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Adetona, as a historic liberation for the Yoruba traditional institution, praising the process for upholding dignity and rejecting what he called the “ritual bondage” often associated with the passing of monarchs. In a statement issued through
KATSINA, Nigeria – Former President Muhammadu Buhari was laid to rest on Tuesday in Daura, Katsina State, with full military honours and Islamic funeral rites, marking the end of an era for one of Nigeria’s most prominent statesmen. The burial drew an unprecedented outpouring of tributes and attendance from Nigeria’s political, military, diplomatic and business
Angela Peters, a 56-year-old mother of five and grandmother of 12 from Australia, has stunned many around the world after welcoming twin daughters with her 39-year-old Nigerian husband, Bright. In an interview published by The Sun UK, Peters recounted how her unlikely love story began in 2020 when she connected with Bright’s older brother, Emeka,
The Kwara State Government has reiterated its commitment to improving the welfare of women and children living with HIV/AIDS, pledging increased support and enhanced healthcare services to reduce stigma and promote inclusive care across the state. Speaking during a recent event at the Ministry of Health in Ilorin, the Commissioner for Health, Dr. Amina Ahmed
Nigeria’s stock market crossed a significant milestone at the start of the trading week, as the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) closed on Monday, July 14, 2025, with a record-breaking market capitalisation of ₦80.143 trillion. The development reflects continued bullish sentiment among investors and marks the extension of a nine-day rally, the longest winning streak since
Nigeria’s manufacturing sector is experiencing a cautious but steady revival as renewed investor confidence begins to fuel a wave of fresh capital investments, reversing years of plant shutdowns and stalled projects. This turnaround follows a period of economic turbulence marked by foreign exchange volatility, high borrowing costs, and policy uncertainty. Recent data from the Manufacturers
The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has announced that beginning August 1, 2025, the application process for the Combined Expatriate Residence Permit and Aliens Card (CERPAC) will be fully digitised. The new digital system is part of the federal government’s broader effort to modernise immigration services and improve transparency, efficiency, and service delivery. According to the
