By Kennedy Elaigwu Awodi As I watched the high-level panel discussions in Lagos recently, surrounded by the hum of private sector titans, international development partners, and policy experts, I felt a rare sense of pragmatic optimism. For too long, the conversation around Nigeria’s Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) has been trapped[Read More…]
Author: Godwin Anyebe
Rotary District 9112 marks 2026 World Understanding, Peace Day, urges unity amid rising polarisation
Stakeholders at the 2026 World Understanding and Peace Day (WUPD) have called for deliberate action to bridge widening social, political and ethnic divides, warning that polarisation has become deeply embedded in global and national culture. Speaking at the event themed “Bridging the Divide – Building a Culture of Peace in[Read More…]
Knight Frank H2 2025: Lagos Real Estate Stabilizes as Construction Rises
A new half-year real estate report released recently by Knight Frank Nigeria shows that easing inflation, stronger construction activity and rising industrial demand shaped the performance of the Lagos property market in the second half of 2025. The Lagos Market Update H2 2025, unveiled at a media briefing in Lagos,[Read More…]
Ado Bayero Mall Is Not for Sale – Management
…Advises Public to Disregard Fraudulent Listings The management and owners of Ado Bayero Mall, Kano, had debunked reports making the rounds that the Mall is up for sale. It categorically stated that the report was not only misleading, but untrue. In a statement signed by David Okpanachi, the general manager,[Read More…]
Royal Refresh: Why the Ooni’s Drink Brand is a Masterstroke for Africa
The recent unveiling of OJAJA Soft Drinks by the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, has sparked a fascinating debate across Nigeria’s boardrooms and palace courtyards alike. When a monarch, whose personhood is considered sacred and whose role is traditionally custodial, steps into the gritty, competitive arena of Fast-Moving[Read More…]
The Imperative of Quality: Standardizing Local Manufacturing in Akwa Ibom State
The industrial landscape of Akwa Ibom State stands at a critical crossroads. Following a recent directive from the Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON), the state’s manufacturing sector has been issued a six-month ultimatum to achieve formal certification or face severe regulatory sanctions. While such mandates are often viewed by small[Read More…]
Codros Asset Management Empowers Future Leaders at LCCI Secondary School Essay Competition
Codros Asset Management Limited has reaffirmed its commitment to youth empowerment and financial literacy by presenting the grand prize to the winners of the prestigious Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) Secondary School Essay Competition. In a ceremony filled with academic excellence and forward-thinking discourse, the “Star Girls” of[Read More…]
Three Crowns Milk Champions Healthy Nourishment During the Treasured Month of Ramadan
As the holy month of Ramadan approaches, Three Crowns Milk, a leading Nigerian milk brand from FrieslandCampina WAMCO Nigeria Plc, is encouraging Muslim faithful to stay well-nourished, care for their hearts, and embrace the cherished values of family bonding through its “Get Nourished This Treasured Month” campaign. The campaign features[Read More…]
The Jurisdictional Tug-of-War: Federal Supremacy and the Future of Advertising Regulation in Nigeria
The recent “riot act” read by the Advertising Regulatory Council of Nigeria (ARCON) to state signage agencies marks a critical juncture in the country’s legal and professional landscape. By declaring directives from states like Ondo and Enugu “unlawful and ultra vires,” ARCON has ignited a necessary debate on the boundaries[Read More…]
Experience is a Journey, Not a Destination: Why Dr. David Olofu is the Right Choice for Benue South 2027
As we approach the 2027 senatorial elections, a familiar and somewhat tired argument has begun to surface in the political discourse of Benue South: the question of “requisite experience.” Some critics argue that Dr. David Olofu, a leading hopeful for the Zone C Senate seat, lacks the legislative background compared[Read More…]
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FG Revenue Rises 76% to N12.5tn, Fueled by Tax and Oil Gains — Budget Office
The Federal Government’s earnings have increased by 76 percent, rising from N7.1 trillion in 2022 to N12.5 trillion in 2023, due to higher taxes and oil revenues. This information was revealed in the recently released 2025-2027 Medium Term Expenditure Framework and Fiscal Strategy Paper from the Ministry of Budget and[Read More…]