On Friday, 25th August 2023, at about 5:30 pm, two men who introduced themselves as officers of the Nigeria Police, Enugu State Command, accosted me at Umabor, Eha Alumona Nsukka, in what I saw as a broad daylight kidnap attempt. We were at Umabor for the burial of the father-in-law of my younger brother, and I had gone out to …

To acknowledge entrepreneurship and individuals advancing the frontiers across the world, 21st August is celebrated as ‘orld Entrepreneurs Day. This year’s celebration has once again re-echoed the essence of the pivotal role entrepreneurship and industrialisation play as epicentres of human and societal development of any nation, thereby validating the vision of Rite Foods in its quest to democratise a holistic …

CENDASNER is an integral part of the Nnamdi Azikiwe University founded on the philosophy that knowledge should be propagated and disseminated to all individuals whether exceptional, gifted or with disabilities; for example visually impaired, learning disability, hearing impaired, physically challenged, handicapped and emotional/behaviour challenged. CENDASNER strongly believes in the motto: “There is ability in disability”! We are an all inclusive …

Between 2020 and 2023, the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has brought the country to speed in the maritime world with ratification of six conventions. Under the Dr. Bashir Yusuf Jamoh-led management, NIMASA, in the last three years, has doubled Nigeria’s momentum for a viable blue economy that seeks to harness maritime potentials for economic sustainability and growth. …

In today’s fast-paced world, consumers are the driving force behind any successful business. They invest their hard-earned money in goods and services with the expectation of a satisfactory experience. However, not all brands live up to their promises, leaving consumers disappointed and disheartened. Addressing this issue, BrandXchange, an innovative platform, has taken the bold step of empowering Nigerian consumers to …

As a Nigerian abroad, the reaction you’ll likely get when you introduce yourself is an excited reel out of names of Nigerian superstars who have adorned the country’s Green-White-Green and played for the national football team, the Super Eagles. “Finidi George”, “Amokachi”, “Jay Jay Okocha”, an elated Albanian screamed on learning about my nationality during my last trip to Tirane, …

For Ukeme Udofia, a widow, mother and headmistress of Christ The King Primary School, Uyo, Friday, 14th July 2023 will remain unforgettable. But the day began like any other day in her 22-year career as a teacher. As usual she woke up early, prayed and prepared food for her three children and dashed off to work. She was there in …

The emergence of GTI Asset Management & Trust Limited into Nigeria football ecosystem, using The Nigeria Football Fund (TNFF) investment vehicle, has turned to be the real game changer that is propelling the development of the elite league and Nigeria’s football economy. In simple terms, TNFF has helped to restructure and reposition Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) for greatness following …

Among over 140 clubs in Rotary International District 9110, which covers Lagos and Ogun States, Rotary Club of Ikeja Alausa Central and its 2022-23 President, Rotarian Adebukunola Soile-Balogun are the rave-of-the-moment! Founded only two years ago, the club has been on the lips of Rotarians and other stakeholders since last Friday – for good reasons. At District 9110’s ‘Celebration of …

As the convoy of the governor took off in a frenzy along the smooth beautiful road from the Victor Attah International Airport, Uyo, my phone rang. The governor himself, the cynosure of attention, was on the line. “Your Excellency Sir”, I answered in a hurry. “Please Sir, kindly go back to that bereaved family where we just stopped briefly. Find …