President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called on Nigerian journalists and media organisations to prioritise accuracy, professionalism and responsible reporting, urging them to choose “substance over sensation” and “credibility over clickbait” in the digital age. Speaking on Thursday night at the maiden State House Media Dinner in Abuja, the President reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to press […]

As the controversy over the disputed ‘Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC)’ deepens, Adeniyi Adeyemi, who says he is the Director General of the agency, has vowed to clear his name, saying he is ready to face the law.  For months, Adeyemi made headlines talking about his work with the agency, and photos of him and […] The post Presidential Council Scandal: I’m Ready To Face The Law, Clear My Name — Adeyemi appeared first on OsunDefender.

Residents of Adebiopon Village in the Obafemi Owode Local Government Area of Ogun State were thrown into shock and confusion after a 50-year-old traditional priest, Muritala Shodiya, allegedly set himself ablaze. The incident occurred on Wednesday evening when Shodiya reportedly doused himself with petrol inside an uncompleted building before setting himself ablaze. Although the residents […] The post Shock As Ifa Priest Sets Self On Fire, Dies appeared first on OsunDefender.

Spain’s teenage sensation Lamine Yamal has admitted it would be a privilege to face Cristiano Ronaldo, but insists his only priority is helping La Roja progress when they take on Portugal in a mouth-watering FIFA World Cup Round of 16 clash. Fresh from inspiring Spain to a convincing victory over Austria in the Round of […]

Transcorp Hotels Plc said it had graduated the 16th cohort of its Business Empowerment Programme for Women (BEPW), describing the initiative as aimed at strengthening local economic activity by equipping participants with vocational and business skills. The company said the BEPW, which it identified as one of its flagship sustainability and corporate social responsibility initiatives, […]

Toyin explained that she maintains healthy relationships with her colleagues and their spouses.

Unilever Nigeria PLC has announced the appointment of Modupe Femi-Okunbanjo as a director of the company, effective June 30, 2026. The appointment follows Ibrahim Sodipe’s resignation from the board, according to a notice filed with the Nigerian Exchange Limited and issued to the investing public. The announcement was signed by the company secretary, Peter Dada. […]

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) Lagos Free Trade Zone Command generated ₦408.87 billion in revenue in the first half of 2026, representing a 28.9 per cent increase over the amount collected during the corresponding period of 2025. Speaking during the Command’s 2026 Half-Year Media Briefing in Lagos on Thursday, the Customs Area Controller said the […]

The Bank of Industry (BOI) has launched the inaugural edition of its Annual Development Impact Report, recording N644.9 billion in disbursement and the creation of 1.68 million jobs. Speaking at the unveiling in Abuja yesterday, the managing director and chief executive officer of BOI, Dr Olasupo Olusi, described 2025 as a defining year for the […]

Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz has declared that the Black Stars have a responsibility to keep Africa’s World Cup dream alive when they face Colombia in Saturday’s Round of 32 clash, insisting it is their “duty” to ensure another African nation reaches the last 16. Speaking ahead of the highly anticipated encounter in Kansas City, […]

The MTN Foundation, in collaboration with the Senator Abiru Innovation Lab (SAIL) and Co-Creation Hub, has equipped classroom teachers with artificial intelligence tools and skills to improve teaching and learning outcomes in the 21st century. The firm and foundation recently held a training session for educators across Nigeria. This event was part of the ongoing […]

Integrated marketing communications agency Africa Live Play 360 (ALP360) has outlined its creative process behind its latest fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) advertising campaign, describing the project as an example of closer collaboration between agency and client from concept development through production. According to the agency, the campaign was built around everyday family experiences and domestic […]

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Thursday charged Nigerian athletes representing the country at the forthcoming 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, to compete with courage, honour, integrity, discipline, and patriotism, urging them to make the nation proud by excelling through fair competition. President Tinubu gave the charge through his Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila, during […]

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) plans to raise N5.8 trillion through Nigerian Treasury Bills (NTBs) in the third quarter of 2026, even as N2.64 trillion in treasury bills are scheduled to mature during the same period. According to the CBN’s Third Quarter 2026 Nigerian Treasury Bills Issue Programme, the apex bank will offer N900 […]

The Court of Appeal sitting in Ibadan will today, deliver judgment in the matter between 11 female Muslim students of the International School, University of Ibadan (ISI-UI) and the school authorities challenging their fundamental human rights of wearing hijab on the school uniforms. The post Appeal court to deliver judgment in ISI-UI hijab case today appeared first on Tribune Online.

The Chartered Institute of Stockbrokers (CIS) has said FTSE Russell’s decision to defer Nigeria’s reclassification to Frontier Market status should not be viewed as a setback, insisting that the country’s newly adopted T+1 settlement cycle remains a landmark reform that will strengthen investor confidence and improve market efficiency. In a statement issued on Thursday, the […]

Shareholders of FCMB Group Plc have approved a total dividend payout of N23.08 billion for the 2025 financial year, following a year in which the financial services group recorded a 142 per cent increase in profit after tax. The approval was granted at the company’s 13th Annual General Meeting (AGM) held in Lagos on Tuesday, […]

Nigeria cannot build a competitive economy while neglecting its universities. Higher education remains central to innovation, scientific research, technological advancement, healthcare, agriculture and national development. Every disruption to university activities slows the country's progress.

"Journalists and citizens must not forget the imperative of balancing rights with responsibility and the duty to report with care, accuracy and facts."

…Olopade warns indiscipline will not be tolerated Nigeria has set an ambitious target of winning at least 20 gold medals at the forthcoming Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, with top sports administrators expressing confidence that Team Nigeria is well prepared to deliver one of the country’s strongest performances at the Games. The Director General and Chief […]

About 100 people were reportedly expected at Thursday’s event, while a much bigger gathering of up to 1,000 guests has been linked to Friday’s celebration at the arena.