A fire incident on Thursday afternoon at Ifako-Ijaiye General Hospital in Lagos sparked panic across the facility. The blaze, which began around midday, affected part of the hospital, leading to swift action from emergency teams. By 3 p.m., the cause of the fire was still unknown as investigations got underway. […]
South Africa secured their place in the final of the CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations Egypt 2025 with a narrow 1-0 victory over Nigeria in a tense semi-final at the Suez Canal Stadium on Thursday. The winning goal came in the 66th minute when Tylon Smith rose to meet […]
In Nigeria’s volatile financial climate, access to quick and flexible funding is critical for the survival and growth of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). First Bank of Nigeria Limited has responded with its redesigned Retail Temporary Overdraft (RTOD) facility, providing vital short-term cash flow support to entrepreneurs across the country. […]
By Peace Timi Nigerian weddings are legendary for their vibrancy, music, and colorful traditions but they can also be a major test for your wallet. If you’re new to the scene or just want to attend without emptying your bank account, here’s how to survive the joyful chaos without going […]
By Peace Timi Let’s be honest, in 2025, being a “Tech Bro” is more about aesthetics than actual coding. You know the type: always at the front row of tech events, constantly tweeting startup quotes, drinks only cold brew, and somehow has “founder” in their bio, but has never actually […]
By Peace Timi Let’s be honest, just when we thought we had figured out Millennials and Gen Z, along comes a whole new generation that’s changing the rules again. Meet Generation Alpha, born from 2010 onward, and already teaching the rest of us how to live, learn and create in […]
By Peace Timi In a world that never powers down, where messages buzz before breakfast and meetings extend into midnight, many of us are battling an invisible epidemic: digital burnout. From smartphones and laptops to smartwatches and virtual assistants, we live in an era where being “always on” is the […]
Nigeria is making waves in the African startup ecosystem, with five Nigerian startups securing top spots on the Financial Times’ 2025 list of Africa’s fastest-growing companies. The country claims 28 positions on the prestigious list, second only to South Africa’s 51. The rankings, compiled in collaboration with Statista, are based […]
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), in partnership with the Nigeria Inter-Bank Settlement System (NIBSS), has officially launched the Non-Resident Bank Verification Number (NRBVN) platform in Abuja, marking a significant step forward in the country’s efforts to boost financial inclusion for Nigerians living abroad. The new digital platform allows Nigerians […]
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has issued a strong warning to the public, debunking ongoing fraudulent activities by individuals and groups who falsely claim to offer loans, grants, or intervention funds endorsed by the bank. In a statement released on May 12, 2025, and signed by the acting Director […]
