By Vivian Ahanmisi Ayodeji Omotoyinbo, a sports media consultant, has urged brands, sponsors and the media to sustain investments in Nigerian football beyond World Cup qualification campaigns. Omotoyinbo spoke on Wednesday during an executive breakfast roundtable held in Lagos with the theme, ‘The Super Eagles and theContinue Reading
By Vivian Ahanmisi and Tunmise Omosofe The Lagos State Sports Trust Fund (LSSTF) on Thursday distributed sports equipment to 1,020 public primary schools across the state to strengthen grassroots sports development. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the event took place at Adeyemi Bero Auditorium, AlausaContinue Reading
By Babajide Awoyinfa Victory Wilson, a multi-award-winning broadcaster and mental health advocate, has been named MTN MIP Fellow of the Year 2026. The recognition highlights the growing influence of mental health advocacy in African media. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Wilson’s recognition influences in using mediaContinue Reading
By Angela Atabo The Oramali Foundation, in partnership with other stakeholders, stressed the need for mentorship, emotional support and moral upbringing for the boy-child to promote balanced and responsible society. The Executive Director of the foundation, Chidima Oramali, made the call during the celebration of the International Day ofContinue Reading
By Abiodun Lawal Former President Olusegun Obasanjo on Saturday advocated regular exercise, healthy living and sports participation as essential tools for longevity and overall well-being. Obasanjo spoke at the 8th edition of the FirstBank/OBJ Golf Tournament held at Abeokuta Golf Club. The former president described the annualContinue Reading
By Joy Oyerinde The Nigerian Institution of Estate Surveyors and Valuers (NIESV), Lagos Branch, has urged estate management and valuation students to focus on competence, sound judgment and value delivery as they prepare for professional practice. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that a Fellow of NIESV, MrContinue Reading
By Joan Odafe Music streaming platform, Spotify, has unveiled a new in-app feature: ‘Spotify 20: Your Party of the Year(s)’, designed to give listeners in Nigeria and Kenya a personalised look back at their music history as part of its 20th anniversary celebration. In a statement on Thursday, Managing DirectorContinue Reading
By Joan Odafe Nigerian business leaders, policymakers, and professional coaches on Tuesday urged a shift from command-style leadership to influence-driven leadership to rebuild trust, strengthen governance, and prepare the next generation of leaders. They made the call during the International Coaching Week (ICW) 2026 Conference on Tuesday in Lagos. TheContinue Reading
By Mercy Omoike The Federal Government has pledged support for the International Organisation for Migration (IOM) initiative aimed at mobilising investment to address climate-induced migration in West and Central Africa. The Minister of Environment, Mr Balarabe Lawal, made the commitment on Tuesday in Lagos at a regional conference organisedContinue Reading
By Millicent Ifeanyichukwu The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) in Lagos on Tuesday praised the state government for improving facilities at its temporary orientation camp, describing them as more befitting. The NYSC Lagos State Coordinator, Mrs Christina Salmwang, made the commendation at the closing ceremony of the 2026 BatchContinue Reading
