By Joan Odafe The Federation of Tourism Associations of Nigeria (FTAN) has called for the review and re-enactment of the National Institute for Hospitality and Tourism (NIHOTOUR) Act and the Nigerian Tourism Development Authority (NTDA) Act. According to FTAN, ambiguities in the NIHOTOUR and NTDA acts have fuelled disputesContinue Reading
By Joan Odafe Stakeholders in Nigeria’s film industry say professionalism, ethical business practices and continuous training are key to boosting Nollywood’s global competitiveness, attracting investment and driving sustainable growth. The stakeholders said this at the maiden National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB) Masterclass Series on Monday in Lagos.Continue Reading
By Oluwaseun Nubi Mr Moyosore Ogunlewe, Chairman, Kosofe Local Government in Lagos State, has urged residents to embrace tree planting as a practical step toward protecting the environment and ensuring a healthier future for generations. Ogunlewe made the call on Tuesday at the 2026 Lagos State Annual Tree PlantingContinue Reading
By Yetunde Fatungase The Nigeria Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority(NMDPRA), Abeokuta Field Office, on Monday sealed two filling stations in Ogun over alleged regulatory violations. NMDPRA said the sealing was part of efforts to enforce compliance, protect consumers from sharp practices and ensure that petroleum marketers dispense theContinue Reading
By Vivian Ahanmisi The Nathaniel Idowu Foundation says it will host the maiden edition of its four-week Summer Camp at the rejuvenated Maracana Sports Complex in Ajegunle, Lagos, in August. In a statement issued on Sunday in Lagos by the foundation’s media department, the four-week camp would hold betweenContinue Reading
By Kudirat Habeeb Some legal practitioners have expressed support for the Council of Legal Education’s warning against the wearing of wigs and gowns by Bar candidates before their official ‘Call to the Bar’. The council frowned at the development, hence prohibited Bar candidates from wearing the official court attireContinue Reading
By Oluwatope Lawanson The Academy Press PLC and Ekenua & Co. Ltd. have unveiled the Million Classics Programme, a civic-education initiative. The aim is to nurture a generation of readers who are not only academically sound but also equipped with the intellectual and leadership capacity to contribute meaningfully toContinue Reading
By Vivian Ahanmisi The President of Bikers with Attitude and Determination (B.A.D), Kayode Kosile-Palmer, says the association remains committed to promoting responsible motorcycling, road safety, tourism and humanitarian service across Nigeria. Kosile-Palmer said this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) while speaking on the activities,Continue Reading
By Vivian Ahanmisi Wahid Oshodi, Chairman of the Lagos State Sports Trust Fund (LSSTF), says African football has reached a higher level after impressive performances at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Oshodi told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Lagos on Wednesday that Africa had everyContinue Reading
By Joan Odafe and Etinosa Jacobs Nollywood actress Eniola Badmus has called for an end to body shaming, saying she faced criticism both as a plus-size woman and after losing nearly half her body weight in a years-long health journey. The actress made the appeal in a post shared onContinue Reading
