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‎ ‎ ‎By Tricia Ikem ‎ ‎The Catholic Archbishop of Lagos, Bishop Adewale Martins has urged President Bola Tinubu to intensify actions in addressing the many current challenges facing the nation. ‎ ‎ ‎Martins said this during the 2026 Chrism Mass celebration at the Holy Cross Cathedral Lagos. ‎ ‎ ‎The Chrism Mass is a solemn Catholic liturgical celebration held during Holy Week where the bishop blesses the Oil of the Sick, Oil of Catechumens, and Sacred Chrism used for sacraments. ‎ ‎ ‎It symbolizes diocesan unity, with priests renewing their ordination vows. ‎ ‎ ‎Although the Archbishop acknowledged the…

By Innocent Orok The Maritime Industry Merit Award (MIMA) a registered trademark prestigious awards and recognitions for Maritime industry stakeholders for winners in year 2025 and it’s 28th edition was held on Monday 30th, March 2026 at the prestigious Oriental hotel Victoria Island, Lagos State. It was a glamorous event that saw patriotic and performing Nigerians in various fields in the Maritime industry carting away awards at different categories. But the man that stole the show with two outstanding awards was Comptroller Frank Okechukwu Onyeka, currently the Customs Area Controller of Nigeria’s second largest Port, the Tin Can Island Port…

By Citizen Bolaji O. Akinyemi Plateau is not just a state. It is a metaphor—of resilience, of pain, of memory, and of a people who have learned, through fire and blood, to read between the lines of political promises. Before the 2023 elections, the mood in Plateau was not shaped by propaganda, party loyalty, or ethnic sentiment alone. It was shaped by something deeper—lived experience. The people had buried too many. They had mourned too often. They had become too familiar with the language of condolence and the silence of justice. In Plateau, insecurity is not an abstract policy failure;…

‎‎The Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria (PSN) has called on federal and state governments to prioritize sustained and strategic investment in pharmaceutical education, describing it as a critical pillar for national security and the achievement of healthcare self-sufficiency.‎‎This position formed the central focus of deliberations at the 2026 Pharmacy Colloquium held at the Banquet Hall, Government House, Yola, Adamawa State. Stakeholders at the high-level gathering emphasized that Nigeria’s healthcare aspirations will remain elusive without a modern, well-funded, and forward-looking pharmaceutical education system.‎‎Declaring the colloquium open, the Governor of Adamawa State, Rt. Hon. Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri—represented by the Deputy Governor, Professor Kaletapwa…

‎The Nigerian Guild of Investigative Journalists (NGIJ) has sought a strategic partnership with the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS) to enhance legislative reporting, strengthen democratic accountability, and promote evidence-based journalism in Nigeria. ‎The proposal was made during a courtesy visit by the NGIJ delegation, led by its President, Mallam Abdulrahman Aliagan, to the Institute’s headquarters in Abuja. ‎The Director-General of NILDS, Professor Abubakar O. Suleiman, was represented at the meeting by the Director of Legal Services, Professor Ibrahim Danwanka. Also in attendance were the Special Adviser to the DG on Media, Mr. Muhammad Abdulkadir and the Director…

‎‎‎‎MAGGI has unveiled rising music sensation Qing Madi as the face of its latest campaign, “Me & MAGGI, So Good Together,” marking a bold step in the brand’s journey to deepen its connection with a new generation of Nigerians.‎‎The unveiling, held at Nestlé Nigeria’s Head Office in Lagos, signals an evolution in how MAGGI shows up in the lives of younger consumers, not just as a trusted kitchen staple,but as part of the moments, emotions, and shared experiences that define today’s culture.‎‎Today’s generation doesn’t just eat, they create, remix, and share. From quick meals to content moments, food has become…

‎‎ In a market flooded with fragile devices that crack under pressure, Boca IT Ltd. has raised the bar with the launch of the BOCA CONVERTIBLE LAPTOP—a premium 2-in-1 device engineered for the Nigerian professional, student, and on-the-go innovator who refuses to compromise between power, portability, and resilience.‎Designed to transition seamlessly from laptop to tablet, the BOCA Convertible Laptop isn’t just another device. It is a statement of durability, built to withstand the hustle of daily commutes, fluctuating power conditions, and the rigorous demands of modern digital life.‎‎‎Special Features That Set the BOCA Convertible Apart‎‎1. 360° Hinge Built for Thousands…

By Citizen Bolaji O. AkinyemiApostle and Nation Builder Nigeria woke up yet again to the familiar sound of grief—another community, another pool of innocent blood, another government response wrapped in condemnation and curfew. The killing at Angwan Rukuba in Jos North is not an isolated tragedy; it is a continuation of a pattern that has outlived excuses, outgrown political spin, and now confronts the conscience of both the State and the Church. A 48-hour curfew has been declared. Movement restricted. Silence enforced. But curfew cannot cure bloodshed. It cannot answer the piercing question rising from the ground: who is killing…

‎ ‎The President of the Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria (PSN), Pharm. Ayuba Tanko Ibrahim, FPSN, has expressed profound admiration for the transformative leadership of the Governor of Adamawa State, His Excellency, Rt. Hon. Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, citing a visible revolution in the state’s infrastructure and healthcare delivery. ‎In a statement delivered upon his arrival for the historic 2026 PSN Colloquium, the President described the Governor’s developmental strides as a resounding testament to the visionary leadership and purposeful governance that has become a defining hallmark of the Administration of His Excellenc ‎Expressing delight on the pace of development in the State,…

By Citizen Bolaji O. Akinyemi In every African home, when elders quarrel over the cooking pot, the wise do not linger at the scene of the insult.They return later—for the meat. Because the meat is the meaning. When Tunde Odesola chronicled the public brawl between Dele Momodu, Femi Fani-Kayode, and Reno Omokri, he captured the noise.But the nation, distracted by the spectacle, abandoned the substance. Now the dust has settled. Let us return to the pot. The Real Issue They Buried At the center of that noisy exchange was a dangerous comparison—one that should have triggered national reflection: The suggestion…