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Onah: Carnival Calabar Needs More Private Funding
Charles Ajunwa The Chairman of the Cross River State Carnival Commission for Carnival Calabar, Gabe Onah, has said more private sector funding was needed for the 2026 Africa’s biggest street party.
Globacom and Renaissance of Fresh Impetus
Ekedinma Uchegbulem Every institution eventually encounters the danger that accompanies longevity: the temptation to confuse having survived with having arrived. Experience can become either a launchpad or an anchor, depending
Chef Bakare Partners Lagos Continental Hotel
Charles Ajunwa London-based Nigerian chef, Adejoke Bakare, has partnered Lagos Continental Hotel to promote Nigerian cuisines internationally. Bakare, a Michelin-starred chef, is bringing her acclaimed London restaurant, Chishuru, to Lagos
An open letter to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, by Stephanie Shaakaa
Gboko, 24 September 2026 Mr. President, I am writing to you from Gboko, where government is not experienced through communiqués or presidential briefings. People meet government when they go to
New Fiscal-Monetary Covenant and Inflation Expectation
James Emejo writes that the country’s inflation battle is entering a new phase as the Central Bank of Nigeria moves beyond the traditional tools of interest rates and liquidity management to
Jumoke Azeez: Making of An Ibadan Fashion Entrepreneur
Charles Ajunwa At 40, Jumoke Azeez has reached a milestone that offers her an opportunity to reflect on a journey defined by creativity, resilience, enterprise and an enduring passion for
When Transparent Election Monitoring Platform Becomes Ruling Party’s Nightmare
Charles Odibo In the often-opaque theatre of Nigerian politics, few things expose the true posture of a ruling party faster than an independent attempt to protect the integrity of the
Enugu Air: Opening New Gateway to Africa
Enugu Air’s inaugural flight to Douala has opened a new chapter in regional connectivity, linking Enugu directly with Cameroon while creating fresh opportunities for trade, tourism, investment and stronger economic
Optimus Bank: Offering Convenience, Expanding Financial Inclusion
As Nigeria’s banking landscape becomes increasingly digital, customers are demanding greater accessibility, flexibility and security. Optimus Bank is responding with a range of card solutions designed to simplify everyday transactions,
Rotary Club of Agege Installs Ogundeji 43rd President, Secures over ₦700m for Projects
Omolabake Fasogbon The Rotary Club of Agege has installed Rotarian Abiola Ogundeji as its 43rd President for the 2026/ 2027 Rotary year, just as it secured over ₦750 million in
