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]]> COLE2CREA8, the creative economy and enterprise acceleration platform under the ‘COLE’CTIVE INITIATIVE’, has been launched as a citizen-powered programme aimed at converting creativity into jobs, enterprise, and inclusive economic opportunity across Rivers State. The programme will operate across all 319 wards of the state, targeting creatives and creative entrepreneurs in sectors such as arts, […]

]]> While the Sukur Cultural Landscape in Adamawa State stands as the first World Heritage Site in Nigeria, amid its breathtaking views, rough terrain, exciting people and unique homestead, there is yet another place of interest to explore. This time, in the South-West part of the country and precisely in Osogbo, the capital city of […]

]]> From humble beginnings and a bold creative vision, Alvin Leonard, founder of Broken Canvas, has transformed artistic passion into a thriving business empire. What started as a dream rooted in creative arts has grown into a dynamic enterprise, blending innovation, strategy, and resilience. Leonard’s journey is a testament to how talent, when nurtured with […]

]]> The 2026 NPA Lagos International Polo Tournament once again transformed the historic Lagos Polo Club in Ikoyi into a theatre of elite sport, tradition and high society, with Abba Dantata at the centre of this year’s spectacle. The captain of Kano Golden Alchemy delivered a commanding performance to guide his team to victory in […]

]]> A Federal High Court sitting in Kano has convicted and sentenced Saadatu Mohammed Inuwa, a Kannywood actress, popularly known as Samha, to six months’ imprisonment for abusing and mutilating the Nigerian currency. Saleh Shuaibu (Justice) delivered the judgment on Friday after the actress pleaded guilty to a one-count charge bordering on the mutilation of […]

]]> Africa’s creator economy is booming, projected to swell to $17.84 billion by 2030. Yet, the overwhelming majority of its talented creators are being completely ignored by big institutional investors. A new report shows that only a tiny fraction, just 4.2 percent, have actually secured that kind of major, formal funding, leaving 95 percent still […]

]]> Arsenal missed the chance to extend their Premier League lead to six points after being held to a 1-1 draw by a resilient Brentford side, a result that keeps Manchester City firmly in the title race. Noni Madueke headed the leaders in front on the hour mark, but Brentford responded strongly and deservedly levelled […]

]]> Russia’s decision to block Meta-owned WhatsApp has sparked concerns over digital sovereignty, platform regulation, and cybersecurity for Nigerian citizens. WhatsApp is Nigeria’s most widely used communication platform, with over 3 billion monthly active users as of 2025 and 2026, serving as a backbone for personal communication, business transactions, media distribution, political mobilisation, and customer […]

]]> Human capital development drive seems to mark the one year of activities of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) in Obio/Akpor District & Society. The District which has been in the news for all of its first one year, is led by someone considered vibrant, Chioma Obianuju Ojukwu, a senior university lecturer […]

]]> As new blockchain opportunities emerge, buyers are weighing both established players and rising contenders. BlockDAG (BDAG) has officially launched its Mainnet, marking a key milestone for early buyers as its final private sale continues. While BDAG gains attention for this high-potential entry point, established coins like Ethereum (ETH), Solana (SOL), and Binance Coin (BNB) […]