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Veteran Nollywood actor, Lari Williams dies at 81
Veteran Nigerian actor, Lari Williams is dead. Williams, who was popular for his roles in hit soap operas such as Village Headmaster, Ripples, and Mirror in The Sun, died on Sunday at his home in Ikom, Cross River State, Southsouth region of Nigeria. He had been ill for a long time.
U.S. Consulate Supports Mentoring Program for 125 Young Nigerian Leaders
The U.S. government says it is committed to supporting emerging Nigerian leaders in their efforts to spur growth and prosperity, strengthen democratic governance, and enhance peace and security.
NDLEA raids Lagos Island drug den, arrests drug kingpin
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency NDLEA has arrested a major drug kingpin operating in the notorious Patey Lagos Island drug haven, South West Nigeria Mrs. Sherifat Kehinde Lawal with 5,862 kilograms of assorted illicit drugs including loud and codeine.
Russia Attacks: FG to start evacuating Nigerians from Ukraine – Ministry
The Federal Government has promised to embark on the evacuation of Nigerians living in Ukraine as soon as the airports in the country are opened.
LAWMA MD bags Lagos Panorama Sustainable Waste Management Award
The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), Ibrahim Adejuwon Odumboni, has bagged the Lagos Panorama Distinguished Waste Management Award, second in the series.
Governor Makinde approves March 11 for installation of new Olubadan
The Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, is to install and present the Staff of Office to Senator Lekan Balogun, as the 42nd Olubadan of Ibadanland on Friday, March 11, 2022.
LASG Will Rehabilitate Awolowo Museum in Lekki LCDA – Special Adviser
The Special Adviser to Lagos State Governor on Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mr. Solomon Bonu, has disclosed that the Obafemi Awolowo Museum located at the beach creek of Lekki LCDA headquarters will be restored by the Babajide Sanwo-Olu administration to serve its intended purpose.
Kenyan High Commissioner to Nigeria dies in Abuja
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced the sudden death of Hon Dr. Ambassador Wilfred Machage, Kenyan High Commissioner to Nigeria who is also accredited to 12 other countries in Central and Western Africa. The death occurred in Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory.
(WATCH VIDEO) 2023 Presidency: Asiwaju pays homage to Alafin Oyo
The National Leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu has continued his consultation towards his quest for his 2023 presidential ambition with a visit to the Paramount Traditional Leader, HRM Alafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi III on Sunday.
Asiwaju Tinubu pays glowing tribute to late Prof Tunde Samuel
All Progress Congress National Leader, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, has paid glowing tribute to his close companion and loyal ally, Prof. Tunde Samuel, who died on Wednesday February 16 in Lagos following a brief illness.