The Alliance for Youth Nigeria is celebrating four years of impact, marking the transformation of over 25,000 young Nigerians who are now gainfully employed through skills development, entrepreneurship support, and other employment opportunities. Founded by Nestlé Nigeria, Jobberman Nigeria, Big Bottling Company, the United Nations Global Compact Network Nigeria, and U-Connect HR Limited, the Alliance is supported by key stakeholders including the Federal Ministry of Youth, Lagos State Employment Trust Fund, and Activate Success International. Together, they share a bold vision: equipping 250,000 young Nigerians with vital employability and entrepreneurial skills by 2030. This year, 585 young people participated in…
Author: Oluwatoyin Mathnuel
Early Life and Military Career Simeon Apata was a retired Army Brigadier-General in the Nigerian Army and a veteran of the Nigerian Civil War (1967–1970). Like many officers of his generation, he rose to prominence during a period when Nigeria faced serious national challenges of unity, security, and development. His experience in the war left a lasting impression on his disciplined approach to life and service. The Founding of Apata Memorial High School In 1980, Apata founded Apata Memorial High School in Isolo, Lagos. The school was conceived as a military-style private boarding institution, reflecting his belief in discipline, structure,…
Foremost late veteran Actor Chief Kanran’ s daughter had revealed what led to her father’s death. This was said on an official U-Tube channel of Alore TV on Saturday, August 16th, 2025 During the interview ‘ the bereaved lady said” “My father slumped in the bathroom, died because there was nobody to help him at the time. Lack of assistance from anyone resulted to his death ” Actor Segun Remi’s daughter further revealed her father’s state of health “My dad was not sick though had high blood pressure. He spoke with his brother on the phone on the night before…
The Imo State Government has abolished graduation ceremonies for kindergarten, nursery, and Junior Secondary School 3 (JSS3) students, while also directing schools to stop the yearly change of textbooks. This was contained in a memo dated August 15, 2025, and signed by the Commissioner for Education, Professor Bernard Ikegwuoha.
In steadfast pursuit of its avowed mandate to guarantee the uninterrupted mobility of persons and goods across Lagos amidst the execution of critical infrastructural interventions, the Lagos State Government has announced its full preparedness for the commencement of the second phase of extensive rehabilitation works on the Ogudu–Ifako Bridge in Kosofe Local Government Area, following the successful completion and reopening of the first phase. This second phase, which entails the holistic restoration of the bridge’s expansion joints inbound Lagos Island, is scheduled to extend from Tuesday, 19th August 2025, through Wednesday, 1st October 2025. Conscious of the attendant implications for…
Access Holdings PLC has pledged its continued support for Zambia’s energy and agriculture sectors, following a courtesy visit and high-level discussion with Zambia’s President, President Hakainde Hichilema at the State House in Lusaka.During the meeting, President Hichilema noted that Zambia currently faces a shortage in power generation and transmission, and emphasised the need for increased investment following the recent open access reforms. The President also highlighted the potential for banks to support other key sectors such as agriculture and digital transformation, which are central to Zambia’s growth strategy Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede, Chairman, Access Holdings, commended the Zambian government for its bold…
Award winning Nigerian dancer and choreographer, Kafayat Shafau, popularly known as Kaffy, has shared a deeply personal account of her family’s journey from affluence to hardship, revealing the struggles that shaped her childhood. Speaking on the Honest Bunch Podcast, Kaffy recalled growing up in a wealthy household that frequently hosted Nigeria’s music legends, including King Sunny Ade, Sikiru Ayinde Barrister, and Ebenezer Obey. “My parents were in the league of MKO Abiola. They were the first people to spray dollar at parties. You would hear Sunny Ade and Barrister sing their praises. These people came to our house every weekend,”…
The Paramount Ruler of Idjerhe Kingdom, His Majesty King Monday Arthur Whiskey Udurhie I, on Thursday, 14th August, 2025 led a high powered delegation of the Idjerhe (Ijere) Kingdom in Delta State to pay a historic visit to the Natural Father of the Yoruba race and Permanent Chairman of the Southern Traditional Council of Nigeria, Arole Oodua Olofin Adimula, Ooni Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, CFR, Ojaja II, at his Ile Oodua Palace in Ile-Ife. Speaking during the royal visit, King Udurhie I stressed that traditional institutions remain the source and foundation of societal values and governance, adding that royal heritage must…
The FRSC Lagos Sector Commander, Corps Commander Kehinde Ganiyu Hamzat was honoured by the Fight Against Corruption Organisation (FACO), a Non-Governmental Organisation dedicated to eradicating corruption in Nigeria. During a courtesy visit to the FRSC Lagos Sector headquarters, the Convener of FACO, Mr. Francis Shopekan, highlighted the organisation’s mission of partnering with government agencies to uproot corruption, raise public awareness, and promote transparency across all sectors. Mr. Francis Shopekan presented the prestigious Anti-Corruption Leadership Award to the Sector Commander, Corps Commander Kehinde G. Hamzat, in recognition of his unwavering commitment to integrity, transparency, and exemplary leadership in road safety and…
The Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, has continued to prove his relevance in the prophetic ministry globally. From sports, business, politics, to education, corporate organizations, and government institutions, his prophecies continue to remain major forces to reckon with. For Primate Ayodele, prophecy is beyond just saying words, but the fulfillment of such prophecy is all that matters. Even though he has consistently said his prophecies are warnings that he doesn’t pray come to pass, disobedience on the part of recipients has made some of these warnings come into reality. Regardless, this makes people respect Primate Ayodele…