The Nigerian Association of Petroleum Explorationists (NAPE) held its 43rd Annual International Conference and Exhibition (AICE) in Lagos on November 11, 2025, featuring its signature African Night celebration. The event also marked a leadership transition, as Mrs. Cecilia Olajumoke officially became NAPE President, succeeding Johnbosco Uche. Olajumoke emphasized NAPE’s commitment to capacity building, increased exploration,

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Florence Ifeoluwa Otedola, popularly known as Cuppy, recently surprised her father, billionaire Femi Otedola, with a birthday request that left him speechless. Instead of asking for jewelry or a jet, Cuppy asked for her father’s £70 million mansion in St. John’s Wood, London as her 33rd birthday gift. The request reportedly came during a lighthearted

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Franklin Emenike Okamigbo, popularly known as Frank Papas, has announced the passing of his mother, Lady Adaeze Asa Black Nnem, in a heartfelt tribute that highlighted her role as his teacher, confidant, and “wingwoman.” In his moving message, Okamigbo expressed gratitude for his mother’s wisdom, care, and sacrifices, describing her as “the strongest person I’ve

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As the 2027 elections in Ogun State draw closer, political speculation is heating up, with several names emerging as potential contenders to succeed Governor Dapo Abiodun. While many frontrunners are already widely discussed, two figures—Jimi Adebisi Lawal and Chief Ganiyu Adeleke Dada—are being tipped as possible “wildcards” who could disrupt expectations. In the Ogun State

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Sir Azuh Arinze, KSM, publisher and Editor-in-Chief of YES INTERNATIONAL! Magazine, has been conferred with the Fellowship of the Chartered Institute of Local Government and Public Administration of Nigeria (CIPA) in recognition of his outstanding contributions to leadership, administration, and public service. Established in 1996 and chartered by Act of Parliament No. 1 of 2017,

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Lagos State lawmaker Adewale Temitope Adedeji, popularly known as Temitope Jah, has garnered strong support from traditional rulers, APC chieftains, and residents of Ifako-Ijaiye Constituency I for a third term in office. The endorsement was announced during an empowerment programme for 500 widows organized by the lawmaker at his constituency office. Constituents praised Adewale for

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Adedoyin Kukoyi is a woman of many talents—master of ceremonies, entrepreneur, actress, filmmaker, and founder of the Pregnant Care Foundation. A trained broadcaster, Kukoyi revealed she might have become a lawyer if not for an early setback in her academic journey. “I could have gone into sciences, but I still couldn’t because I had an

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Nollywood actress Sola Kosoko Abina has opened up about the difficulties of managing an acting career alongside business ventures. In a recent interview, Abina explained that the demanding nature of acting often leaves little room for other pursuits. “Acting doesn’t leave much room for other ventures,” she said. “At one point, I had a boutique

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Veteran Nigerian actor Sesan Adio, popularly known as Ojoge, has revealed that his limited formal education has significantly impacted his life and career. Speaking on a recent YouTube podcast, Ojoge explained that although he displayed early academic brilliance, circumstances beyond his control led him to drop out of school after Primary 5. He recounted a

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All roads will lead to Centre Point Event Centre, Abuja, on December 6, 2025, as the Miss Africa International 2025 pageant takes centre stage in a spectacular celebration of African beauty, culture, and empowerment. Founder and organiser Dr. Anita May Igoni revealed that this year’s edition aims to go beyond the glitz and glamour to

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