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Lagos Government Launches Second Phase of Compensation Registration for Oworonshoki Regeneration
The Lagos State Government has commenced a second round of enumeration for property owners in Oworonshoki, a key step in compensating residents affected by the ongoing urban regeneration project. The exercise, organized by the Lagos State Urban Renewal Agency (LASURA), took place at the Oloworo Palace in Kosofe Local Government Area. It aims to register…
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Grasim Industries Shares Plunge Over 6% After Birla Opus CEO Exit Sparks Growth Concerns
Shares of Grasim Industries Ltd (GRAS.NS) plunged as much as 6.5% on Thursday—marking the steepest intraday decline in more than three years—after the sudden exit of the CEO of its newly launched paints division triggered concerns about long-term growth. Leadership Change Drives Stock Selloff Rakshit Hargave, who served as CEO of Grasim’s paints arm, Birla…
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Protesting Contractors Block National Assembly Gates Over Unpaid Debts
The House of Representatives yesterday convened a marathon closed-door session lasting about three hours before resuming plenary proceedings. Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu, who presided over the session, called for a motion to dissolve into an executive session again at 12:02 p.m. The meeting reportedly addressed issues surrounding debts owed to indigenous contractors by the Federal…
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Anambra Governorship Election: Eight LGAs Poised to Decide Saturday’s Contest
All eyes are on cccc as voters prepare to head to the polls this Saturday to elect the next governor. The contest will determine whether incumbent Governor Chukwuma Soludo of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) retains power or hands it over to a challenger from another party. Political analysts suggest that eight local government…
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Asia Stocks Rebound After Strong U.S. Economic Data Eases Valuation Concerns
Asian stock markets posted gains on Thursday, partially recovering from the sharp selloff in the previous session. The rebound was fueled by stronger-than-expected U.S. economic data, helping soothe investor anxiety over stretched equity valuations. U.S. Data Boosts Market Confidence Wall Street surged overnight after reports showed the U.S. services sector hit an eight-month high in…
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Zambia Eyes Adoption of Nigeria’s National Values Charter
Zambia has expressed interest in studying Nigeria’s National Values Charter, the foundation of the proposed Nigerian Identity Project, which was previously approved by the Federal Executive Council (FEC). This development emerged during the second meeting between officials of Nigeria’s National Orientation Agency (NOA), led by Director General Lanre Issa-Onilu, and the Zambian High Commission, led…
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UFC Under Investigation for Suspicious Betting Activity at Vegas 110 Fight
The UFC has reportedly contacted the FBI following allegations of unusual betting activity surrounding a fight at UFC Vegas 110. The bout in question involved featherweight Isaac Dulgarian, who was favored to defeat underdog Yadier del Valle, yet surprisingly lost in the first round by a rear-naked choke. UFC Takes Immediate Action After Betting Red…
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Sister Victoria Clarke Becomes Acting Chair of Brotherhood of Cross and Star
Sister Victoria Clarke has been appointed Acting Chair of the Brotherhood of Cross and Star (BCS), marking a historic milestone for the religious organization. The appointment follows directives from the Sole Spiritual Head, Olumba Olumba Obu, popularly known as O O Obu. This is the first time in the BCS’s history that the leadership position…
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Inter Milan Edge Past Kairat to Maintain Champions League 100% Record
Inter Milan survived a second-half scare to secure a narrow victory over Kazakhstan’s Kairat Almaty and continue their perfect start in the 2025/26 UEFA Champions League group stage. The Italian giants came into the match in dominant form, having scored nine goals and conceded none in their first three Champions League fixtures. Their early control…
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Over 75,000 Youths Trained Under Federal Government’s IDEAS-TVET Initiative
The Federal Government of Nigeria has successfully trained more than 75,000 youths in vocational skills through the Innovation Development and Effective in the Acquisition of Skills (IDEAS) TVET Initiative. Speaking at the launch of a six-month free training program for 100 participants in Agriculture and Aquaculture in Badagry, Lagos State, Mrs. Blessing Ogwu, National Project…
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