Author: Lilian Azuh

The University of Lagos came alive with colour, music and youthful energy as thousands of students gathered for the Infinix HOT 70 Pro “Be Seen. Be Hot.” Campus Storm, an unforgettable celebration of technology, entertainment and self-expression that transformed the campus into the ultimate destination for youth culture. Bringing together students from the University of Lagos, Yaba College of Technology, the Federal College of Education and neighbouring institutions, the Campus Storm delivered an immersive experience where innovation met entertainment, giving attendees the opportunity to engage with the HOT 70 Pro in exciting and unexpected ways. The event also marked a…

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The controversial “Director-General” of the non-existent Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC), Adeniyi Adeyemi, has finally been arrested. He was arrested comes after Justice Mohammed Umar of the Federal High Court in Abuja issued a warrant for his arrest. More details later…

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The Director General, NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa presenting a goodwill message at the Nigeria Infrastructure Conference (INFRACON) 2026 organised by Nigeria Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines & Agriculture (NACCIMA) The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) says expanding digital infrastructure is crucial to Nigeria’s industrialisation plan, stressing that technology remains a leading enabler of the country’s economic development and growth. NITDA made the declaration at the maiden edition of the Nigeria Infrastructure Conference (INFRACON 2026), organized by the Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce and Industries (NACCIMA) in Abuja under the theme “Mobilising Private Capital for Sustainable Infrastructure Development…

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JMG Limited, Nigeria’s leading integrated electro-mechanical solutions company, has called for stronger collaboration between government, industry, and educational institutions to equip young Nigerians with future-ready skills that will drive innovation, enhance employability, and accelerate sustainable economic growth. The call comes in commemoration of World Youth Skills Day 2026, celebrated annually on July 15. This year’s theme, “Skills for a Shared Future,” highlights the importance of equipping young people with the technical, digital, artificial intelligence, green and human skills needed to thrive in an increasingly dynamic job market. Beyond its call for stronger collaboration, JMG has demonstrated a tangible commitment to…

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Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc (“GTCO” or the “Group”) has announced the 2026 rollout of its social impact initiative called #BeatTheDistance.This is a nationwide intervention aimed at supporting school children in underserved communities through the provision of bicycles to ease their daily commute to school. Marking the second edition of the initiative, GTCO will distribute 3,000 bicycles to schoolchildren across six states in Nigeria—Ebonyi, Jigawa, Benue, Oyo, Akwa Ibom, and Ekiti. The programme builds on the impact of its inaugural rollout in 2019 and underscores the Group’s commitment to improving access to education through practical, community-focused interventions. By helping to…

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Senegalese-American music star, Aliaune Thiam, simply known as Akon, has opened up about how he became involved in Wizkid’s early career, revealing that he signed the Nigerian singer through Olubankole Wellington, aka Banky W, after recognising his potential during a visit to Nigeria. Speaking in a now-trending interview with The Shade Room on Tuesday, Akon dismissed suggestions that he personally discovered Wizkid, insisting that the credit belongs to Banky W, who had already identified and developed the young artiste before introducing him. “Banky W discovered Wizkid. That’s how that collaboration went. I went to Nigeria, and Banky brought me Wiz, and I’m like: ‘Bro!…

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Afrobeats superstar David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has opened up about what he considers his greatest fear, admitting that he worries about not knowing the right time to step away from music. Speaking during a recent video broadcast, the award-winning singer reflected on the pressures that come with fame and the emotional toll experienced by celebrities whose popularity fades over time. According to Davido, watching once-successful public figures lose their relevance is frightening, adding that he would establish a therapy centre to support celebrities dealing with life after fame if given the opportunity. Vanguard

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