Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

“Done with exams. Now… back to work.” Those were the words Ade-G muttered as he closed his laptop, packed the handouts, modules and so on, the final multiple-choice question still fresh in his mind. He let out a long sigh, not from exhaustion, but from realization. The exam was over, but the journey wasn’t. If anything, it was just another checkpoint. In the stillness of his room, Ade-G stared at the ceiling. One thought kept playing in his mind: A human being not learning is practically not living. He repeated it quietly, like a mantra. The world didn’t stop demanding…

Lagos, Nigeria — The hospitality sector in Nigeria is gearing up for renewed momentum as the Hotel Expo Nigeria (HEN), returns to Lagos with its sixth edition on September 29‑30, 2025, at the Landmark Event Centre. With Joe Hanson, at the helm, alongside his co‑founders Michael Yanai and Toni‑anne Uwaifo, the expo is fast becoming more than a trade show; it is a catalyst for redefining the country’s hospitality and tourism landscape. What is HEN? Hotel Expo Nigeria, known by its acronym HEN, is West Africa’s major hospitality, tourism, and lifestyle trade expo. It brings together hoteliers, restaurateurs, designers, suppliers,…

In today’s hyper-connected digital world, the meaning of “celebrity” is no longer confined to talent, character, or contribution. Social media, reality TV, and influencer culture have redefined stardom — often equating popularity with status, good-looking, BBL, wealth with worth, and the list goes on. Nowhere is this tension more evident than in Nigeria, where a vibrant youth population is caught between two definitions of celebrity: one rooted in materialism, and the other in authentic value. It came to me there is a need to explore the clash between these two definitions, using my Nigeria’s youth alike as a mirror for…

In a sweeping announcement, Russian health authorities have declared that Enteromix, a groundbreaking mRNA-based cancer vaccine, is now officially ready for clinical use and will be provided free of charge to eligible patients. This is A Leap Ahead in Cancer Treatment Developed using mRNA technology, similarly utilized in COVID-19 vaccines, Enteromix is designed to stimulate the immune system to recognize and destroy cancer cells. The vaccine has shown remarkable safety and effectiveness in early trials, with reports indicating 100% efficacy in both preclinical and Phase 1 testing. Initially targeting colorectal cancer, Russia’s Federal Medical and Biological Agency (FMBA), has announced…

When most drivers press the accelerator pedal, they do so with a singular goal in mind: to make the car go faster. It’s a natural response that resonates with many of us that; the more you press, the faster the vehicle moves. However, what many drivers don’t realize is that the accelerator pedal serves more than just the purpose of increasing speed. In modern vehicles, especially those built in the past two decades, boiling to electric vehicles, the accelerator has taken on an additional and often overlooked role, one that directly influences safety, fuel efficiency, and even engine management. Let’s…

Viewers of Big Brother Naija Season 10 were unexpectedly thrown offstage by a sudden broadcast interruption last night, as a power glitch caused the live transmissions to go dark for approximately two hours. Organizers quickly reassured fans that the situation was under control and that the housemates remained safe. The How? MultiChoice Nigeria, the show’s producer and broadcaster, released a statement explaining that a technical fault led to the power outage. The transmission was paused, and fans were urged to take a brief break, “Grab a snack, stretch your legs,” the statement lightheartedly advised, while the technical team worked swiftly…

Abuja, September 4, 2025 — In the wake of dawn yester, the Federal Government of Nigeria as part of a sweeping overhaul in tax policy, approved a 5% surcharge on all fossil fuel purchases, set to go into effect on January 1, 2026. The levy, introduced under the new Nigeria Tax Administration Act, will apply at the earliest point of sale, supply, or payment. Vetting The Scope and Application of the Surcharge The 5% surcharge will affect a wide range of petroleum products; including petrol, diesel, aviation fuel, and other fossil-based fuels. However, exemptions have been carved out for household…

Sidi Ould Tah Assumes Presidency Of African Development Bank With Bold Reform Vision. Dr. Sidi Ould Tah, a distinguished Mauritanian economist, was sworn in as the ninth president of the African Development Bank (AfDB) Group on 1 September 2025, marking a new chapter for Africa’s premier development finance institution. The ceremony, held at the Sofitel Abidjan Hôtel Ivoire, was attended by dignitaries including Côte d’Ivoire’s President Alassane Ouattara, Mauritania’s President Mohamed Ould Ghazouani, and outgoing AfDB President Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, whose transformative 10-year tenure concluded on the same day. Elected on 29 May 2025 with a commanding 76.18% of…

NECO Streamlines English Language Exam For 2026. The National Examinations Council (NECO) has announced a significant overhaul of its English Language Paper III for the Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (SSCE) Internal, reducing the number of objective questions from 100 to 80, effective from the 2026 examination cycle. The decision, detailed in an official circular dated 1 September 2025 and signed by Osun State Coordinator Sunday K. Bolaji, aims to streamline the examination process and improve the testing experience for students across Nigeria. The revised Paper III, which tests objective skills in English, will now consist of six sections: Antonyms…

Lagos APC Defends Federal Allocation, Highlights Overstretched Infrastructure. Lagos, Nigeria – The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has robustly defended the federal government’s allocation of funds to Lagos, arguing that the state’s infrastructure is severely overstretched due to its role as Nigeria’s economic and demographic powerhouse. In a statement issued on Wednesday, 3 September 2025, APC spokesperson Seye Oladejo dismissed claims that Lagos is “over-pampered,” asserting that the state’s contributions to the national economy and its unique challenges justify significant federal support. Oladejo described Lagos as “Nigeria in microcosm,” emphasising its status as the nation’s…

Bwala Retracts ‘No-Man’s Land’ Remark, Affirms Lagos As Yoruba Homeland. Daniel Bwala, Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Policy Communication, has retracted his controversial statement describing Lagos as a “no-man’s land,” clarifying that the state is unequivocally the historical and cultural homeland of the Yoruba people. The clarification, posted on his official X account on Wednesday, 3 September 2025, followed widespread backlash after his appearance on Arise Television’s Daybreak programme earlier that day. Bwala’s initial comment, which suggested Lagos was a “no-man’s land” due to its cosmopolitan nature, sparked outrage on social media, with critics arguing it…

International Aid Pours In As Afghanistan Reels From Devastating Earthquake. A powerful 6.0-magnitude earthquake struck eastern Afghanistan on 31 August 2025, claiming at least 1,469 lives and injuring over 3,700 people, according to the latest updates from local authorities. The disaster, centred in Kunar Province near the Pakistan border, has prompted a robust international response to support the war-torn nation’s recovery efforts. The quake, which hit just before midnight local time, had its epicentre 27 kilometres northeast of Jalalabad in Nurgal District, at a shallow depth of 8 kilometres, amplifying its destructive force. The United States Geological Survey reported…