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Lagos Government shuts eight nightclubs for safety violations

The Lagos State Government has taken decisive action by sealing eight nightclubs and event centres in both Ikeja and Victoria Island. This move is a response to various safety violations and is in alignment with the government’s commitment to public safety, as articulated by Mr. Lanre Mojola, Director General of the Lagos State Safety Commission. Read More…

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Renowned Nigerian Accountant Chief Akintola Williams passes away at 104

In a sombre moment for the accounting world and Nigeria at large, the distinguished Chief Akintola Williams, often hailed as the doyen of Nigeria’s accounting profession, peacefully passed away in his sleep at the venerable age of 104. The legacy of this remarkable pioneer, who was the country’s first indigenous chartered accountant, has left an Read More…

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Scented Stories: A Fragrant Journey Through Feminine Elegance

Discover the essence of femininity through a captivating array of fragrances, each a unique olfactory journey waiting to be explored. In the world of scent, a woman can evoke her innermost desires, express her mood, and leave an indelible impression. Let’s embark on a fragrant voyage through some of the most coveted fragrances, each offering Read More…

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NGO emphasises access to crisis support services to prevent suicides

Lifeline International, a non-governmental organisation (NGO), has underscored the critical importance of timely and accessible crisis support services in preventing suicides and saving lives. This message was conveyed by Prof. Taiwo Sheikh, the Continental Representative of the organisation, in a statement issued to commemorate the 2023 World Suicide Prevention Day (WSPD) in Lagos on Sunday. Read More…

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Nigerian Bureaux De Change operators urge CBN for digital autonomy

The Association of Bureaux De Change Operators of Nigeria (ABCON) has made a fervent appeal to the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) for a significant shift towards digital operations, aiming to democratise and centralise their activities. In an interview on Sunday, ABCON President Alhaji Aminu Gwadabe emphasised the importance of embracing technology in light of Read More…

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‘A Sunday Affair’ – A messy love triangle drama with mixed results

“A Sunday Affair” is a film that’s best described as a mixed bag. It embraces chaos in its storytelling, which can be both its charm and its downfall. The narrative revolves around a web of infidelity and complex relationships, where cheating is the central theme, and moral dilemmas take a back seat. This approach adds Read More…

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Exploring the Dark Heart of Lagos: A Review of “Lagos Noir”

Lagos Noir, meticulously edited by Chris Abani and published by Akashic Books in June 2018, is a captivating anthology of thirteen stories that takes readers on a literary journey into the heart of Lagos, Nigeria. With 224 pages of evocative prose, this anthology introduces readers to a city with a population of over 21 million, Read More…

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Exploring Global Cuisines as a Nigerian

The first country I visited outside Nigeria was the United States. We were a group and it was a business vacation. Interestingly, we eat a lot of foreign cuisines in Nigeria thanks to fast food joints and also intercontinental restaurants. But trying these foods on foreign soil is a whole new experience.  On the first Read More…

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Djokovic clinches U.S. Open title, equals Grand Slam record

Novak Djokovic refused to let Daniil Medvedev thwart his pursuit of history for a second time. In a fierce battle, Djokovic triumphed over the Russian with a score of 6-3, 7-6(5), 6-3 to secure the U.S. Open title on Sunday. This victory also marked a historic milestone as Djokovic equalled Margaret Court’s record of 24 Read More…