Edmond loved the good life but was never patient with process. He didn’t like to be reminded about things like savings, investments and stuff like that. His motto whenever issues with his finances were pointed out was: “God will provide or Isn’t it God that has been seeing us to this point?” His records were Read More…
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has officially confirmed that synthetic cannabis—popularly known on the street as “Colos” (short for “Colorado”)—was discovered hidden inside moin-moin cooking sachets during a seizure in the Lekki area of Lagos. NDLEA spokesperson Femi Babafemi issued a public warning advising parents and guardians to inspect moin-moin sachets closely if Read More…
By Nkanu Egbe When Senator Babafemi Ojudu warned in a widely shared post that “Lagos is playing with fire”, he struck a raw nerve in Nigeria’s largest and most complex city. His essay, published on LinkedIn, raised concerns about ethnic politics in Lagos—particularly actions and rhetoric that may alienate or provoke segments of its diverse Read More…
By Wole Olaoye Professor Okello Oculi was a cat with many lives. He outlived the several dictators who would have been delighted to roast him, but he has left a long trail of inconsolable mourners in Nigeria where he made a home and raised a family. In all, he lived in Nigeria for 48 years, Read More…
Red Line now operational, Green Line set to break ground, airport terminal facelift approved In a bold push to transform mobility and ease congestion across Nigeria’s most populous city, the Lagos State Government and Federal authorities have unveiled major strides in infrastructure development—marking what experts are calling an “unprecedented transport revolution” in the megacity. This Read More…
Caritas Communications Limited, a pioneer in energy-focused reputation management and strategic corporate communications consulting in Africa, has announced a significant leadership transition as part of its long-term growth and succession plan. Effective August 1, 2025, Chief Adedayo Ojo, the company’s visionary founder and Chief Executive Officer, assumes a new role as Chairman of the Board Read More…
When it comes to breakfast, there’s usually a lot to unpack. From the popular opinion that it’s overrated to knowing what exactly is best to have, breakfast often sparks a lot of debate. Skipping breakfast is not as bad as we’ve been led to believe over the years. In fact, aggressive marketing by cereal companies Read More…
Most schools have closed for the session and will be resuming in September, giving us approximately two months with the kids at home. I, for one, always look forward to the holidays because I get to stop waking up so early to prepare the kids for school. I have never been a morning person, so Read More…
By Nkanu Egbe Lagos, Nigeria’s economic nerve centre, continues to chase ambitious development targets—from housing and transport to job creation and food security. Yet, one of the most powerful tools for inclusive economic participation lies neglected: cooperatives. In a city where a significant majority of the economy operates informally, the Lagos State Government has rightly Read More…
I’ve been on trips where I forgot to carry basic items that turned out to be much needed. I’ve also had co-travelers who came to me requesting the same basics they had also forgotten. It all boils down to the intentionality we give to packing. One thing I can say for sure is this: I Read More…
