Author: Olabisi Hannah Omobolanle

DID YOU KNOW? Many people start a new week with plans, ideas, and expectations but never take the time to properly write them down. Research as shown that, people who write down their goals are more likely to stay focused and achieve them than those who only keep plans in their heads. Writing your goals gives you a clearer sense of direction. It helps you organize your thoughts, track your progress, manage your time better, and stay motivated throughout the week. Even something as simple as a daily to-do list can improve productivity and reduce stress. Experts also believe that…

DID YOU KNOW?Many small business owners believe lack of customers is the major reason businesses fail. However, experience shows that poor financial management plays a bigger role. One of the most common mistakes is mixing personal money with business funds. When this happens, it becomes difficult to track profits, control spending, or even know if the business is truly growing. Over time, this lack of clarity can lead to wrong decisions and eventual business failure. 3 Simple Ways to Avoid This Separating your finances is not just discipline,it’s what keeps your business alive. Which of these are you currently practicing?

DID YOU KNOW?Many people believe they need long hours at the gym to stay healthy. However, health experts say even a short period of physical activity can make a difference. Engaging in just 10 minutes of exercise daily such as brisk walking, stretching, or light workouts can help improve mood, reduce stress levels, and boost overall mental well-being.That’s because when you exercise, your body releases things that help you feel better and more relaxed. Quick Ways to Get Started Have you exercised today, even for 10 minutes?

Yesterday’s match between Nigeria and Morocco showed that football is not only about talent, but about using chances wisely. The game had exciting moments, good skills, and strong effort from both teams. However, it also showed how missed opportunities can change the direction of a match. Nigeria started the game with confidence and energy. Some of the key players performed well and showed why they are regarded as stars. The midfield players worked hard to control the ball and create chances. The attackers made good runs and tried to break through Morocco’s defense. At several points in the match, Nigeria…

The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) has declared that the proposed enforcement of a 15 per cent ad-valorem import duty on Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) and Automotive Gas Oil (AGO) will no longer proceed as initially contemplated. In a communiqué released via its official X (formerly Twitter) handle on Thursday, the Authority’s Director of Public Affairs, George Ene-Ita, affirmed that the policy, which had been earlier sanctioned by the Federal Government, is “no longer in view.” This clarification follows reports that President Bola Tinubu had previously endorsed the introduction of a 15 per cent import duty on…

The Presidency has rejected the World Bank’s latest economic report estimating that 139 million Nigerians are living in poverty, describing the figure as exaggerated, outdated, and inconsistent with the country’s current socio-economic conditions. In a statement released on Wednesday by President Bola Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Media and Public Communication, Sunday Dare, the government argued that the global lender’s poverty estimate must be properly “contextualised” within the technical limitations of international poverty measurement models.Dare stated that while Nigeria values its partnership with the World Bank, the 139 million figure is “unrealistic and detached from on-ground realities.” According to the Presidency,…

The Nigeria Police Force and the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) have formed a joint committee to enhance cooperation and strengthen mutual understanding in the enforcement of laws across the country. The development followed a recent meeting between the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, and a delegation of the NBA led by its President, Afam Osigwe (SAN), at the Force Headquarters in Abuja. The meeting, whose outcome was announced on Thursday, focused on improving collaboration between the two institutions and addressing public concerns over the enforcement of the Motor Vehicles (Prohibition of Tinted Glass) Act, 1991. During the discussions, both parties…

President Bola Tinubu has announced that Nigeria is emerging from one of its toughest economic challenges in recent history, insisting that the bold reforms introduced by his administration are now delivering tangible results. In a national broadcast marking Nigeria’s 65th Independence anniversary, Tinubu declared that “the worst is over,” citing improvements across key economic indicators, including GDP growth, inflation, non-oil revenue, and foreign reserves. According to the President, the economy expanded by 4.23 percent in the second quarter of 2025, the fastest pace in four years and above IMF projections. Inflation dropped to 20.12 percent, its lowest level in three…

President Bola Tinubu has praised Nigeria’s military and security agencies for “winning the war” against terrorism, banditry, and other violent crimes, declaring that peace has returned to many previously occupied communities in the North-East and North-West. In his Independence Day broadcast, Tinubu commended the sacrifices of soldiers and security operatives, saying their victories were evident in the return of thousands of displaced citizens to their homes. “We must continue to celebrate their gallantry and courage on behalf of a grateful nation,” he said. The President also spotlighted initiatives targeted at empowering young Nigerians, describing them as the nation’s “greatest assets.”…

A petrol tanker carrying 45,000 litres of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), also known as petrol, crashed and caught fire on Monday along the Iseyin/Oyo Road in Oyo State. The incident happened at NICO Farm, located in the Iseyin Local Government Area. The tanker, with the number plate Lagos LM62XP, reportedly lost control while in motion, somersaulted into a ditch, and caught fire. The Chairman of the Oyo State Fire Service, Maroof Akinwande, confirmed the incident in Ibadan. He said firefighters were immediately dispatched to the scene after receiving the alert. “The fire was reported at exactly 10:46 a.m. on Monday,”…