Author: Newsjaunts
…“He lost his ward to Tinubu, but Tinubu won in mine” — Adebutu Fires Shots at Governor
In a significant move toward fostering synergy between key players in the real estate sector, the Chairman of the Nigerian Institution of Estate Surveyors and Valuers (NIESV), Lagos State Branch, ESV Tosin Kadiri, led a high-powered delegation on a courtesy visit to the Chairman of Adron Group, Sir Aare Adetola Emmanuelking KOF. The visit, which took place at the Adron Homes Head Office, demonstrated the growing need for strategic partnerships to accelerate housing delivery and professional integration within Nigeria’s real estate ecosystem. Welcoming the NIESV delegation, the Group Chairman, Sir Aare Adetola Emmanuelking, a proud member of the Institute, shared…
Olumide Olofinji, professionally known as Drey Star, is a rising Afro-fusion artiste and gifted singer-songwriter hailing from Ondo State, Nigeria. He has lived most of his life in Abeokuta and Lagos as a teenager and an adult. He is the only son in a close-knit family of six and holds a degree in Animal Nutrition from the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB). Drey Star began his musical journey professionally in 2018, after years of playing instruments and drawing inspiration from his music idols. His debut track, “GOD DEY,” marked the beginning of a vibrant catalog that includes four other…
By: Lahbash As Nigeria prepares for the August 16, 2025 bye-elections, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is facing heavy backlash over its decision to exclude candidates of the Labour Party (LP) from the contest—a move described by political observers as a troubling sign of democratic deterioration. The sweeping disqualification has drawn widespread criticism, particularly from the Labour Party’s leadership and affected aspirants. Among them is Adewale Michael Adesanya, the party’s candidate for Remo Federal Constituency, who was officially nominated on July 19 but is now barred from the electoral race due to what INEC termed unresolved internal party disputes.…
In a renewed and well-coordinated offensive to stamp out criminal elements and flush out bandits from their enclaves, troops of Operation WHIRL STROKE (OPWS) led by Commander Sector 1 Col KO Bukoye and supported by the Air Component have continued offensive operations across Benue and neighbouring Taraba States, between 02 – 03 August 2025. The high-impact operation was carried out simultaneously in Tse-Ahur and Chito general areas of Ukum Local Government of Benue State, with Sector 3 providing a strategic blocking position in Gindin Mangoro, Wukari LGA of Taraba State to interdict fleeing insurgents. The deliberate manoeuvre and multi-sectoral coordination…
Lagos, Nigeria –– Interswitch, Leading African technology company focused on creating solutions that enable individuals and communities prosper, has reaffirmed its commitment to transforming the continent’s hospitality sector through technology during its participation as an exhibitor at the Hotel Managers Conference Africa (HMC) 2025, held on June 28–29 at the Lagos Continental Hotel. The two-day conference brought together stakeholders across the hospitality industry to explore new pathways for sustainable growth through technology, strategic partnerships, and global best practices. Interswitch’s participation spotlighted its comprehensive portfolio of payment solutions tailored to the evolving needs of hospitality businesses. The company showcased its Interswitch Smart POS,…
In its ongoing transformation of Anambra State, Governor Charles Chukwuma Soludo and members of the Anambra State Executive Council (ANSEC) approved the construction of the Nri-Agbanabo-Nimo Road as part of efforts to turn the state into the Dubai-Silicon Valley of the country. The decision for the new project was reached at the 17th ANSEC meeting held on the 30th of July 2025, at the Light House, Awka, where the apex body also made other significant decisions. According to the State’s Commissioner for Information, Law Mefor, ANSEC also came up with the restoration of the name, Abakaliki Street, which was renamed…
Nigerian entrepreneur Aisha Maina has just secured an Afreximbank-backed USD 40 million investment to build a deep-water port in St Kitts. Beyond paving a direct shipping gateway for African exporters, she is personally leading a Caribbean trade mission across Grenada, Jamaica and Trinidad, opening doors for new partnerships in agribusiness, manufacturing and professional services. The project is expected to generate thousands of jobs in the Eastern Caribbean and Africa while providing African producers with faster, cost-efficient access to lucrative markets. Maina’s initiative exemplifies South-South cooperation at its best and underscores Nigeria’s capacity to shape global trade corridors. Find below the release and attached images…
WWE’s SummerSlam has always been one of the biggest wrestling events of the year, but this year’s edition feels even larger. Over two nights, Saturday and Sunday, fans will witness 10 title matches, long-awaited returns, and major shifts in power. SummerSlam airs live at 11pm each night on the WWE channel 68 on GOtv. Night One: Championship Clash & Celebrity Chaos Saturday’s lineup is explosive from the jump, with matchups that mix technical brilliance, crowd appeal, and high drama. Randy Orton & Jelly Roll team up against Drew McIntyre & Logan Paul in a celebrity-fueled tag battle, while Roman Reigns…
Between traffic jams, crazy deadlines, family demands, and the constant stress of living in a place like Lagos or Abuja, self-care can easily feel like a luxury you can’t afford. But the truth is, it doesn’t have to be a trip to the spa or a weekend getaway. Sometimes, it’s in the little everyday things that help you pause, breathe, and feel human again. Self-care is not a one-size-fits-all. For one person, it might be a short walk after work. For another, it could be watching Tinsel while eating eba. Some prefer to talk it out with friends. Others just…