Lagos Parks Free for Christmas: 25th-27th Dec
Lagos State announces free entry to all state-managed parks from Dec 25-27, 2025, with extended hours until 8 PM. Enjoy family fun and festive lights!
Lagos State announces free entry to all state-managed parks from Dec 25-27, 2025, with extended hours until 8 PM. Enjoy family fun and festive lights!
FirstBank, UBA, Stanbic IBTC, and Union Bank warn customers to be vigilant against scams targeting mobile apps and USSD banking. Protect your OTPs and PINs.
Nigerian banks and capital market firms will close physical branches for Christmas. Customers are advised to use mobile apps, USSD, and online platforms for uninterrupted services.
A major fire has gutted the 22-storey Great Nigeria Insurance House on Lagos Island. Emergency services are battling the blaze as the number of casualties remains unknown. Get the latest updates.
The Apete community in Ibadan mourns Abdullahi Sheriff, 15, and Adekitan Rasheed, 13, who drowned in a local river. Learn the details and urgent safety calls from residents.
A National Open University student died after collapsing during a test at the Victoria Island centre. Eyewitnesses allege a lecturer delayed help. Read the full investigation.
Abuja's premier exclusive golf resort estate, Mshel Hutu Exclusive, is now here. Offering luxury living, a world-class golf course, amusement park, 5-star hotel & more. Secure your piece today!
Lagos State Government announces decisive steps to regulate informal spaces like road setbacks and under-bridge areas. Commissioner Dr. Oluyinka Olumide outlines plan for safety and sustainable urban growth. Read more.
Professor Kenneth Amaeshi named inaugural holder of the FirstBank Samuel Asabia Professorial Chair of Business Ethics at UNILAG, marking a major step for ethical leadership in Nigeria.
Golf X, a new immersive golf-entertainment experience, has launched at Lakowe Lakes in Lagos. Featuring Topgolf-style tech, it aims to redefine leisure and make golf accessible to all. Open now for bookings.
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde commits to working with stakeholders for lasting peace between farmers and herders. Read about the summit and the state's anti-open grazing law.
Social critic Scott Iguma urges Lagos government to install CCTV cameras on major roads following repeated sightings of dead bodies. He calls it a public safety necessity.
Lagos State Task Force arrests Makinde Rasaq for indiscriminate waste disposal. Commissioner Tokunbo Wahab warns of zero tolerance for environmental infractions. Read more.
Lagos State Government commits to collaboration with NIOB to enforce building standards, ensure safety, and promote sustainable urban growth. Learn about the new regulatory push.
Despite US-China tensions, Chinese open-source AI like DeepSeek and Alibaba's Qwen are winning over American companies with low cost and customizability. Discover why firms are switching.
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu says strong government-private sector collaboration is critical for affordable housing in Lagos. Learn about the state's strategy.
Lagos State's new Tenancy Bill proposes severe penalties, including N1m fines and jail, for landlords who harass tenants or evict without court orders. Read the full details.
Golf legend Rory McIlroy has clinched the BBC Sports Personality of the Year award for 2025 after a historic season. Read about his victory and the other winners.
Lagos police have arrested five suspects for orchestrating a fake kidnapping to extort N1.7m from a victim's mother. The staged video caused public panic. Read details of the police investigation.
President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Chief Michael Abiodun Ponle, the 86-year-old Chairman of Miccom Wires and Cable. Read about his legacy in engineering and tourism.
Kenny Blaq's Reckless Music-Comedy Festival delivered an unforgettable night of laughter and music in Lagos. FirstBank, as headline sponsor, reaffirmed its commitment to Nigeria's creative industry through its December IssaVybe campaign.
A passenger on Alaska Airlines Flight 87 attempted to open a cabin door mid-air, leading to restraint by fellow travellers and his arrest. Read the shocking details of the incident.
The 1808 Charity Junior Golf Tournament uses sports advocacy to tackle Nigeria's education crisis, aiming to send 1,000 children back to school in 2025. Learn how young golfers are driving change.
A Lagos woman was left distressed after a tout, known as an 'agbero', snatched her bottle of Fanta and fled. The incident, captured on video, has ignited discussions on public safety. Read the full story.
Six inmates at Kuje Correctional Centre graduate with degrees from NOUN, proving education reforms lives. Read their inspiring story of hope and rehabilitation.
Six inmates at Kuje Medium Security Custodial Centre have earned university degrees from NOUN, showcasing education's power for rehabilitation. Read their inspiring stories of hope and purpose.
Mowe Golf Town, a women-led residential project in Ogun State, has been named Green Sustainable Housing Project of the Year at the 7th Africa Housing Awards in Abuja. The award recognises its eco-friendly design and community impact.
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu commits to empowering food innovators at the 2025 Lagos Food Festival. Read how the state is strengthening its food value chain and celebrating culinary diversity.
Lagos experienced a cultural takeover as Smirnoff Ice powered five distinct raves across the city from Monochroma to Bioskey's Playhouse, uniting scenes with music, flavour, and energy. Discover how the brand became the weekend's heartbeat.
Dayo Folarin emerged victorious at the 11th Alake Golf Tournament in Abeokuta, defeating over 130 players. Discover all the winners and highlights from the prestigious event.