World boxing champion, Anthony Joshua is recovering in the hospital following a car accident on the Lagos-Ibadan expressway. The accident occurred at midday and involved a Toyota Lexus jeep carrying Joshua and three other people. Two passengers died in the accident. They were identified as Ayodele Kelvin Olu (36), a Nigerian-British citizen, and Gami Sina (36), a British citizen. The Ogun State Government verified the occurrence and expressed condolences to the victims’ families in a statement issued by Hon. Kayode Akinmade, Special Adviser on Information and Strategy. “Upon receiving information about the accident, Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, visited…
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The Federal Government has moved to position small-scale dairy farmers, who contribute more than 80 per cent of Nigeria’s milk supply, into a competitive, inclusive, and self-reliant sector. Dr Chinyere Akujobi, the Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Livestock Development, made this known at a training on improved dairy farming for small-scale farmers in Maiduguri. “Small-scale dairy farmers are the backbone of Nigeria’s dairy industry, a sector that occupies a strategic place in our livestock economy and national nutrition agenda,” she said. Akujobi, who was represented by Dr Yahaya Abubakar, a Director in the ministry, announced the ministry’s determination…
Meta is set to acquire Chinese-founded artificial intelligence startup Manus, as the technology giant intensifies its push to embed advanced AI capabilities across its consumer and business platforms. According to Reuters, sources familiar with the deal estimated its value at between $2 billion and $3 billion, although official financial terms were not disclosed. The acquisition underscores Meta’s growing focus on scalable, revenue-generating AI products amid intensifying global competition in artificial intelligence. Manus, which is now headquartered in Singapore, did not immediately respond to requests for comment on the transaction. The AI startup Manus rose to prominence earlier this year after going viral on X (formerly Twitter) with the launch of what it…
On Monday, December 29, 2025, Geregu Power Plc announced a shift in its ultimate beneficial ownership following a restructuring at its majority shareholder, Amperion Power Distribution Company Limited. The change comes after MA’AM Energy Limited acquired a 95% equity stake in Amperion, becoming its new controlling shareholder, according to a regulatory filing with the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX). The transaction, completed on December 29, transfers control of Amperion to MA’AM Energy Limited, this is according to a statement signed by the Company Secretary, Gbeminiyi Shoda, and filed with the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX). MA’AM Energy acquired a 95% equity stake in Amperion Power, becoming its new controlling…
‘Behind The Scenes’ has set a new Nigerian box office benchmark, grossing N1.1 billion to become Nollywood’s biggest theatrical release of the year. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the Akindele-produced film, distributed by FilmOne Entertainment, became West Africa’s fastest title to cross N1 billion in 19 days. Akindele also became the first filmmaker and director to deliver three consecutive films grossing one billion naira within a single calendar year. In a celebratory Instagram post, FilmOne thanked audiences across West Africa for their support, describing the performance as a historic milestone for the industry. “Thank you West Africa.…
‘Oversabi Aunty’ has recorded a strong run at the Nigerian box office, grossing N382.9 million in 11 days to emerge as the second biggest film of the weekend. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the movie, which is distributed by FilmOne Entertainment, has continued to draw large audiences nationwide, underscoring its growing appeal and solid performance in cinemas. In a post shared on its official Instagram page, FilmOne thanked audiences across West Africa for the impressive turnout, describing the film’s box office showing as a major milestone. “Thank you West Africa,” the distributor said, noting that Oversabi Aunty…
Gov. Ahmed Ododo of Kogi has reiterated his administration’s strong commitment to education, describing it as the key to growth and a brighter future for the people. He made the statement on Monday at the 2025 Igala Education Summit in Anyigba, Dekina Local Government Area, an event organised to mark the 25th anniversary of the Igala Education Foundation. Represented by his Deputy, Mr Joel Salifu, he commended the foundation’s leaders and supporters for their unwavering dedication to advancing education and positively impacting children and families across Igala and Bassa land. Ododo said that the late Prof. Francis Idachaba, founder of…
Billionaire businessman Femi Otedola has sold his majority stake in Geregu Power Plc for N1.088 trillion, marking a major shift in his business focus. The deal, which was financed by a syndicate of lenders led by Zenith Bank Plc, was disclosed by the Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX) on Monday, December 29, 2025. Prior to the sale, Otedola’s investment vehicle, Amperion Power Distribution Company Limited, owned close to 80 per cent of the power generation firm. It was gathered that Otedola, who also chairs First Holdco Limited — the parent company of FirstBank of Nigeria — plans to deepen his investments…
The International Red Cross has strengthened Katsina State’s fight against malnutrition with the donation of approximately 4,117 cartons containing 600,500 packs of Ready-to-Use Therapeutic Food (RUTF). Mr Bala Abdullahi-Hussaini, Secretary of the state branch of the organization, disclosed this on Monday during a meeting with journalists in Katsina. He explained that the intervention, implemented through the state’s Primary Health Care Agency, is aimed at supporting the government’s ongoing nutrition response. Abdullahi-Hussaini said Bindawa, Zango and Kankia Local Government Areas had already benefited from the RUTF distribution. “The donation is part of the Red Cross’s commitment to strengthening nutrition services across…
The Bauchi State Government says it has immunized 3.7 million children during the 2025 Measles/Rubella (MR) vaccination exercise in the state. Mr Ibrahim Sani, Information Officer of the Bauchi State Primary Healthcare Development Board (BSPHCDB), disclosed this in an interview with reporters on Monday in Bauchi. He said the campaign targeted children aged nine to 59 months and achieved 100 per cent coverage, exceeding the projected target population. According to Sani, the 2025 MR vaccination campaign recorded remarkable success, significantly reducing the risk of measles and rubella outbreaks across the state. He added that child survival interventions in the state…