‘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…
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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…
Dr Emmanuel Agogo, Director of Pandemic Threats at the Foundation for Innovative New Diagnostics (FIND), has said the next pandemic does not have to become a global crisis if countries strengthen their preparedness systems. Agogo stated this in an interview with reporters in Abuja on Monday, stressing that sustained investment in resilient health systems is crucial to preventing future outbreaks from escalating into worldwide emergencies. He noted that the International Day of Pandemic Preparedness, observed on Dec. 27, highlights lessons from past outbreaks, showing that effective preparedness depends on strong health services and collaboration at all levels. According to him,…
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…
Some Nigerian medical doctors have urged their counterparts living abroad to invest in medical charity initiatives in their home communities. The call was made on Monday during a one-day medical outreach held for residents of Nnebukwu in Oguta Local Government Area of Imo State. The annual yuletide outreach, organized by medical professionals and prominent sons of the community, aims to provide essential healthcare services and support to local residents. Addressing reporters before the event, Dr Ifeomasinachi Chukwuma-Ogbonna said: “The medical profession is a compassionate one, hence the need to reach out to the less privileged, especially during the yuletide.” The…
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has reiterated its commitment to conserving Nigeria’s biosphere reserves to ensure environmental preservation and discourage human activities that contribute to climate change. Dr Jean-Paul Abiaga, Head of Office of UNESCO Abuja and the organizations representative in Nigeria, stated this in an interview with reporters on Monday in Abuja. He said UNESCO is actively supporting the conservation of key biosphere reserves in Nigeria, including the Oban Biosphere Reserve in Cross River State, the Omo Biosphere Reserve in Ogun State and the Shere Hills Biosphere Reserve in Plateau State. Abiaga explained that the…
Experts on Monday called for the adoption of smart farming practices to boost domestic food production, improve food security, and reduce Nigeria’s dependence on food imports. Speaking to reporters from both agribusiness and research perspectives, the experts said smart farming is data-driven and can significantly reduce reliance on imported food. Dr Tokunbo Ajayi, a Director at GkO Farms, explained that techniques such as precision agriculture allow farmers to optimist the use of resources, including water, fertilizers, and pesticides, reducing waste and increasing crop yields. “By utilizing data analytics, farmers can make informed decisions about planting times, crop selection, and resource…
A renowned tech executive, Dr Kyari Bukar, on Sunday lauded the students of the Future Prowess Foundation in Maiduguri for showcasing their intellectual prowess in the development of high-tech patents. The tech veteran, who spoke in a live programme, mentoring student innovators during an innovation showcase in Maiduguri, expressed optimism about the students’ capability to forge Nigeria’s path into digital sovereignty in the near future. Bukar, also the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Inlaks Ltd, insisted that the future of technology and the young people in Africa, especially in Nigeria, was quite bright. Bukar, however, emphasised the need…