Mustapha Enesi to release short story collection
A writer, Mustapha Enesi, is set to make his literary debut with his short story collection titled, I Cry at the Feet of My Other Body, scheduled for publication by Witsprouts Books. A statement shared with Society Plus noted that the collection is “loaded with diverse narratives and themes, promises to transport readers into worlds
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A writer, Mustapha Enesi, is set to make his literary debut with his short story collection titled, I Cry at the Feet of My Other Body, scheduled for publication by Witsprouts Books. A statement shared with Society Plus noted that the collection is “loaded with diverse narratives and themes, promises to transport readers into worlds
Obey dances with Obasanjo at 83rd birthday party
Veteran juju musician, Ebenezer Obey-Fabiyi, celebrated his 83rd birthday in style during the week, surrounded by family, friends, and well-wishers. The event, which held in Lagos, was a vibrant showcase of love and appreciation for the music legend. The theme of the day was blue, with the welcome banner and cake adorned in the colour.
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Veteran juju musician, Ebenezer Obey-Fabiyi, celebrated his 83rd birthday in style during the week, surrounded by family, friends, and well-wishers. The event, which held in Lagos, was a vibrant showcase of love and appreciation for the music legend. The theme of the day was blue, with the welcome banner and cake adorned in the colour.
Kano residents caution police as Sanusi meets IG Tuesday
The 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, is billed to meet the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, on Tuesday. Sanusi was invited to the Force Headquarters in Abuja by Egbetokun through a letter dated April 4 and signed by a Commissioner of Police (Operations), Olajide Ibitoye. The IGP requested Sanusi to report to
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The 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, is billed to meet the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, on Tuesday. Sanusi was invited to the Force Headquarters in Abuja by Egbetokun through a letter dated April 4 and signed by a Commissioner of Police (Operations), Olajide Ibitoye. The IGP requested Sanusi to report to
Maintain a good gut health (2)
The rainy season comes with a lot of goodies. Talinum triangulare (waterleaf) is in season. Crassocephalum crepidioides, known as ‘efo ebolo’ in Yoruba, Crassocephalum biafrae, known as ‘efo worowo’, and Amaranthus viridis (tete abalaye) are also some of the vegetables that come with this season. Nobody plants all these vegetables—nature gives them to us! Please
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The rainy season comes with a lot of goodies. Talinum triangulare (waterleaf) is in season. Crassocephalum crepidioides, known as ‘efo ebolo’ in Yoruba, Crassocephalum biafrae, known as ‘efo worowo’, and Amaranthus viridis (tete abalaye) are also some of the vegetables that come with this season. Nobody plants all these vegetables—nature gives them to us! Please
Wema Bank’s 80th anniversary
Former employees of Wema Bank Plc are set to host their second reunion as part of the celebrations marking the 80th anniversary of the bank. The event, organised under the banner of the Wema Ex-Colleagues Group, will feature a variety of activities to commemorate the significant milestone in the history of the financial institution. The
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Former employees of Wema Bank Plc are set to host their second reunion as part of the celebrations marking the 80th anniversary of the bank. The event, organised under the banner of the Wema Ex-Colleagues Group, will feature a variety of activities to commemorate the significant milestone in the history of the financial institution. The
Nigeria’s public debt hits N144.67tn, up 48.58% YoY
Nigeria’s total public debt rose to N144.67tn ($94.23bn) as of December 31, 2024, representing a 48.58 per cent increase compared to N97.34tn ($108.23bn) recorded at the end of December 2023. The Debt Management Office disclosed this in its latest report on the country’s public debt profile. The report also revealed a quarter-on-quarter rise of 1.65
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Nigeria’s total public debt rose to N144.67tn ($94.23bn) as of December 31, 2024, representing a 48.58 per cent increase compared to N97.34tn ($108.23bn) recorded at the end of December 2023. The Debt Management Office disclosed this in its latest report on the country’s public debt profile. The report also revealed a quarter-on-quarter rise of 1.65
Glowfield students dazzle at maiden inter-house sports
Pupils of Glowfield International School dazzled with spectacular performances at their maiden inter-house sports competition held at Salem Christian Centre, Lekki, Lagos State, on Saturday. Sapphire House emerged winners of the colourful event that featured a march past and track and field events, with swimming and football competitions already concluded before the main day. Parents
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Pupils of Glowfield International School dazzled with spectacular performances at their maiden inter-house sports competition held at Salem Christian Centre, Lekki, Lagos State, on Saturday. Sapphire House emerged winners of the colourful event that featured a march past and track and field events, with swimming and football competitions already concluded before the main day. Parents
Retired NAMA workers demand unpaid pension increments
Retired employees of the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency are demanding that the government honour its commitment to increase their pensions, which have remained unpaid since 2007. Despite multiple directives from regulatory bodies, pensioners claim NAMA has failed to implement the required adjustments, leaving many retirees struggling financially. A pensioner who spoke anonymously to The Punch,
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Retired employees of the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency are demanding that the government honour its commitment to increase their pensions, which have remained unpaid since 2007. Despite multiple directives from regulatory bodies, pensioners claim NAMA has failed to implement the required adjustments, leaving many retirees struggling financially. A pensioner who spoke anonymously to The Punch,
Pure Souls Foundation holds seventh autism art exhibition
In celebration of Autism Awareness Month, the Pure Souls Learning Foundation hosted the seventh edition of its annual autism art exhibition with the theme, ‘My Whispering Voice’, at the TR Art Gallery in Ikoyi, Lagos. The foundation uses the event to reaffirm its commitment to reshaping narratives and celebrating the extraordinary talents of individuals on
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In celebration of Autism Awareness Month, the Pure Souls Learning Foundation hosted the seventh edition of its annual autism art exhibition with the theme, ‘My Whispering Voice’, at the TR Art Gallery in Ikoyi, Lagos. The foundation uses the event to reaffirm its commitment to reshaping narratives and celebrating the extraordinary talents of individuals on
African storytelling goes digital with Echoes Game Jam
The intersection of culture and video games development is taking a bold step forward as three winning projects from the inaugural Echoes Game Jam prepare to debut at the Lagos Games Week in June. Wubit Studio’s ‘Building Obu,’ Dream Team’s ‘Cradle,’ and Digi-Negus’ ‘Queen Idia’ stood out among eight competing teams, earning recognition for their
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The intersection of culture and video games development is taking a bold step forward as three winning projects from the inaugural Echoes Game Jam prepare to debut at the Lagos Games Week in June. Wubit Studio’s ‘Building Obu,’ Dream Team’s ‘Cradle,’ and Digi-Negus’ ‘Queen Idia’ stood out among eight competing teams, earning recognition for their