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Month: July 2025

FG blames technical glitches for failure to pay workers’ June salaries

The Federal Government has cited technical glitches as the cause of the non-payment of some federal civil servants’ June 2025 salaries. The Office of the Accountant General of the Federation (OAGF) disclosed this in a statement issued by its spokesperson, Bawa Mokwa, on Friday, July 11, 2025. Mokwa said the government had swung into action…

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These 5 Nigerian Lipstick Brands Belong in Every Girl’s Makeup Bag

Lipstick isn’t just makeup. It’s confidence in a tube. In Nigeria, a good lipstick can take your entire look from simple to striking in seconds, whether you’re heading to work in Lagos traffic or stepping out for ‘owambe’. But beyond the usual international names, there’s a wave of Nigerian-owned lipstick brands changing the game with…

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Real Chocolate Lovers, This One’s for You: These Treats Are Worth Every Bite

Chocolate isn’t just a sweet treat—it’s a mood booster, a gift of love, and a little luxury in everyday life. Whatever challenge life throws, there’s nothing like unwrapping your favourite chocolate bar.  From creamy Cadbury Dairy Milk to artisanal local brands like Loom Craft Chocolate, a world of flavours is waiting to be explored.  Whether…

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These 5 foods can slow down ageing and help you stay young

Each new day you experience means another chance for your body to keep growing. Growing older is a blessing in itself; but ageing faster than you should can put you at risk of chronic conditions and diseases. There’s a way to avoid this: a healthy diet of nutrient-packed foods. It’s possible to form a new…

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NNPCL hints at possible sale of Nigerian refineries

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited has hinted that it may sell off the nation’s ageing refineries, as efforts to revamp them have become more complex and expensive than anticipated. Group Chief Executive Officer of the NNPCL, Bayo Ojulari, revealed this in an interview with Bloomberg on the sidelines of the 9th OPEC International…

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Tinubu backs AFRIMA, orders ministry to set up LOC to partner with Lagos state

The President’s endorsement came in response to a letter from the African Union Commission (AUC) requesting Nigeria’s collaboration for the next edition of the prestigious awards show. Following the President’s nod, the Ministry of Arts, Culture, Tourism, and Creative Economy, and Ministry of Foreign Affairs by setting up an inter ministerial Local Organising Committee (LOC)…

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20 aso-ebi corset styles that will snatch your waist

If your waist is not snatched, are you really wearing a corset? If you’ve attended a Nigerian wedding lately, or even just scrolled through Instagram, chances are you’ve seen the signature snatched waist, the hourglass silhouette, and the dramatic curve that only a corset can give. ALSO READ: 20 traditional Edo wedding attires with a…

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These 7 Car Insurance Plans in Nigeria Offer Real Protection, Not Just Paper Promises

Driving in Nigeria is not for the faint-hearted. With crazy drivers, potholed roads, and the ever-present risk of car theft or accidents, your car requires more than fuel and aesthetics to stay safe. That’s where comprehensive car insurance steps in. Unlike regular third-party policies, comprehensive car insurance covers your car and other people’s property. These…

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These 5 foods can slow down ageing and help you stay young

Each new day you experience means another chance for your body to keep growing. Growing older is a blessing in itself; but ageing faster than you should can put you at risk of chronic conditions and diseases. There’s a way to avoid this: a healthy diet of nutrient-packed foods. It’s possible to form a new…

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Sundry Markets Limited- Owners of Marketsquare Supermarkets, listed as one of Africa’s Fastest-Growing Companies for 2025 by the Financial Times

Sundry Markets Limited (SML) has been honored by the Financial Times (FT) as one of Africa’s fastest-growing companies for the second consecutive year. In its 2025 edition, which is the fourth in the series, FT, in collaboration with Statista, ranked SML 47th out of 130 fastest-growing companies across the continent. This recognition affirms SML’s leadership…

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