Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Manny Ita Nigeria is on the verge of a significant technological leap as analysts from TechCabal Insights predict that 2026 will mark the commissioning of the nation’s first dedicated Artificial Intelligence (AI) data centers. This milestone is anchored by a massive $240 million investment from MTN Group into its “Genova” unit, a specialized division focused on delivering AI computing power directly to African businesses and governments. The project is part of a broader $1 billion infrastructure push involving global giants like Microsoft and Equinix, aimed at localizing high-performance computing and reducing Nigeria’s $850 million annual spend on foreign cloud services.…

Manny Ita ORS Olive Oil Nigeria has launched a new luxury Hair Maintenance Range under its “Shine Your Crown Unapologetically” campaign, aiming to elevate professional care for textured African hair. The announcement was made at a Lagos event that celebrated beauty, culture and self-expression, bringing together influencers, creators, students and loyal users for product demos, education and community activities. The new range includes several key products designed to support the health, manageability and shine of textured hair. Among these are the ORS Incredibly Rich Oil Moisturizing Hair Lotion infused with castor oil — formulated to hydrate, strengthen and restore natural…

Manny Ita Organisers of the 2026 Beauty Nigeria International Expo have officially opened registration as plans advance for the country’s premier beauty and wellness trade event, scheduled to take place from July 8 to July 10, 2026, at the Blue Roof Event Centre in Ikeja, Lagos. The expo is expected to host more than 100 local and foreign exhibitors, attracting industry professionals, brands, distributors and beauty sector stakeholders. According to the event’s official programme, the three-day exhibition will feature a wide range of products and services across the beauty and personal care ecosystem, including skincare, haircare, cosmetics, wellness offerings and…

Manny Ita The Nigerian luxury fashion label Mugo Mugo, founded and led by designer Chinyemugo Obiekwugo-Charles, has announced its first-ever solo runway show titled “I Still Dream,” scheduled for January 16, 2026, in Lagos. This event marks a significant milestone for the brand as it transitions from an exclusive luxury label into a broader commercial presence in the Nigerian and global fashion markets. Mugo Mugo, known for its conceptual and culturally informed designs, has built recognition within fashion circles for blending artistic storytelling with crafted garment techniques. The runway show, set to take place in the Nigerian commercial capital tomorrow…

Minister of Defence vows better security enforcement in schools File Photo: Minister of Defence, Gen. Christopher Musa The minister noted that education cannot thrive without adequate security. The Minister of Defence, Gen Christopher Musa (retd.), has pledged to strengthen security around schools across the country to ensure a safe and conducive learning environment for students. The minister made the pledge on Wednesday while receiving an award from the National Parents Teachers Association of Nigeria in Abuja, in recognition of his role in safeguarding schools and advancing the Safe Schools Initiative. Musa said the Federal Government would continue to work with…

To Super Eagles, BUA Chairman insists on fulfillment of $500k pledge Chairman of BUA Cement Plc, Dr Abdul Samad Rabiu. Credit: BUA Group applauds the Nigerian team for their resilience. Billionaire industrialist and Chairman of BUA Group, Abdulsamad Rabiu, on Thursday announced that he will fulfil his $500,000 pledge to the Super Eagles despite the team’s failure to clinch the Africa Cup of Nations title. Rabiu disclosed this in a message shared on his official Instagram page, where he applauded the Nigerian team for their resilience, courage and fighting spirit throughout the tournament. He praised the players for giving their…

Manny Ita In a move widely described as a historic shift for Nigeria’s tertiary education secto, t The Federal Government and the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) have formally signed and unveiled a comprehensive renegotiated agreement in a move widely described as a historic shift for Nigeria’s tertiary education sector. The pact, signed on Wednesday, January 14, 2026 and presented by the Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, at the TETFund Conference Hall in Abuja, is designed to restore industrial harmony and permanently end the cycle of academic disruptions in federal universities. Minister Alausa described the deal as a…

AFCON 2025: Nigeria will face Egypt for third place on Saturday Super Eagles Nigeria will confront the Pharaohs of Egypt for third place at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations on Saturday, January 17, 2026. The fixture follows Wednesday’s semi-finals, in which the Super Eagles fell short against host nation Morocco, losing 4–2 in a penalty shootout after a tense 0–0 draw in regulation and extra time. Morocco dominated much of the attacking play, registering 16 shots to Nigeria’s two. Excellent goalkeeping from Nigeria’s Stanley Nwabali was instrumental in keeping the Eagles in the game throughout the 120 minutes. Star…

Manny Ita Tensions have reached a fever pitch within the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) in Kano State following reports of a deepening rift between the party’s national leader, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, and Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf. The friction centers on widespread rumors that Governor Yusuf is finalizing plans to defect to the All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the 2027 election cycle. In a significant escalation on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, Kwankwaso released a video statement accusing the state government of “compelling state officials and elected local government chairmen” to sign documents endorsing the move. Kwankwaso described the…

Manny Ita The U.S.-based wing of the National Democratic Coalition (NADECO USA) has formally called on President Bola Tinubu to declare a six-month state of emergency in high-risk regions across Northern Nigeria, citing a “deteriorating security landscape” that threatens the viability of the 2027 general elections. The coalition argues that the current levels of insurgency and banditry have rendered large swaths of the north “ungoverned spaces” where credible democratic processes cannot be guaranteed. According to NADECO, the declaration would allow for full-scale military intervention and the establishment of specialized military tribunals to “swiftly prosecute captured terrorists and their sponsors.” ​This…