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Banky W Cautions on Wealth Teachings in Churches

22.11.2025

Nigerian R&B singer turned politician, Olubankole Wellington, popularly known as Banky W, has added his voice to the ongoing national debate on church doctrines surrounding wealth, urging Nigerians to avoid blanket criticisms while calling out distortions within some religious groups. Speaking during a recent public conversation, Banky W said discussions about the so-called “Prosperity gospel”...

Worgu Izeoma – Zeera Culture Founder Turns Fashion Into A Force For Good

22.11.2025

…Over 100 Youths Trained Free In a powerful demonstration that style can drive meaningful social change, Worgu Victory Izeoma—the visionary founder of Zeera Culture ( is redefining African fashion as a tool for poverty alleviation, youth empowerment, and climate advocacy. Through her non-profit initiative, the Zeerafashion Foundation, she has already provided free fashion and dressmaking...

Gospel Stars Set to Ignite Port Harcourt at CCRW Crusade

22.11.2025

According to him, the Port Harcourt outreach is the most extensive and cost-intensive so far, with the medical programme alone running for three weeks across leading facilities such as Rivers State University Teaching Hospital and the University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital. “More than 1,100 surgical cases have already been screened, while organisers estimate that...

Maninaj Partners NCDMB To Train 50 Youths In Cybersecurity In Delta

22.11.2025

Maninaj Nigeria Limited, in partnership with the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB), has trained programme on cybersecurity in oil and gas operations for 50 youths in Delta State. The training aimed to equip participants with critical skills to safeguard data and protect vital infrastructure in the industry. The Managing Director of Maninaj Nigeria...

QNET Rallies Media, Stakeholders On Wellness Technology, Ethical Entrepreneurship

22.11.2025

QNET, a global lifestyle and wellness-focused direct-selling company, on Friday held an Amezcua Product Workshop in Abuja, bringing together Nigerian media professionals for an immersive introduction to its latest line of wellness technologies. The session offered participants an in-depth look into how the company blends natural frequencies, quantum concepts, and resonance technology to support physical...

Living On The Bottle: The Negative Effects (2)

22.11.2025

Health consequences Short-term effects of alcohol Depending on how much is taken and the physical condition of the individual, alcohol can cause: • Slurred speech• Drowsiness• Vomiting• Diarrhea• Stomach upset• Headaches• Breathing difficulties• Distorted vision and hearing• Impaired judgment• Decreased perception and coordination• Unconsciousness • Anemia (loss of red blood cells)• Coma• Blackouts (memory lapses,...

Timart Launches Enhanced POS System To Prevent Fake Alerts

22.11.2025

…Eliminate Daily Reconciliation Burden for SMEs Timart has announced the launch of its enhanced Point of Sale (POS) system, developed to strengthen payment verification and improve operational efficiency for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across Africa. The upgraded device, which now retails at ₦15,000, integrates directly with the Timart Business App. This connection allows business...

Police Arrest Seven Over Attacks On Vessels At Ports

22.11.2025

Ports Authority Police (Western) Command have arrested seven people over serial attacks on vessels at the ports in Lagos. It was learnt that on the 16th November 2025, at about 0130hrs, the marine unit of the command, while on routine patrol around the Ports & Terminal Multi-Services Limited (PTML) waterfront, intercepted a suspicious speed boat...

Adeleke Flaunts ICT Achievements, Inaugurates Digital Advisory Council

22.11.2025

Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has celebrated the achievements of his administration in the technology and innovation sector as he inaugurated a digital economy advisory council to strengthen the ongoing tech revolution in the state. Mr Kola Aina, a venture capitalist, is to serve as chairman. Other members of the 20-member council include Ms...

Era Of Glamour In Royalty Over, Says Olubadan

22.11.2025

The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, Arusa 1, has implored chiefs to see the honour bestowed on them as a call for sacrifice, rather than an avenue to display glamour. The first-class monarch made this declaration on Friday in Ibadan, Oyo State, at the promotion exercise of seven senior chiefs in the Otun Olubadan...