Kaduna Court Sentences Man Over Theft of Girlfriend’s Gold Jewelry
A 32-year-old man, Kenneth James, has been sentenced to 18 months’ imprisonment by a Kaduna Magistrates’ Court for stealing jewelry worth ₦860,000 belonging to his girlfriend. James pleaded guilty to a one-count charge of stealing before Magistrate Ibrahim Emmanuel, who handed down the 18-month sentence, with an option of a ₦50,000 fine. The magistrate also […]
Military Retirees Block Pensions Board Office in Abuja Over Pension Adjustment Formula
Military retirees on Tuesday barricaded the entrance to the Military Pensions Board office in Dutse Alhaji, Abuja, protesting the formula used to adjust their pensions. The protesting veterans blocked access to the premises with canopies and chairs, while armed soldiers prevented them from entering the office. This is the second protest in recent weeks. Military […]
Police Kill Three Kidnappers, Rescue Abducted Man in Edo State
A joint security team has killed three suspected kidnappers and rescued an abducted man, identified as Michael Akano, during an operation in the Geo Works bushes and forest in Igarra, Akoko-Edo Local Government Area of Edo State. The operation involved police officers from Igarra Division, troops of the Nigerian Army’s 195 Battalion, operatives of the […]
HOW TO WRITE CONTENT THAT SELLS:Copywriting Basics for Beginners
You can have a great product, a beautiful website, and a growing audience. If your words don’t persuade, people still won’t buy. That’s what copywriting does. It isn’t about fancy vocabulary or tricks. Good copywriting is clear communication that helps the right person take the next step. Here are the fundamentals every beginner can use […]
HOW TO BUILD A PORTFOLIO WHEN YOU HAVE NO CLIENTS
Clients want proof. But how do you get proof without clients? It’s the classic beginner’s trap, and it stops a lot of talented people before they start. The way out is simple: you don’t need clients to create work worth showing. You need projects. Here’s how to build a portfolio from nothing. 1. Understand What […]
AAU Lecturer Dies in Ekpoma Hotel after Encounter with S$X worker
A senior lecturer at the Edo State-owned Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, Dr. Matthew Uwuigbe, has died in a hotel room in the Mosco area of Ekpoma, Esan West Local Government Area of Edo State. The incident happened on Sunday. According to police, the lecturer had checked into the hotel with a 21-year-old woman, Angela Defa […]
COMMON ONLINE MONEY SCAMS AND HOW TO SPOT THEM
You’ve seen the posts: “I turned $100 into $5,000 in one week. DM me to learn how.” The internet is full of real opportunities to earn, but it’s also full of people who profit from your hope. Scammers don’t need to be clever. They only need you to be hurried, hopeful, and a little bit […]
HOW TO START A SIDE HUSTLE WITH NO MONEY (and No Experience)
“I’d start a side hustle if I just had the money.” Sound familiar? Here’s the truth: the best side hustles to start with cost almost nothing. What you need is time, a little courage, and something people will pay for. Your skills are the startup capital, and you already have more of them than you […]
How to Win Government Grants in Nigeria: A Practical 2026 Guide
Every year, thousands of Nigerian business owners miss out on grants. Most don’t lose because their idea was weak. They lose because their paperwork wasn’t ready when the call opened. Government grants are competitive and the schemes open and close, so no one can promise you one. What you can control is whether your business […]
CAC Is Striking Off 100,000 Companies: How to Check If Yours Is on the List
If you own a registered company in Nigeria, check this today. The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has started the sixth batch of its deregistration exercise, which puts 100,000 companies at risk of being removed from the register for not meeting their filing obligations. The public notice is dated 15 July 2026. Counting 90 days from […]