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Leadership has long sparked debate, straddling the lines between theory and practice, instinct and strategy, and art and science. In a thought-provoking lecture delivered at Baptist High School, Iwo, on December 20, 2025, Professor Lai Olurode, President of the Iwo Board of Trustees, dissected the essence of leadership and followership, offering insights that resonate profoundly across Nigeria’s complex political and social landscape. Olurode began by framing leadership as fundamentally about service to others. “Resources must be invested in the public good,” he asserted, stressing the importance of goodwill, the readiness to absorb criticism, and the prioritisation of communal interests over…

Agency The Nigerian Meteorological Agency has predicted sunshine and cloudiness from Friday until Sunday across the country. NiMet`s weather outlook released on Thursday in Abuja, predicted sunny skies on Friday over the northern region throughout the forecast period. According to the agency, sunny skies with patches of clouds are anticipated over the central region throughout the forecast period. The agency predicted sunny skies with patches of clouds over the southern region during the morning hours. It is anticipated that isolated thunderstorms with light rains will occur over parts of Ondo, Ogun, Lagos, Rivers, Delta, Cross River, Akwa Ibom, Edo and…

AFCON 2025 has already witnessed some intense moments where Congolese official Jean-Jacques Ndala was a target during the match between Morocco and Comoros, Soccernet.ng reports. However, the Moroccan stadium authorities are now taking no chances when it comes to fan behaviour, as per reports, they deployed advanced technology to identify and remove offenders during games. The move comes amid growing concerns over player safety and fair play, particularly after incidents in previous tournaments where lasers disrupted key moments during games. Referee Jean Jacques Ndala Ngambo during Cameroon vs Ethiopia at the Africa Cup of Nations at Olembe Staduim. Copyright: xChristopherxOnahx…

The National Chairman of the Labour Party, Julius Abure, has called on President Bola Tinubu to take decisive steps to rid the country of graft, urging him to use the broom, the symbol of the All Progressives Congress, to sweep corruption out of the country. He warned that no government could succeed without confronting corruption head-on, citing Christ as an example of incorruptible leadership who, according to scripture, exposed corruption even among his close followers. Abure stated this in a Christmas message issued on Friday in Abuja by the National Publicity Secretary of the LP, Obiora Ifoh. “I called on…

No fewer than 300 members of the Youths of St. Mulumba (YSM) from six sub-councils in Lagos Metropolitan Council, Region 3, converged on Navy Town, Lagos, for the YSM Mega Rally 2025, a programme focused on faith formation, fellowship, and youth empowerment. The rally attracted participants from Lagos Island, Badagry, Satellite, FESTAC Twn, Ojo, and Amuwo Odofin, and featured a Mass, leadership talks, and interactive sessions aimed at strengthening the spiritual and social development of young Catholics. The Associate Parish Priest of Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church, Navy Town, Rev. Fr. Philip Stanley Apata, said the event…

Michael Novogratz, founder of Galaxy Digital, recently applauded the Cardano and Ripple communities for staying strong through tough market conditions and legal challenges. His comments come just as many investors are beginning to turn away from top altcoins, yet some are showing unexpected resilience.In a recent podcast, Novogratz highlighted how tokens with deeply committed communities tend to survive even the worst market phases. This could be a key factor to watch for the next XRP price prediction. JUST IN: Mike Novogratz says "#Cardano $ADA and $XRP have strong communities." pic.twitter.com/lzFUNBXYZL— Angry Crypto Show (@angrycryptoshow) December 25, 2025 Although Novogratz once…

Tickets for Nigeria’s Africa Cup of Nations group-stage clash against Tunisia have been completely sold out, Soccernet.ng reports. This sets the stage for one of the most atmospheric nights of the tournament so far and eases concerns over sparse attendances in Morocco. The Super Eagles face Tunisia on Saturday at the 40,000-capacity Fez Stadium, in a match that could effectively decide qualification from Group C. Both teams opened their AFCON 2025 campaigns with wins and are level on three points, making the encounter the group’s standout fixture. Photo Credit: Moses Simon X Information on the Confederation of African Football’s official…

In this investigative report, IBRAHIM ADAM visited several markets across Lagos, buying small quantities of fresh pepper that were ground using the familiar local metal grinders relied upon daily to process pepper, tomatoes, grains, and other staples. When the samples were later subjected to laboratory analysis at a federal facility, the results raised alarm. They contained dangerously high levels of iron and zinc – metals that pose serious health risks, and when consumed over time, are linked to progressive organ damage For years, Hadi Yusuf has lived in Lagos, so long that the city has become home, and he can…

By Dennis Naku The wife of Rivers State Governor, Valerie Fubara, marked Christmas Day by extending love and care to babies born on December 25 and visiting a children’s home, as part of the 2025 Christmas celebrations. Fubara, founder of the Valerie SIMple Life Initiative, visited the Rivers State University Teaching Hospital in Port Harcourt on Christmas morning, where she was introduced to two Christmas Day babies — Baby Eric Chinyere Blessing, weighing 2.7kg and delivered at 12:02 am, and Baby Chidugam Kinikachi Owhondah, born at 2:00 am. During the visit, she thanked God for His faithfulness and grace and…

Nigeria head coach Eric Chelle has refused to give away tactical details ahead of a defining Group C clash against Tunisia at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, Soccernet.ng reports. Chelle insists his Super Eagles could still change shape despite an encouraging opening victory. Nigeria face Tunisia on matchday two of the tournament in Morocco, with both former African champions level on three points after winning their opening fixtures. Ranked just one place above Tunisia in the FIFA standings, the Super Eagles enter the contest as narrow favourites on paper, but the balance between the sides suggests a finely poised…