N70,000 minimum wage cannot lift Nigerians out of poverty – US report
The United States government has expressed concern over the sustainability of Nigeria’s new national minimum wage, warning that the recently approved N70,000 benchmark is inadequate to lift citizens out of…
2027 showdown: Wike-Makinde rift threatens high-stakes PDP convention
There are strong indications that the November national convention of the Peoples Democratic Party scheduled for Ibadan, Oyo State, may be derailed following a threat by the Federal Capital Territory…
Ìṣẹ̀ṣè Day 2025: The Forgotten Yorùbá Cultural Heritage and Language Abandonment ||•By Olabisi Ajíbóyè-Ṣọ́gigùn
Ìṣẹ̀ṣè Day, celebrated annually on August 20, has become an emblem of identity for the Yorùbá people and other traditionalists across Nigeria and the diaspora. It is a day set…
2025 Isese Day: Makinde promises continuous support for traditional heritage
By Sulaimon Sheriff, Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has assured Isese adherents that his administration will continue to promote and support them to preserve the cultural and traditional heritage of…
China set to unveil first pregnancy robot with artificial womb
China is on the verge of unveiling a humanoid robot capable of hosting a fully functioning artificial womb, in what could be a revolutionary step for reproductive science. The project,…
BREAKING: Makinde approves Ladoja’s nomination as new Olubadan, coronation slated for September 26
The ancient city of Ibadan is set to witness history as preparations reach top gear for the coronation of the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Senator Rasidi…
PHOTOS: Arsenal, Liverpool players dominate as PFA announces team of the year
Arsenal stars Declan Rice, William Saliba and Gabriel Magalhaes have been named in the Professional Footballers’ Association Premier League Team of the Year for the 2024/25 season. PUNCH Online reports…
Makinde receives UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage Certificate for Sango Festival
Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has received the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage Certificate for Sango Festival, Oyo. The certificate presentation was sequel to the festival making it to the representative…
The waiting is over, Nigerian woman welcomes twin girls in her 50s
A Nigerian woman, Adesuwa Ujiadughele, has celebrated the arrival of her twin baby girls in her 50s. Sharing the joyful news in a Facebook post on Monday, August 18, 2025,…
BREAKING: Fire Incident: Makinde presents brand new SUV to Yinka Ayefele(Video)
BREAKING: Fire Incident: Makinde presents brand new SUV to Yinka Ayefele(Video) details later ⁷