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NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Britain's King Charles III has publicly acknowledged the suffering and injustices associated with slavery and colonialism, amid growing demands from Caribbean nations for a formal apology and reparations from the United Kingdom.
Speaking on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, during his visit to the Bahamas, the British monarch recognised the painful history of the transatlantic slave trade and its enduring impact on Caribbean societies.
Addressing young people at Cliffo...
28-10-26
FirstBank has announced the integration of Google Pay into its digital payment services, offering eligible cardholders greater convenience, flexibility and security when making transactions locally and internationally.
The development enables eligible customers to add their FirstBank payment cards to Google Pay and make contactless payments using compatible devices at supported payment terminals worldwide.
According to the bank, the initiative forms part of its ongoing digital tran...
27-10-26
By Kayode Adoide
Israelis are voting in a closely contested general election today, Tuesday, October 27, 2026, as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces a major political challenge from former military chief Gadi Eisenkot.
Eisenkot, leader of the centrist Yashar party, has emerged as Netanyahu's principal challenger, with final pre-election opinion polls showing a close contest between the rival political blocs.
The election, Israel's first since the October 7, 2023...
27-10-26
Governor of Niger State congratulates Elem Kalabari monarch, pledges to honour invitation as preparations intensify for December 19 final coronation rites.
By Al Humphrey Onyanabo
The feature highlights the meeting between Da Amakiri Tubo, Alhaji Mujahid Abubakr Dokubo-Asari, and Niger State Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago, while tracing the monarch’s journey from Niger Delta activism to traditional leadership.
The report also explores the cultural importance of SE DIYE, the ...
24-10-26
By Kayode Adoide
Recycles over 8,000 discarded tyres into durable school footwear
• Reaches 50 schools and trains 100 youths in shoemaking and entrepreneurship
• Promotes environmental sustainability, education and job creation
Access Holdings Plc is making a significant impact on education, environmental sustainability and youth empowerment through its innovative circular-economy initiative, “A Sandal More.”
The initiative, implemented in par...
24-10-26
By Al Humphrey Onyanabo
In a remarkable demonstration of royal diplomacy and cultural solidarity, Da Amakiri Tubo, Alhaji Mujahid Abubakr Dokubo-Asari, Amanyanabo of the Chiefdom and Principalities of The Source, Elem Kalabari, Torusarama Piri of the Kingdom of Kalabari, has paid a historic visit to the Ooni of Ife, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II.
The visit to the ancient city of Ile-Ife was aimed at strengthening cultural, historical and econom...
23-10-26
By Kayode Adoide
British singer-songwriter Raye has emerged as the winner of the prestigious 2026 Mercury Prize for her second studio album, This Music May Contain Hope.
The 28-year-old music sensation received the award on Thursday, October 22, 2026, at a colourful ceremony held at the Utilita Arena in Newcastle, England.
Raye defeated several celebrated musicians, including Sir Paul McCartney, Olivia Dean, Florence + The Machine, Dave and JADE, to clinch the covete...
23-10-26
An emotional tribute from a loving wife who shared 41 years of marriage with her beloved husband, Francis Eromonsele Okosun—a distinguished military officer, devoted family man, security analyst and entrepreneur.
A LOVE STORY THAT BEGAN 42 YEARS AGO
I met Francis 42 years ago at my auntie's house in Ilupeju, Lagos.
My beloved auntie, Big Mummy Princess Adebimtan Oyebadejo, of blessed memory, had travelled for a summer holiday with her entire family in Augus...
23-10-26
By Bishop Dr. Sanya Ojo (Anjonu Eledumare)
As Nigeria approaches the 2027 general elections, one Yoruba proverb keeps ringing in my ears:
"Ajá tó bá gbé egungun s??nu, kò lè gbó!"
Literally translated, a dog carrying a bone in its mouth cannot bark.
This ancient Yoruba wisdom perfectly illustrates my concern about the attitude of some influential Nigerians towards the present economic and political situation in our country.
Nigeria is passing thr...
20-10-26
By Al Humphrey Onyanabo
Some men are remembered for the battles they fought. Others are celebrated for the positions they occupied. Yet a few have travelled through so many chapters of public life that no single title, controversy or newspaper headline can adequately tell their story.
Da-Amakiri Tubo, Alhaji Mujahid Abubakr Dokubo-Asari, Amanyanabo of the Source, Elem Kalabari, Torusarama Piri, belongs to this category.
His journey spans royal ancestry, religious tra...
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