18-05-25
By, Olalekan Owolabi LinksAfrica
In the intricate tapestry of West African traditional monarchy, the Ooni of Ife and the Alaafin of Oyo stand as two of the most influential and revered figures. However, there exists a profound historical and cultural significance that elevates the Ooni of Ife as the most respected monarch in the Yoruba Kingdom and, arguably, among other traditional rulers in West Africa. This narrative delves into the dynamics between the Ooni of Ife and the Alaa...
16-05-25
Jemras Homes, one of Lagos’ fastest-growing real estate firms, held a vibrant and star-studded grand opening of its debut commercial property, Treasure Mall, on Thursday, May 15, 2025, at Abijo GRA, Lekki-Ajah.
The colourful ceremony brought together top political figures, industry leaders, celebrities, and business stakeholders to celebrate the launch of this landmark development.
The event was graced by notable personalities, including Hon. Moshood Aro, member o...
16-05-25
Balogun Adewale Akanji, popularly known as Barry Showkey, is set to make a grand return to the music scene with his much-anticipated single “ROBOROBO,” scheduled for release on May 15, 2025.
Barry Showkey is the son of the legendary Fuji music pioneer, Sikiru Ayinde Barrister, also known as Alhaji Agba Barusati, who is widely credited with the invention of Fuji music. Like his father, Barry Showkey is a multi-talented artist, blending traditional roots with modern sounds to cr...
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06-05-25
FirstBank, the West African premier bank and financial inclusion service provider, is proud to announce a strategic collaboration with EStars Education Africa Limited (EStars), a global leader in educational esports.
Empowering the Next Generation of Esports Professionals
The partnership provides a platform for FirstBank to support the rollout of EStars’ comprehensive esports qualifications, including entry-level Certificates and BTEC courses in esports. These pro...
05-05-25
Adejoké Bakare, a Nigerian-born chef, has made history by becoming the first Black woman in the UK to receive a Michelin star. Her restaurant, Chishuru, which serves West African-inspired cuisine, has earned the prestigious recognition.
Here's a more detailed look at her journey:
From Street Food to Michelin Star:
Adejoke began her culinary journey by selling fish and chips from a street cart in Nigeria. She later moved to the UK and opened Chishuru, initially in B...
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29-04-25
Access Bank has moved swiftly in response to growing concerns over an alleged privacy violation involving a former Contact Centre Agent, reinforcing its commitment to ethical standards and employee safety.
The incident, which surfaced through online reports and social media chatter, has been promptly escalated to the appropriate authorities. The Bank has confirmed its full cooperation with the ongoing investigation and is taking decisive steps to ensure accountability.
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28-04-25
Politics is a venture a great number of people considered to be dominated by people of little or no integrity, however; there are few who as a matter of principle; integrity is non-negotiable to them as they are always as good as their words. Senator Adeniyi Adegbonmire SAN, is representing Ondo Central Senatorial District in the 10th Assembly as one of them.
He is the Chairman, Senate Committee on
Judiciary, Human Rights and Legal Matters; Vice Chairman Senate Committee...
25-04-25
The Ogun State Police Command has made a shocking discovery in Abeokuta, uncovering human body parts hidden in two buildings disguised as Cherubim and Seraphim Church parishes. This disturbing find has led to the arrest of three suspects, who are believed to be involved in a human parts trade.
The buildings, located in Kobape town and along Abiola Way, were cleverly disguised as places of worship to avoid suspicion. However, a tip-off led to the arrest of the suspects on April 22,...
24-04-25
Unlike previous years, the Federal Operations Unit (FOU), Zone A, Ikeja, of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has been identified as one of the major zone that would determine the law enforcement agency's chances of surpassing its revenue target for Year 2025 considering the remarkable achievements recorded including exceeding the assigned benchmark for Y2024 by 57.6 percent, recording over N896 million.
A further breakdown of the revenue showed that N569 million was approve...
20-04-25
In 2007, she adopted her 469th child, and by the year 2008; she had already cared for over 500 children. This act earned her the nickname “Olomo yeye”, which means someone with many children.
Mama Ekundayo has been described as the Mother Theresa of Africa, because she dedicated most of her life to take care of orphans and abandoned children in the society.
Her lifestyle projected the meaning of her name, “Ekundayo,” which is translated to mean, “tears hav...
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