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The Hospitality Business Summit, a premier event in the hospitality industry, is set to host its second edition on August 8th and 9th at the prestigious Eko Hotel. The theme for this year’s summit is “Investing in Africa: Navigating opportunities and challenges in hospitality development”. The summit aims to bring together industry enthusiasts, investors, and stakeholders to discuss the latest trends, opportunities, and challenges in the hospitality sector in Africa. With a focus on investment opportunities in the region, the summit will provide valuable insights and networking opportunities for participants looking to expand their presence in the African hospitality market.…

Former Presidential Candidate , Mr. Gbenga Hashim has argued that the right to protest by any group of Nigerians or individuals concerning any situation is an essential part of citizens Freedom of Expression provided for in Nigeria’s Constitution in so far as such rights are expressed peacefully without infringing on the rights of others. In a release by his media department, Mr. Hashim maintained that there “are legitimate grounds for Nigerian people to protest the prevailing economic situation and myriad of challenges not currently satisfactorily addressed, Nigerians did protest in robust manners even under military rule.” According to him: “What…

Renowned administrator, PR professional and media guru, Comrade Bolaji Israel aka Bashorun has appointed the esteemed publisher of NEWSEXTRA, Adeyemi Obadimu, also known as Veron, as his Campaign Director General for the upcoming Nigerian Guild of Investigative Journalist (NGIJ) election scheduled for the 3rd of August 2024. Other prominent journalists including Rasheedat Okunlade ROTA and Wale Rotimi would also serve in the committee As Deputy DGs in actualising Bashorun’s ambition to lead the association as National President. In making the announcement, Bolaji cited Veron’s exceptional capability and proven leadership skills as the reasons for his appointment. With a wealth of…

About three thousand youths drawn across different frontiers in gathered together to participate at the weekend for the inaugural Youth Convention at the SCOAN’S headquarters Ikotun-Egbe Lagos under the auspices of TBJoshua Foundation. With the theme: “Legacy of purpose – investing in a life that outlives us”, the convention also drew various experts from different professions to educate and inspire the youths for laudable lifestyles and greater heights.Declaring the convention open,SCOAN leader, Pastor Evelyn Joshua stated that youths are the future leaders and it’s too dangerous not to properly guide the youths in the right paths of life that would…

The family of the late Idowu Keshinro, who was allegedly killed by the popular land grabber Mukaila Salau, known as Actor, is calling on the Inspector General of Police to ensure that justice is served in this case. Despite being granted bail, Maiyeki has failed to provide evidence that he was in Imurah at the time of the incident, raising serious questions about his alibi. The deceased family has also expressed concern over Maiyeki’s boasts of using his power, connections, and money to evade punishment for his actions. The family of Idowu Keshinro is urging the police to thoroughly investigate…

By Osuji David, Lagos Knowledge, they say, is power. Whatever you don’t know is totally beyond you, whoever has more knowledge than you is absolutely above you and should be accorded the honour whenever he or she speaks especially about things you are oblivious about. Powerful men in Nigeria especially within the political and business sector assume that they know everything, they get too carried away sometimes about their successes that they fail to even acknowledge God in their dealings, they ignore his prophets despite the fact that they don’t have an idea about what will happen to them in…

The Nigerian Guild of Investigative Journalists NGIJ has commiserated with the Head of Corporate Affairs, United Bank for Africa, Ramon Nasir over his mother’s death. Musiliat Amoke Nasir popularly known as Olowoletiasho died on Friday at 86. She was Iya-Oba of Imasayi Kingdom, Yewa, Ogun State. NGIJ in a condolence message issued on Saturday described Mama as a strong pillar of support for his children and resourceful community leader. The Guild implored Ramon Nasir to take solace in testimonies of his mother’s good deeds and contributions to the society. NGIJ prays that Almighty Allah will grant late Musiliat Amoke eternal…

Nigerians who are already in France or preparing to go for the one-month long summer Olympics in Paris, France, can “flex” like true champions with great data roaming packs from Globacom. The data roaming packs will help Glo subscribers capture incredible Olympics photos and videos and other great moments of their presence at the global sporting fiesta which holds every four years. They can also share such moments with friends and loved ones back home in Nigeria or in any part of the world. The Glo Data roaming packages will give subscribers the opportunity to enjoy data services in Paris…

A Professor of Economic History at the Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile Ife, Adetunji Ogunyemi, speaks on the amendment of the Finance Act 2020 by the National Assembly to accommodate windfall levy on banks’ profits on foreign exchange transactions. The lawyer, public finance expert submits that the policy is perfectly in order, asking banks to see it as contribution to national development. Excerpts: The windfall levy generated some debate in the polity with government justifying it as the right thing to do in order to strike a balance in the key sectors of the economy. How justified is this levy on…

…to mobilise statewide prayer support for Tinubu About 1,000 youth groups in Benue State have decided to cancel the proposed nationwide strike scheduled for August 1. The Benue Youth Good Governance Movement (BYGGM), Benue Advancement Forum (BAF) and Benue Pro-Active Network (BPN) in a joint statement said this followed careful consideration and intervention by the Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Professor Joseph Terlumun Utsev. The statement co-signed by Comrade Abajih Terhide Gabriel and Oche Daniel Itodo expressed concern over the security situation in Benue, as the state is currently volatile and prone to violence. The groups said that they do not…