OWODE-EGBA— In a significant move toward scaling up economic development at the grassroots level, the Executive Chairman of Obafemi Owode Local Government, Amb. Adesina ‘Lanre Ogunsola, has hosted a high-powered delegation of Chinese investors looking to establish a multi-million dollar solar and aluminium factory within the local government area. TripodContinue Reading
ABUJA, NIGERIA — Following the confirmation of an imported case of Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) in the country, the Federal Government has issued an urgent directive ordering health facilities nationwide to prepare isolation centres, step up vigilance, and stock personal protective equipment (PPE). The directive, communicated through the Federal MinistryContinue Reading
Tripod Times reports that Nigerian actress, filmmaker and producer Funke Akindele has announced a partnership with social media giant Facebook to promote her forthcoming movie, The Four: No One Fights Alone, ahead of its scheduled cinema release on December 11, 2026. Akindele announced the collaboration on Thursday, October 29, 2026, throughContinue Reading
A new technological innovation is drawing attention to the beauty industry as Nigerian-American entrepreneur and engineer Yinka Ogunbiyi showcases HaloBraid, a machine developed to speed up the hair-braiding process. The device is designed to assist professional hairstylists with individual braids, with the potential to cut the time spent on theContinue Reading
The Trade Union Congress (TUC) has rejected the Federal Government’s proposed N70,000 transport allowance for workers, insisting that a salary increase is necessary to address the economic challenges facing Nigerian workers. Tripod Times reports that the labour union’s rejection highlights its concerns over the rising cost of living, which hasContinue Reading
ABUJA — In a major strategy shift to curb public health evasion, the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention has approved an emergency intervention package paying ₦100,000 weekly to individuals placed under isolation or quarantine. Tripod Times reports that the financial incentive aims to alleviate the sudden economic burdensContinue Reading
LAGOS — Tragedy has struck in Lagos after a man reportedly died while attempting to rescue a toddler who fell into a well. Tripod times reports that the incident has drawn attention to the dangers associated with open wells and the risks people face when attempting emergency rescues without adequateContinue Reading
