The family remains the smallest and most impactful unit of any nation or world. In Africa especially, it is usually a pride to show off. Most recently however, the spate of broken trust in love relationships is leading to negative trends which stare us all in the face daily and it seems no one can broach the topic at least on a large scale. The situation has seen the rise and rise in spousal separation, divorces, higher stigmatization for people living in disability who seek love as well as made many mature single men wary of getting into the beautiful institution of marriage.

William Grant & Sons, the most awarded whiskey distiller in the world. Last week Glenfiddich hosted a cross-selection of the biggest names in Nigerian nightlife and hospitality in Dufftown, Scotland. They were invited to the world-renowned William Grant and Sons Estate and had a unique experience exploring the stories of the Glenfiddich distillery from August 1 to August 3, 2018.

Hospitals for Humanity is currently leading in the fundraising efforts for Nathaniel Boluwatito Oyebode who is the 22 year old son of Mr. David  & Dr.(Mrs) Tinuade Oyebode. Nathaniel is promising and did well in academics and music.

Comrade Chukwuma Nzeh, with Her Excellency Pirjo Suomela-Chowdhury the Ambassador of Finland to Nigeria, when the latter hosted members of the Young Journalists Forum, in her office in Abuja recently. The Young Journalists Forum,YJF, organisers of the monthly Youth Dialogue with the Embassy of Ecuador, in Nigeria, has called on African Youths especially those in Nigeria ahead of the 2019, general elections to engage the political class during the campaigns to include specific developmental projects that would positively affect them and their communities directly.

The five Anambra girls from Regina Pacies Secondary School Onitsha who represented Nigeria and Africa  at the World Technovation Challenge in the Silicon Valley in San Francisco, US last night have won the Gold Medal in the contest.

Owing to the recent moves by the producers of the movie, Seven and a Half Dates; the movie appears to be popping everywhere you turn. Fabulous actress and producer of the movie, Toyin Abraham gave credence to this on her instagram page when she shared some pictures taken in different states across the country where Seven and a Half Dates branded materials were sighted. She said “we are everywhere”.

The faction of the Young Nigerian Presidential Aspirants from various political parties tonight decided to collaborate and forged a united front to win the seat in 2019.

At the 6 th  edition of the Social Media Jury Conference, Entrepreneurs from all walks of life gathered together on the 26 th  of July at the Prestigious Oriental Hotel to discuss the theme ‘’Leveraging Digital Channels for Growth’’. Welcoming guests at the event, the Convener of the SM Jury, Tonia Odili, said the goal of the Jury, ‘’is to play an instrumental role in developing entrepreneurs and businesses in Nigeria’’.

About the Book Life of a Media Girl is a new media book authored by Pat Obilor, one of Nigeria’s veteran media personalities, a University of Ibadan graduate and an alumnus of the London Media Academy. The book, Life of a Media Girl is a focus on women in the spotlight, the media industry as well as other public profession and how the society portrays these women in relation to their social, religious and cultural beliefs. While appraising the media industry, the book strives to correct certain mind-sets about women and explores the need to genuinely embrace and respect their creative professionalism in the workforce. Also, this book provides insightful nuggets and timeless hacks useful to broadcasters and individuals who wish to excel in the media space.

To enhance the capacity of journalists in this fast paced digital era, the British Council in Nigeria hosted a capacity building workshop for the media. The second in a series of capacity building initiatives for journalists was held in Abuja on 25 and 26 July 2018.  The workshop addressed key issues as it affects the media. The issues discussed include ‘Upholding journalism ethics in the age of social media- sifting facts from fake news; Conflict sensitive journalism; Equality Diversity and Inclusion in the Nigerian media; Collaborations in the media space; Storytelling in contemporary Nigeria; Child Protection and Impact of our activities on the environment. The media's role in educating, informing, entertaining and influencing public opinion in Nigeria has been more critical in recent times. This follows digital access where everyone and anyone can assume the role of a journalist. 

This message is coming close to midnight and its significance should not be lost in the noise. A time is coming, and it is even now almost upon us that if you hold dual Nationality, are an economic felon, a known separatist, stooge of any shade, or of unverifiable ancestry you will not be allowed to hold elective office in Nigeria. Non-invested people have messed up our drive to build a great nation for far too long. Only true blood, pure hearts and patriotic souls will steer this nation.

I am a born optimist; but today, let's try something else. I sense a big danger coming. I sense a mayhem, an utter disaster There's a big ruination looming in Africa's largest commercial hub - Lagos.

Do you want to learn on how to leverage on digital channels for growth? Then this conference is for you. Ex- BB Naija housemates , Tobi Bakare and Lolu Shomuyiwa will join other thought leaders in the ICT and Entertainment industries in a round table Panel  as they discuss ways on how to maximize digital Channles for growth.

4 banks in Nigeria have been in the mix of the trending hashtag #BankWars on Twitter. A Sterling bank advert got the other banks to clap back, sending their customers on a fun rampage.

According to The Nation Nigeria The Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, has urged Nigerians in the Diaspora not to believe everything they read on the social media about happenings in the country, saying most of what emanates from the social media is fake news.