World Environmental Day 2025 : Lagos’ Bold Battle Against Plastic Pollution | By Babajide Fadoju

As the world marks World Environment Day on June 5, themed “Ending Plastic Pollution,” cities around the globe are taking stock of their environmental footprints. For Lagos, Nigeria’s bustling economic nerve centre and one of Africa’s largest megacities, the issue of plastic waste isn’t just an environmental concern—it’s a fight for survival. Few understand this…

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[PHOTOS] Gov. Lucky Aiyedatiwa Endorses Laffmattazz, Says Ondo State Is Safe For Tourism And Entertainment

The Executive Governor of Ondo State, His Excellency Lucky Aiyedatiwa has endorsed Laffmattazz with Gbenga Adeyinka and Friends. Governor Aiyedatiwa who received Gbenga Adeyinka, the Grand Comedian of the Nigeria (GCON) on Tuesday, 3 June 2025, expressed his endorsement of the show and said the state is happy to host Laffmattazz with Gbenga Adeyinka and…

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BREAKING: Segun Arinze Re-Elected As President Of AVOA

In a strong show of support, seasoned Nollywood actor and prominent voice-over professional, Segun Arinze, has been voted back in as President of the Association of Voice-Over Artistes (AVOA) Nigeria for another four-year term. Arinze, who has consistently led efforts to advance the voice-over industry and advocate for its members, shared his heartfelt appreciation to…

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MUSIC: Retqut – Gum Body

The new single “Gum Body” by fast-rising musician Retqut is a seductive and enticing song that is sure to fire up playlists all around the nation. The song, which was produced by the gifted Soplain and skillfully mixed and mastered by iJosh, embodies contemporary Afro-fusion by fusing catchy rhythms with silky vocals. With Retqut’s trademark…

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Before Stardom With… Koffi Idowu-Nuel

Famous legendary entertainer Koffi Idowu-Nuel had a chat with The Punch… How would you describe Koffi Idowu-Nuel? I’m popularly known as Koffi Tha Guru. I am a director at COSON, the first-ever IFMA brand ambassador, a Road Safety Special Marshal, and the head of the comedy sector in the Creative Industry Group. Can you tell…

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OAU Honors Abundish Nigeria CEO, Barr. Gboyega Adetunji, With Agribusiness Excellence Award

The 14th Faculty Lecture of the Faculty of Agriculture at Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) was not just an academic gathering, it was a powerful celebration of innovation, resilience, and leadership in Nigerian agriculture. One of the event’s key highlights was the presentation of the Award of Excellence in Agribusiness to Barr. Adetunji Adegboyega, the visionary…

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Lagos’ Unflinching Steward In the Fight For Environmental Survival | By Babajide Fadoju

In a city where the line between order and chaos is as thin as a mangrove’s root, Tokunbo Wahab, Lagos’ Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, has chosen a path few leaders dare tread. His methods—deemed draconian by critics—have drawn protests, lawsuits, and vitriol. Bulldozers demolish illegal markets. Styrofoam vendors are cautioned. Yet beneath…

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