The Nigerian Institute of Journalism (NIJ), Ogba, Lagos, has announced its 7th Convocation Ceremony, scheduled for Tuesday, May 6, 2025. A total of 707 students across various diploma programmes will graduate, with an impressive 60 students receiving Distinction certificates.

According to Provost Gbenga Adefaye, the convocation lecture, titled “AI and Public Governance,” will be delivered by Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service, Mr. Bashir Adeniyi, on Monday, May 5, 2025. The lecture promises to attract a diverse audience of scholars, public servants, and media professionals.

The event will be chaired by veteran journalist and Chairman of the NIJ Governing Council, Aremo Olusegun Osoba. Mr. Adefaye highlighted the institute’s commitment to quality media education despite challenges related to funding and declining admission rates, emphasizing the importance of embracing technology and maintaining academic integrity in the age of Artificial Intelligence.

Nigerian Afrobeats artist David Adeleke, known globally as Davido, has levied strong criticism against the Nigerian government, claiming it to be among the “worst governments” worldwide. Speaking recently on Apple Music’s Ebro Darden show, Davido highlighted the disparity between the nation’s governance and the positive international image cultivated by its entertainment industry.

He argued that despite perceived failings in leadership, Nigerian music and entertainment have significantly impacted the country’s global perception, attracting tourists and showcasing Nigerian culture on a global stage. Davido specifically noted the influx of American visitors to Lagos during the past December festive season, attributing it to the burgeoning entertainment scene and cultural appeal. His comments underscore a growing sentiment within the Nigerian creative sector, recognizing its power to shape international narratives and attract foreign interest.

The Federal High Court in Abuja has mandated the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to release businesswoman and socialite, Aisha Achimugu, within a 24-hour timeframe. Justice Inyang Ekwo issued the order on Wednesday, following Achimugu’s arrest by EFCC operatives at Nnamdi Azikiwe Airport on Tuesday.

While the EFCC presented Achimugu before the court earlier on Wednesday, the court has now directed all parties involved to report compliance with the release order by May 2, 2025. The reasons underpinning Achimugu’s arrest and the subsequent court order remain a matter of public interest and further developments are anticipated.