Thursday, October 31, 2024
*Primate Ayodele’s Prophecy On Globacom Fulfilled*
For the first time since Globacom began operations in 2003, Mike Adenuga, the founder, would be stepping down as the Chief Executive Officer for someone else to take over.
Access Holdings Reaffirms Commitment To Driving Inter, Intra-African Trade
Access Holdings Plc, the parent company of Access Bank Plc, has announced a series of initiatives aimed at empowering small businesses across Africa and enhancing intra-African trade. During a recent media roundtable, the leadership team, including Acting GCEO Ms. Bolaji Agbede, and Group Managing Director/CEO, Roosevelt Ogbonna, shared insights on the company’s strategic priorities for the coming years.
FirstBank Joins Partnership For Carbon Accounting Financials
FirstBank has officially joined the Partnership for Carbon Accounting Financials (PCAF), marking a significant step toward sustainable finance. This collaboration exemplifies FirstBank’s unwavering commitment to combating climate change and promoting sustainable socioeconomic development, particularly in Nigeria.
Tinubu Picks Gen. Oluyede As Acting Chief Of Army Staff
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, has appointed Major General Olufemi Olatubosun Oluyede as the acting Chief of Army Staff (COAS).
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
Screening: Associates, Well Wishers Storm NASS As Senators Grill Tinubu’s Nominees Today
Relatives and political associates on Wednesday stormed the National Assembly to support their brothers and sisters as Senators begin the screening of ministerial nominees.
Court Orders Stoppage Of Funds To Rivers State
A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has stopped the Federal Government from releasing further monthly allocations to Rivers State.
Ecobank Reports Stellar Q3 2024 Pre-Tax Profit Of N265.029 Billion
Ecobank Plc has once again made headlines with its impressive financial performance for the third quarter of 2024. The bank reported a remarkable pre-tax profit growth of 136.94% year on year, reaching N265.029 billion. This robust performance is not just a flash in the pan but a clear indication of Ecobank’s strategic initiatives paying off.
Tuesday, October 29, 2024
*Primate Ayodele VS Osun APC: Oyetola, They Are Leading You To The Pit Again*
By Adeosun Olashile
There is a popular saying; ‘’What an elder sees sitting down, a child will not see it even if he stands on an Iroko tree" was indeed coined for a season like this when political actors have begun to thrash prophecies and insist on doing things their own way.
Northern Govs Oppose Tinubu’s Planned Tax Hike
Nineteen state governors in the Northern region have aired their strong displeasure on the recent Tax Reform Bill the Federal Government submitted to the National Assembly for approval.
UBA@75: UBA Hosts ‘Creators Unlocked Event, Rewards Documentary Filmmakers
In line with its 75th-anniversary celebration, Africa’s Global Bank, United Bank for Africa (UBA), has demonstrated its commitment to the growth of Nigeria’s creative space by empowering storytellers, innovators, and filmmakers in Nigeria at its #UBACreatorsUnlocked”
Assault On Bolt Driver: ‘My Behavior Fell Short Of Standards Expected Of Me’–Reps Member Alex Ikwecheghi Apologizes

Member of the House of Representatives, Hon. Alex Ikwechegh, has apologized for assaulting a Bolt driver at his Abuja residence.
Man City’s Rodri Wins Ballon D’or As Nigeria’s Ademola Lookman Places 14Th
Manchester City midfielder Rodri has emerged the winner of this year’s Ballon d’Or award, beating competition from Real Madrid trio of Jude Bellingham, Vinicius Junior and Dani Carvajal.
Monday, October 28, 2024
Rivers Crisis: How Fubara Can Resolve Stalemate Without Firing Shot – Ehichioya Ezomon

Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s made the world to believe that his predecessor and Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, Chief Nyesom Wike, is the architect and purveyor of the political crisis in the state. He’s used every opportune moment to drum this narrative for the consumption of a sympathetic public.
Oil Sector Crisis: Step Down As Minister – Nigerians Tell Tinubu
Persistent crisis in the oil sector is fueling calls on President Bola Tinubu to step aside as the Minister of Petroleum.
DOWNSTREAM DEREGULATION: Between Obasanjo’s Half-Measures And Tinubu’s Bold Leadership
By Temitope Ajayi
A video of former President Olusegun Obasanjo’s interview with News Central Television has been trending on social media platforms for the past week. In the interview, the former President, in a veiled reference to the current administration, said Nigeria has a President who came into office without a plan. Yet, the same ‘planless’ president is implementing a bold economic reform programme that Obasanjo initiated and abandoned mid-way.
Polaris Bank Retains Double Honours As Best In Digital Banking, MSME
Lagos, Nigeria - October 28, 2024: Polaris Bank, Nigeria’s leading digital retail commercial bank, again at the weekend proved its digital dominance in the Nigerian banking industry, winning the most-coveted award as the best in digital banking and the entire ecosystem for micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs).
Sunday, October 27, 2024
Pay Us While We Are Alive – Pensioners Beg FG
Many pensioners have urged the Federal Government and their Pension Fund Administratird (PFA) to pay them their annuity and pension entitlements whike they are still alive.
Niger Delta Group Threatens To Bomb Oil Installations Over Wike’s Attempts To Stop LG Funds
A nascent Niger Delta Militant group has threatened to bomb and shut down oil installations in Niger Delta should any Judge rule and stop allocations to the 23 Local Governments in Rivers State.
Saturday, October 26, 2024
Obi Mourns Humphrey Nwosu, Says He Was An Exceptional Electoral Umpire Ready To Die For Democracy
Labour Party leader and Presidential Candidate in the party in 2023 polls, Peter Obi, has described the late National Electoral Commission Chairman, Prof Humphrey Nwosu, as an exceptional Electoral Umpire who was ready to risk his life for democracy.
Police Officer Arrested Over Murder Of Popular Nigerian Musician
Enugu State Police Command has arrested and detained a police inspector serving in the Anti-Cultism Tactical Squad over the alleged murder of a famous Enugu traditional Ogene musician, Okezie Chikezie Mba.
BREAKING: CAF Awards Nigeria 3 Points, 3 Goals Against Libya
Confederation of African Football (CAF) has awarded Nigeria three points and three goals and fined Libya the sum of $50,000.
A Life Of Purpose And Leadership: Celebrating The Legacy Of AFRIMA’s Vice President, Modupe Temitope Dada
Late Modupe Temitope Oriyomi Ige Dada will forever be remembered as a beacon of selflessness, compassion, and dedication. She lived a life of purpose, both professionally and personally. As a highly accomplished investment banking professional with over two decades of experience, Modupe touched countless lives through her work and her enduring spirit of service.
It Was Tinubu’s Decision – IMF Denies Being Behind Subsidy Removal
International Monetary Fund (IMF) says it played no role in the removal of fuel subsidy by the President Bola Tinubu administration.
PENGASSAN Loses 4 Members To Helicopter Crash
Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) has expressed shock over the tragic helicopter crash that claimed the lives of four of its members.
Friday, October 25, 2024
FirstBank Assures Customers Of Seamless Banking Operations Amidst Suppliers Platform Enhancement
FirstBank has called on its customers to disregard a misleading report circulating in the media regarding a system upgrade.
*Children's Day: Oyo Govt Inaugurates Multi-sectoral Committee*
...re-affirms commitment to Children's Wellbeing_ Oyo State Government on Thursday inaugurated a Multi-sectoral Planning Committee for...

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Dangote Petroleum Refinery has announced a reduction of the price of diesel from N1200 to N1,000 per litre.
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Oyo State Government on Monday said a total of 5,600 newly recruited teachers will be uploaded into its database and thereafter, ready to ...
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Kidnapped student of the Delta State University, DELSU, Abraka in Ethiope-East Local Government Area, Miss Onos Roman, has regained her free...