ECOWAS And Ecobank Champion Alternative Energy Solutions

…….Train Over 100 Entrepreneurs in Off-Grid Solar Sector in Abuja and Lagos

(L-R); Regional Manager, Apapa – Isolo, Ecobank Nigeria, Mr. Otega Odjegba; Team Lead, Entrepreneurship Support Facilities, Regional Off-Grid Electricity Access Project, Salamatu Baba Tunwzang; Senior Adviser/ Project Coordinator, Regional Off-Grid Electricity Access Project, Ecowas Commission Ei hadji Sylla; and Environmental Social Health and Safety Expert, Amani Mchugh at the Ecowas – ROGEAP Entrepreneurship Business Training for SMEs s in Solar Business in Lagos.

CBEX: EFCC Declares Elie Bitar Wanted

Elie Bitar has been declared wanted by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in connection with the collapsed Crypto Bridge Exchange, commonly known as CBEX.

ZENITH BANK ASSURES SHAREHOLDERS OF QUANTUM LEAP IN FUTURE DIVIDENDS AT 34TH AGM, PAYS N195.67 BILLION FOR 2024 FINANCIAL YEAR

L-R: Executive Director, Mr. Adamu Lawani; Executive Director, Mr. Akin Ogunranti; Group Managing Director/Chief Executive, Dame (Dr.) Adaora Umeoji, OON; Founder and Chairman of Zenith Bank Plc, Jim Ovia, CFR; Executive Director, Mrs. Adobi Nwapa; Executive Director, Mr. Henry Oroh; and Executive Director, Mr. Louis Odom during the 34th Annual General Meeting of Zenith Bank Plc held at The Civic Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos, yesterday.

GTCO Food And Drink Festival 2025: A Shared Experience Of Culture, Cuisine And Enterprise

Lagos, Nigeria—29 April 2025 – The stage is set for Africa’s most anticipated celebration of food, drink, and culture as Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc (GTCO) announces the 8th edition of the GTCO Food and Drink Festival, scheduled to hold from Friday, May 2nd to Sunday, May 4th, 2025, at GTCentre, Plot 1 Water Corporation Drive, Oniru, Victoria Island, Lagos.

UN, EU Convene Strategic Meeting To Support Nigeria

Building on the global partnership approach between the United Nations and the European Union, the UN and the EU in Nigeria have convened a strategic partnership meeting to strengthen collaboration and improve efficiency and coordination in delivering on shared priorities in support of Nigeria.

Fidelity Bank's FY 2024 Performance Praised By Shareholders

L – R: Executive Director/Chief Operations and Information Officer, Mr. Stanley Amuchie; Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Nneka Onyeali-Ikpe; Chairman, Mr. Mustafa Chike-Obi; and Company Secretary, Mrs. Ezinwa Unuigboje; (all of Fidelity Bank Plc) at the bank’s 37th Annual General Meeting held in Lagos recently.

Sterling Bank Introduces Free Bus Rides For Nigerians...

.…doubles down on its push for Free Bank Transfers

Lagos, Nigeria: After sparking a national movement with its Zero Transfer Fees campaign, Sterling Bank has once again pushed the boundaries of what corporate citizenship can mean to everyday Nigerians. 

AISHA ACHIMUGURETURNS TO NIGERIA, HONOURS EFCC’S INVITATION IN ONGOING INVESTIGATION

Prominent Nigerian entrepreneur and philanthropist, Mrs. Aisha Achimugu, arrived in Nigeria early this morning, April 29, 2025, at approximately 5:00 AM, in response to an invitation by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) dated March 4th, 2025 to assist in an ongoing investigation.

*How Primate Ayodele Foretold Total Blackout In Europe Two Months Ago*

 

When it comes to accurately foretelling what would happen in the future, including what may seem impossible at first till it eventually happens, just leave it for Primate Elijah Ayodele of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church; That is what makes his ministry unique.

AIR PEACE EMPOWERS WOMEN IN UMUERIM UMUKPARO, MBALA COMMUNITY, ABIA STATE

As part of its corporate (CSR) social responsibility initiatives which rests on environment, social welfare, education, youth and women empowerment, Air Peace, West and Central Africa’s largest carrier, has empowered women in Umuerim Umukparo in Mbala community, Abia State.

C-One To Acquire Bankly Microfinance Bank …

...to restore Stability and Accelerate Growth

Lagos, Nigeria: C-One Ventures Platform (C-One) today announced it has entered into an agreement to invest and acquire the licences, technology and select assets of the Nigerian operations of Bankly -a licensed 

microfinance bank and fintech leader known for bridging financial access gaps across Nigeria’s informal economy.

*Supreme Court Sets Aside N22trn Judgement Against Union Bank*

Supreme Court has set aside a Federal High Court judgement in which over N22 trillion was awarded against Union Bank and other parties since 2014. 

ECOWAS ROGEAP, Ecobank Nigeria To Host Entrepreneurship Training For Solar SMEs In Lagos

Regional Off-Grid Electricity Access Project (ROGEAP), implemented by the ECOWAS Commission in partnership with Ecobank Nigeria, has announced a three-day Entrepreneurship Business Training (EBT) Workshop for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the solar energy sector. Scheduled for April 28 – 30, 2025, this workshop builds on a similar training held in March 2025 in Abuja, where 50 SMEs were equipped with vital skills. With the Lagos edition, ROGEAP and Ecobank will have trained 100 SMEs, one of many strategic efforts to boost business capacity and accelerate the adoption of stand-alone solar solutions in off-grid communities.

Oyo Govt To Boost Economy With Adire, Hosts Maiden Adire Carnival

Oyo State Government has promised to boost the state’s economy through the promotion of Adire industry, saying all is set for the maiden Adire Expo in Ibadan.

World Malaria Day: Oyo Govt Takes Action To End Malaria

_…pays counterpart funds for insecticide treated net campaign_

 

 

Oyo State Government has embarked on actions to end malaria in the state by operationalizing the malaria reference laboratory to guarantee accurate diagnoses, prompt and effective treatment for every suspected case.

OGUN NUJ CELEBRATES NUJ NATIONAL PRESIDENT, ALHASSAN YAHYAH AT 50

Ogun State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) proudly celebrates the landmark 50th birthday of the National President, Alhassan Yahyah. 

LASTMA Rescues Driver As Truck Plunges From Lagos Bridge

Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has rescued a severely-injured driver whose truck plunged from the Pen Cinema Bridge in Agege.

Pope Francis Buried In Rome’s Basilica Of Saint Mary Major

Pope Francis was buried in the Basilica of Saint Mary Major, his favourite church in Rome, on Saturday afternoon, after a two-hour funeral service held in St Peter’s Square, the Holy See said.

MTN Under Attack As hackers Breach Network

MTN Nigeria on Friday, April 25, confirmed that it was recently targeted in a cyber attack but has moved to calm concerns, assuring customers, partners, and stakeholders that its key systems and customer data were not compromised.

Defection Is A New Dawn In Delta – Ned Nwoko

Sen. Ned Nwoko (APC -Delta) has described the the defection of Gov. Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta to the All Progressives Congress (APC) as a new dawn in the political history of the state.

PICTURES: LAGOS COMMISSIONER FOR ENVIRONMENT, MR TOKUNBO WAHAB ADDRESSES THE MEDIA AT THE ONGOING LASG Y2025 ANNUAL MINISTERIAL PRESS BRIEFING, ON FRIDAY, 25 APRIL, 2025

l-r: Permanent Secretaries: Office of Drainage Services and Water Resources, Engineer Mahmood Adegbite; Office of Environment Services, Dr. Gaji Omobolaji; Special Adviser to the Governor on Environment, Mr. Olakunle Rotimi-Akodu; Commissioner for Environment, Mr. Tokunbo Wahab; Special Adviser to the Governor on Media & Publicity, Mr. Gboyega Akosile and Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Information and Strategy, Mr. Olumide Sogunle, during the Ministry of Environment ministerial press briefing at the Bagauda Kaltho Press Centre, Alausa, Ikeja, on Friday, April 25, 2025.

Shareholders Re-Elects Elumelu As Chairman Of UBA Plc

    Dr Tony Elumelu, Chairman, UBA Plc

Shareholders of the United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc have approved a final dividend of N3.00 per share for the 2024 financial year ended December 31.

Nigeria’s Poverty Rate Higher Than China, Indonesia, Vietnam’s Combined – Peter Obi

Labour Party’s presidential candidate in 2023, Peter Obi, has blamed poor leadership for the rising poverty levels in Nigeria.

PHOTOS: LAGOS COMMISSIONER FOR BASIC & SECONDARY EDUCATION, MR JAMIU ALLI-BALOGUN BRIEFS THE MEDIA AT THE ONGOING LASG Y2025 ANNUAL MINISTERIAL PRESS CONFERENCE, ON THURSDAY, 24 APRIL, 2025

l-r: Chairman, Special Committee on Rehabilitation of Public Schools (SCRPS), Mr Hakeem Smith; Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education, Mrs. Abisola Dokunmu-Adegbite; Commissioner for Basic & Secondary Education, Mr Jamiu Alli-Balogun; Special Adviser to the Governor on Media & Publicity, Mr. Gbenga Akosile, and Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Information & Strategy, Mr. Olumide Sogunle during the Ministry of Basic & Secondary Education ministerial press briefing at the Bagauda Kaltho Press Centre, Alausa, Ikeja, on Thursday, April 24, 2025.

SANWO-OLU CELEBRATES PUBLISHER OF CITY PEOPLE, SEYE KEHINDE AT 60

Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has congratulated the Publisher of City People Magazine and CEO of City People Entertainment Awards, Dr Seye Kehinde, on the occasion of his 60th birthday.

BREAKING: Reps In Closed-door Meeting With Rivers Sole Administrator, Ibas

Sole Administrator, Retired Vice Admiral Ibok Ete Ibas, is currently meeting with the House of Representatives Ad Hoc Committee on Rivers State.

Tinubu’s Rivers Action Grave Breach of Constitution -Amaechi

Former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has insisted that President Bola Tinubu broke Nigeria’s constitution by removing Governor Siminalayi Fubara and declaring a state of emergency in Rivers State.

2027: Talks On Peter Obi’s Return To PDP Begin Amid Mass Defection -Party Chieftain

Former Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Chairman in Anambra State, Dan Ulasi, has suggested that the party should approach ex-Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi to return back to the party.

AIR PEACE RESUMES FLIGHT OPERATIONS AS NIMET SUSPEND STRIKE

 

Management of AirPrace has announced the resumption of flight operations following the suspension of industrial strike action by the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NIMET).

PRIMATE AYODELE SHOCKER!! Not Atiku, Not Obi, only Tinubu Can Make Nigeria Great Again!

*Warns President To Do 3 Things To Win 2027 Elections

If there is one prophet presently in Nigeria that has established himself clearly as an oracle, one that foretells accurately what the future holds for different prominent individuals and the country at large, that prophet is no other than Primate Ayodele Elijah, the founder and leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual church. Over the years, he has distinguished himself as different from the rest of the crowd.

*How Primate Ayodele Foretold Delta Governor’s Decamp To APC In 2024*

Nigeria’s political stakeholders were in shock Wednesday, 23rd of April 2025, following the sudden decamping of Delta Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori.

Insecurity: ‘Enough Is Enough,’ Tinubu Tells NSA, Security Chiefs To Restore Order

President Bola Tinubu has directed an immediate overhaul of national security strategies, demanding urgent action to end the escalating violence in Borno, Benue, Plateau and Kwara states.

FG Releases ₦50bn To Settle ASUU, Other University Staff Allowances

Minister of Education, Dr Maruf Alausa, has announced the release of ₦50 billion by the Federal Government to the academic and non-academic staff unions of federal universities for the settlement of earned allowances, as promised by President Bola Tinubu.

Union Bank's Edu360 Initiative Fuels Future Stars At Greensprings Football Academy

L-R: Bukola Ayeni, Lead External Communications, Union Bank of Nigeria; West Bromwich Albion Football Club coaches; Mrs Lai Koiki, Founder and CEO, Greensprings School and participants of the 11th Greensprings Football Camp sponsored by Union Bank of Nigeria under its Edu360 initiative at the school's Awoyaya campus in Lekki, Lagos recently.

Tinubu Arrives In Abuja After Visit To France, UK

 

President Bola Tinubu has returned to Nigeria following a working visit to France and the United Kingdom.

What Happens When A Pope Dies?

Pope’s passing marks the beginning of nine days of mourning, called the novendiale.

*Primate Ayodele’s Prophecy Fulfilled As Burkina Faso Junta Leader Escapes Coup Attempt (VIDEO)*

In the African continent, there is hardly any country Primate Elijah Ayodele, the Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church has not made his prophetic mark. His prophecies have always made serious impact in the continent and there isn’t any significant event that happens without him first prophesying it.

Union Bank Rewards Customers With Motorcycles, Cash Prizes In 3rd Save And Win Palli Promo 4 Monthly Draw

Lagos, Nigeria— Union Bank of Nigeria has rewarded another set of customers in the ongoing Save and Win Palli Promo 4 campaign. Six lucky customers each won a brand-new motorcycle, and 120 additional winners won cash prizes.

Polaris Bank Pledges Continuous Partnership With NDLEA To Combat Drug Abuse, Trafficking, And Money Laundering

Polaris Bank’s MD with Executive Directors of the bank alongside the NDLEA team during their courtesy visit to the bank recently.

It Has Become Apparent That The Forgotten Nollywood Actress Doris Ogala Is On A Path To Total Destruction

... her behavior is erratic

Doris Ogala, a fading actress in Nollywood, has lost credibility due to her recent claims that Dr. Chris Okafor is having an affair with her. Fortunately, the public no longer believes her false accusations and blackmail. Can Doris Ogala justify her actions, trying to destroy or blackmail Dr. Chris Okafor, her spiritual father, when she should be showing respect for her own father?

*Primate Ayodele Celebrates With Christians On Easter*

As the global Christian community gathers to celebrate the resurrection of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ, Primate Elijah Ayodele, the Leader and Spiritual Head of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, extends warm Easter greetings and heartfelt prayers to believers around the world.

Hear What Bishop Wisdom Irabor Said About Dr. Chris Okafor... The Generational Prophet Of God

.......IT IS WORLD DR CHRIS OKAFOR'S DAY: EIGHT BIRTHDAY NOTES TO THE GENERATIONAL PROPHET:

PLEASE TRY AND READ TO THE END:

HELP ME SAY A WORD OF PRAYERS TO HIM:

1. Happy Birthday to the man who is completely different from everything his enemies told you about him. My relationship with you made me know that, you can become a bad person relating with the person people think is good for you, you can also become a good person relating with the person people think is not good for you. I found God relating with you.

Made In Naija: Union Bank Empowers Young Nigerian Entrepreneurs

L-R: Ayokunnumi Abraham, Head, SME Segments, Union Bank of Nigeria, Ruth Ogbodu, 3rd place winner, Yemisi Otokiti, 1st place winner, Olanrewaju Amodu, 2nd place winner, Chinenye Ekwulugo, alpher Experience Manager, Union Bank of Nigeria, Ebunoluwa Amusan, Brand Sponsorship and Partnership, Union Bank of Nigeria and Olusegun Odufuwa, Convener, Youth Leadership Conference, during the RISE Business Challenge sponsored by Union Bank of Nigeria held recently at the University of Lagos, Akoka.

Fidelity Bank Named “Nigeria’s Best Private Bank” At Euromoney Awards

Fidelity Bank, CEO, Dr. Nneka Onyeali-Ikpe

LAGOS, NIGERIA – April 16, 2025 – Tier one bank, Fidelity Bank PLC, has been named “Nigeria’s Best Private Bank” at the prestigious Euromoney Awards 2025. The recognition was formally unveiled at the awards ceremony held recently at The Savoy in London. 

UBA WINS ICAN, NGX CORPORATE REPORTING AWARD

United Bank for Africa came top in the Best in Class Award of Excellence in Sustainability Reporting at the 2nd edition of the Corporate Reporting Award organized by ICAN and NGX.

NIGERIA, SOUTH AFRICA SIGN PACT ON MINING DEVELOPMENT

In a bid to solidify the partnership fostered through the Nigeria–South Africa Bi-National Commission—recently inaugurated by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and President Cyril Ramaphosa—the Ministers of Solid Minerals of both nations have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) outlining key areas of cooperation, complete with implementation timelines.

Atiku Questions Tinubu’s Prolonged Stay In France Amidst Plateau, Benue Killings

Erswhile Vice-President, Atiku Abubakar, has berated President Bola Tinubu for remaining in France while violence and killings persist in Benue and Plateau states.

Sexual Allegations: Dr. Chris Okafor's Image Remains Unblemished

...Doris Ogala, Your Efforts Have Been Unsuccessful and Will Remain So

For sometimes now I have been contemplating on the sexual allegations made by Doris Ogala against Dr Chris Okafor, a Man of God from the Mountain of Liberation and Miracle Ministry, also known as Liberation City.