President Bola Tinubu expresses his deepest sympathies to Jimi and Segun Agbaje and the entire Agbaje family on the sad passing of their beloved mother, Margaret Olabisi Agbaje. Mrs. Agbaje was a distinguished educator, community leader, and former President of the Catholic Women Organisation (CWO), Lagos Ecclesiastical Province. The President joins friends, associates, the Catholic community in Nigeria, and the many students whose lives Mama Agbaje touched in mourning her loss. She peacefully departed this world on March 5. Throughout her illustrious career, Mrs. Agbaje made significant contributions to education. She taught mathematics at Holy Child College, Lagos (1953–1959), served…
Author: Oluwatoyin Mathnuel
As we commemorate the 70th anniversary of the Nigeria Union of Journalists – NUJ from 15th March 1955 to 15th March 2025, it is imperative that we pause to acknowledge and honour our fallen colleagues, tragic victims of impunity. Every act of violence against journalists – be it intimidation, harassment, or murder – constitutes a fundamental assault on the very principles of democracy and freedom of expression that we hold dear.As the esteemed journalist and advocate for press freedom, Anna Politkovskaya, astutely observed, “Without journalism, there are no freedoms.” The courageous pursuit of truth by journalists, alongside their unwavering commitment…
The National Secretariat of the Nigeria Association of Women Journalists, NAWOJ, hereby joins the rest of humanity to heartily congratulate the Nigeria Union of Journalists, NUJ, and felicitate with the leadership and members of the union across zones and state councils on the attainment of the age of 70, a remarkable milestone in our chequered history as a union. We have grown in leaps and bounds, and there is no doubt, there will be greater and even more continous growth, healthy solidarity, camaraderie. professional growth of members informed by a union that is firmly rooted and mindful of the need…
President Bola Tinubu has appointed Dr Mohammed Mohammed Aminu the Registrar/Chief Executive Officer of the National Business and Technical Examinations Board (NABTEB). Dr. Aminu holds a Ph.D. in Automobile Technology and a Masters in Procurement and Supply Chain Management. He brings 28 years of experience in teaching, administration, research, and policy development to his new role. Until his appointment, he served as Director of Procurement at the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI). An advocate for vocational education and skills development, Dr. Aminu has authored multiple publications and presented research on innovative pedagogies, youth empowerment, and poverty alleviation.…
President Bola Tinubu, addressing political leaders from the South-South on Tuesday in Abuja, emphasised the critical need for adherence to the rule of law in Rivers State to ensure lasting peace and prosperity. During a meeting with representatives and leaders of the Niger Delta under the Pan-Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF), President Tinubu reiterated that respect for the judiciary is crucial in upholding democracy and fostering harmony. The President advised the leaders to be more broadminded, selfless and focused on the larger vision of salvaging the region, politically and economically, by insisting that the judiciary’s interpretations of the Constitution be respected.…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has said that he fully understands what Nigerians are going through but that the present economic reform is necessary to build a resilient country and guarantee our children’s future. The President said this Friday in Abuja when he received the Catholic Bishop’s Conference of Nigeria (CBCN). President Tinubu highlighted the importance of citizens and leaders investing in the nation to build a strong society. He emphasised that poverty affects everyone regardless of religion and called for collective efforts to fight it. He stressed that the tax reform presented a good investment opportunity for citizens to build…
We have been made aware of a recent publication by Thisday Newspaper, Arise Television and a video circulating, regarding a court case filed by a customer, Dr. Agbai Eke, against FirstBank. We can affirm that the allegations of fraud in the Bank as alluded to by ‘Dr. Agbai Eke’ are entirely unfounded and false. Our findings on the matter indicate unprofessional and unethical dealings between Dr. Agbai Eke and a former FirstBank employee, using a personal relationship to facilitate unauthorized transactions outside the bank’s knowledge or involvement. As the matter is currently before the Court, we will refrain from further…
By Tosin Ajayi Through a legacy of excellence and Innovation, First Bank of Nigeria Limited, the country’s oldest and most distinguished financial institution, has once again solidified its reputation as a leader in the banking industry. The Bank was recently crowned the Best SME Bank in Nigeria and the Best SME Bank in Africa at the 2025 Asian Bankers Awards for the second year running. The Asian Banker Global Excellence in Retail Finance Awards are renowned for their rigour, prestige and transparency, celebrating excellence across financial services, technology, risk management and transaction finance. These prestigious recognitions reaffirm FirstBank’s unwavering commitment…
Unity Bank Plc has reaffirmed its commitment to women’s empowerment with a series of high-impact initiatives designed to inspire action toward gender equality and sustainable development.The Bank hosted a webinar with the theme: “Unleashing Women’s Potential,” pivoted by the Unity Bank Women Network as it was marking this year’s International Women’s Day.Being one of the Bank’s thought leadership on self-reliance, opportunity and equity, the webinar featured influential female leaders, including Gbemi Olateru-Olagbegi, a Nigerian entrepreneur and media personality, and Oluwabusayo Adegoke, a certified life coach and Strategy Consultant, who shared perspectives on women’s leadership, financial inclusion, and breaking barriers in…
A member of the House of Representatives, Tolulope Akande-Sadipe, has expressed deep regret over the demise of a former Ibadan South-west constituency lawmaker, Rt. Hon. Kehinde Subair, whose transition was announced yesterday. In a condolence message, on Saturday, the Oluyole Federal Constituency representative said she was saddened by news of the death of an illustrious son of Ibadan and former co-labourer in the late Governor Abiola Ajimobi led administration with whom she had a healthy and productive working relationship. According to her, she and the late lawmaker, a former majority leader of the State House of Assembly forged a close…