On the 12th of August 2025, Commissioner of Police Delta State, CP Olufemi Abaniwonda, on behalf of the Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, PhD, NPM, presented cheques of Thirty-seven million, six hundred and sixty-three thousand, nine hundred and thirty-six naira (#37,663,936) to thirty-five families of deceased officers who died while in active service. The cheques issued on behalf of the IGP are part of the IGP Family Welfare Scheme and Group Life Assurance. The Commissioner of Police Delta State while presenting the cheques noted that the Nation and the Nigeria police force appreciates the sacrifices made by…
Author: Oluwatoyin Mathnuel
The Centre for Infrastructural and Technological Advancement for the Blind (CITAB) has slammed the federal government for ignoring the Nigerian Farmcraft Centre for the Blind in Lagos, the only federal vocational school for visually impaired Nigerians, shut tight and gathering dust for over a year. This centre, under the watchful eyes of the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, led by Dr. Betta Edu before Prof. Yeltiwad, seems to have been forgotten like an unwanted secret tucked away in a dark corner. Jolomi George Fenemigho, Executive Director of CITAB, in Lagos today, did not mince words as he…
…Rewards Another 29 Customers from the 4th, 5th, and 6th Monthly Draws with Cash Prizes Leadinreleascial institution, Fidelity Bank Plc, has reaffirmed its dedication to financial empowerment and a savings-oriented culture with the emergence of twenty new millionaires in the seventh and eighth monthly draws of its Get Alert in Millions (GAIM) Season 6 Savings Promo. The draw event, held at the bank’s headquarters in Lagos, featured the announcement of the lucky winners and the formal Prize Presentation Ceremony for winners in the fourth, fifth, and sixth monthly draws. Speaking at the event, Dr. Ken Opara, Promo Chairperson and Executive…
In continuation of the War Against Overloading FRSC Lagos Sector Command, a dangerously overloaded vehicle was intercepted on Monday the 11th of August, 2025 by the patrol team at about 5:00 pm along the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway. The apprehended vehicle, laden with an excessive number of mattresses, was visibly bent to one side due to the unsafe load, posing a serious risk to both the driver and other road users. The Sector Commander, Corps Commander Kehinde G. Hamzat, reiterated the Corps’ zero tolerance for overloading of passengers or goods, stressing that such practices compromise vehicle stability, and significantly heighten the risk…
In a legal victory for Adron Homes, the Federal High Court sitting in Abeokuta, Ogun State, has dismissed the suit brought by the Registered Trustees of the City of David Residents Association (CODRA) and five others, Elder Gbadebo Aromolaran, Mr. Adetokunbo Adeshile, Mr. Olaolu Ayinde, Olusegun Aba Yomi Esq, Oluwadamilare Awokoya Esq, against Adron Homes and Properties Limited. The case, Suit No. FHC/AB/FHR/58/2023, was presided over by Hon. Justice Abiodun J. Adeyemi, who, after an exhaustive review of the claims and evidence presented, found the Applicants’ allegations to be unsubstantiated, speculative, and without merit. The Applicants had alleged that Adron…
A national leader of the Oodua People’s Congress (OPC), Comrade Adesina Akinpelu, has expressed concerns over the order issued by the Ogun State Government for the demolition of a house belonging to former Governor Gbenga Daniel of Ogun. Otunba Gbenga Daniels, who is the Senator representing Ogun East in the National Assembly, had on Saturday, accused Gover Dapo Abiodun of allegedly ordering the demolition of his Sagamu private residence, The Asoludero Court, Conference Hotels Limited as well as the hotel annexe in Sagamu. The former Ogun State governor in a statement signed by his media aide, Steve Oliyide, lamentedthat the…
In a series of well-coordinated operations, the Delta State Command under the leadership of CP Olufemi Abaniwonda has dealt a crushing setback to criminal elements operating in the state, recovering a stolen luxury vehicle, seizing dangerous firearms, and arresting notorious robbery suspects with an astonishing haul of stolen goods. On 05/08/2025 at about 1740hrs, the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of B Division Asaba, CSP Edewor Akponegware, received credible intelligence regarding a suspected stolen Mercedes Benz GLK (Registration Number: NZM10AP) about to be sold at a parking lot on Former Deputy Road, Asaba. Acting swiftly on this information, the DPO led…
FirstBank proudly sponsored the recently held Canada-Africa Fintech Summit (CAFS 2025), which took place from August 5–8 at the Sheraton Centre in Downtown Toronto. Convened by Dr. Segun Aina, President of the African Fintech Network, CAFS 2025 was a landmark event that united fintech leaders, regulators, startups, and investors from Africa and Canada to explore scalable digital solutions, encourage investment, and promote inclusive economic development across both continents. As a legacy institution with over 131 years of leadership in financial services, FirstBank’s sponsorship highlights its commitment to fostering cross-border collaboration, financial inclusion, and forward-thinking innovation in the global fintech landscape.…
By Oluwatoyin Mathnuel Friday the 8th of August 2025, HIM Oba Dr. Akinloye Iyanda Owolabi Olakulehin (Ige Olakulehin 1 ) remains was laid to rest after days of activities and Christian wake keep on Thursday the 7th. As a devoted christian, Oba Olakulehin final farewell service was held at The Cathedral Church of St Peter Aremo, in Ibadan. Words of exhortation was delivered by The very Rev. S.K Olawoyin . In 1983, Oba Olakulehin became Mogaji for the Ige Olakulehin Family of Ita- Baale in Ibadan North- East Local government . He was installed as the Jagun Olubadan by Oba…
Nigerian singer Adekunle Temitope popularly known as Small Doctor has raised alarm over the safety of boarding certain public transport vehicles, particularly minibuses known locally as “Korope.” The warning, shared on his Twitter page, urged the public to avoid minibuses that operate with conductors. According to the singer, a large number of these vehicles may be involved in suspicious or d@ngerous activities. He claimed that about 90 percent of such minibuses have hidden intentions and advised commuters to stay alert and avoid taking unnecessary risks when using public transport. He wrote: “If You Come Across A Mini Bus (Korope) With…