Every year on August 19, the world pauses to recognise the extraordinary courage and compassion of people who dedicate themselves to humanitarian service. World Humanitarian Day is more than a symbolic moment on the calendar, it is a globalreminder that the strength of our societies is measured not by wealth or technology alone, but by how we care for the most vulnerable among us.For Access Holdings, this truth sits at the core of our purpose. We believe that the role of a modern business is not limited to delivering value to shareholders; it extends to uplifting the communities in which…
Author: Oluwatoyin Mathnuel
Acting on credible intelligence, Operatives of the CP-Special assignment team between the 11th and 16th of August 2025, Arrested a syndicate of robbers/ fraudsters who specialise in robbing and Defrauding unsuspecting victims of their valuable items such as phones, Motorcycles, jewellery, and looting of their victims’ bank accounts. The suspects act in the guise of looking for direction and then hypnotise their victims before extorting and defrauding them. The suspects are Ibrukoko m’ aged 32 years and a native of Ovu community Ethiope East LGA, Obruche actor “m’ aged 31 years and a native of Emede community in Isoko South…
As part of its ongoing commitment to expanding Nigeria’s footprint in global trade, leading financial institution Fidelity Bank Plc has announced it will host a high-level panel session at the upcoming Fidelity Nigeria International Trade and Creative Connect (FNITCC) in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. Themed “Financing For Scale – Unlocking Capital For Global Export Competitiveness,” the session will take place on Friday, 19 September 2025, and will feature top executives and thought leaders from across Nigeria’s financial and entrepreneurial landscape including: Mustafa Chike-Obi, Chairman, Board of Directors – Fidelity Bank Plc and a veteran investment banker; Olasunkanmi Owoyemi, Group MD/CEO –…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has listed Adamawa-born entrepreneur, industrialist, and investor Abdullahi Bashir Haske, wanted in connection with alleged criminal conspiracy and money laundering. According to a statement by EFCC spokesperson Dele Oyewale, the public is urged to provide any information on Haske’s whereabouts to the nearest police station or EFCC offices across Nigeria. “The public is hereby notified that ABDULLAHI BASHIR HASKE, whose photograph appears above, is wanted by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in an alleged case of Criminal Conspiracy and Money Laundering.” This declaration is coming one week after Nigerian Prophet, Primate Elijah…
Former Super Eagles defender Taribo West has lamented his displeasure on how Nigerians football heros have been taken care of even in death or alive At today’s funeral football match valedictory of late Nigeria Foremost goalkeeper Peter Rufai , Taribo West could not hold back his emotions as he felt disappointed regarding neglect of athletes who put Nigeria first at their youthful age later neglected at old age or time of needs. Speaking emotionally, the ex-Inter Milan star who is now a general overseer of a church slammed both Lagos State and the Nigerian Football Association for neglecting the family…
MAGGI, the iconic seasoning brand from Nestlé, has once again reinforced its commitment to women and communities in Nigeria by sponsoring the 2025 August Meeting across five South-Eastern states. This year’s edition reached more than 8,100 women across 18 locations throughout August, providing nutrition education, culinary demonstrations, and engaging conversations on family well-being and economic empowerment. The August Meeting is a decades-old tradition that unites Igbo women, both at home and abroad, to deliberate on family, social, and community development. By partnering with this powerful platform, MAGGI is deepening its connection with women, who remain at the heart of its…
Lagos State Signage and Advertisement Agency (LASAA) has responded to recent apprehensions suggesting a resurgence of heavy-handed regulation and arbitrary enforcement in the State’s outdoor advertising sector. While acknowledging the concerns, LASAA sought to reaffirm its commitment to regulatory fairness, industry professionalism and the sustainable growth of outdoor advertising in Lagos. Refuting claims that LASAA intends to “wield the big stick,” the Agency drew attention to its longstanding practice of fostering dialogue and partnership with industry stakeholders. Prince Fatiu Akiolu, Managing Director of the Agency stated, “The era of mutual suspicion is firmly behind us,” adding that the Agency “regularly…
His Majesty Ogiame Atuwatse III, CFR, the Olu of Warri, has launched the Iwere Trust Foundation (ITF) with a personal donation of ₦750 million to drive the socio-economic development of the Itsekiri nation, in a historic move marking his 4th coronation anniversary.. Unveiling the initiative before thousands of subjects, traditional leaders, and well-wishers at his Aghofen Palace, the monarch declared that true progress for the Itsekiri people must be championed by Itsekiris themselves. “It is only the Itsekiri people that can truly develop themselves and their ancestral homeland,” the Olu stated. “I have sown my seed of commitment with ₦750…
In a decisive move to strengthen stability, consistency, and quality learning across all schools in Edo State, the Ministry of Education has announced new education policies to take effect from the 2025/2026 academic session: Younger siblings are henceforth permitted to use approved textbooks previously purchased by their older siblings. All approved textbooks will remain in use for a minimum of four years before review by the Ministry. Graduation ceremonies are strictly reserved for pupils who have completed Basic Education (Primary 1–JSS 3) and Senior Secondary 3 (SSS 3). At these levels, only modest celebrations will be allowed. Prom parties are…
The Lagos State Government welcomes the First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Her Excellency Senator Oluremi Tinubu, CON, who is on an official visit to the state. She will arrive in the state today. On her first official trip to the Centre of Excellence, Senator Tinubu will give out empowerment items to 1000 women at the State House, Alausa, Ikeja on Saturday. She will, after the event, open the Lagos Industrial Leather Hub – West Africa’s biggest – in Matori, Mushin. “I urge all Lagosians to accord Her Excellency a very warm welcome and the great hospitality for…