The Nigerian military has just confirmed that a new terrorist group, ‘Lukarawas’ has emerged in the North-western part of the country. The Director of Defence Media Operations, Maj. Gen. Edward Buba disclosed this while briefing newsmen on military operations on Thursday in Abuja. Buba stated that the new terror group originated in the Republic of Niger after the recent coup, which disrupted military cooperation between Nigeria and Niger. He explained that the terrorists began infiltrating northern areas of Sokoto and Kebbi States from the Niger Republic and Mali, particularly following the coup in Niger. The emergence of this new terrorist…
Author: Oluwatoyin Mathnuel
FirstBank, the premier West African financial institution and financial inclusion service provider is excited to announce its 6th annual Fintech Summit, themed “Banking on Partnerships,” scheduled to hold on November 13 and 14, 2024. This year’s edition will bring together renowned subject matter experts, innovators, and industry leaders from around the world to explore the latest trends and advancements in financial technology. Since its inception in 2016, the FirstBank Fintech Summit has established itself as a premier event, attracting top subject matter experts in digital innovation from Nigeria and around the globe. While the Summit transitioned online in 2020 due…
As IGP Eulogises Lagbaja The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D.,NPM, and the defence headquarters on the 7th of Nov. 2024 paid a condolence visit to the widow of the late Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Taoheed Lagbaja, Mrs. Mariya Lagbaja, at his official residence in Abuja. The IGP described the late COAS, Lt Gen Taoreed Lagbaja, as a great man who dedicated his life and wealth of experience to defending our nation’s security space. The IGP was in the company of the Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, CON, the Minister…
Zenith Bank Plc has announced that it now boasts the best technology infrastructure in the banking industry, positioning itself to provide an exceptional customer experience and superior service delivery moving forward. This upgrade follows a recent comprehensive technology enhancement. The bank expressed its heartfelt gratitude to customers for their support and patience throughout the upgrade process, while also extending apologies for any inconveniences experienced during this time. This announcement was made in a social media post on Wednesday, signed by Dame Dr. Adaora Umeoji, OON, the Group Managing Director/CEO. In her message, the GMD/CEO emphasized the bank’s commitment to delivering…
The commissioner of Police Delta State CP Olufemi Abaniwonda urges parents and guardians to discourage their children and wards from all cult-related activities and also advises members of the public to contact the Police and report any suspicious persons or movement in their environment. SP. EDAFE BRIGHT, ANIPR, FCIA, FIPMDPOLICE PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER,DELTA STATE COMMAND,ASABA.
The Executive Governor of Lagos State, Mr Babajide Olusola Sanwo – Olu ably, represented, by his Deputy Governor, Dr Kadri Obafemi Hazmat declared, open the tenth (10th ) African Conference on One Health and Biosecurity on Wednesday, 6th November, 2024, at the Oriental Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos, Nigeria. The Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Dr Kadri Obafemi Hazmat, while addressing the theme of the aforementioned, conference; “From Ebola to COVID – 19 and beyond: Strengthening Africa’s Capacity to Address Emerging Global Health Security Threats,” amongst other things called, on researchers, experts and academics to develop solutions based research works, capable…
As a Coalition of civil society organizations strategist, we call on Nigerians to ensue violence and maintain peace after critical analysis and dissection of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu policy reform Agenda. It is most awkward to observe how some seemingly powerful individuals in the country are playing vulnerabilities of an average Nigerian in the clog of reforms initiatives of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Most people do not have requisite abilities to see beyond the clouds and read huge potentials of this administration’s reforms Agenda to lift our great country out of the woods to put the nation on the paths…
The governor of Ekiti state, Biodun Oyebanji has honoured the Primate Elijah Ayodele’s late father by naming a street after him in Ikere-Ekiti. The street which used to be ‘Area One’ where the prophet’s church in Ekiti is located has now been registered as Ayomate Avenue. According to reports, the renaming took the combined efforts of the Ogoga of Ikere-Ekiti, Oba Samuel Alagbado, his chiefs, the local government chairmen, and ultimately, the governor of Ekiti state, Biodun Oyebanji. According to the governor, the street was named in recognition of the good works done by the late father of Primate Ayodele…
SUNU Assurances Nigeria Plc, a leading insurance company and SUNU Health Nigeria Limited, a reputable health maintenance organization (HMO) in Nigeria, has received overwhelming positive feedback from beneficiaries of its recent free 3D mammogram-breast cancer screening initiative.The program was launched to raise awareness about breast cancer and provide early detection services, was widely lauded by participants.As gathered, SUNU Nigeria remains committed to promoting preventive healthcare and empowering women. Through the offering of free breast cancer screenings, the company aims to reduce the burden of breast cancer and improve the overall health and well-being of Nigerian women.The initiative, which took place…
Keshinro seeks support of all stakeholders in the fight against economic saboteurs … The State Commandant, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence ( NSCDC ), Mr Adedotun Keshinro was awarded, today, Tuesday, 5th November, 2024, by Barr. Desmond Rinse, Country Representative/ Head of Research African Emerging Leadership, Research and Development Organization. The Lagos State Commandant was awarded, today, Tuesday, with the prestigious Prize for Professional Integrity and Service To Humanity, in his office at the State Command Headquarters, Alahusa, Ikeja. The Lagos State Commandant therefore, seized, the opportunity to appreciate the Country Representative/ Head of Research and the Governing Council of…