By Oluwatoyin Mathnuel A recent workshop organized by ARDA, UN Women, and the Canadian government for Nigerian journalists highlighted the limited representation of Nigerian women in political leadership. This event, held in Lagos on October 30, 2024, aimed to educate journalists on issues surrounding women’s political participation and equip them with strategies to foster change through media influence. Discussions focused on various topics, including the current state of women’s political representation, barriers they face in both elective and appointive positions, Nigeria’s legal framework (Constitution, Electoral Act, National Gender Policy), and international policies that support women’s political participation. The role of…
Author: Oluwatoyin Mathnuel
In as much as veteran actor, Charles Olumo popularly known as Agbako died at a very old age yesterday, Primate Ayodele is one of those who are not happy that the thespian who graced our screen for decades is no more. The Nigerian prophet who leads the INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church has always shown his love for Nollywood practitioners, and this is evident in his several addresses to them. He invites them to his church programmes, supports them financially, prays for them, and seeks more support for them. Due to his love for Nollywood and respect for the industry’s veterans,…
The outcome of the just concluded election in Botswana that saw the ruling party lose power after 58 years is a testament to Primate Ayodele’s prophetic credibility. Voters in Botswana have delivered a shock defeat to the party that has ruled them for nearly six decades by handing victory to an opposition coalition and its presidential candidate Duma Boko. The 54-year-old of the Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC) will replace President Mokgweetsi Masisi, who on Friday conceded defeat after his Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) lost by a landslide for the first time in 58 years. Primate Ayodele had on several…
The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), Lagos State Chapter, paid a courtesy visit to the state Command of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) on Thursday, October 31, 2024. The visit was to commend the command’s efforts in tackling the menace of illicit drugs in Nigeria and to explore areas of collaboration between the agency and NAWOJ. During the visit, NAWOJ Chairperson, Dr. Adeola Ekine, expressed the association’s appreciation towards NDLEA’s ongoing efforts in combating the menace of drug supply, demand and abuse. She reaffirmed the association’s commitment to joining force with the agency for a drug-free society.…
MAGGI Chicken flavour seasoning cubes have been relaunched with a refreshing blend of spices including onion, turmeric and celery and a boosted Chicken flavour to delight even more Nigerian consumers. It is also now available in double-cubes for double the convenience which also translates into reduced packaging materials. This milestone marks a win for consumers and for the planet as Nestlé works towards a waste-free future. The announcement was made on the sidelines of MAGGI Creators Conference, a new platform to connect the brand with food enthusiasts, chefs and food content creators. The event, organized in partnership with TikTok, was…
Wema Bank Nigeria (“Wema” or “the Bank”)) has released its unaudited Consolidated Financial Statements for the period ended September 30th 2024, to the Nigeria Exchange Group (NGX). The Bank reported profit before tax of ₦60.62bn, representing an increase of 174% over the ₦22.13bn recorded in the corresponding period in 2023. Wema Bank’s balance sheet remained well structured with total assets growing by 38% to ₦3,084.27 trillion in Q3 2024 from ₦2,240.06trillion in FY 2023. The bank also grew its deposit base year to date by 23% to ₦2,292.30bn from ₦1,860.57bn reported in FY 2023. Loans and Advances grew by 25%…
Adron Homes and Properties, a leading real estate company, reaffirms its dedication to corporate social responsibility (CSR) through its fourth annual Breast Cancer Awareness and Screening Initiative, led by Vice Chairman, Olori Aderonke Emmanuelking. Held at the company’s head office in Omole, Lagos, in partnership with Pink Clinic, the event commemorated World Breast Cancer Month 2024. The program offered free screenings, educational workshops, and preventive health guidance to hundreds of attendees, empowering them to prioritize their health Opening the event, Olori Aderonke Emmanuelking shared a message of solidarity for those affected by breast cancer, highlighting the importance of community support.…
The State Commandant, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps ( NSCDC ), Lagos State Command, Mr Adedotun Keshinro on Wednesday, 30th October, 2024, officially, decorated, the newly, promoted, senior and junior officers in a colourful ceremony, at the State Command Headquarters, in Alahusa, Ikeja. The number of senior officers promoted, in the state command amount up to two hundred and eighty ( 280 ), while the number of junior officers promoted, equal one hundred and thirty one ( 131 ). At the decoration ceremony today, Wednesday, in Lagos State Command the following officers were decorated, to their new ranks; Assistant…
In continuation of its state-wide campaign for environmental cleanliness, the Lagos Waste Management Authority , LAWMA, has taken its motorized advocacy campaign, tagged “ War on Waste” to Dopemu-Iyana Ipaja axis, primarily to inspire attitude change among the residents. It comes on the heels of a similar road show, held along Lekki Toll Gate, Jakande and Ajah area of Eti-Osa Local Government of the state. Speaking at Dopemu Roundabout by Santos Estate, Akowonjo Road, Egbeda, the Managing Director/ CEO of LAWMA, Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, represented by the director of advocacy unit, Mr. Adewumi Adetona, noted that the campaign theme, “War…
As part of its commitment to sustainable finance and taking active steps towards reducing its carbon footprint, FirstBank has joined the Partnership for Carbon Accounting Financials (PCAF) to promote sustainable finance, combat climate change and advance sustainable socioeconomic development for the just transition. PCAF is a collaboration between financial institutions worldwide to enable harmonised assessments and disclosures of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from loans and investments. With more than 530 financial institutions from six continents, the group is rapidly expanding in North America, Latin America, Europe, Africa and Asia-Pacific. Joining PCAF aligns with FirstBank’s broader climate agenda, reinforcing its efforts…