The Concerned Iwere Citizens have condemned as false and malicious recent media reports alleging the involvement of His Majesty, Ogiame Atuwatse III, the Olu of Warri, in an arms smuggling plot. The reports, which claim that an our revered monarch was behind it and being investigated by operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) in connection with the smuggling of high-grade weapons. In a statement issued on Saturday and signed by Elder Tom Tuoyo, the group said the attempt to associate the Olu of Warri with the alleged smuggling was a “reckless and malicious fabrication” designed to tarnish the…
Author: Oluwatoyin Mathnuel
By Oluwatoyin Mathnuel Saturday 26th of April 2025 will remain fresh in the memory of Timothy and Lucy Oziokwo as both said ‘I Do’ at St Peter Catholic Church Ota, Abeokuta Diocese under the supervision of the Parish Priest Very Rev Father Clement Ajibola Ashade. Fr. Paul Agordi was the Chief celebrant of the Mass, Fr. Joseph Nwopkor joined the couple in the Holy Matrimony. Other co-celebrant priest is Fr. Noel Ikhianosime . The groom in his brief interview with INSIGHT GLOBAL NEWS Editor could not but be over excited and praise Holy Mary for a wish come true as…
In a heartwarming and historic show of affection and loyalty, the 88/93 Class Set of the Remo Secondary School Old Students Association (RSSOSA) staged a grand surprise birthday celebration in honor of their own, the National President of RSSOSA, Aare Adetola Emmanuelking. The event, which took place at the prestigious Marriott Hotel, Lagos, was a spectacular and deeply emotional affair that left the celebrant overwhelmed and moved to tears. Unknown to Aare Adetola, the surprise had been meticulously planned since January of this year, in close collaboration with his wife, who kept the arrangements a secret until the big day.…
C-One Ventures Platform (C-One) today announced it has entered into an agreement to invest and acquire the licences, technology and select assets of the Nigerian operations of Bankly -a licensedmicrofinance bank and fintech leader known for bridging financial access gaps across Nigeria’s informal economy. The deal which is subject to regulatory approvals including from the Central Bank of Nigeria, reflects C‑One’scommitment to ensuring stability, protecting customers, and building a more resilient financial services platform. Upon completion, it will see Bankly’s services and talent integrated with complementary offeringsfrom other companies within the C-One ventures portfolio.“We believe financial services should be simple,…
Our attention has been drawn to reports circulating on social media regarding an alleged offence involving a former Contact Centre Agent. The matter has been handed over to the appropriate authorities, who are conducting an investigation. We are fully cooperating with them in this process. At Access Bank, we uphold a zero-tolerance policy towards harassment and any form of privacy violation. We are also actively engaging with the affected employees to provide all necessary support. The safety, dignity, and well-being of our employees and customers remain our highest priority. We appreciate the concern and support of the public and our…
The High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Wuse Zone 2, Abuja, has sentenced Peter Nwachukwu, husband of late gospel singer Osinachi Nwachukwu, to dé@th by h@ng+ng. Justice Nwosu-Iheme delivered the judgment today after finding him guilty of culpable hom+cide in connection with Osinachi’s de@th on April 8, 2022. Nwachukwu was initially arraigned on June 3, 2022, by the Office of the Attorney-General of the Federation on a 23-count charge, including culpable hom+cide, spousal b@ttery, cr¥elty to children, and criminal intimid@tion. During the trial, the prosecution presented 17 witnesses—including two of the couple’s children—and submitted 25 documents as exhib!ts.…
In a groundbreaking move solidifying its position as a hub of innovation and a key player on the global stage, Lagos has announced its selection as the first African city to host a race in the prestigious UIM E1 World Championship. The race is organised by PIF (E1) series. The high-profile electric boat racing event is scheduled to electrify the city’s waterways on October 4th and 5th, 2025. The landmark opportunity underscores Lagos State’s rising global prominence and its unwavering commitment to pioneering sustainability initiatives and technological advancement. Lagos, celebrated for its vibrant culture, burgeoning tech ecosystem, and robust economic…
Lagos has got a clean bill of health on its economy – courtesy of Fitch Ratings. The internationally renowned rating Agency has upgraded the Long-Term Foreign and Local-Currency Issuer Default Ratings (IDRs) of Lagos, Kaduna, Kogi, and Oyo states from ‘B-’ to ‘B’. This is a big boost for investors’ confidence and a testimony to the strength of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s T.H.E.M.E.S Plus Agenda – the six-pillar economic plan of the Governor’s administration. According to information posted on the Agency’s website, the outlook for all four states remains stable. The rating follows the upgrade of Nigeria’s sovereign rating to ‘B’…
The Supreme Court has set aside a Federal High Court judgement in which over N22 trillion was awarded against Union Bank and other parties since 2014.The judgement arose from a suit instituted by a company known as Visana Nigeria Limited which claimed that Union Bank was indebted to it in the sum of approximately $8 million at an interest rate of 2.5 per cent per month compounded from January 2000 until judgement and thereafter at 10 per cent per annum from the date of judgement until the sum was fully paid. Delivering the lead judgement of the Supreme Court, with…
After sparking a national movement with its Zero Transfer Fees campaign, Sterling Bank has once again pushed the boundaries of what corporate citizenship can mean to everyday Nigerians. Last week, regular Lagosians stepping out after long workdays were met with an unexpected gift: Sterling OneBank-branded buses waiting to take them home, free of charge. Starting as a push against bank transfer fees, the initiative has now taken to the streets, as the bank began offering free bus rides to customers across major Lagos corridors, a gesture that will continue through May 2025 to ease the return of workers after the…