All roads lead to Lagos on May 2nd 2025, when Wema Bank, Nigeria’s oldest indigenous bank, leading innovative bank and pioneer of Africa’s first fully digital bank, ALAT, will be marking its 80th anniversary in grand style, in Lagos, the city where it all started. Founded on May 2nd 1945 as Agbonmagbe Bank Limited, Wema Bank was established by the Late Chief Matthew Adekoya Okupe and two others—his wife, Regina Adekoya Okupe and a family friend, Reverend Alade. In an era where the banking industry was designed to cater only to the colonial government and expatriates, Wema Bank came to…
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L-R: Bukola Ayeni, Lead External Communications, Union Bank of Nigeria; West Bromwich Albion Football Club coaches; Mrs Lai Koiki, Founder and CEO, Greensprings School and participants of the 11th Greensprings Football Camp sponsored by Union Bank of Nigeria under its Edu360 initiative at the school’s Awoyaya campus in Lekki, Lagos recently. Union Bank has again demonstrated its commitment to youth development and quality education by sponsoring the 11th edition of the Greensprings Football Academy. The five-day training camp, held from April 13 to April 17, 2025, at the School’s Lekki campus, catered to children aged 5 to 17. Participants received expert coaching…
• First Lady Hails Scheme’s Expansion, Urges More Support for the Vulnerable • Over One Million Residents Enrolled as Government Unveils New Benefits for Public Servants In a bold affirmation of its commitment to Universal Health Coverage (UHC), the Lagos State Government on Wednesday marked the 2025 ILERA EKO Day at the Lagos Television Blue Roof Arena, Agidingbi, Ikeja. The event celebrated the progress made through the Lagos State Health Scheme (LSHS) and called on residents, stakeholders, and corporate bodies to support the initiative to ensure that no one is left behind in accessing affordable and quality healthcare. Speaking at…
…Launches Digital Health Initiative – Lagos SHIP to End Hospital Bed-Hunting …New Medical University to Train 1,000 Doctors Annually to Mitigate Brain Drain In a compelling demonstration of progress, innovation, and resilience, the Lagos State Ministry of Health took centre stage on Tuesday at the 2025 Ministerial Press Briefing to present a six-year scorecard of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s administration in the health sector, unveiling transformative policies, futuristic digital strategies, and life-saving reforms shaping the future of healthcare delivery in Africa’s largest megacity. Presenting the scorecard, the Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi, described the past six years as a period of…
It’s another April 22 in the life of the world, coincidentally, it’s the birthday of a seasonedJournalist, and PR specialist Kunle Aderinokun, who currently lead media and Public Relations with Access Holdings PLC. Overseeing strategic communication. A man who has knack for excellence. The Press Society (TPS) has joined myriads of your well wishers on this day to wish you nothing but utmost joy. May this birthday avail you privileges to grow wiser and younger at heart. May it be a reflection of your unique and amazing personality. We hope this day brings you many happy memories. Cheers to a…
The Lagos State Government has revealed that over Two Million passengers have been transported on the Blue Line Rail since its launch, while state-run buses move an average of 42,000 commuters daily. Commissioner for Transportation, Mr. Oluwaseun Osiyemi, disclosed this during the Year 2025 Ministerial Press Briefing held at the Bagauda Kaltho Press Centre, Alausa. The event marked the second anniversary of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s second term, showcasing major strides in the transport sector under the THEMES Plus Agenda. Osiyemi highlighted that the Lagos State Transport Policy, launched in May 2024, is now in its implementation phase, focusing on inclusivity,…
… prosecutes scores for reckless waste dumping. The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has arrested over 300 persons and prosecuted scores, for waste disposal infractions in a renewed offensive, through surveillance and investigative activities. The arrests resulted through a collaboration with the Lagos State Environmental Sanitation Corps (LAGESC), from day and night surveillance efforts, aimed at identifying and apprehending individuals and businesses involved in illegal dumping across the city. Managing Director/CEO of LAWMA, Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, confirmed that the agency had deployed comprehensive strategies, including the use of surveillance teams and mobile enforcement units, to monitor environmental infractions and ensure…
As Christians around the world commemorate the resurrection of Jesus Christ, the Folusoomosebi Care Foundation has extended warm Easter greetings to all Nigerians, urging reflection on the core values of hope, renewal, compassion, and selfless love that define the season. In her Easter message, the Foundation’s Executive Director, Mrs Foluso Omoosebi, encouraged individuals and communities to embrace the deeper significance of the occasion—highlighting Easter’s message of enduring faith, resilience, and the triumph of light over darkness. “Easter is more than a holiday; it is a powerful reminder that after hardship comes victory,” Omoosebi stated. “The resurrection of Christ challenges us…
Union Bank of Nigeria has rewarded another set of customers in the ongoing Save and Win Palli Promo 4 campaign. Six lucky customers each won a brand-new motorcycle, and 120 additional winners won cash prizes.The third monthly hybrid live draws were transparently conducted at the Bank’s Sabo, Yaba Branch in Lagos under the supervision of relevant regulatory institutions. For integrity purposes, some of the winners were contacted to congratulate and remind them that the Bank will never call to request or confirm their confidential banking details such as BVN, date of birth, pins, or passwords.Save & Win Palli Promo 4…
Photo caption:Polaris Bank’s MD with Executive Directors of the bank alongside the NDLEA team during their courtesy visit to the bank recently. Polaris Bank Pledges Continuous Partnership with NDLEA to Combat Drug Abuse, Trafficking, and Money Polaris Bank has reaffirmed its unwavering support for the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in the fight against drug abuse, trafficking, and money laundering in Nigeria and beyond. The pledge was made by the Bank’s Managing Director/CEO, Kayode Lawal, during a courtesy visit by a 15-member NDLEA management team to the Bank’s headquarters in Lagos last Wednesday. Polaris Bank has been a longstanding…