Lagos State Government, in partnership with QDance Centre, will, on October 26, begin the maiden International Cultural Festival tagged: “Afropolis 2024” with the theme ‘We Need New Myth.” The festival will feature displays of various African cultures from different parts of the country and Africa. It will last for nine days at the J.Randle Centre for Yoruba Culture and History, Onikan Lagos Island, and its environs. Afropolis is an international festival of arts, creativity and innovation with visitors and artistes expected from Nigeria and different parts of the world such as Kaduna, Kano, Jos, Ghana, Senegal, Lome, Addis Ababa, São…
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Union Bank has set a new standard in Nigeria’s financial sector by offering unparalleled comprehensive maternity leave to support working mothers and an on-site crèche facility to support working parents, both male and female full-time employees. The new initiative includes an industry-leading five months of fully paid maternity leave, exclusive of the applicable annual leave, and an on-site crèche facility.According to Section 54 of the Labour Act in Nigeria, new mothers are legally entitled to 12 weeks of maternity leave. However, Union Bank is leading the way with this groundbreaking comprehensive package, which is a significant step ahead of industry norms.…
As environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles continue to gain traction globally, Nigerian businesses are increasingly recognizing the importance of integrating sustainable practices into their operations. ESG has evolved from a trend to a strategic necessity for companies aiming to manage risks, meet regulatory requirements, and align with the expectations of investors and stakeholders. In response to this growing significance, Sterling One Foundation, in partnership with PwC, NGX, UNIDO Investment and Technology Promotion Office (ITPO) Nigeria, LBS Sustainability Centre, Lagos Chamber of Commerce & Industry (LCCI), Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA), and Sterling Bank, is proud to host ESG Series…
In celebration of World Food Day, Capacious Farms & Foods Ltd hosted the 2024 Junior Secondary School (JSS) Arts & Essay Contest Award Ceremony yesterday, with sponsorship from Adron Homes & Properties. The event, which took place at the Adron training School in Simawa, aimed to engage young minds in agriculture, creative arts, and essay writing to raise awareness about food security and sustainability. The competition saw participation from 40 schools nationwide, each submitting entries focused on the future of agriculture and its role in combating food insecurity. After a rigorous judging process, five schools emerged as winners, with students…
Nestlé Professional, in collaboration with the World Association of Chefs’ Societies (Worldchefs) and the Association of Professional Chefs Nigeria, marked International Chefs Day 2024 by championing healthy eating and creativity among Nigeria’s young generation. The annual event, celebrated on October 20, embraced this year’s theme, “GROWING GREAT CHEFS” and brought together 10 professional chefs and 40 children from Nestlé for Healthier Kids (N4HK) beneficiary schools in Agbara, Ogun State. The children participated in hands-on cookery workshops, using nutritious ingredients like spinach, potatoes, carrots, and rice. This immersive experience allowed the children to add their personal touch and creativity to cooking…
Lagos has been projected as the topmost Magnet City for business by 2032. A recent World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) study ranked Lagos ahead of Cape Town, Riyadh, Johannesburg, Singapore City, Amsterdam and Warsaw, among others. According to Global Index, which reported the story through its X handle @TheGlobal_Index, the ranking is based on 82 major tourist city destinations and estimates of GDP and employment directly generated by the travel and tourism sector in these cities. The study said, “By 2032, Lagos, Nigeria, is predicted to have the largest share of business travel spending in the world. Lagos’ share…
The Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele has been celebrated once again for his prophetic warning to the Nigerian chief of army staff, Lt. General Taoreed Lagbaja about his health status which has been fulfilled. Confirmed reports have it that the army chief is currently out of the country, though the army claimed he is on annual leave, it’s been confirmed that he is receiving medical attention. Earlier reports had it that the COAS lost his life but it was debunked as the Nigerian presidency revealed that President Tinubu spoke with the army chief and ‘prayed for…
In a gesture that underscores his unwavering commitment to promoting and preserving the rich Yoruba culture and traditions, Aare Adetola Emmanuelking, Chairman/CEO of Adron Group, accompanied by the Managing Director of Adron Group, Mrs Adenike Ajobo and some other company’s management team, paid a royal visit to His Imperial Majesty, Oba Ogunwusi Eniitan, Ojaja II, the Ooni of Ife, on Sunday, October 20, 2024, in celebration of the monarch’s 50th birthday. The visit took place at the Ooni’s historic palace in Ile-Ife, a city revered as the cradle of Yoruba civilization. Aare Emmanuelking, a staunch advocate for cultural heritage, expressed his…
A fatal road traffic crash occurred on Monday the 21rst of October, 2024 at approximately 5:28 PM along Ogunnusi Road, near the Vehicle Inspection Service (VIS) gate in Ojodu, Lagos, claiming the life of one individual. The crash involved two vehicles: a red Man Diesel truck with registration number BIR53XA and a black Qlink motorcycle with registration number AGL960QN. Preliminary investigations indicate that the accident was caused by wrongful overtaking. Officers from the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) RS2.1 Lagos Command swiftly responded to the incident within 2 minutes of the report at 5:32 PM, arriving at the scene by…
On Sunday, October 20, 2024, top real estate firm, Adron Homes and Properties, led by its Chairman and CEO, Aare Adetola Emmanuelking, paid a courtesy visit to the Palace of His Imperial Majesty, Ooni Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi Ojaja II, CFR, in Ile-Ife. This visit was to seek the revered monarch’s endorsement for the upcoming ADRON GAMES 2024, scheduled to take place in November 2024 in Ibadan, Oyo State. Following a week of celebratory activities for the Ooni’s milestone birthday, Aare Adetola, also known as Aare Akile Adimula Oodua, commended the Ooni for his unwavering support for real estate professionals in…