It was a standstill today, Wednesday, June 12, 2024, inside the MKO Abiola House, Ikeja, as Dignitaries from all walks of life and across the River Niger stormed the venue of MKO Abiola’s Epetedo Self Declaration @ 30 Anniversary being put together by the Coalition of Pro Democracy Groups for A Better Nigeria in conjunction with the family of late President MKO Abiola, winner of June 12, 1993 Election. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State was represented by his Deputy, Dr Obafemi Kadiri Hamzat, who arrived the venue in company of Chief of Staff to the Governor, Mr Tayo Akinmade…
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The nation of Malawi has been thrown into a national mourning mood following the unfortunate death of the country’s vice president, Saulos Chilima in an ill-fated plane crash that also claimed the lives of several notable personalities. Mr Chilima and nine others were flying within the country on Monday morning when their aircraft disappeared from airport radars. The plane, a military aircraft, was flying in bad weather, according to aviation authorities. By Tuesday afternoon, President Chakwera said the Malawi Defence Force commander informed him that the search and rescue operation had been completed and the plane was found. This is…
In the heart of our nation, where dreams take flight.Adron Homes stands proud, bathed in democracy’s light On June 12, we join hands with joy and glee,Celebrating every Nigerian, proud and free. As a beacon of hope in the real estate domain,We build homes where aspirations reign.From the bustling cities to the rural plains,We cherish the diversity that in unity remains. Happy Democracy Day, to each Nigerian soul,May liberty’s flame forever console.In the tapestry of our nation’s grand story,Adron Homes celebrates with boundless glory. So let’s raise our voices, let’s sing and cheer,For the democracy we hold dear.Together as one,…
TEXT OF PRESIDENT BOLA TINUBU’S NATIONAL BROADCAST ON THE 25TH ANNIVERSARY OF UNBROKEN DEMOCRACY IN NIGERIA, DEMOCRACY DAY 12TH JUNE 2024. My fellow Nigerians, let me begin by congratulating all of us for witnessing the celebration of another Democracy Day today, the 12th day of June 2024. This year also marks our nation’s 25 years of uninterrupted democratic governance. On this day, 31 years ago, we entered our rites of passage to becoming a true and enduring democratic society. Going through this passage was hard and dangerous. During the fateful six years that followed, we fought and struggled for our…
Fidelity Bank was by far the most traded stock in the NGX on Monday, 10 June 2024, with a turnover volume of about 605.257 million shares, even as the stock gained 6.52% to close at N9.80. Since announcing its public offer and rights issue program, the bank’s stock has seen significant market activity. For the week ending June 7, 2024, it emerged as the top-traded stock, with a turnover volume of 229.613 million shares. After Fidelity Bank, Access Holdings recorded the highest turnover volume in the market with 93.067 million shares. It was followed by UBA, which recorded a 2.86%…
Primate Elijah Ayodele of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church has made a name in different sectors of Nigeria and football seems to be one of the most remarkable areas of concentration in his ministry. He has been seen with presidents of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Ibrahim Gusau several times, He has been honoured by the supporters’ club and most importantly, he has always shared prophetic directions with the Nigerian football team privately and publicly. Before any significant tournament, either the AFCON or World cup, Primate Ayodele would share publicly the fate of the Super Eagles team although sometimes, it doesn’t…
To advance access to educational opportunities for children in underserved communities within the Warri Kingdom, Ogiame Atuwatse III, Olu of Warri, and Olori Atuwatse III’s Royal Iwere Foundation (RIF), have partnered with Valley Stream British Academy (VAB), Sapele, to provide 27 children of primary and secondary school enrollment age with 3-6-year scholarships. This partnership exemplifies a strong commitment from RIF and VAB to cultivate future leaders who will contribute to the socio-economic advancement of the Warri Kingdom and impact the global landscape. Speaking on the importance of the RIF Scholarship Fund, Olori Atuwatse III stated, “The agency to transform our…
Sterling Bank, a leading financial institution committed to driving innovation and progress, has partnered with the School of Politics, Policy, and Governance (SPPG) to revolutionize credential verification through blockchain technology. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in enhancing the efficiency, security, and accessibility of academic credentials in Nigeria. Acknowledging the pressing need for an effective solution, Sterling Bank has taken the initiative to back the implementation of VX Technologies’ innovative blockchain-based digital certification program. This initiative arose from the necessity for a transformative solution to address the difficulties faced by SPPG in managing and verifying academic credentials through paper-based systems.…
Owolabi Again, the two lawyers and a businessman charged with conspiracy to commit forgery and willful damage to property in suit marked LD/23611C/2024 before Justice S.I Sonaike of the Lagos High Court, TBS, have failed to appear for arraignment. The two lawyers, Ademola Owolabi, the managing partner of Ademola Adetokunbo & Co., and Adebayo Akeju, who is a partner in a law firm called Adon Partners, Lagos, as well as a real estate developer, Alex Ochonogor, are facing the charge pressed against them by the Department of Public Prosecution of the Lagos State ministry of Justice.Ochonogor is the owner and…
An American citizen, name withheld was at 1:23 p.m. today the 11th of June , 2024 restrained from committing suicide on the Third Mainland Bridge, Lagos The American, who is in his early 30s was driven to the Third Mainland Bridge by his Baby Mama in company of his daughter. He directed the lady who was unaware of his motive to park somewhere while he walked to a spot for a leap into the Lagoon. A passerby who observed his movement quickly alerted patrolling RRS operatives who persuaded him from jumping, re – united him with his wife before taking…