The Church of the Lord (TCL) Worldwide holds its Centenary world press conference at the Aladura Comprehensive High School Anthony Village,Lagos,on Saturday,15th November,2025. Speaking at the Centenary Press Conference, the Primate and Supreme Head, His Holiness, The Most Rev. (Dr.) Rufus Okikiola Olubiyi Ositelu, said the milestone represents “one hundred years of manifest glory and divine faithfulness.” Quoting Psalm 118:23, he declared: “This is the Lord’s doing; it is marvellous in our eyes.” Recalling the Church’s origins, the Primate said the ministry was born out of a theophany that reshaped the spiritual landscape of Africa. “From a humble beginning in…
Author: Oluwatoyin Mathnuel
Across Africa, women are fast becoming the heartbeat of economic transformation. From bustling open-air markets to high-tech boardrooms, women-led enterprises are redefining what is possible for the continent’s future. Whether as market traders expanding their reach through digital platforms, tech founders scaling innovations across borders, or artisans turning local crafts into global brands, women’s contributions are now central to Africa’s economic resurgence. Even as they break new ground, many still face formidable barriers. Access to finance, mentorship, business education, and supportive networks remains limited. Structural issues such as weak property rights, gender bias, and inadequate legal protections often hinder women…
Adron Homes set the stage for a remarkable sporting experience on November 15th, 2025, as it hosted the maiden Adron Cup Golf Tournament at the prestigious Elephant Cement Golf Club, Remo, Sagamu, Ogun State. The event brought together golf enthusiasts, industry professionals, and distinguished guests for a day dedicated to excellence, competition, and camaraderie. The tournament was officially declared open by the Chairman of Adron Group, Aare Adetola Emmanuelking, who earlier this year received the first-ever Nigeria’s Noble Golfer Award, reflecting his growing influence and passion for the game. In a moment that drew applause across the course, he performed…
By Bolaji Israel American branding consultant and CEO of Brandstream, Scott Bedbury, said, “In today’s experience-driven marketplace, the brands that endure are those that move beyond products and services to connect with the passions, lifestyles, and emotions of their customers. The most successful businesses don’t just serve — they engage, delight, and become part of life’s memorable moments”. FirstBank is playing deeply into that truth. Having long established itself as a symbol of resilience, trust, heritage, excellence, and innovation in banking, the 131-year-old institution is taking customer connection to a new dimension — transforming from a financial service provider into…
Ajagbe Bomboy, whose real name was Ugochukwu Dum Obiora, was one of the most recognized and influential street figures in Lagos during the 1990s. Known simply as “Bomboy,” he rose from humble beginnings to become a powerful area leader who controlled the bustling commercial hubs of Oshodi and Bolade. His story reflects the complex social dynamics of Lagos street life — a mixture of fear, respect, and survival. Early Life and Background Ajagbe Bomboy hailed from Mgbidi, a town in Imo State, Nigeria. Like many young men who migrated to Lagos in search of better opportunities, he settled in Oshodi,…
The Society of Digital Newspaper Owners of Nigeria (SDNON) successfully hosted its 3rd Annual Digital Media Summit on November 13, 2025, at the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) Conference Centre, Alausa. The summit brought together journalists, editors, publishers, media executives, human rights advocates, and technology experts to examine the evolving intersection of media, law, policy, and digital governance. Hosted by Philips Renar, the summit explored Nigeria’s changing regulatory landscape, including the Cybercrime Act, the upcoming 2026 tax reforms, and the responsibilities of digital media practitioners in a rapidly shifting information environment. The theme for the summit was: “Policy…
Fidelity Bank Plc has announced its audited financial results for the half-year ended 30 June 2025, demonstrating resilience and sustained growth across key performance indicators. Highlights of the financial results which was uploaded on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) portal on Thursday, 13 November 2025 shows that the bank delivered robust results across key financial metrics including Gross Earnings, which stood at ₦748.7 billion, up from ₦512.9 billion in H1 2024; Interest Income, which rose to ₦557.9 billion, compared to ₦357.9 billion in H1 2024; and Total Deposits, which grew to ₦7.20 trillion, from ₦6.94 trillion in H1 2024. Similarly, the…
The Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, has donated the sum of N10 million to support his church member, Udoh Emmanuel Ezekiel, who is battling chronic kidney disease and needs a transplant. The donation was made on Sunday during a live service at his church when the prophet called the ailing member out for the purpose of fundraising. Primate Ayodele described his situation as dire and one that needs urgent intervention from well-meaning Nigerians, especially from the government. He also seized the opportunity to call on the governors of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, and Akwa Ibom State,…
A Nigerian senator, Orji Uzor Kalu has confirmed that there were plans to impeach Godswil Akpabio as senate president, but it was resisted. He made the confirmation during an interview where he explained that some senators gang-up to remove Akpabio from office. Speaking with reporters at the National Assembly, Kalu described the Senate as “one big family,” insisting that the chamber would not entertain internal divisions capable of disrupting its leadership or legislative responsibilities. “Though there were attempts, we didn’t allow that to happen. That is why I always say we are one big family, and it is not going…
Leading financial institution, Fidelity Bank Plc, has demonstrated its commitment to the provision of quality education and community development with the donation of school bags and other educational items to the students of Eko Boys Junior High School, Mushin, Lagos State. The initiative was carried out under the Fidelity Helping Hands Programme (FHHP), the bank’s staff-led Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) platform where employees identify community needs and receive matching funds from the bank to implement sustainable solutions. Speaking at the donation ceremony, Divisional Head, Brand and Communications, Fidelity Bank Plc, Dr Meksley Nwagboh, emphasized the importance of education in building…