All roads lead to the iconic Lekan Salami Stadium tomorrow as Adron Homes and Properties takes center stage in celebrating culture, history, and community at the grand finale of the Ibadan Cultural Festival 2026. In a bold demonstration of its commitment to preserving Nigeria’s socio-cultural heritage, Adron Homes is proudly sponsoring this year’s festival, reinforcing its role as a corporate institution that goes beyond real estate to actively supporting the traditions and identity of its host communities. The Ibadan Cultural Festival, a time-honored celebration of the people, history, and legacy of Ibadanland, has once again drawn widespread attention, uniting…
Author: Oluwatoyin Mathnuel
In a bold demonstration of its commitment to inclusive growth and sustainable development, leading financial institution, Fidelity Bank Plc has extended its recently launched “Give Her Power” initiative to Ogun State, empowering 100 women with vocational tools designed to strengthen their economic independence and boost household income. The outreach is part of the Bank’s nationwide rollout of the initiative, which was unveiled earlier in March during the signing of strategic Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with partner organisations to commemorate the 2026 International Women’s Day. The event, which held at the MKO Abiola Sports Arena in Abeokuta, featured the distribution…
The Delta State Police Command, under the leadership of CP Yemi Oyeniyi, psc, acipm, mnips, has activated a comprehensive, intelligence-led security framework for the 2026 computer-based Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), scheduled to hold from Thursday, April 16 to Saturday, April 25, 2026, with operatives strategically deployed to all thirty-one (31) accredited Computer-Based Test (CBT) centres across the State for a secure and hitch-free exercise conducted by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB). The Commissioner of Police has directed all Area Commanders whose jurisdictions host CBT centres to assume full responsibility for security at the centres, ensuring…
One Universe, a new trusted digital marketplace designed to connect people who need services with skilled professionals, has officially launched and is now available for download on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. Built to solve the everyday challenge of finding reliable service providers, One Universe brings trust, convenience, and transparency into one seamless platform. From beauty and lifestyle services to technical, creative, and professional support, users can now discover verified professionals, agree on terms, and complete payments securely – all within the app. A Safer, Smarter Way to Get Things Done One Universe was created to…
Operatives of the Delta State Police Command have recorded significant operational successes in separate intelligence-led operations, resulting in the interception of a consignment of hard drugs and the recovery of a firearm linked to an ongoing murder and cultism investigation. 1. INTERCEPTION OF HARD DRUGS CONCEALED INSIDE ENERGY SAVING BULBS On 13 April 2026 at about 0845hrs, operatives of the Safer Highway Patrol (SHP) stationed along the Onicha-Ugbo/Ewohimi Road intercepted a Sienna bus conveying passengers en route to the northern part of the country. The vehicle, driven by one Osuke Stephen, male, aged 47 years, was subjected to a…
Nigerian prophet, Primate Elijah Ayodele, who is the leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, has definitely grown his influence beyond the shores of his country; his prophetic influence has traveled round the whole of the African continent. As he is known in Nigeria as a man of God who says a thing and it definitely comes to pass, so he is known in other countries as that foreign voice that reveals things to come; that lonely voice that prophesies a thing and it surely comes to pass. His prophecies on the presidential elections in the Benin Republic and Djibouti…
Polaris Bank has graduated 58 exceptional new hires from its flagship Polaris Graduate Intensive Training (PGIT) and Polaris Tech Ignite Programme (PTIP), reinforcing its commitment to building world-class talent in Nigeria. The ceremony, attended by senior leadership and invited guests, celebrated a highly selective cohort drawn from over 10,000 applicants – placing them among the top 0.58% who successfully made the cut. The milestone underscores the bank’s rigorous standards in identifying and grooming future leaders. Addressing the graduates, Managing Director/CEO, Mr. Kayode Lawal, delivered a compelling charge centered on continuous learning and adaptability in a fast-evolving industry. “Never…
To commemorate International Women’s Day 2026, MMELI Arts Foundation, in collaboration with Alliance Française de Lagos, has held the Women, Words and Wealth workshop in Ikoyi, bringing together women writers and creatives for an intensive focused on craft, voice and pathways to publication. Designed as a practical workshop, the programme focused on helping participants strengthen creative identity, develop a distinctive voice and navigate publishing opportunities. Sessions centred on Creative Identity, Developing Your Voice and Publishing Pathways, led by storyteller and filmmaker Phoenix Ezendu; actor, writer and filmmaker Richard Mofe- Damijo; and award-winning author and journalist Nina Anyianuka. Speaking…
As the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) recapitaliSation exercise came to an end March 31, 2026, most banks operating in the country rose to the challenge and met the requirement ahead of time. However, Fidelity Bank’s proactive approach paid off, and it continued to demonstrate its commitment to growth and innovation. In a remarkable display of investor confidence, Fidelity Bank opened and concluded a private placement in just one day on December 31, 2025. Leading institutions, including AFREXIM Bank and its subsidiaries, invested in the bank, showcasing their faith in Fidelity’s vision and leadership. With the CBN’s verification process…
As the festive spirit of Eid al-Adha (Sallah) approaches, Adron Homes & Properties, Nigeria’s leading real estate company, has announced a nationwide Sallah Mega Promo designed to reward subscribers with unbeatable discounts, flexible payment plans, and exciting gift items. The limited-time promotional campaign aims to empower Nigerians to celebrate the season of sacrifice with both joy and long-term investment security by making property ownership more accessible and rewarding. Subscribers can enjoy a 30% discount on all plots across Adron estates nationwide, alongside a flexible payment plan of up to 36 months. In addition, clients can spread their initial deposit…