The Presidency has lauded the invaluable contributions of Nigerian women and Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) to national development, describing them as the lifeblood of the country’s economy. Speaking at the 5th Women Enterprise Alliance (WenA) Conference held in Abuja, the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Entrepreneurship Development and Innovation in the Digital Economy, Ms. Chayla Shagaya, reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to strengthening the ecosystem for women entrepreneurs through targeted reforms that reduce the cost of doing business, expand access to finance, and promote gender-responsive policies for inclusive economic growth. Themed “Policy Reforms and Resilience Strategies for…
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Raila Odinga, former Kenyan Prime Minister, has died at the age of 80, family sources have confirmed. Odinga died on Wednesday while receiving medical treatment at a hospital in India. Indian police told the AFP news agency that he was walking with family members and a personal doctor “when he suddenly collapsed”. He was rushed to a nearby hospital, where he was declared dead. This is in confirmation of the prophecy of Nigerian prophet, Primate Elijah Ayodele, which he shared on the 22nd of December, 2024, at the presentation of his prophecies for 2025. The prophecies presented in a 90-page…
The Centre for Infrastructural and Technological Advancement for the Blind (CITAB) has criticized the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) for failing to implement meaningful and practical inclusion for disabled Nigerians, particularly the blind, in its recently released October 2025 ATM Accessibility Guidelines.This was contained in a press statement issued in Lagos on Thursday the 16th of October,2025 by the group and signed by its Executive Chairman, Jolomi George Fenemigho. According to the group: “The latest guidelines, which require just two percent of ATMs to have tactile graphic symbols and a listing of accessible locations, are nothing more than a token…
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) regrets to announce a tragic accident that occurred earlier today at the PWD Railway Level Crossing in Ikeja, involving a moving train and a dispatch motorcycle with registration number AGL 179 QR. Preliminary investigations conducted by security personnel at the scene revealed that the dispatch rider, reportedly travelling at excessive speed, attempted to hastily manoeuvre across the railway track in a bid to access the GRA axis of Ikeja. In the process, he collided with an oncoming train. The impact proved fatal, as the rider died instantly, while the train continued its movement…
Wema Bank PLC (Bloomberg: Wema NL) (“Wema” or “the Bank”) announces completion of its second tranche of N50billion capital raise.• N50billion Special placement subscribed by 100%• Total Qualifying Capital now N264billion; above N200bn threshold• Bank further surpasses regulatory requirements for Commercial Bank with National Authorization Wema Bank Plc is pleased to announce that it has received all requisite regulatory approvals for its ₦50 billion Private Placement capital raise. This is in addition to the earlier ₦150bn Rights Issue that was successfully completed in September 2025. The Bank now has a total of ₦264.87billion in qualifying capital, above the minimum requirement…
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has once again affirmed its preeminent status on the national stage of traffic governance and road safety enforcement, emerging as the distinguished recipient of the Nigeria Transport and Logistics Leadership Award 2025 in the coveted category of “State Traffic Management Agency of the Year.” This illustrious accolade follows a rigorous nationwide nomination process coupled with an extensive online voting exercise across diverse media platforms, culminating in LASTMA’s resounding selection as Nigeria’s foremost traffic management institution. The award serves as a profound testament to the Authority’s unwavering commitment to operational excellence, innovative service delivery,…
A new chapter in African art history opened this week at Tate Modern, London, with the unveiling of Nigerian Modernism, a landmark exhibition made possible through a partnership with Access Holdings Plc and Coronation Group. The exhibition, which officially began with an opening reception at Tate Modern, celebrates Nigeria’s pivotal contribution to global modern art and runs from October 2025 to May 2026. Bringing together 50 artists and 250 works, Nigerian Modernism traces the evolution of Nigeria’s modern art movement from the 1940s to the 1980s, spanning the late colonial era through independence, and showcases paintings, sculptures, ceramics, textiles and…
CP OLUFEMI ABANIWONDA CAUTIONS YOUTHS TO DESIST FROM ABUSING DRUGS AS IT’S DETRIMENTAL TO THEIR HEALTH AND WELL-BEING The commissioner of Police, Delta Staten CP Olufemi Abaniwonda, while commending the gallantry of the DPO and his men, also advises youths to desist from crime, drug abuse, which is also one of the main drivers of crime. The CP also cautions that drug abuse is detrimental to the health and well-being of abusers hence should be avoided.
The Centre for Infrastructural and Technological Advancement for the Blind CITAB is calling on all levels of government, organizations, and the wider community to finally wake up and prioritize accessibility and safety for blind and visually impaired Nigerians, in line with the 2025 White Cane and Safety Day, theme: “Vision Beyond Sight: Celebrating Independence, Resilience, and Recognizing Achievements of the Blind”. In a press statement issued in Lagos today and signed by its Executive Chairman, Jolomi George Fenemigho, CITAB noted that White Cane and Safety Day, marked annually on October 15th, serves as a timely reminder that breaking barriers for…
Pivot Nigeria: Reframing the Lens is a national thought-leadership platform created to reset Nigeria’s reputation agenda. Powered by HighStakes PublicRelations Professionals (HighStakes PR Professionals), Pivot Nigeria catalyses dialogue to inspirepride, amplify authentic narratives, and co-create a stronger, more balanced Nigeria narrative.The inaugural Pivot Nigeria Conference held recently, brought together thought leaders, innovators,journalists, entrepreneurs and youth to emphasize the urgent need for Nigerians to own and shapeNigeria’s narrative. The conference blended high-impact keynotes, panels and hands-on co-creationlabs to inspire action.Urging attendees to become ambassadors of truth and optimism for Nigeria, Pivot Nigeria convener,Victoria Uwadoka-Anyianuka set the tone: “We are not here…