A House of Representatives committee says terrorists have threatened to bomb the national assembly. Garba Muhammad, chairman of the committee on internal security of the national assembly, spoke during a public hearing on Tuesday. The hearing was organised to consider a bill seeking to establish the legislative security directorate in the national assembly, which will outline the qualifications and conditions of service for the sergeant-at-arms and other personnel. As alarming as this information is, Nigerian prophet, Primate Elijah Ayodele, had warned about a bomb attack in Abuja some months ago. In a video released on his social media pages, the…
Author: Oluwatoyin Mathnuel
Nestlé Nigeria PLC has announced strong financial results in its 9-Month report, driven by high growth. Key highlights for January to September 2025 Results :Revenue Growth: Nestlé Nigeria PLC saw a robust 33% increase in revenue, totaling N884.5 billion compared to 9M of 2024.Operating Profit: The operating profit grew to N181.3 billion, a 63.6% increase from N110.8 billion in 9M of 2024.Profit Before Tax: The profit before tax reached N127.9 billion, in contrast to the loss of – N255.4 billion in the same period of 2024.Profit After Tax: The profit after tax amounted to N72.5 billion, compared to a loss…
By Christian ABURIME As much as unflattering narratives sometimes cast shadows on the brightness of Anambra State, the Light of the Nation always finds ways to shine through and brighter. It is like a cat with nine lives: unstoppable. Throw ceaseless brickbats at it, but it still bounces ahead. At a time that many are stirring storm in a teacup, twisting innocuous campaign statements of Governor Chukwuma Soludo into unintended interpretations, moments of genuine progress deserve recognition and celebration. Today, as BudgIT unveils its 2025 State of States Report, Anambra State takes the crown as Nigeria’s undisputed leader in fiscal…
Fidelity Bank’s GAIM 6 Promo Extension: A Timely Boost for Financial Inclusion and Economic Empowerment As Nigeria looks to opening up the economy and empowering its citizens, Fidelity Bank Plc has taken a bold step to deepen financial inclusion and reward customer loyalty by extending its flagship savings campaign, the Get Alert in Millions (GAIM) Season 6 promo. The extension adds three more months to the campaign and raises the total prize pool from ₦159 million to a record ₦189 million. This move, announced in September 2025, comes at a critical time when the country’s economic landscape demands innovative financial…
The Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, is set to storm Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH) on Thursday, November 6, 2025, with massive empowerment initiatives and scholarships, especially targeted at disabled students. In a statement signed by his media aide, Osho Oluwatosin, Primate Ayodele confirmed his attendance and explained that his visit to the prestigious institution is aimed at supporting the less privileged in their academic pursuits. According to him, education has become increasingly expensive and unaffordable for many, particularly for the physically challenged, hence the need to step in and assist. “Education is becoming unaffordable for…
Leading financial institution, Fidelity Bank Plc, has commended Air Peace for its historic inaugural direct flight from Abuja to London Heathrow, describing the milestone as a bold testament to Nigerian excellence in global aviation. The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Fidelity Bank Plc, Dr. Nneka Onyeali-Ikpe,OON in a statement issued following the launch, praised Air Peace for its resilience and vision. The MD noted that the airline’s expansion into the prestigious Heathrow route reflects the strength of indigenous enterprise and the growing confidence in Nigeria’s aviation sector. “We warmly congratulate Air Peace on the launch of its direct…
FirstBank, the premier bank in West Africa and a leading financial inclusion service provider, is proud to announce the commencement of its 2025 Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability (CR&S) Week, scheduled to hold from 27 October – 1 November 2025. Now in its ninth year, the annual event is a reflection of the Bank’s commitment to community empowerment, environmental stewardship, and the advancement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Through the ‘Start Performing Acts of Random Kindness’ (SPARK) initiative, FirstBank continues to build on its legacy of sowing seeds of kindness, with a focus on uplifting communities and reducing…
*As nominations portal closes for WES 2025 Awards For Outstanding Economic Impacts All is set for the annual WorldStage Economic Summit 2025 on Friday November 21, 2025 at The Event Centre, Nigerian Exchange Limited, 2/4 Customs Street, Lagos by 10AM, with top experts from the public, private and academia set to address the theme: Tackling the Issue of Low Productivity in Nigeria. According to a statement by the organisers, World Stage Limited, a research and technology driven Africa focused firm, among the top chief executives that have confirmed participation in the summit include Dr. Olasupo Olusi, Managing Director/CEO, Bank of Industry (BoI); Mr Segun Ajayi-Kadir, Director-General, Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN); and Mr. Adewale Smatt-Oyerinde, Director General, Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA).…
An undisclosed number of persons were reportedly trapped after a building collapsed in Lagos in the wee hours of Monday. This was disclosed in the situation report released by the Director of the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, Margaret Adeseye. The affected building has been identified as a two-storey building located at 54 Cole Street, near Cemetery Bus Stop in the Oyingbo area of Lagos. Adeseye, who confirmed the incident, said the Sari-Iganmu Fire Station team was immediately dispatched to the scene after receiving a distress call at about 12:20 a.m. on Monday. The agency confirmed that the structure,…
The Anambra State Police Command confirms an attempted armed attack on Ezinifite Community, Nnewi South Local Government Area in the early hours of today, 27th October 2025. Fortunately, the attack was successfully repelled following a swift response and resistance from combined security team of the Police and Agunechamba Vigilante Operatives in the area. The Joint Security Team engaged the assailants in a gunfire exchange, leading to the neutralization of one (1) of the attackers, while the others escaped into a surrounding bush with suspected bullet injuries. The operatives also recovered one pump-action gun fromthe scene as well as the body…