By Oluwatoyin Mathnuel The elected Chairman of Agbado Oke-Odo local council development area, Lcda Lagos, Alhaji Ishola Jimoh Abiodun assumed office at the council secretariat on Monday 28th of July, 2025 . Ishola was received by staffs ,led by the Council Manager, Mrs Fregene Gbemisola, shortly after exchanging pleasantries with the mammoth crowd within the council secretariat, proceeded to the council’s legislative chamber to perform his first major official engagement, the swearing in of newly elected seven councillors, and proclamation of the 6th Legislative Council. In his inaugural address at the ceremony, the council chairman expressed his appreciation to leaders,…
Author: Oluwatoyin Mathnuel
New Era Begins In Agbado Oke-Odo Council,As Gov Sanwo-Olu Swears In Alhaji Ishola Jimoh Abiodun As The New Executive Chairman Of The Council For A Term Of Four Years (July,2025- July 2029) Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Olushola Sanwo-Olu, on July 27th, 2025 has officially sworn in the newly elected chairmen and vice-chairmen of the 20 Local Government Areas and 37 Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs) across the state, signaling a renewed drive for grassroots development and service delivery.. The inauguration ceremony took place at the Lagos House in Alausa, Ikeja, began with the swearing-in of the vice chairmen, followed…
As part of its commitment to sustainable development and community well-being, Access Bank has launched the Access Clean Water Project, a transformative initiative aimed at improving access to clean water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) in 10 communities across Nigeria. Through the Access Clean Water Project, Access Bank has facilitated the installation of boreholes in 10 underserved communities, namely: Arogun, Omu Ishoko, Kemta, Ajibode, Aleku, Ogunrun, Oniwawa, Okeran, Abaren, and Afojupa, ensuring reliable access to clean and safe water for thousands of residents. The project, implemented in partnership with HACEY, a leading development organisation, directly supports Sustainable Development Goal 6, ensuring…
Wema Bank Plc, Nigeria’s oldest indigenous bank, most resilient and pioneer of Africa’s first fully digital bank, ALAT, has released its unaudited consolidated financial statements for the half-year period ended June 30, 2025, to the Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX).On track to set an unprecedented benchmark, Wema Bank’s H1 2025 Unaudited Financial Results reported remarkable financial upturns including a Profit Before Tax (PBT) of ₦101.2 billion, representing a 231% increase compared to ₦30.55 billion recorded in the corresponding period of H1 2024. The Bank’s Gross Earnings also rose to ₦303.20 billion, reflecting a 70% increase from H1 2024’s ₦178.63 billion. Interest…
A wild elephant has killed a farmer, identified as Mr. Kalamu, in Itasin-Imobi community, Ijebu East Local Government Area of Ogun State. The incident occurred on Monday, July 28, when the elephant reportedly invaded the victim’s farm and attacked him, leading to his death. Residents told media that the elephant had been a persistent threat in the area for over four years, frequently destroying farmlands and fishing ground. “This elephant keeps coming into our community to destroy our crops, damage our fishing nets, and now it has taken a life,” a resident said. The community has since appealed to the…
Since its inception in 2022, the Women and Youth Financial and Economic Inclusion(WYFEI 2030) Initiative, a key initiative of the African Women’s Decade on Financialand Economic Inclusion of African Women 2020-2030 , has created multi-stakeholderplatforms to advance targeted financial inclusion strategies for African women andyouth. A recently concluded high-level convening, organized by the African UnionCommission Women, Gender and Youth Directorate in partnership with the Sterling One Foundation and supported by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) through the GIZ African Union Portfolio, focused on mobilizing private sector capital and expertise. The high-level meeting sought to unlock…
. FirstBank, the West African premier financial institution and financial inclusion services provider, has emerged as Nigeria’s Best Bank for Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) at the prestigious Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2025, held recently in London. This marks FirstBank’s second consecutive win in the ESG category, affirming its leadership in sustainable finance and responsible banking across Nigeria. The Euromoney Awards for Excellence are regarded as one of the most coveted accolades in the global financial industry. The highly competitive selection process involves rigorous analysis and assessment, measuring performance against strategic and impact-oriented criteria. The Bank earned the award through…
Nestlé Nigeria is proud to announce the expansion of its flagship initiative, Nestlé Empowering Rural Women in Nigeria, to Agbara, Ogun State. Aimed at strengthening small businesses and enhancing livelihoods within rural communities, this program has welcomed 49 new female retailers.Now in its fifth year, the Nestlé Empowering Rural Women in Nigeria project has empowered over 382 women across the country, enabling them to expand their businesses by as much as threefold. Through tailored business training, product grants, and mentorship, the initiative supports women in building more profitable retail ventures, reinforcing Nestlé’s commitment to inclusive growth at the community level.…
By John Ideye, Abuja The world is currently celebrating the victory of Nigeria’s Super Falcons at the just-concluded Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) 2024, held in Morocco.The Falcons defeated the host nation, Morocco, in a historic comeback, ending the match with a 3–2 scoreline in Nigeria’s favor. However, beyond the physical action everyone sees on the pitch, there is a great deal of spiritual preparation that goes into every game played by the Super Eagles, Super Falcons, and even the junior teams—thanks to the President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Ibrahim Gusau, who goes the extra mile for…
Justice Professor Peter Umeadi, former Chief Judge of Anambra State and the 2023 presidential candidate of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), has reaffirmed his position as the party’s flagbearer heading into the 2027 general elections. Speaking during the opening remarks of the Maiden International Conference hosted by the Department of Political Science at Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Umeadi emphasized continuity in his political ambition. “I remain the presidential candidate of APGA until the 2027 presidential election. That is what it is,” he declared. Umeadi also used the platform to reflect on the enduring influence of Nigeria’s first President, Dr.…