As CP Olufemi Abaniwonda reiterates the importance of proactive policing RESCUE OF KIDNAP VICTIMS/ARREST OF SUSPECT: Acting on an intelligence report regarding a suspect who forcefully abducted girls from the North, and kept them in his house against their will, the DPO Agbor Division CSP Obekpa Michael led operatives of Agbor Division and embarked on an intelligence led investigation, trailed the suspect to Oza Nogogo community and raided the presmises of one Bila Halili ‘m’ aged 30yrs. Suspect was seen with a young girl named Rebecca Mathew ‘f’ who was kidnapped on 11/09/25. The DPO and his team, alongside members…
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Reaffirms Support for Women Entrepreneurs Tier One Lender, Fidelity Bank Plc, has commenced the disbursement of the Federal Government of Nigeria’s (FGN) MSME Intervention Funds, administered by the Bank of Industry (BOI), to qualified SMES with a strategic focus on empowering women-owned businesses across the country. The FGN MSME Intervention Fund is designed to provide accessible financing to micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) across all 36 states of the federation. The intervention aligns with Fidelity Bank’s commitment to inclusive economic growth and its long-standing support for Nigeria’s SME sector. In this phase of the disbursement, the bank is prioritizing…
Olapeju Ibekwe, Chief Executive Officer of Sterling One Foundation, has been appointed to the Board of the United Nations Global Compact Network Nigeria (UNGCNN), a move that underscores her contributions in shaping Africa’s sustainable development agenda.The announcement, made via UN Global Compact Network Nigeria’s official channels, comes ahead of the 80th United Nations General Assembly, where Olapeju Ibekwe is expected to engage with leaders from the government, private sector, and civil society to further help forge more effective partnerships that accelerate Africa’s progress towards Agenda 2030.The appointment, highlights Olapeju Ibekwe’s track record in advancing sustainable solutions across education, health access,…
Every December in Nigeria is a whole mood. The harmattan breeze and the Christmas themed red and white decorations all over the cities and towns; the cousins returning from the UK, US and Europe with “I just came back” stamped on their accents — and of course, the unmissable lineup of street carnivals, concerts, plays, and festivals that keep Lagos, Abuja, Warri and Port Harcourt buzzing deep into the New Year. Since its launch, FirstBank’s “DecemberIssaVybe” (DIAV) campaign has stood at the centre of this cultural energy, giving Nigerians more than just access to premium entertainment — it’s been about…
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Lagos Sector Command, confirms a fatal crash that occurred at about 0655hrs on Saturday, 13th September 2025, at New Garage, inward Lagos–Ibadan Expressway. The crash involved a white Iveco truck (Reg. No. MEK 34 XC) and a white Toyota commercial bus (Reg. No. ENU 814 XJ). Tragically, one (1) male passenger lost his life, while nine (9) others — eight males and one female — sustained varying degrees of injury. No passenger escaped unhurt. According to the State Public Education Officer, Route Commander Oluwadamilola Jayeola, the FRSC rescue team responded within minutes. The injured…
Tier-one lender Fidelity Bank Plc will host a high-profile panel session titled “Digital Railroads: Powering U.S.–Africa Commerce Through Fintech” at the upcoming Fidelity Nigeria International Trade and Creative Connect (FNITCC) in Atlanta, USA. The session, scheduled for Friday, 19 September 2025, will explore how fintech is reshaping cross-border trade by enabling seamless payments, improving access to finance, and driving financial inclusion across Africa and the diaspora. The panel will bring together some of the brightest minds in digital finance including: Aisha N. Ahmad, CFA, Former Deputy Governor, Central Bank of Nigeria; Seyi Ebenezer, Founder of Payaza Africa, and a seasoned…
The command under the leadership of CP Olufemi Abaniwonda has again recorded another achievement in the fight against crime and criminality as operatives of the CP special assignment team and safe delta operatives in three different operations arrested suspected cultists, armed robbers and recovered their firearms. The command under the leadership of CP Olufemi Abaniwonda has again recorded another achievement in the fight against crime and criminality as operatives of the CP special assignment team and safe delta operatives in three different operations arrested suspected cultists, armed robbers and recovered their firearms. SP. EDAFE BRIGHT, ANIPR, FCIA, FIPMDPOLICE PUBLIC RELATIONS…
The Executive Chairman of Agbado Oke-Odo Local Council Development Area, Lagos, Southwest, Nigeria,Isola Jimoh Abiodun has assured youths of the council that his commitment to their education and empowerment is absolute. The council chairman gave the assurance on Tuesday,9th September,2025 at the council secretariat, during the official presentation of free GCE forms to 500 indigent youths selected across the seven political wards in the council. Isola, while congratulating the students for being lucky to benefit from his administration’s first free GCE programme charged them to take the opportunity seriously by studying hard and ensure that they use the GCE examination…
Nepal has been in the news lately due to a massive protest that sacked the government of the day, leading to massive disorderliness in the country. Some of the country’s leaders have reportedly fled their homes for safety. The presidential palace was invaded by protesters who are mainly youths, and in several videos that surfaced on social media, it could be seen how serious the protest has been. The unrest began Monday as a self-styled “Gen Z protest” against corruption, nepotism, and restrictions on social media. It quickly escalated after security forces opened fire on the crowds. By Tuesday, protesters…
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has observed with grave concern a viral video disseminated by ‘Lagos Reporters’ on one of the social media (Facebook) wherein a strident voice, following an infraction on the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) corridor, alleged that motorists had been ostensibly instructed to commence their traversal of the BRT lane from Ojota, whilst simultaneously castigating LASTMA operatives who apprehended offenders at Idi-Iroko, inward Anthony along Ikorodu Road, Lagos. The Authority hereby unequivocally repudiates and vehemently condemns this mendacious claim in its entirety. For absolute clarity, the Lagos State Government has solely and temporarily authorized the…