As the preparation towards the process of selecting the next Awujale and Paramount Ruler of Ijebuland, it is important that we flashback and recall when the departed Awujale, Oba Sikiru Adetona, issued a poignant warning to kingmakers, cautioning them against selecting a successor based on wealth rather than capability. This advice came as a reminder of the need for visionary leadership in the ancient kingdom. He made the call during the 2019 Ojude-Oba festival. Oba Adetona, who was installed in 1960 and reigned for over 65 years on the throne, had expressed his concerns during the 2019 Ojude-Oba Festival in…
Author: Oluwatoyin Mathnuel
To start with, if there is anyone President Bola Ahmed Tinubu should completely avoid, it is definitely Mahdi Shehu — a self-acclaimed public affairs commentator seeking validation from an audience that doesn’t even exist. If President Tinubu truly values himself and his administration, he needs to distance himself from Mahdi Shehu and his ilk. They have shown beyond all doubt that they do not mean well for him and would prefer to see him fail by any means possible. This conclusion stems from Shehu’s comments on Primate Elijah Ayodele’s warning to the President about a possible coup. The prophet had…
Polaris Bank has reaffirmed its commitment to delivering exceptional customer experience through deeper engagement and partnership with its clients. This was demonstrated last Thursday when the Bank hosted a successful Global Trade Forum in Ibadan, bringing together key stakeholders in the SouthWest region and valued customers to explore growth opportunities and strengthen collaborations. The hugely attended Trade Forum was graced by the Executive Director, Retail ahd Commercial Bank, Chris Ofikulu, who expressed heartfelt appreciation to attendees for their participation and continued support. In his opening remarks, Ofikulu warmly welcomed participants, particularly those who traveled from Kwara, Osun, Ogun, Ekiti, Ondo,…
The Board of Trustees of the African Refugees Foundation (AREF) deeply mourns the passing of our esteemed Patron and Board Member, Ambassador (Dr.) Christopher Olusola Kolade, CON (1932–2025) — a revered elder statesman, diplomat, and exemplary leader whose life was defined by integrity, faith, and service to humanity. Dr. Kolade, who served as Nigeria’s High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, at the age of 92. His family announced the news in a statement on Thursday, expressing gratitude to God for a life “devoted to His service and to humanity.” Born on December 28, 1932, in…
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…
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,…