In April 2025, when Primate Elijah Ayodele told President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to be more concerned about international opposition, especially from the US, than Nigerian opposition parties, many didn’t know what he meant. Even then, the government probably didn’t understand what the prophet meant until now, when it appears there are signs of Primate Ayodele’s prophecy coming to pass. The prophet categorically told Tinubu that his greatest opposition would be the United States of America and that if he wasn’t careful, the US was desperate to remove him from power. These were his words: “The only thing President Tinubu should…
Author: Oluwatoyin Mathnuel
Oluwatoyin Mathnuel Several traders from Lagos- Owode Onirin Market on Tuesday staged a peaceful mass protest to the Lagos State House of Assembly over the alleged killings of seven harmless market traders on August 27, 2025. The traders, who came in several buses in large number to register their dissatisfaction with the killings, also submitted a petition addressed to the Speaker of the House dated October 7, 2025, titled; “When Justice Sleeps, Innocent Blood Cries: Petition To The Lagos State House Of Assembly On The Massacre Of Traders At Owode-Onirin Motor Spare Parts Market, Lagos State.” The petition was written…
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 women entrepreneurs, reinforcing its belief…
Adron Homes has once again reaffirmed its leadership position in the Nigerian real estate sector as it was honoured with an Appreciation Award by the Lagos State Government under the Ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Development. The award was presented on October 6th at the 2025 World Habitat Day Celebration held in Lagos, with this year’s theme, “Urban Crisis Response: Flooding in Focus.” The event brought together key stakeholders, policymakers, and industry leaders to discuss innovative and collaborative strategies for addressing the growing challenges of urban development, particularly those related to flooding and environmental resilience. According to the Honourable…
Polaris Bank has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to deepen delivery of exceptional customer experiences as it joins institutions across the world to celebrate 2025 Customer Service Week, themed “Mission: Possible.” The annual global event, which runs from today Monday, October 6 to Friday, October 10, is dedicated to recognising the vital role of customer service professionals and the value they bring to customers and businesses alike. Speaking to customers and staff, the Managing Director/CEO of Polaris Bank, Kayode Lawal, emphasised that excellent service remains central to the Bank’s culture and success. He noted that while great service can sometimes seem…
Union Bank of Nigeria held its first-ever Stay Recharged Health Walk, a dynamic event that affirmed the Bank’s steadfast commitment to employee well-being and sustainable workplace development. The walk kicked off at the Stallion Plaza, Union Bank’s Head Office in Marina. It concluded at the Bank’s Sports Complex, The Stable, on Bode Thomas Street, Surulere, tracing an energising 7.5km route through Lagos’ vibrant streets. The overwhelming participation and enthusiasm from employees from diverse departments and locations made it a celebration of physical fitness, mental health, and the power of community spirit. Stay Recharged is a featured event drawn from a…
In recognition of his unwavering commitment to Africa’s development, Fidelity Bank Plc recently hosted a grand black-tie dinner to celebrate the retirement of Professor Benedict Okechukwu Oramah, outgoing President and Chairman of the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), after ten years of transformative leadership. Held at the Lagos Continental Hotel on Thursday, 2 October 2025, the event was themed “Celebrating a Titan” and drew a distinguished gathering of dignitaries, captains of industry and international guests. They came together to honour a man widely regarded as one of Africa’s most influential financial leaders. Welcoming guests to the event, Dr. Nneka Onyeali-Ikpe, Managing…
The Centre For Human And Socio – Economic Rights (CHSR), has condemned the act of the Honorable Attorney General and Commissioner of the Lagos State Ministry of Justice, Mr. Lawal Pedro for shielding the suspected killer of the Owode Onirin Market Traders without being prosecuted for his criminal act displayed by leading a Landgrabbing Police men to kill the innocent Traders at the market. While the Attorney General also fail to fight for the rights to justice of the 6 murdered Traders in the market since the last Blood bath and massacre which turned the market to an atmosphere of…
The Delta State Police Command has recorded a string of operational successes across Asaba and its environs following coordinated, intelligence-led deployments by Operatives of the ‘B’ Division Asaba, the Rapid Response Squad (RRS), and the Eagle Net Special Squad (ENSS). On 1st October 2025, the DPO B Division Asaba, CSP Edewor Akponegware, led his surveillance team in a swift response to a distress report about a robbery incident around the BONSAAC axis of Asaba, where a female victim was dispossessed of her phone and other valuables at gunpoint by two male suspects. Working with local vigilantes, the team established a…