Written By Adebola Olowu Politicians, government bodies, and security operatives continue to prove that they are not concerned about the well-being of the people they serve because how can you describe a situation where they clearly saw what was coming and chose to ignore? A report by The PUNCH revealed that at least 45 people were confirmed dead in Guma Local Government Area of Benue State, with local leaders claiming the true figure could be more than 200, including security officers and entire families burned alive. As a result of these incessant killings, the Benue state populace hit the streets…
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By Shade Adetola A few days ago, there was a form of uprising within the All Progressive Congress (APC) in the north eastern region because President Tinubu was endorsed for a second term without his vice president, Kashim Shettima. Some youths disrupted a meeting, stating that they would cause a serious crisis if President Tinubu dumps Shettima as his running mate in 2027. While President Tinubu has not made any statement regarding his vice president’s fate in 2027, there have been rumours that he may want to change his running mate for his second term ambition for reasons yet to…
Photo L-R: Branch Leader, Minna, Fidelity Bank Plc, Mustapha Abubakar; Her Excellency, First Lady of Niger State, Hajiya Fatima Umaru Bago; and the CEO, ABBASID (a Fidelity Food Bank partner), Hajiya Hauwa Abbas; at the Fidelity Food Bank Distribution in Mokwa, Niger State recently. In a swift response to the recent flood that tragically displaced many families in Mokwa, Niger State, Fidelity Bank Plc has donated food packs to over 1,500 affected residents through its Food Bank Initiative. The Fidelity Food Bank Initiative is a humanitarian outreach designed to help vulnerable communities across Nigeria. Through partnerships and collaboration with its…
In a significant boost to Nigeria’s crude oil production and export capabilities, leading financial institution Fidelity Bank Plc has facilitated the construction of the country’s first privately built and operated onshore crude export terminal in over 50 years. The terminal, located at the Otakikpo Marginal Field in Rivers State and operated by Green Energy International Limited (GEIL), successfully exported its first crude oil cargo at 2pm on Sunday, June 8, 2025, when a Shell-chartered vessel lifted the maiden shipment — marking a key milestone in the nation’s oil and gas industry. Commenting on Fidelity Bank’s role in making the project…
Fidelity Bank has dismissed reports alleging that its Managing Director (MD) paid N5 billion in bribes to avoid detention by the police. In a statement released on Monday, the bank explained that the MD was asked to sign a N5 billion bail bond as part of a police investigation into a matter involving the account of a customer, Woobs Resources Limited. The bank described the reports — particularly a story by Sahara Reporters — as false and mischievous, meant to mislead the public into believing a bribe was paid. “The police invited the MD during their investigation into a complaint…
The atmosphere was charged with spiritual fervor and heartfelt celebration as the Valiant Special Prayer Squad, an intercessory arm of Adron Group’s spiritual framework, commemorated its third anniversary in an all-day prophetic gathering that also marked the 48th birthday of its founder, Olori Aderonke Omotola EmmanuelKing. More than just a ceremonial event, the gathering was a fusion of spiritual depth and leadership tribute, highlighting the synergy between faith, corporate responsibility, and personal devotion. Olori Aderonke, who also serves as the Vice Chairman and Group Executive Director of Adron Group, has over the years exemplified a model of prayer-driven leadership and…
Samer Chedid, CEO of Nestlé Indonesia has been appointed CEO of Nestlé Central and West Africa (CWAR) replacing Mauricio Alarcón who has taken on a new role within the Nestlé group. A business leader with diverse experiences across Nestlé including Middle East, Asia, and Africa, Mr. Chedid is no stranger to CWAR as he previously served as Country Manager for Nestlé Ghana. In his new role, he will steer affairs of the business across 25 countries in CWAR. “I am delighted to return to a region that has been a part of my career within the Nestlé group. Together with…
Our attention has been drawn to a publication on Sahara Reporters website titled, “Fidelity Bank MD Onyeali-Ikpe Confesses to Paying ₦5Billion To Avoid Police Detention Amid Over ₦19Billion Fraud Probe”. We would like to categorically state this story is patently false and has been maliciously written to deceive the public into believing that a N5billion bail bond was payment to the Police to avoid detention. While we are unable to comment on the substantive matter as it is before a competent court, we wish to state emphatically that there is no truth in the claims of the story. The police…
Acting on credible intelligence carried out on the activities of cultists around Mosogar and its environs, on 11/06/2025, at about 0345hrs, Operatives of CP – Special Assignment Team ( CP – SAT ) led by ASP Julius Robinson stormed the residence of one Koko Josh ‘’m”, aged 29 years, a native of Otor-Iyede Community in Isoko North LGA, Delta State, resident of Adams Street Area Mosoghar and one Asomugha Clinton m”, 27 years, a native of Mbaisse Community in Ezinetthe LGA, Imo State. During the preliminary investigation, a search warrant was executed in his premises during which a black bag…
Israel launched blistering attacks on the heart of Iran’s nuclear and military structure Friday, deploying warplanes and drones previously smuggled into the country to assault key facilities and kill top generals and scientists Israel asserted the barrage was necessary before its adversary got any closer to building an atomic weapon, although experts and the U.S. government have assessed that Iran was actively working on such a weapon before the strikes. Israel said its air strikes had killed several top generals, including most of the senior leadership of the Revolutionary Guards’ air force, while hitting about 100 targets, including nuclear facilities.…