The Distinguished Senator representing Oyo Central Senatorial District, Senator Yunus Akintunde, has expressed renewed confidence in the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, declaring that Nigeria’s days of economic and political apprehension are giving way to a season of purposeful leadership and sustainable progress. In a statement commemorating Democracy Day 2025, released through his Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Kunle Olatunji, Senator Akintunde congratulated President Tinubu, members of the Federal Executive Council, leaders of the National Assembly, the Judiciary, and sub-national governments across Nigeria. “The quality of leadership managing a system is critical to its progress. What we are…
Author: Oluwatoyin Mathnuel
L-R: Team Lead, Human Resource and Business Partner East and South, Fidelity Bank Plc, Osayi Uwumarongie; Principal, Government Junior Secondary School Elekahia, Port Harcourt; Dr Ekeh Florence; Team Lead, CSR, Fidelity Bank Plc, Victoria Abuka; and Procurement Officer/Class President, Suncrest 2025 Inductees Class, Fidelity Bank Plc, Euphemia Okereafor; during the Fidelity Helping Hands Programme Donation to Government Secondary School, Port Harcourt, Rivers State recently. In furtherance of its long-standing commitment to education and youth development, leading financial institution, Fidelity Bank Plc, has donated a wide range of relief and academic materials to Government Junior Secondary School, Elekahia, Port Harcourt, Rivers…
The Delta State Police Command has arrested a suspect cultist/ armed robber in Asaba as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen public safety and security in the metropolis and across the state. On 9/06/2025, acting on credible intelligence, operatives of the Command’s DOPS Buffalo Team, led by the Commander DSP Charles Evboifo, raided a food canteen, a popular hideout for cultists, and arrested one Kingsley Ugochukwu, aged 40yrs. The suspect on sighting the Police quickly disposed of a locally fabricated Beretta pistol which was later recovered by the operatives. During the preliminary investigation, the suspect made a suspicious call to…
For the sixth consecutive year, Nestlé Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to environmental sustainability through a nationwide clean-up and community sensitization campaign. This initiative, executed in collaboration with the African Clean-Up Initiative (ACI) and local authorities, mobilized a total of 516 Nestlé Cares volunteers from the Nestlé head office, branch offices, and factories.The clean-up efforts spanned 11 cities, focusing on high-footfall market hubs such as Oke-Arin Market in Lagos, Utako Market in Abuja, Abubakar Rimi Market in Kano, Satellite Market in Jos, Sabo Market in Sagamu, Bodija Market in Ibadan, Okoko Market in Agbara, Abaji Market in Abaji, Holyghost Market…
The attention of the Office of the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice has been drawn to reactions trailing the discontinuation of the criminal charge against the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer MD/CEO of Fidelity Bank Plc. The Attorney General’s decision to discontinue the criminal charge against Dr. Nneka Onyeali-Ikpe, MD/CEO of Fidelity Bank Plc, is a testament to the office’s commitment to upholding justice and fairness. As the chief law officer of the federation, the AGF has the constitutional power to enter a nolle prosequi, discontinuing a prosecution where it is deemed necessary to prevent…
Chairman, Southern Nigeria Council of Traditional Rulers(SNCTR) and Ooni of Ife, Arole Oduduwa Olofin Adimula, Ooni Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi,CFR, Ojaja II, has visited the Nigerian President, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu at his Queen’s Drive, Ikoyi, Lagos on Sunday for the first time since Tinubu was elected in 2023 to lead Nigeria as president. During the meeting which held privately, Ooni Ogunwusi who is also the Natural Father and Leader of the entire Oduduwa race worldwide and Mr President had important discussions touching on the peace and tranquility in the South West part of Nigeria. The discussions at the meeting also…
With plastic pollution still threatening lives, coastlines, and ecosystems across Nigeria, the Sterling One Foundation is taking concrete steps to confront the crisis through community-led cleanups, strategic partnerships, and ongoing policy engagement. Earlier this year, the Foundation led a major cleanup at Elegushi Beach under its Beach Adoption Programme, a national initiative that has now formally adopted more than five beaches since 2021, including Alpha, Eleko, Lafiaji, Iwerekun and Okun Ajah. Across these sites, the Foundation has cleared over 9,000 kilograms of waste, including more than 4,800 kilograms of recyclables, while working with local leaders to embed awareness and long-term…
Union Bank of Nigeria has reiterated its commitment to entrepreneurship and women’s empowerment through its alpher initiative by sponsoring the Nigerian British Chamber of Commerce (NBCC) Women and Youth Entrepreneurship Development Centre (WYEDC) Cohort 2 Programme, which has graduated 125 entrepreneurs who have benefited from firsthand entrepreneurship training and business grants. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Nigeria account for more than 50% of industrial employment and contribute approximately 48% to the country’s GDP. This makes entrepreneurship one of the economy’s building blocks and is a testament to Union Bank’s unwavering dedication to national development in partnership with NBCC. In…
Adron Homes and Properties Limited, Nigeria’s leading real estate powerhouse, once again demonstrated its deep-rooted commitment to cultural heritage and community celebration by attending the 2025 edition of the iconic Ojude Oba Festival in spectacular fashion, proudly under the banner of the “House of Adron.” The House of Adron made a resplendent entrance into the Ojude Oba parade ground, capturing hearts and attention with its vibrant cultural regalia, energetic performances, and a regal display of unity, tradition, and luxury. In keeping with the brand’s identity of class and excellence, Adron Homes didn’t just attend the festival, it redefined presence. Adding…
…CP Olufemi Abaniwonda reiterates that no stone will be left unturned in the efforts to ensure the safety of lives and properties In response to a recent surge in violent crimes in Abraka, Ethiope East, the Commissioner of Police, CP Olufemi Abaniwonda has deployed well-equipped tactical teams to restore peace and public confidence in the area. This decision follows growing concerns from residents and an influx of reports circulating across the internet and various social media platforms highlighting the deteriorating security situation in the community. The Command acknowledges the public’s anxiety and assures citizens that proactive and decisive measures are…