The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) today organized a one-day Advanced Training Workshop themed “Mental Well-Being and Trauma Care” for its senior officers at the Agency’s Training Room, Oshodi, Lagos. The impactful session was spearheaded by the General Manager of LASTMA, Mr. Olalekan Bakare-Oki, and featured a distinguished lecture by Professor Akindotun Merino, President of JARS Educational Group, U.S.A., and Founder of the Africa Trauma Care Alliance. Professor Merino, a renowned mental health advocate, delivered deep insights into the psychological dynamics of trauma, resilience, and emotional intelligence in high-stress work environments. In his opening remarks, Mr. Bakare-Oki urged participants…
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Nestlé Professional has reaffirmed its commitment to accelerating youth entrepreneurship, with a workshop in Lagos to upskill over 300 operators and attendants within its My Own Business (MYOWBU) program.MYOWBU is designed to empower young people across Central and West Africa by helping them establish sustainable careers in street vending. More than a vending initiative providing affordable beverage solutions such as NESCAFÉ and MILO enjoyed by millions of Nigerians every day, it is a sustainable means of livelihood for many young people seeking dignified work, financial independence, and a chance to build a better future. “We are excited to host this…
The Lagos State Government has clarified recent reports suggesting that 30 percent of State employees failed to return after participating in government-sponsored overseas training programmes, describing the claims as misleading and inaccurate. According to the Honourable Commissioner for Establishments and Training, Mr. Afolabi Ayantayo, the issue relates to staff who proceeded on study leave without pay, not those officially sponsored by the government for training abroad. In a reaction issued from his office following interpretations of his remarks at a ministerial press briefing marking the second year of the second term of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s Administration, Ayantayo noted that some…
Leading financial institution, Fidelity Bank Plc, has reentered the trillion-naira market capitalisation club, after its share price rose by 5.3%, climbing from ₦19.95 to ₦21.00 on May 13, 2025, according to data from the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX). This latest development also brings the total number of Nigerian companies with a trillion-naira market capitalisation to 19. According to a report published on Techcabal website, the bank had previously dropped below the threshold on May 12, marking another fluctuation in its valuation. Earlier in the year, Fidelity Bank Plc first reached the trillion-naira milestone on April 4, 2025, joining tier-1 banks…
The Managing Director/CEO of the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, has encouraged Lagos residents to stop discarding waste, but tap the vast economic value by embracing recycling and circular economy. He said this in his office, Ijora-Olopa, while interacting with a team of journalists, who sought his views on the future of waste management in the state. He pointed out that what people call waste is actually not waste, but money, and should not be thrown away, noting that many people were making a good living from collecting waste materials and selling to recycling companies at good…
By Tosin Ajayi In a dynamic and often unpredictable financial landscape like Nigeria, the ability to access funds at critical moments makes all the difference. For entrepreneurs, financial agility is often the key to unlocking growth and success. With fluctuating prices and unexpected financial policies, many businesses in recent times have found themselves in need of short-term financial solutions to keep their business running smoothly. Recognising this challenge, First Bank of Nigeria Limited, a pioneer in innovative financial solutions, redesigned the Retail Temporary Overdraft (RTOD) as a lifeline to empower businesses with swift, flexible cash flow support that can significantly…
The Lagos State Government has trained over 23,000 public servants and implemented a new minimum wage of ₦85,000 as part of sweeping reforms to strengthen the public service. This was revealed by the Honourable Commissioner for Establishments and Training, Mr. Afolabi Ayantayo, at the ongoing 2025 Ministerial Press Briefing held at the Bagauda Kaltho Press Centre, Alausa, to mark the second anniversary of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s second term in office. Ayantayo noted that the Ministry had focused its interventions on three key areas, including Human Capital Development, Industrial Harmony, and Public Service Reforms. According to him, between May 2022 and…
The House of Oduduwa, under the esteemed leadership of Arole Oduduwa Olofin Adimula, Ooni Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, CFR, Ojaja II, warmly congratulates the Executive Governor of Osun State, His Excellency, Senator Ademola Nurudeen Jackson Adeleke, on the joyous occasion of his 65th birthday. Your Excellency, your journey through life has been marked by resilience, unwavering commitment to public service, and a deep love for the people of Osun State. As you attain this notable age, we reflect on the remarkable leadership you have continued to offer, which has brought renewed hope and transformation across the state. The House of Oduduwa…
The Nigerian Youths in Diaspora have called for the resignation of the Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, following allegations of orchestrated media attacks against renowned spiritual leader, Primate Elijah Ayodele, founder of the INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church.In a strongly worded statement, the youth coalition expressed deep concern over what it described as a betrayal of trust and a dangerous affront to spiritual authority. According to the group, Adelabu—who has long benefited from Primate Ayodele’s spiritual mentorship—has chosen to vilify the cleric following a recent prophecy that questioned the minister’s political ambitions.From Spiritual Support to Political FalloutPrimate Ayodele, known for…
The Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele had revealed in a video that the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, who also has an ambition to become the next governor of Oyo state, that his ambition will not succeed. The prophet categorically mentioned in an interview with Tribune newspaper over the weekend that the people of Oke Ogun will challenge Ibadan’s dominance while asserting that Adelabu cannot become the next governor of the state. “In Oyo, there’s growing unrest. Muslims are preparing for a political showdown. The people of Oke-Ogun will challenge Ibadan’s dominance. Adebayo Adelabu cannot become…