The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) hereby notifies the general public of a lone vehicular crash involving a fully occupied, painted commercial bus (KTU 69 YJ), which occurred over the weekend in the Alausa corridor of Ikeja, Lagos. Preliminary investigations revealed that the driver, grievously impaired by alcohol, lost vehicular control and violently rammed into a streetlight pole. The ferocity of the impact triggered widespread alarm and resulted in significant injuries to several passengers, notably a couple seated in the middle row. Thanks to the rapid and professionally coordinated intervention of LASTMA operatives stationed nearby, four severely injured individuals—including…
Author: Oluwatoyin Mathnuel
Hon. Adekunle Abdulkabir Akinlade, a former Member of the House of Representatives, former Gubernatorial and Deputy Gubernatorial Candidate (2019 and 2023 respectively), has joined well-wishers across Ogun State and Nigeria in commending President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR for his bold and visionary leadership under the Renewed Hope Agenda, as he approved the upgrading of the Federal Polytechnic, Ilaro to a full-fledged Federal University of Technology.This landmark move marks a turning point in the educational, economic, and social trajectory of Yewa land, and indeed the entire Ogun West Senatorial District. It is a clear demonstration of President Tinubu’s commitment to not…
… Oluremi Akande, Dr Seye Kehinde keynote speakers The Online Reporters Association of Nigeria (ORAN) is set to host 5th corporate/media crucial roundtable discussion on cybersecurity in financial institutions. The event is scheduled for Thursday, May 29, 2025, and it will bring together industry experts to share insights and strategies on protecting sensitive financial information in an increasingly digital world. The roundtable will take place at the The Lagos Chamber of Commerce And Industry (LCCI), 10 Dr. Nurudeen Olowopopo Way, Ikeja, Lagos State. Among the esteemed speakers at the event are Oluremi Akande, Head of Corporate Communications at LAPO Micro-Finance…
In a decisive move that reaffirms its zero-tolerance stance against violent crime, the Delta State Police Command has recorded two separate but significant operational breakthroughs, resulting in the arrest of a suspected kidnapper and the recovery of dangerous firearms. The operatives of the CP Special assignment team (CP-SAT) have once again struck a major blow to a notorious kidnapping and armed robbery syndicate terrorising Delta, Rivers, Imo, and Enugu States. Acting on credible intelligence and building on the momentum of an earlier breakthrough, the operatives arrested another suspected kidnapper. This latest arrest is directly linked to an earlier operation where…
In recognition of its exceptional contributions to innovative financial solutions for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), Fidelity Bank Plc has been awarded the 2025 Development Bank of Nigeria (DBN) Innovation Award in the Deposit Money Bank (DMB) category. This prestigious accolade celebrates Fidelity Bank’s commitment to addressing the unique challenges faced by MSMEs, a vital segment in Nigeria’s economic growth. Dr. Nneka Onyeali-Ikpe, MD/CEO of Fidelity Bank Plc, commented on the award, reaffirming the bank’s dedication to empowering Nigerian entrepreneurs: “At Fidelity Bank, innovation is at the heart of our strategy to support MSMEs. This recognition underscores our commitment…
The Arole Oduduwa Olofin Adimula and Natural Head of the Yoruba Race Ooni Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, CFR, Ojaja II, the Ooni of Ife, heartily celebrates a prominent son of Oduduwa land, the former Executive Governor of Osun State and former Honourable Minister of Interior, Ogbeni Rauf Adesoji Aregbesola, on the occasion of his 68th birthday. Aregbesola, popularly called Ogbeni, is not just a political figure; he is an institution of progressive ideology, a grassroot mobilizer, and an unapologetic defender of the masses. His contributions to the enthronement of participatory democracy and infrastructural transformation both in Lagos and Osun States remain…
After several months of offering spiritual advice and warnings to tackle insecurity in Nigeria, it appears the Nigerian military has finally decided to include spiritual solutions in its efforts to curb insecurity in Nigeria, as advised by Nigerian prophet, Primate Elijah Ayodele. As far back as the tenure of Late Lt. General Taoreed Lagbaja, Primate Ayodele specifically told the Nigerian military to build three strong towers, in the form of worship centres for God in order to tackle insecurity spiritually. The prophet had always maintained that Nigeria’s insecurity problems can be solved using spiritual means and not by guns and…
As part of this year’s International Women’s Day celebrations, the London Business School (LBS) Alumni Community Nigeria hosted a private brunch and fireside chat that placed the spotlight firmly on one of Nigeria’s most impactful business leaders—Dr. Nneka Onyeali-Ikpe, the Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Fidelity Bank Plc. Held in Lagos, the event gathered an elite group of C-suite executives from across finance, FMCG, investment, and other critical sectors for a powerful conversation on leadership, resilience, and the shared responsibility to “Accelerate Action,” this year’s global Women’s Month theme. But it was Dr. Onyeali-Ikpe’s presence and insights…
Reinforcing its position as one of Nigeria’s most profitable financial institutions, Wema Bank, Nigeria’s oldest indigenous bank, most innovative bank and pioneer of Africa’s first fully digital bank, ALAT, has received a unanimous vote of confidence from its shareholders across Nigeria as it disclosed a record-breaking financial performance at its 2024 Annual General Meeting (AGM). The Wema Bank 2024 AGM held virtually in Lagos on Thursday, May 22, 2025. According to the Bank’s 2024 Annual Report, Wema Bank, in 2024, recorded an all-time-high performance, with Gross Earnings growing by 91.51% from N225.75 billion in FY 2023 to N432.34 billion in…
… Ahead of Istanbul, Pune Lagos has been named the fastest-growing tech ecosystem in the world for Y2025 by Netherlands-based research firm Dealroom.co, ahead of Istanbul, Turkey and Pune, India. The organisation, a foremost data provider on start-ups, growth companies, and tech ecosystems around the globe, broke the news in its Global Tech Ecosystem Index 2025 report, which has just been released. According to the report, Lagos is home to five unicorns, comprising Interswitch, Flutterwave, Jumia, OPay, and Moniepoint, which makes the State stand out as an appealing hub for new enterprises. Ranking Lagos under the ‘Rising Stars’ category of Tech…