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Thousands Experience Transformation at SCOAN South Africa Revival

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  Johannesburg, South Africa – A wave of transformation and spiritual renewal swept through the Expo Centre in Johannesburg on Friday, May 16, as thousands gathered for the much-anticipated Synagogue, Church of All Nations (SCOAN) South Africa Revival, themed “Holy Spirit Visitation with Evelyn Joshua.” The powerful event, led by Pastor Evelyn Joshua—wife of the late Prophet T.B. Joshua and current leader of SCOAN—drew attendees from across South Africa and neighbouring countries, all united in anticipation of a divine encounter. Joined by a team of SCOAN evangelists, Pastor Evelyn Joshua ministered messages of hope, healing, and restoration to an eager and expectant audience. The atmosphere was charged with faith as many reported remarkable experiences of physical healing, emotional liberation, and spiritual breakthroughs. Described by attendees as a day of divine visitation, the revival featured testimonies of what witnesses referred to as “supernatural manifestations” of God’s p...
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2025 Ministerial Press Briefing: LASODA Empowers Over 1,000 Persons with Disabilities through Financial Assistance and Skills Development

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  In the past year, the Lagos State Office for Disability Affairs (LASODA) has directly empowered more than one thousand Persons With Disabilities (PWDs), through initiatives encompassing financial aid, skills acquisition, vocational tools provision, and access to healthcare. This revelation was made by the Honourable Commissioner for the Ministry of Youth and Social Development, Mr. Mobolaji Ogunlende, during the 2025 Ministerial Press Briefing. He affirmed that the interventions are in line with the THEMES+ Agenda of the Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, which emphasises inclusive governance and ensures that no Lagosian is left behind, irrespective of physical ability or disability. Among the salient initiatives highlighted by the Commissioner was the disbursement of thirty million naira (₦30,000,000) as financial support to various beneficiaries. This included 150 senior citizens living with disabilities, 100 vulnerable PWDs, as well as prominent disability adv...
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2025 Ministerial Press Briefing: Lagos Christian Pilgrims Welfare Board Strengthens Partnerships to Enhance Pilgrimage Services

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  In a determined effort to heighten awareness and foster increased participation in Christian pilgrimage, the Lagos State Christian Pilgrims Welfare Board (CPWB) has embarked upon a series of courtesy visits to strategic stakeholders across the state. These include Ministries, Departments and Agencies, Local Government Areas, Local Council Development Areas, Media Houses, Corporate Bodies, and an array of churches. This initiative was duly reaffirmed during a ministerial press briefing held on Tuesday, delivered by the Honourable Commissioner for Home Affairs, Hon. Olanrewaju Ibrahim Layode. The event was convened in celebration of the second anniversary of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s second term in office. The Honourable Commissioner lauded the proactive endeavours of the Board in cultivating partnerships across governmental entities, religious institutions, and the private sector to enrich the landscape of spiritual tourism in Lagos State. He reiterated the government's un...
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 * The Oyo State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to uplift the cultural values of individuals for social stability and development of the state. In a statement issued in Ibadan, the Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Dr. Wasiu Olatunbosun charged, residents to utilize cultural diversity for the development of the State. He noted that the 2025 World Cultural Day is scheduled for Wednesday, 21 May, 2025. Olatubosun therefore admonished all to play their part to bridge the gap among different cultures, saying this is essential to further achieve peace, development, and stability in Oyo State. According to the Commissioner, the Oyo state Government is in tandem with the United Nations' belief in bridging cultural diversity gap. He further stated that the Governor Seyi Makinde led-administration encourages cordial relationship with other cultures, adding that this has led to achieving a balanced flow of cultural goods and services. He hinted that the Governor has also magnan...
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The Mischief in Fidelity Bank Bankruptcy Rumour

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  By Ikechukwu Amaechi Fidelity Bank Plc has dismissed as unfounded the story making the rounds that it is on the verge of bankruptcy following a Supreme Court judgment linked to a legacy $3 million credit facility granted by the defunct FSB International Bank in 2002. The bank made the clarification on Monday, assuring the general public, depositors and stakeholders that it remains financially strong despite court judgment. In a statement by its Divisional Head, Brand & Communications, Meksley Nwagboh, Fidelity Bank called for calm, stating that it was currently seeking judicial clarification on the accurate computation of the judgment sum. “By way of a background, we confirm that the issues leading up to the judgment arose from a legacy transaction between the defunct FSB International Bank and Sagecom Concepts Limited,” the bank said. According to the statement, FSB, a legacy bank taken over by Fidelity Bank, granted a credit facility to G. Cappa Plc in 2002 for the sum of $...
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Nigerian Navy FOB Badagry Arrests and Hands Over 97 Bags of Foreign Parboiled Rice to the Nigeria Customs Service and 191 Wraps of Products Suspected to be Cannabis Sativa to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency

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  In furtherance of ongoing efforts to strengthen maritime security and suppress smuggling activities within the Badagry–Seme–Porto Novo waterways and adjoining land corridors, the Nigerian Navy Forward Operating Base (FOB) Badagry has maintained a high tempo of operations. These sustained maritime security activities have resulted in the interception of significant quantities of contraband, including narcotics and foreign parboiled rice, within its designated Area of Operations (AOO). Specifically, in a series of distinct operations conducted between 26 April and 14 May 2025, the Base’s Quick Response Team (QRT) successfully effected the following seizures: a. A total of ninety-seven (97) bags, each weighing 50 kilograms, of foreign parboiled rice, intercepted within the Base’s AOO on Saturday, 26 April 2025. b. One hundred and ninety-one (191) wraps of products suspected to be Cannabis Sativa, with an estimated weight of 114.6 kilograms, seized during three separate operation...
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Interswitch Career Fair 4.0 Advances Africa’s Talent Agenda with Bold Ideas and Practical Impact

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  Interswitch Group, one of Africa’s leading integrated payments and digital commerce companies, recently hosted the fourth edition of its flagship Career Fair at the Landmark Event Centre, Lagos. Themed  “The Talent Paradox: Enabling the Talent Ecosystem in Africa,”  the one-day event brought together thousands including industry leaders, professionals, students, and  job seekers for an immersive experience focused on unlocking the potential within Africa’s talent pipeline.   During the event, participants engaged in a dynamic series of keynotes, panel sessions, and mentoring sessions that challenged conventional thinking and sparked new ideas around the future of work in Africa. From practical career resources to strategic insights, the Career Fair delivered a holistic experience designed to equip attendees with tools for success in a fast-evolving labour market.   Setting a compelling tone for the event, Mitchell Elegbe, Group Managing Director and Chief...
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