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Lagos Reaffirms Commitment to Road Safety, Urges Continuous Training for Driving School Operators

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  The Lagos State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to improving road safety through continuous training and education for driving school operators and instructors across the state. The Commissioner for Transportation, Mr Oluwaseun Osiyemi, made this known while speaking at the 2026 Driving School Instructors and Operators Train-the-Trainer Workshop, themed: “Enhancing Road Safety through Continuous Training and Education of Driving School Operators in Lagos State.” Osiyemi stressed the important role of driving schools in producing competent and responsible motorists, noting that they provide drivers with the knowledge, skills and attitudes required to navigate the roads safely. He called for stricter instructor certification and the adoption of standardised training curricula, alongside rigorous testing, background checks, periodic re-licensing and continuous professional development for driving instructors. According to him, such professional development should cover key ...
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APC South-West Youth Leader Applauds FG Over National Youth Conference 2026

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  Adesuyi Daramola Says Conference Will Give Nigerian Youths Greater Voice in Nation-Building The APC South-West Youth Leader, Adesuyi Daramola, has commended the Federal Government for its initiative to convene the National Youth Conference 2026, describing it as a timely and strategic platform for empowering young Nigerians to contribute meaningfully to national development. Daramola said the conference, being convened under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, demonstrates the Federal Government’s commitment to giving Nigerian youths a stronger voice in policy formulation and the future of the country. The National Youth Conference, coordinated by the Federal Ministry of Youth Development, is scheduled to take place in October and will bring together young Nigerians from across the country and the diaspora. According to the programme outline, the conference will focus on key areas including governance and political participation, economic transformation and job c...
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CHSR Condemns Alleged Tear-Gassing of Pensioners at Lagos Assembly, Demands Justice

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  By oluwaseyi fadoro  The Centre for Human and Socio-Economic Rights (CHSR) has strongly condemned the alleged tear-gassing and use of force against pensioners who staged a peaceful protest at the gate of the Lagos State House of Assembly on Monday, August 31, 2026. The organisation described the reported incident as disturbing, inhumane and a serious affront to the dignity of elderly citizens who had devoted many years of their lives to the service of Lagos State. This was disclosed in a pres conference held in on Wednesday in Lagos ,said the pensioners had gathered peacefully to demand the payment of their outstanding pensions, gratuities and other entitlements. According to the organisation, the placards displayed by the protesters reflected their frustrations over unpaid benefits, economic hardship and the health challenges confronting many retirees. CHSR stressed that pension was neither a favour nor charity, but an entitlement earned through years of dedicated public se...
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Interswitch Celebrates Excellence in Inclusion and Leadership at WIMCA Awards 2026

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    Interswitch, one of Africa’s leading integrated payments and digital commerce companies, has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing inclusion, empowering talent and celebrating impactful leadership through its sponsorship and participation at the 2026 Women in Marketing & Communications Conference and Awards (WIMCA).   Held on Saturday, August 29, 2026, at the Landmark Event Centre in Lagos, the 12th edition of WIMCA brought together leading professionals, executives, brands, and organisations across the marketing, communications, and broader business ecosystems. Themed “Grow, Give, Glow: Building Resilience for Distinction,” the event featured conversations around resilience, mentorship, learning and authentic leadership, alongside an exhibition, gala dinner and awards ceremony.   Interswitch’s sponsorship of WIMCA reflects the company’s commitment to supporting platforms that create opportunities for knowledge exchange, recognise excellence and amplify the ...
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BBNaija S11: 15 Housemates Up for Eviction in Week 6

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  Aikou, Flora rejoin race for grand prize Abi wins HoH title a second time  Prize money now down to N90 million  All housemates, except Head of House Abi and Most Influential Player of the Week Sheba, have been placed on the eviction list this week, including former Gambits Aikou and Flora, who are now eligible to compete for the grand prize. The nominations took an unexpected turn after Big Brother nullified the housemates’ earlier saves for discussing nominations and conspiring. This left the House with a fresh nomination slate, putting Barry, Keivo, Gerard, Aikou, Tram, Araga, Flora, Bells, Oyin, Nomy, Yusuf, Chimsom Chuka, Temi Nkem, Ricky and Bluethopia up for possible eviction. Operation Release the Gambit The nominations come in the same week that Aikou and Flora officially shed their Gambit status. During Sunday’s live show, Big Brother introduced Operation Release the Gambit, giving viewers the power to decide whether either or both Gambits would be released and...
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Union Bank’s alpher empowers 98 women entrepreneurs with skills, mentorship, funding

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  Lagos, Nigeria – alpher, Union Bank of Nigeria’s dedicated proposition for women, has partnered with Zuri Circle Network (ZCN) to empower 98 female entrepreneurs through the Fearless Female Founders (FFF) 2.0 Accelerator Programme. The initiative was designed to bridge the gap between women-led businesses and access to capital, business knowledge, mentorship and opportunities for sustainable growth. The programme attracted 2,810 applications from women entrepreneurs across Nigeria, with 98 founders selected after a rigorous screening process involving business verification and compliance checks. As part of its commitment to supporting women entrepreneurs, Union Bank also provided grants to five women-led businesses that emerged as winners during the final pitch presentation of the programme. The Fearless Female Founders 2.0 Accelerator was established to identify, support and strengthen promising women-led businesses through structured capacity building, mentorship, accountabilit...
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Bridging Real Estate and Agriculture: Adron Group Explores Strategic Partnership with Niger Foods Breeding and Feedlot Center

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 * * In a significant move towards transforming Nigeria’s agricultural landscape and expanding opportunities within the nation’s agribusiness value chain, the Chairman/GCEO of Adron Group, Sir Aare Adetola Emmanuelking, paid a strategic visit to the Niger Foods Breeding and Feedlot Center to explore a landmark agricultural partnership. The high-level engagement between Adron Group and the Niger Foods Breeding and Feedlot Center focused on unlocking vast opportunities in the livestock industry and exploring the establishment of specialised Adron Farm Estates across Niger State, with the Center positioned to play a strategic facilitation role in the proposed collaboration. Adron Homes and Properties, widely recognised as one of Nigeria’s foremost real estate development companies, has built a strong reputation for delivering secure, affordable and premium housing developments across the country. Through this proposed initiative, the Group is set to extend its proven expertise in stru...
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