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  By oluwaseyi fadoro   The founder and prophet of Eye Salvation Ministry, Prophet Godwin Ikuru, has called on Nigerians to support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s second-term agenda, describing it as important for the nation's continued growth and development. Prophet Ikuru made the appeal in a video message released in Lagos, where he urged citizens to remain united and cooperate with the government in its efforts to address national challenges. According to the cleric, Nigerians should respect their leaders and pray for those in authority to succeed in their responsibilities. Speaking on the issue of insecurity, Prophet Ikuru expressed optimism that children who have been kidnapped in different parts of the country would soon regain their freedom. He called for patience and faith while efforts continue to secure their release. The religious leader also encouraged Nigerians to remain hopeful despite current difficulties, stressing that peace and progress can be achieved t...

   The Centre for Human and Socio-Economic Rights (CHSR) has condemned the reported disruption of peaceful protesters by individuals allegedly linked to the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), describing the incident as an attack on democratic rights and a troubling reflection of the country's worsening security challenges. In a statement issued on Wednesday, CHSR expressed concern over what it described as the violent interruption of a protest organized by members of the Take-It-Back (TIB) Movement and other civil society groups. According to the organization, the protesters had gathered to mourn victims of insecurity and demand greater accountability from government authorities. The rights group said the protest was driven by growing public outrage over recent security incidents, including the reported abduction of students in Oyo State and the killing of a male teacher. CHSR described the incidents as tragic reminders of the persistent insecurity affecting com...

Union Bank of Nigeria's Endless Possibilities campaign has won Bronze in the Heritage category at the 2026 Pitcher Awards, one of Africa's foremost platforms for creative excellence.    The   campaign   was   also   shortlisted   in   the   Craft   category   for   Film   Craft,   a recognition of the artistry and technical quality behind the work. These recognitions were awarded following adjudication alongside qualifying entries from across the African continent. The Heritage win carries a particular resonance. It recognises the bank’s ability to honour its rich heritage while maintaining relevance with contemporary audiences. For more than a century, Union Bank has been woven into the fabric of Nigeria's economic and social progress, and Endless Possibilities continues that story rather than departing from it.  Built to celebrate the ambition and reso...

…makes history, becoming the first and only entrepreneur globally to have won in both emerging and master categories in any region in 40 years, and invited to global jury for the 3rd year running LAGOS, Nigeria, 31 May 2026: Mitchell Elegbe, Founder and Group Managing Director/CEO of Interswitch Group has again been re-appointed as the only entrepreneur from Africa into the global jury of the 2025 Ernst & Young (EY) World Entrepreneur of The Year Awards, which takes place annually in June in Monte Carlo, Monaco, for the third consecutive year, following his inaugural jury duties at the 2024 awards.     According to EY, the World Entrepreneur of the Year Hall of Fame is an elite corps of men and women who have been recognized for their exceptional entrepreneurial achievements. For 38 years, since 1986, EY has been celebrating ingenuity through the Entrepreneur of the Year program. “The program has recognized more than 10,000 outstanding entrepreneurs for their vision, innov...

  ... We Will Miss Her - Forum of Permanent Secretaries  By Abiodun Atilola, Ibadan  As May 2026 approaches, the corridors of the Oyo State Secretariat in Agodi, Ibadan, prepare to bid farewell to a titan of public administration, Mrs. Olubunmi Oni, mni, the Oyo State Head of Service (HOS), is set to transition into retirement, leaving behind a legacy defined by structural reform, meritocracy and  unwavering commitment to the Pacesetter State ethos.  The career impact and transformative leadership of a woman who bridged the gap between traditional bureaucracy and modern governance. ​When Mrs. Olubunmi Oni assumed office in May 2023 with a funfair to the Office of the Head of Service. she did so with a clear mandate to professionalize the workforce and align it with the "Omituntun 2.0" vision of Governor Seyi Makinde. Her tenure has been characterized by the philosophy that a state is only as efficient as its civil service. ​  One of her most significant con...

  Leading financial institution, Fidelity Bank Plc, is set to launch a strategic engagement platform aimed at promoting the growth and sustainability of small and medium enterprises across Nigeria. Known as the Fidelity Quarterly Business Forum, the initiative is designed to bring together SME business leaders, founders, policymakers and industry experts to discuss business opportunities, economic trends, innovation and sustainable growth strategies. Speaking on the initiative, Ugochi Osinigwe, Divisional Head, Small and Medium-scale Enterprises, Fidelity Bank Plc, said the forum reflects the bank’s commitment to delivering a wide range of initiatives that support the growth of small businesses in Nigeria. “Our Quarterly Business Forum is part of our regular engagement with small businesses across the country. As you may know, Fidelity Bank is a leading supporter of SMEs through numerous financial products, and a strong advocate of a multi-dimensional approach to helping them succe...