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  Mrs. Amaka Onwughalu, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Fidelity Bank Plc, has emerged winner in the “Women on Bank Boards” category at the Africa Women in Banking and Finance Conference and Awards (AWBFA 2026). The event, themed “Redefining Women’s Leadership in African Finance”, held at the Lagos Marriott Hotel Ikeja on Friday, 8 May 2026, is a platform established to celebrate women driving leadership and impact across Africa’s financial services ecosystem. It also spotlights professionals whose contributions are often overlooked, while advancing visibility for women shaping banking and finance. In her acceptance remarks, delivered through Ezinwa Unuigboje, Company Secretary, Fidelity Bank Plc, Onwughalu described the recognition as a timely reminder of the role inclusion plays in strengthening board effectiveness and corporate governance. “This recognition matters because inclusion at board level strengthens governance,” she said, noting that when diverse perspectives are...

  * The Oyo State Government has re-ordered the reopening of schools in Oriire, Oyo East, Surulere, and Olorunsogo local government areas, on Monday, following the deployment of additional security operatives to the affected zones. Parents and guardians are strongly urged to remain calm, as security agencies have assured the government of sustained surveillance and protection across all identified communities. Speaking on behalf of the Oyo State Universal Basic Education Board (OYOSUBEB), the Executive Chairman, Dr. Nureni Aderemi Adeniran, said the latest decision follows a comprehensive security review carried out after the unfortunate incident in Ahoro-Esinele community. Dr. Adeniran noted that the safety of pupils and teachers remains a top priority of the state government, adding that the coordinated efforts of security operatives-working under the directives of the Commissioner of Police-have significantly strengthened safety measures in schools across the axis. He emphasised...

  By oluwaseyi fadoro  The Lagos State Government has unveiled new achievements and investments in agriculture and food systems development, including the training of more than 25,300 farmers and plans to commission the first phase of a massive food logistics hub in Epe before the end of 2026. Speaking during the 2026 Ministerial Press Briefing held at the Bagauda Kaltho Press Centre in Alausa, Ikeja, the Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Systems, Ms Abisola Olusanya, said the administration of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu was transforming agriculture in the state through a coordinated food systems strategy aimed at boosting food security and stabilising prices. Olusanya explained that the state government was shifting from isolated agricultural interventions to a broader food systems economy focused on increasing local food production, strengthening partnerships with food-producing states, improving storage and logistics infrastructure, and enhancing market operations. Acc...

  Ms. Zouera Youssoufou, Managing Director & CEO of Aliko Dangote Foundation (ADF) in company with Mr. Ahmed Iya, Head of Community Engagement & Polio Eradication of ADF visited Dr. Rami Ahmad, Vice President (Operations) of the Islamic Development Bank at IsDB Headquarters in Jeddah. The delegation used the occasion to highlight the activities of the Foundation so far which made great impact on people of all races by enhancing opportunities for social change through strategic investments that improve health and wellbeing, promote quality education, and broaden empowerment opportunities for individuals and communities.   Dr. Rami also expressed his expectation of a good and rewarding partnership between the two organisations, as many member countries of the IsDB face pressing debt challenges that constrain their investments in people and livelihoods.

The atmosphere at Tem Royal Event Centre, Alapere, came alive with excitement, solidarity and political unity as the Executive Chairman of Agboyi-Ketu LCDA, Hon. (Mrs.) Adetola Adunni Abubakar, hosted a historic “Meet Your Aspirants” stakeholders engagement where the entire political structure and stakeholders of Agboyi-Ketu LCDA publicly declared total support for the second term re-election bid of Hon. Kafilat Ogbara, Chairman, House Committee on Women Affairs and Social Development and Member representing Kosofe Federal Constituency at the Federal House of Representatives. The event turned into a massive endorsement gathering as party faithful, APC leaders, ward executives from Wards A-G, councilors, women groups, youths, market leaders, religious bodies, community development associations (CDAs), artisan groups, professionals, royal fathers, elders, transport unions, political stakeholders and residents spoke in one voice in reaffirming their support for Hon. Kafilat Ogbara ahead o...

  By oluwaseyi fadoro  A former Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Jokotola Pelumi, has led political leaders, stakeholders, youth groups and community representatives from Epe constituency 2 in demanding political inclusion ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking during a press conference held at procarl hotel and suite in Eredo LCDA, Lagos State, Pelumi said the time had come for Ikosi-Ejinrin LCDA to produce the next member representing Epe Federal Constituency at the House of Representatives. Addressing party leaders,  and members of the media, the former Speaker described the gathering as a united call for “justice, fairness, equity and political inclusion” within Epe Federal Constituency. According to him, Ikosi-Ejinrin LCDA has remained politically marginalized since Nigeria’s return to democratic governance in 1999 despite its consistent support for the All Progressives Congress (APC). Pelumi noted that Epe Federal Constituency is made up of Epe C...