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Onyeali-Ikpe, Dabiri Erewa, Rewane advocate for increased Diaspora Participation in Nigeria’s Economy

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  Tier-one lender, Fidelity Bank Plc, has reaffirmed its leadership in the diaspora banking sector with the successful hosting of the Fidelity Diaspora Summit 2026, a global virtual engagement designed to help Nigerians living abroad navigate evolving policies and identify credible opportunities for wealth creation in Nigeria. The summit held virtually on Saturday, 14 March 2026, and convened Nigerians across key diaspora markets including the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada, and the United Arab Emirates. “Our theme today is, “Navigating the New Tax Policy and Unlocking Investment Opportunities in Nigeria”. This subject is timely, practical, and matters to every Nigerian in the diaspora who earns, saves, owns assets or invests back home. “It is no news that Nigerians living abroad are our strongest ambassadors. You do much more than remit funds, you carry our reputation, our enterprise, and our potential into boardrooms, hospitals, laboratories, studios, and technology hu...
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Polaris Bank Chairman, Dr. Gidado Urges Integrity and Professional Excellence at 2026 CIBN Chartered Banker Induction

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Lagos, Nigeria – March 2026:  The Chairman of Polaris Bank, Dr. Kassim Gidado, has called on newly inducted banking professionals to uphold integrity, embrace continuous learning, and demonstrate ethical leadership as they navigate the rapidly evolving financial services landscape. Dr. Gidado, made the call while delivering his remarks as the Special Guest of Honour at the 2026 Stream 1 Chartered Banker Induction Ceremony organised by the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN). The ceremony which held in Lagos at the weekend, celebrated the induction of 2,037 professionals into the prestigious Chartered Banker and Microfinance Certified Banker cadre of the Institute, marking a significant milestone in their professional journeys. According to the Institute, the inductees emerged through various certification routes including 9 candidates through the Chartered Banker/MBA route, 816 through the Chartered Banker Regular Route, 25 through the MSc/Chartered Banker pathway, 262...
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Agbado Oke-Odo LCDA Holds Second Edition of ‘Renewed Hope’ Cash Grant, 100 Residents Receive ₦100,000

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  By oluwaseyi fadoro  The Agbado Oke-Odo Local Council Development Area (LCDA) has organized the second edition of its monthly “Renewed Hope Cash Grant” programme aimed at empowering residents and supporting small businesses in the community. Speaking during the event, the Executive Chairman of Agbado Oke-Odo LCDA, Mayor Abiodun Jimoh, who was represented by the Executive Vice Chairman, Hon. Soboye Kehinde, said the initiative was part of the administration’s campaign promises to improve the welfare of the people. According to him, the programme was designed to provide financial support to residents and help strengthen their businesses. He explained that the first edition of the cash grant programme was held in December to celebrate the administration’s first 100 days in office, during which 300 residents benefited from a grant of ₦100,000 each. “For this month’s edition, 100 beneficiaries have been selected, and each of them will receive ₦100,000 to support their businesses ...
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ADC Clutching at Straws Over Tinubu’s “Democracy Is a Game” Comment.

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  The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has taken note of the criticism by the African Democratic Congress (ADC) regarding the recent remark by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu that “democracy is a game.” It is both surprising and amusing that the ADC has chosen to deliberately misinterpret what was clearly a metaphor describing the competitive nature of democratic politics. Across the world, democracy functions through rules, strategy, participation, and healthy political competition. In that context, describing democracy as a “game” simply underscores the need for political actors to organize, mobilize, and compete within established democratic rules. Unfortunately, rather than engage in meaningful political discourse, the ADC has opted for sensationalism and distortion-an approach that appears to have become its most visible political strategy. Indeed, we must commend the leadership of the ADC for their occasional comic relief, as they continue to maintain th...
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Lagos APC Pays Tribute to Mothers for Their Role in Nation Building.

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  The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos State proudly joins millions of families across Nigeria and the world in celebrating mothers on the occasion of Mothering Sunday, a special day dedicated to honoring the love, sacrifice, strength, and invaluable contributions of mothers to our families and society. Today, we pay glowing tribute to the extraordinary women who nurture homes, shape values, and raise the next generation of leaders. Mothers remain the backbone of our communities, playing critical roles not only in family life but also in governance, enterprise, education, and community development. The Lagos APC recognizes and deeply appreciates the immense sacrifices mothers make daily to ensure the well-being, stability, and progress of their families. Their resilience, compassion, and guidance continue to inspire hope and strengthen the social fabric of our great state. We also acknowledge the countless mothers across Lagos who contribute to the growth and development of...
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‎CRISIS DEEPENS FOR CROWN FC AS SMART CITY FC CLAIM 3–1 VICTORY ‎

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  ‎*Ajilete Warriors Extend Winless Run to Five Matches ‎ ‎The difficult season of Crown FC took another troubling turn on Saturday after the Ajilete Warriors suffered a disappointing 3–1 defeat to Smart City FC in a Nigeria National League encounter that further exposed the club’s ongoing struggles. ‎ ‎The Lagos-based side produced a commanding display, overpowering Crown FC with superior attacking strength and tactical control throughout the match. The result extends Crown FC’s winless run to five consecutive games, deepening concerns among supporters and stakeholders about the club’s deteriorating form and overall direction this season. ‎ ‎Smart City FC Dominates the Contest ‎From the opening whistle, Smart City FC showed greater urgency and cohesion, pressing high and forcing Crown FC into defensive errors. Their attacking trio repeatedly stretched the Ajilete Warriors’ backline, creating several scoring opportunities in the first half. ‎ ‎The pressure eventually paid off as Sm...
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Transformative, Innovation Under CSP Akerele As Taskforce Chairman

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  It was a typical summer day on the 26th of june  2024, as new chapter was about to unfold for the Lagos State Enviromental and special Offenses Unit otherwise known as 'Lagos State Taskforce' prior to the elevation and appointment of Chief Suprintendent of Police, CSP Tayo Akerele  Upon assuming of office, The agency under Akerele's leadership widely known as "TASKFORCE" had witness a unique style blend of strategic thinking, collaborative partnerships, and technological advancement approach following the extant laws and obligations that establish taskforce as agency. However, CSP Akerele had built up a strong reputation management for discipline, integrity, professionalism and efficiency, considering countless of conference and seminar attended both locally and international with exposure of modern style of Policing and enforcing Law and order.  Prior to his duty as the Chairman, Lagos State taskforce, frequent lecture and sensitization on mordern policing had ...
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