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  ●          Collaboration brings secure, convenient and contactless mobile payments to eligible Mastercard cardholders using Android devices in Nigeria               Lagos, Nigeria, October 27, 2026 – Mastercard, working with Interswitch have announced that eligible Mastercard cardholders in Nigeria can now use Google Pay  to make secure, convenient and contactless payments using their Android devices. The launch marks another step forward in the evolution of Nigeria's digital payments ecosystem, providing consumers with greater choice in how they pay and bringing tokenized mobile payments to everyday transactions. Powered by Mastercard's tokenization technology, the solution helps secure digital transactions by replacing sensitive card information with a unique digital credential, delivering a seamless and secure payment experience. Kari Tukur, country manager for West Africa at Mastercard, sa...

  The District Coordinating Council (DCC) Superintendent of the Christ Apostolic Church (CAC), Pastor Stephen Oluwatoyin Ajayi PhD, has called on Nigerians, particularly religious organisations, to intensify prayers for the country as preparations gather momentum for the 2027 general elections. Pastor Ajayi made the call while speaking with journalists in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, expressing concern over the prevailing security challenges confronting the country, particularly the persistent incidents of kidnapping, killings and violent attacks in some parts of Nigeria. The cleric urged politicians and political parties to conduct their activities within the provisions of the law, emphasising that politics should not be treated as a do-or-die affair but as an opportunity to serve the people and contribute to national development. He further appealed to churches and mosques to educate their members on the importance of peaceful coexistence, political tolerance and responsible co...

  The First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu; Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu; veteran media practitioner, Elder Kayode Olopade; and June 12 democracy activist, Comrade Adewale Adeniyi Balogun, are among prominent Nigerians and institutions selected for recognition by the Kehinde Oshilaja Foundation. The awards will recognise outstanding contributions to disability inclusion, democratic development, religious harmony, community advancement and responsible journalism. The announcement was contained in a statement issued by the Convener of the Foundation, Comrade Kehinde Oshilaja, and made available to journalists in Lagos and Abuja. According to Oshilaja, the initiative is aimed at celebrating individuals and organisations whose activities and contributions have positively impacted society, particularly in promoting social inclusion, democratic participation, religious tolerance, public enlightenment and community development. He explained that Senator Oluremi Tinubu...

  Prophet Godwin Ikuru, Founder of Jehovah Eye Salvation Ministry, Lagos, has described Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State as the “King of Governors” in Nigeria, praising his leadership and contributions to the development of the state. Prophet Ikuru made the remarks while expressing his admiration for the governor, whom he described as a visionary leader whose administration has brought remarkable transformation to Lagos State. According to the cleric, the governor's developmental strides, particularly in road construction, flyovers, bridges, modern infrastructure and environmental improvement, have contributed significantly to the changing outlook of Lagos. He noted that the administration's efforts towards creating a cleaner, safer and more developed environment, alongside numerous people-oriented projects, had made Lagos a source of pride to residents and visitors. “Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu is the best governor in Nigeria. His visionary leadership has transformed...

  By oluwaseyi fadoro  The presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), Prince Adewole Adebayo, has condemned the violent attack on the presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), Omoyele Sowore, and members of his campaign team in Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State. Adebayo described the incident as an assault on democracy, freedom of expression and the constitutional right of citizens to peaceful assembly. He accused the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) of creating an atmosphere of political intimidation and stifling democratic participation through what he described as acts of violence and intolerance against opposition voices. The SDP presidential candidate made his position known in a press statement issued by the Chief Media and Communications Adviser of the Adebayo-Bugaje Presidential Campaign, Comrade Mark Adebayo. He said the attack demonstrated the ruling party's intolerance of opposing political views, stressing that democracy should be bu...

The Chief Executive Officer of Amen City Ltd, Sade Balogun, has joined the Lamai family in celebrating the wedding of their daughter to popular Nigerian Afrobeats artiste, Temidayo Omoniyi, better known as Zlatan Ibile. The wedding ceremony provided an opportunity for Balogun and the Amen Estate community to celebrate a significant family milestone while highlighting the importance of relationships and a strong sense of belonging among residents. According to Amen Estate, the occasion went beyond the celebration of a marital union, as it reflected the enduring relationships that can develop between a real estate company and families who choose to make its residential community their home. The Lamai family, who became residents of Amen Estate a few years ago, have since become part of the community, with their daughter's wedding representing one of the memorable milestones in their family journey. Balogun's presence at the celebration underscored Amen Estate's commitment to ...