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  By oluwaseyi fadoro  The political landscape of Lagos State received a significant boost on Monday with the official inauguration of the Independent Campaign Group (ICG) spearheaded by Dr. Abdul-Azeez Olajide Adediran, popularly known as JANDOR, to rally support for All Progressives Congress (APC) candidates in the forthcoming Local Government elections. The ceremony, held in Lagos, marked the unveiling of a self-funded, grassroots-driven initiative aimed at mobilizing voters across all 377 wards and 57 Local Government Areas and Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs) in the state. Gracing the event as the special guest was the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) , Her Excellency Princess Adejoke Orelope-Adefulire , who formally inaugurated the group. In his remarks, JANDOR emphasized that the initiative is not just a political movement, but a mission to deepen grassroots development and strengthen democratic engagement at...

  By oluwaseyi fadoro  The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has unveiled the findings of its Regulatory Impact Assessment (RIA) on Subsidiary Legislation 2024 , marking a major milestone in its ongoing efforts to modernize and streamline regulations in the nation’s telecommunications sector. The presentation, held in Abuja, was part of the Commission’s drive to ensure transparency, accountability, and inclusivity in its rulemaking processes. The RIA assessed the efficiency, relevance, and impact of key subsidiary legislations covering licensing, SIM registration, subscriber management, spectrum trading, enforcement procedures, and infrastructure sharing. Speaking during the unveiling, the NCC’s Executive Vice Chairman (EVC), Dr. Aminu Maida , said the assessment aligns with the Commission’s strategic focus on three core pillars— consumers, licensees and market dynamics, and government objectives . “It goes without mention that the Commission places consumers at th...

    The Oyo State Head of Service, Mrs Olubunmi Oni, mni on Friday directed all  Civil/Public Servants of Oyo State to visit the Oyo State Secretariat Staff Clinic at the back of the Ministry of Works and PublicTransport, State Secretariat, Ibadan for free medical out reach.  In a statement issued and signed in Ibadan by her Media Officer, Mr. Abiodun Atilola said the Medical Outreach will feature blood pressure tests, blood sugar tests, and other essential health screening exercises.  The statement  requested them to come very early to ensure accurate test results, noting that. "If you are already on medication, please come with  your food and medication ." The Head of Service said All Civil/Public Servants are encouraged to participate in this medical outreach. "We urge you to note the details of this circular and comply accordingly." The Secretary to the Oyo State Government, Professor Olanike Adeyemo, informed the Head of Service  that the arr...

The National Association of Government Approved Freight Forwarders (NAGAFF) has taken a significant step towards upgrading its headquarters, following a generous donation by its Deputy National President, Dr. Segun Musa. In a bid to accommodate the growing number of members, particularly young freight forwarders, Dr. Musa has donated 50 chairs and 15 tables to enhance the functionality of the association’s administrative centre. The move comes amidst a surge in membership within the Western Zone, which now boasts over 5,000 registered members across Lagos, Ogun, Oyo, Ondo, and Kogi states. The donation is seen as a timely intervention to support the association’s growing operations and to improve working conditions at the headquarters. In addition to Dr. Musa’s donation, other prominent stakeholders have stepped forward to contribute to the ongoing revitalization efforts. Chief Amuluonyenago Abateghete has committed to restructuring and upgrading the two public toilets at the headqu...

  The Lagos State Government, through the Lagos State Primary Health Care Board (LSPHCB) in collaboration with its development partners, has flagged off the second round of the National Immunization Plus Days (NIPDs) across all Local Government Areas (LGAs) and Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs), with the official ceremony held in Epe LGA Secretariat. Speaking at the flag-off, the First Lady of Lagos State, Dr. (Mrs.) Claudiana Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, represented by Chief Mrs. Oluwatoyin Badejo emphasized that the health and development of children are pivotal to the future of any society. She noted that the present administration remains unwavering in its commitment to child health, and its efforts continue to yield positive results. “We have witnessed a transformative journey in our healthcare sector, one that has significantly improved maternal and child health indicators in Lagos State. Our government has made substantial investments in healthcare infrastructure, equipping hosp...

 * By Tofunmi Adeniji When prophets speak about someone, it’s always better for the recipient to listen with an open mind, try to think about the reason behind such words, seek clarifications where necessary, and even speak to the prophet if necessary, because they don’t just speak without seeing anything. Unfortunately, many people get it wrong and resort to counterattacks as though prophets are troublemakers. Whenever a prophecy doesn’t favour them, they quickly employ media agents to speak ill of the prophet, even as far as lying against them. They automatically assume the position of an antagonist against a prophet who innocently gave a word of knowledge, but in the end, that very thing they abused the prophet for ends up coming to pass. They end up as bad losers. This is the situation of the APC National Chairman, Umar Ganduje, who has submitted his resignation letter in what seems like a sudden development. Although he gave reasons like health concerns but many political acto...

 * In life, some people have crawled so that others may walk, some have walked so that others may run, and some have run so that others may fly. There is nothing that exists that doesn’t have a beginning, and in the beginning, there were people who held the fort for others to enjoy today. In the prophetic realm of Nigeria today, Primate Theophilus Olabayo of the Evangelical Church of Yahweh Worldwide is that one person who gave so many prophets we see today the courage to delve into several things. His ministry and personality, which many observe from afar, is the reason we have fearless prophets still operating in the country—prophets who don’t mind saying the truth to power regardless of the consequences. Without Primate Olabayo, many of them whom we see today may still be hiding behind the four corners of their churches. Now the Big Question: Where Is Primate Theophilus Olabayo? For the newbies or Gen Zs who have not come across Primate Olabayo, permit me to take a deep dive int...

Lagos, Nigeria – Ahead of the Africa Social Impact Summit (ASIS) 2025, scheduled for July 10 and 11 in Lagos, co-conveners Sterling One Foundation and the United Nations in Nigeria held a high-level press briefing at the United Nations House in Abuja.  The event brought together development partners, policymakers, and the media to outline expectations for the upcoming summit and reflect on Africa’s role in defining local responses to global challenges. Since its launch in 2022, ASIS has grown into a key platform for regional development collaboration. From eight founding partners, the summit now brings together over 40 institutions working across climate, healthcare, education, finance, governance, and digital inclusion. This expansion points to a growing shift: African institutions are pushing to set the agenda, not wait to be handed one. The 2025 summit, themed “Scaling Action for the SDGs: Bold Solutions for Climate Resilience and Policy Innovation,”will focus on strengthening s...

The Cable NG reports that the market capitalisation of Fidelity Bank has crossed the N1 trillion mark as the share value of the company appreciated by 1.27 percent at the close of trading. According data from the Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX), the bank’s market capitalisation hit N1 trillion after its share price rose from N19.75 on Tuesday to N20 on Wednesday. The increase moved the company’s valuation from N991.6 billion to N1 trillion. With the development, Fidelity Bank joins the list of financial institutions with a market capitalisation of over N1 trillion. The companies are Zenith Bank, Access Bank, United Bank of Africa (UBA), Guaranty Trust Bank  (GTB), and First Bank. On May 21, Nneka Onyeali-Ikpe, the managing director (MD) and chief executive officer (CEO) of Fidelity Bank, acquired an additional 18 million shares in the bank. Two days later, Onyeali-Ikpe bought additional 2 million units of shares in the bank. According to a regulatory filing on the NGX, the shares wer...

  ...Describes him as symbol of progressive governance LAGOS — Leading revenue administration and consulting firm, Alpha-Beta Consulting LLP, has joined millions of Lagosians and well-wishers across the country in celebrating the 60th birthday of the Executive Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu. In a congratulatory message released on Tuesday, June 25, and signed by its Group Managing Director, Barrister Akinsanya Doherty, the firm lauded Governor Sanwo-Olu’s visionary leadership, describing him as a “symbol of progressive governance, innovation, and resilience.” “Governor Sanwo-Olu’s six years in office have witnessed significant strides in infrastructure development, digital innovation, healthcare delivery, and fiscal reform. His commitment to building a Greater Lagos has set a benchmark for transformational leadership,” the statement noted. Alpha-Beta Consulting, which has maintained a long-standing partnership with the Lagos State Government in revenue opti...

 * * *Provost Commends Stakeholders* The Oyo State College of Health Science and Technology (OYSCHEST), Eleyele, Ibadan, has successfully conducted its first batch of Computer-Based Test (CBT) Entrance Examinations for the 2025/2026 academic session. The Provost, Pharmacist Oluyemisi Oyewo, expressed satisfaction with the smooth and peaceful conduct of the exercise, commending the Admission Committee for a job well done. She also applauded the candidates for adhering to the rules and encouraged other qualified applicants to apply online or visit the College ICT Centre, as additional batches of the examination will be conducted. The Admission Officer, Pastor Olugbemiga Makinde, appreciated the College Management for providing the necessary logistics and a conducive environment. He explained that candidates were tested in Basic Sciences, General Knowledge, Current Affairs, and English Language. He noted that the CBT was designed to select the best candidates, who would then proceed t...

    The first phase of Glo Skillbridge programme, a skills training initiative of Glo Foundation for sweepers of the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), began in various locations in Lagos last week. The programme is meant to equip staff of LAWMA with soft skills which will enable them have more streams of income and bridge income gaps. At a special day held recently in celebration of LAWMA staff and sweepers in Lagos, the Foundation had announced  plans for an empowerment and skills acquisition programme for the sweepers. These include Fashion Designing, Bead Making, Baking and other vocational trainings. The scheme took off last week with about 150 selected sweepers being trained in Fashion, Bead Making, Baking and Digital skills at partner training centres across Lagos. Some of the beneficiaries of the programmes expressed happiness for the opportunity created for them. Glo Foundation, in a statement released over the weekend, expressed joy at the progress the tr...

* The Oyo State Government in collaboration with the United Nations' Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has commissioned newly completed solar-powered boreholes and toilet facilities at Egbeda, Ona Ara, and Ibarapa East Local Government Areas of Oyo State to improve sanitation and hygiene. While commissioning the projects, the Chairman, Oyo State Rural Water Supply and Sanitation Agency, Alhaji Babalola Afobaje, emphasized the importance of the projects in advancing the health and socioeconomic well-being of rural dwellers.  He said his agency and UNICEF are committed to expanding access to clean water and improving sanitation infrastructure in rural and peri-urban communities. Afobaje explained that the facilities were constructed under a joint initiative by the Oyo State Government and UNICEF, aimed at delivering sustainable and inclusive water and sanitation services.  Alhaji Afobaje reiterated that the commissioning is just one milestone in an ongoing effort to expand water and sani...

 * Fidelity Bank Plc, one of Nigeria’s top-tier financial institutions, has promoted 376 employees following its recently concluded annual performance review exercise. This represents approximately 12% of the bank’s workforce, underscoring its management’s deep appreciation for the pivotal role played by staff in recoding the highest growth by percentage volumes in the banking industry with  210% increase in its Profit Before Tax (PBT) which grew from N124.3 billion in 2023 to N385.2 billion in 2024. The announcement, which was recently communicated internally, comes on the heels of a 20% across-the-board salary increase implemented in June 2025—a gesture that reflects the bank’s commitment to staff welfare. It is worth noting that this follows a similar salary adjustment carried out in November 2024. Under the leadership of Dr. Nneka Onyeali-Ikpe, Fidelity Bank has consistently outperformed market expectations. In 2024, the bank recorded the highest share price growth of 116%...

    Governor Charles Soludo's government has decided to construct a rehabilitation centre at Nibo, Awka, to address the state's mental health issues for the people of Anambra State. The decision was reached at the 12th meeting of the Anambra State Executive Council (ANSEC) held at the new government house called the Light House, Awka.   According to the State's Commissioner for Information, Law Mefor, the move will allow those who leave the state's asylums to access rehabilitation facilities that provide all the services they need to fully heal before returning to their families and communities.   Mefor stated that the initiative aligns with Governor Soludo's healthcare service delivery to the people of the state, to keep them healthy, and this includes their mental well-being. As part of his free healthcare services to pregnant women in the state, Soludo has approved the contract for the supply of routine antenatal medicines and associated services for the state...

    Reports published by Sahara Reporters on June 25 claimed that Fidelity Bank’s MD, Dr. Nneka Onyeali-Ikpe was a party to an ongoing case involving fraud on Woobs Resources account with the bank.   This is however not true. The charge sheet dated 12 May 2025 (sighted by this reporter) stated that the Defendants in the suit were Victor Ukutt, Esq, Fidelity Bank Plc, Whoba Ugwunna Ogo and Safiya Whoba.   It will be recalled that the Office of the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice issued a press release on 9 June 2025 explaining that Dr. Onyeali-Ikpe’s name was struck off the charge as she was neither the account officer nor the Managing Director of the Bank when the account used in the alleged scheme of fraud was opened.

* Dr. Abdul-Azeez Olajide Adediran (JANDOR), former Lagos PDP governorship candidate and Lead Visioner of the Lagos4Lagos Movement celebrates the Executive Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, and the Chief of Staff to the President, Rt. Hon. Olufemi Hakeem Gbajabiamila, on the ocassion of their birthday today, 25th June 2025. JANDOR extolls the leadership qualities and dedication of both leaders in their respective roles in governance and public service. He describes Governor Sanwo-Olu as a focused and pragmatic leader whose commitment to the progress of Lagos State is evident. He lauds the governor for his resilience, humility, and inclusive approach to leadership. JANDOR also celebrates Rt. Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, acknowledging his contributions to national development and the stability of democratic governance in Nigeria. He commended the former Speaker of the House of Representatives for his deep intellect, diplomatic skill, and unwavering service to the countr...

  Photo caption: L-R: Co-President, Ashoka Africa, Angelou Ezeilo; Divisional Head, Product Development, Fidelity Bank Plc, Osita Ede; Team Lead, Retail Banking, Fidelity Bank Plc, Onyeka Kurume; Winners, Changemaker Idea Pitch-A-Thon, Abule-Eko Community Junior Grammar School Pupils, District 2, Ikorodu Lagos; their Teacher, Alabi Felix; Project Coach, Opeoluwa Jamiu; Branch Leader, Fidelity Bank Plc, Festac, Ethel Genesis; and Regional Director, Ashoka Anglophone, West Africa, Josephine Nzerem; at the Ashoka Young Changemakers Festival in Lagos recently. As part of its commitment to youth empowerment and social impact, leading financial institution, Fidelity Bank Plc has partnered with Ashoka, a global network of social entrepreneurs, to provide financial support and mentorship to young innovators across Nigeria. Speaking at the 2025 Ashoka Young Changemakers Festival in Lagos, the Divisional Head, Product Development at Fidelity Bank, Osita Ede, reaffirmed the Bank’s dedication ...

  Environmental activists and climate change advocates seized the opportunity of a webinar hosted by Unity Bank to call for urgent and coordinated action to tackle Nigeria’s growing plastic pollution crisis, describing it as one of the greatest environmental threats facing the country today. The call was made at the event marking this year’s World Environment Day facilitated by Unity Bank’s Sustainability Team to fashion out innovative strategies to curb plastic pollution in Nigeria in line with this year’s global theme: “Ending Plastic Pollution.” In his remarks, Mr. Usman Abdulkadir, Executive Director, Risk Management, Unity Bank Plc, reaffirmed the Bank’s commitment to sustainability, adding that issues like plastic pollution carry deep risk implications for businesses and communities. “Environmental degradation is increasingly a business risk, not just a corporate social concern,” Mr. Abdulkadir stated. “We must all begin to view environmental stewardship as a duty that cuts a...

  Mobile Clinics, Free Medical Outreach, and Maternity Care Reach Over 1,000 Families in 2025 “Month of Good” Initiative BetKing, a leading sports betting and entertainment brand, is proud to announce the successful completion of its 2025 employee-led CSR initiative, BetKing Cares, themed "Month of Good." The month-long campaign, held from May 17th to June 17th, delivered vital support in healthcare, nutrition, and maternal wellbeing to communities across Lagos, Osun, Abia, and Bayelsa states. This year, the initiative expanded its reach and impact by deploying mobile clinics to underserved areas. These mobile health units provided on-the-spot medical consultations, screenings, and treatment, ensuring accessibility to quality healthcare even in hard-to-reach locations. A key focus of the 2025 campaign was maternal health. At the Iga Idungaran Primary Health Centre in Adeniji, Lagos Island, and other PHCs across the states, over 500 pregnant women received prenatal care, essen...

  The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos State has issued a stern directive mandating all chairmen of the 57 Local Government Areas (LGAs) and Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs) in the state to immediately relocate to their respective domains if they currently reside elsewhere. The party warned that failure to comply will attract severe sanctions. This decision was announced on Tuesday by the Lagos State APC Chairman, Hon. Cornelius Ojelabi, during a Stakeholders’ Special Engagement with Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu. The meeting, held in preparation for the 2025 council elections scheduled for July 12, 2025, brought together key party stakeholders to deliberate on strategies for effective grassroots governance. Ojelabi emphasised that council chairmen who reside outside the areas they govern often lose touch with the realities and developmental needs of their constituents. He stated that such absentee leadership hampers development and denies residents the dividends of...

  In a renewed push to enhance safety on the Lagos inland waterways, the Lagos State Waterways Authority (LASWA) has partnered with the Maritime Organisation of West and Central Africa (MOWCA) and Interferry Association, a leading international ferry safety body. The collaborative effort was unveiled on Monday during a facility tour of Lagos waterways assets, where the General Manager of LASWA, Mr. Damilola Emmanuel, hosted a delegation from MOWCA and Interferry as well as members of the Transportation Correspondents Association of Nigeria (TCAN). Addressing the delegation, Mr. Emmanuel highlighted the significance of the partnership, noting that it would enable Lagos to leverage global best practices in ferry safety. “Ferry safety is very important to inland waterways operations. When MOWCA approached Lagos State to host a ferry safety conference, the Lagos State Government gladly accepted, knowing the potential to further improve safety standards,” Emmanuel said. He emphasi...

  By Tosin Adefeko The world is saturated with news, hot takes, and highlight reels, but very little of it feels real. In all that noise, it’s the stories that sound like us, look like us, and reflect what we’ve actually lived that truly cut through. Stories that connect, not perform. That’s what podcasting offers in a time when so much content is designed to be consumed, not felt. And here in Nigeria, that need for connection is even more urgent. We’re navigating a lot; culturally, politically, economically. But beneath the headlines and the data points are everyday people who want to be heard. People with stories that don’t make the front page but shape the way we understand ourselves. That’s what podcasts are holding space for: truth-telling, memory-keeping, and community-building. All through voice. At The Muvmnt Studio, storytelling is the foundation of everything we do. It’s how we connect people, communities, and culture. As strategic communications consultants, we have alwa...

n Leading financial institution, Fidelity Bank Plc has reaffirmed its commitment to corporate social responsibility with the donation of food and essential items to the Old People’s Home in Yaba, Lagos.   The donation was made possible through the generosity of the bank’s Nexus Inductees Class, under its Corporate Social Responsibility initiative known as the Fidelity Helping Hands Programme (FHHP).   Through the FHHP, staff across Fidelity Bank branches nationwide identify crucial interventions needed in their immediate community and raise funds to execute them. The bank’s management then matches this contribution with an equal amount and disburses it for the selected project.   Commenting on the donation, Divisional Head, Brand and Communications, Fidelity Bank Plc, Dr Meksley Nwagboh, emphasized the bank’s unwavering commitment to impacting its host communities positively noting that the community is an essential part of the bank success story.   “Today’s donation...