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  As part of activities marking World Food Safety Day, MAGGI engaged stakeholders across its value chain through a series of immersive experiences designed to deepen understanding of the journey from ingredients to table and reinforce the collective responsibility required to uphold food quality and safety.The engagements brought together suppliers, distributors, consumers, journalists, and digital content creators, reflecting MAGGI's commitment to transparency and continuous stakeholder engagement. Through interactive sessions and firsthand experiences, participants gained valuable insights into the processes, partnerships, and standards that contribute to delivering quality products to millions of Nigerian households. During the engagements, suppliers explored MAGGI's quality requirements and manufacturing standards, while distributors were engaged on best practices in product handling, storage, and warehousing to help maintain product quality throughout the distribution chai...

  By oluwaseyi fadoro  Former Lagos State Governor and Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Babatunde Raji Fashola, will take centre stage at the 2026 Annual Law Week of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Ikeja Branch, where leading voices from the legal, political and business sectors are expected to examine issues surrounding governance, leadership and economic development. Speaking at a media briefing in Lagos, Chairman of the Law Week Planning Committee, Chukwudi Kachikwu Enebeli, SAN, disclosed that Fashola will deliver the keynote address during the opening plenary session. The former governor will speak on the topic, “Law, Leadership and the Ballot: Governance Beyond Politics,” drawing from his years of experience in public administration and policy implementation. The event, themed “Altering the Status Quo: Going Against the Norm,” will hold from June 19 to June 25 at the Lagos Marriott Hotel, Ikeja, and is expected to attract legal practitioners, government officials, b...

  The Democracy and Good Governance Watch Initiative (DGGWI) has congratulated the people of Ekiti State for the peaceful and orderly conduct of the gubernatorial election held on Saturday, June 20, 2026, while commending the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and security agencies for their roles in ensuring a successful exercise. In a press statement jointly signed by the organization's Executive Directors, Nelson Ekujumi, Popoola Ajayi, and Gbenga Soloki, the civil society group praised the maturity displayed by voters across the state throughout the electoral process. According to the statement, DGGWI observers deployed across the 16 local government areas of Ekiti State reported a generally peaceful atmosphere and orderly conduct by citizens at polling units. The organization urged residents to sustain the peaceful disposition until the electoral process is fully concluded with the official announcement and declaration of results by INEC in accordance with the la...

  By oluwaseyi fadoro  The Stakeholders in Nigeria's transportation sector have called on the Federal Government to fully embrace a multimodal transportation system as a strategic solution for achieving safer, more efficient, and sustainable transport across the country. The call was made on Wednesday at the Global Transport Policy (GTP) Annual Multimodal Roundtable held at Marriott Hotel, GRA Ikeja, Lagos, with the theme: "Transforming Nigeria's Transport System: Integrating Solutions for Safety, Efficiency and Sustainability." Delivering the keynote address, President and Chairman of Council, Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT), Dr. Boboye Oyeyemi, stressed the need for Nigeria to adopt an integrated transportation framework that effectively links road, rail, air, and maritime transport systems. According to him, embracing the multimodal transport concept would significantly reduce transportation costs and address existing challenges arising from p...

   Crime Free Lagos, a community advocacy group, has accused officers of the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Panti, Lagos, of allegedly frustrating the prosecution of a murder suspect, Ahmed Tajudeen Akanbi, by repeatedly failing to produce him before a magistrate court despite several court directives. In a statement issued on Thursday, the group expressed concern over what it described as a pattern of non-compliance with court orders regarding the suspect, who is currently in police custody following his reported apprehension by INTERPOL in Cotonou, Benin Republic. According to the group, Akanbi is required to appear before a Chief Magistrate Court in Ogba for committal proceedings and subsequent referral of the case to the High Court over allegations connected to the deaths of two individuals, identified as Sherif Salami, popularly known as Agboworin, and Prince Ademola Akinloye. Crime Free Lagos alleged that police officers responsible for the suspect's cus...

 .It is no longer just about specifications, storage size, or camera strength. Those things still matter, of course, but they are no longer the full story.  Increasingly, the phone someone carries is starting to reflect something else entirely.The way it looks, feels, fits in a hand, shows up in photos, and blends into daily life has become just as important as what it can technically do.Because today, your smartphone is not just a device.  It is part of your identity.That is the thinking behind the Infinix HOT 70, a lineup that leans heavily into colour, texture, and expression in a way that feels closer to fashion than traditional consumer electronics.And in many ways, it raises an interesting question: if your phone reflected you more closely, what would it say?If your phone reflected your personality…It would probably not look the same as everyone else’s. That idea sits at the centre of the HOT 70. Instead of treating design as something static, the lineup explores co...

. Rather than positioning innovation solely around performance metrics, the HOT 70 places greater emphasis on design, personalization, self-expression, and lifestyle. In doing so, it reflects a broader shift in the role smartphones play in people's identity .Today's smartphones are no longer simply communication devices. They have become constant companions, appearing in everything from social media content and work meetings to travel experiences and everyday interactions.  They are among the most visible personal items people own, sitting alongside fashion, music, and digital content as tools through which individuals express their identities. This is particularly true for younger consumers, who increasingly view technology as an extension of their personality rather than merely a functional tool. For this generation, the question is no longer just what a smartphone can do, but what it says about the person carrying it.It is against this backdrop that the HOT 70 enters the mar...

   The National Leader of the Oodua People’s Congress, OPC, Comrade Adesina Akinpelu, has congratulated Mr. Ajiboye Akande Sangogade, Personal Assistant to Chief Adebayo Adelabu, on the occasion of his birthday. Akinpelu, in a statement issued on Friday, described Akande as a “complete gentleman with high intellectual capacity” whose conduct reflects the best traditions of Yoruba culture and leadership. He noted that Akande’s loyalty and dedication to the political vision of his principal, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, have earned him respect across political and social circles in the state. According to the OPC leader, Akande has consistently demonstrated commitment to the progressive ideals championed by Chief Adelabu, contributing meaningfully to the growth of the political camp over the years. Akinpelu particularly acknowledged Akande’s “Omoluabi nature”, saying his humility, discipline, and sense of responsibility make him a role model for younger political aides and party membe...

 ‎ ‎ ‎Hon. Yusuf Adebisi, Deputy Chief Whip of the Oyo State House of Assembly and Member representing Ibadan South-West Constituency I, on Thursday paid an unscheduled inspection visit to the ongoing construction of a six-block classroom project facilitated to strengthen educational infrastructure and improve access to quality learning in the constituency. ‎ ‎The project, approved by Governor Seyi Makinde through the intervention of the Oyo State Better Education Service Delivery for All (BESDA)  is expected to fast-track the establishment of the first public secondary school in Ibadan South-West Constituency I. ‎ ‎During the inspection, Hon. Adebisi expressed satisfaction with the pace of work and commended Governor Makinde for prioritizing education and responding to the long-standing educational needs of residents of the constituency. ‎ ‎According to him, the classroom project represents a major milestone in the effort to expand educational opportunities for children withi...

  Union Bank’s Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer sat with 30 of Nigeria’s most promising young leaders for a frank conversation on character, relationships and the discipline of growth. Out of 25,000 applicants, only 30 earned a place. That single figure tells you how rare the room was when Yetunde B. Oni, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Union Bank of Nigeria, recently sat down with a cohort of the Lateef Jakande Leadership Academy. The Academy, a Lagos State Government initiative established in honour of Alhaji Lateef Kayode Jakande, the state’s first civilian governor, exists to raise a generation of ethical and capable young leaders. Its fellows are drawn from across professions, sectors and ethnicities, and shaped through a fellowship facilitated by the Africa Leadership Initiative, West Africa (ALI WA), whose work on values and principled leadership has become a quiet engine behind some of the country’s most thoughtful emerging talent. It was into ...

  The Executive Secretary, Health Facility Monitoring and Accreditation Agency (HEFAMAA), Dr Victoria Egunjobi, has called on all Lagosians to join hands with the Agency in stamping out quackery from the healthcare sector. Dr.Egunjobi , represented by Dr Olayinka Daniel,Director, Monitoring and Inspection,made the call during a one-day Awareness Campaign and Sensitisation Program organized by the Agency to enlighten the residents of Badagry on the responsibilities of HEFAMAA and the dangers inherent in patronising unqualified healthcare providers. She urged residents to always patronize health facilities displaying the HEFAMAA logo, which signifies that the facilities have been duly accredited and have met the required standards for operation. According to Dr.Egunjobi,"The essence of this programme is to enlighten residents of Badagry on the responsibilities of HEFAMAA, which include the monitoring, inspection, accreditation and licensing of health facilities.This is aimed at ensu...

Leading financial institution, Fidelity Bank Plc, has reaffirmed its commitment to sustainable social impact and economic inclusion through the empowerment of women and schoolchildren in Anambra State. The landmark intervention, held recently in Awka during the 2026 Fidelity Empowerment Programme, featured the distribution of 200 sewing and grinding machines to women entrepreneurs, N25 million in seed capital support, 1,500 food packs to vulnerable households, and 250 solar-powered school bags to schoolchildren. The initiative was implemented in partnership with Healthy Living with Nonye Soludo, a Non-Governmental Organisation led by the Wife of the Governor of Anambra State, Dr. Mrs. Nonye Soludo. Speaking at the event, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Fidelity Bank Plc, Dr. Nneka Onyeali-Ikpe, described the programme as a reflection of the Bank's enduring commitment to empowering individuals, strengthening communities, and creating opportunities for sustainabl...

As part of its ongoing commitment to youth empowerment, financial inclusion, and building a financially responsible generation, Polaris Bank Limited held an impactful Financial Literacy Day session at Community Day Secondary School, Tsaski Yan’albasa, in Charanchi Local Government Area of Katsina State. The event, which took place on June 9, 2026, formed part of the Bank’s activities to commemorate Global Money Week (GMW). The interactive session reached and impacted 90 students and 10 teachers, providing practical insights into savings, budgeting, responsible spending, banking essentials, financial goal-setting, peer influence, and informed decision-making from an early age. It forms part of Polaris Bank’s sustained participation in Global Money Week, a global campaign that equips pupils and young people with knowledge on money management, savings, entrepreneurship, literacy and economic citizenship, while supporting the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) financial and inclusion goals. T...

  By oluwaseyi fadoro   The Office of the Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Ogun State, has declined to prosecute Chief (Mrs.) Dorcas Adeyinka and Mr. Suraju Ashimiyu over the death of Ms. Folunsho Olayinka, leading to the formal discharge and dismissal of all criminal charges against them. The development followed a comprehensive review of the police investigation report, witness statements, exhibits, forensic findings, and medical evidence relating to the case. The duo had been charged by the Nigeria Police in Charge No. AB/46C/2025, dated October 8, 2025, with conspiracy under Section 516 of the Criminal Code and acceleration of death under Section 311 of the Criminal Code Law of Ogun State. However, as required for offences triable before the High Court, the case file was forwarded to the Ogun State Attorney-General for legal advice before arraignment. After an independent assessment of the evidence, the Attorney-General concluded that there was no basis ...

   The road to the 26th MILO Basketball Championship National Finals continued with the successful conclusion of the Atlantic Conference, the third regional conference of the championship, held at the Stephen Keshi Stadium, Asaba, Delta State, where St. Jude Girls Secondary School, Amarata, Bayelsa State, and King Amakree Academy, Rivers State, emerged champions in the girls’ and boys’ categories respectively. For 26 years, MILO has remained committed to youth development through school sports, using basketball as a platform to inspire discipline, teamwork, resilience and confidence among young people. This year, over 13,000 schools applied to participate in the MILO Basketball Championship nationwide, reflecting the continued growth and relevance of the platform. Nine schools in each category competed with passion and determination for a place at the National Finals, with only the regional champions advancing to the next stage of the competition. At the end of the contest, St...

  …Uplifts farmers with free farming inputs   Dangote Cement Plc, Ibese Plant has reinforced its commitment to food security and Sustainable Community development with the roll-out of its 2026 annual farmers’ empowerment initiative, providing free agricultural inputs and capacity-building training to farmers drawn from its 17 host communities.   The programme, which has become a cornerstone of the company’s social investment strategy, saw beneficiaries receive modern farming inputs alongside technical training aimed at improving crop yield, productivity, and income across the agricultural value chain with each of the 60 farmers receiving Three bags of 50kg NPK fertilizer; Two bags of Urea fertilizer; One Knapsack sprayer and Ten litres of Force-Up herbicide.   Welcoming the guests and beneficiaries, the Plant Director, Ayyagari Subbaraidu emphasized that the programme was designed not only to support local farmers but to build a sustainable agricultural ecosystem wit...

  By oluwaseyi fadoro   Proceedings in the case involving the principal suspect in the alleged murder of two prominent sons of the Ajiran community in Eti-Osa Local Government Area of Lagos State were adjourned on Tuesday after the defendant, Hammed Tajudeen, failed to appear before the court. The matter came up before Justice Owolabi Ilori at the Lagos High Court. Counsel to the defendant informed the court that Tajudeen was unable to attend the hearing because he was receiving medical treatment in a hospital. During the proceedings, the prosecution counsel urged the court to ensure that every necessary step was taken to bring the defendant before the court. Speaking with journalists after the hearing, defence counsel, Barrister Adedotun Ajulo, explained that at the previous sitting, the case had been adjourned for legal advice from the Directorate of Public Prosecutions (DPP). According to Ajulo, the DPP's advice is now ready, but his client remains ill and could not at...

  By oluwaseyi fadoro  The Centre for Human and Socio-Economic Rights (CHSR) has urged the Lagos State House of Assembly to exercise restraint in handling petitions related to the ongoing prosecution of suspects accused of murdering two indigenes of the Ajiran community in Eti-Osa Local Government Area of Lagos State. In a petition dated June 15, 2026, and addressed to the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Ajayi Obasa, the civil society organisation called on lawmakers to avoid actions that could undermine the judicial process and instead support the pursuit of justice. The petition, signed by CHSR President, Comrade Alex Omotehinse, was titled, “Petition on the Need for Urgent Legislative Intervention in the Ongoing Trial of Murder Case Involving Ajiran Community Indigenes.” According to CHSR, its intervention was prompted by a separate petition reportedly submitted to the Assembly by the Centre for Citizens Rights Protection (CCRP), concerning ...

  For years, smartphone innovation has largely followed a familiar playbook: better cameras, faster processors, larger batteries, and incremental software improvements. While these advancements remain important, they have also created a challenge for manufacturers.  How do you stand out when everyone is improving in the same areas?With the launch of the HOT 70 Series, Infinix is attempting to answer that question through a combination of design innovation, AI-driven experiences, and long-term durability. Rather than competing solely on specifications, the company is introducing a device that seeks to differentiate itself through interaction and personalization.At the centre of the strategy is Dynamic Shine Design, a new design language that introduces an industry-first lineup of colourways, including the headline-grabbing Thermo Orange edition, a smartphone that physically changes colour in response to temperature.Beyond Aesthetic Design The HOT 70's Thermo Orange variant is p...