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 * By Franca Isaac A few days ago, it was announced that renowned Nigerian prophet, Primate Elijah Ayodele, will launch the 32nd edition of his annual prophecy book, Warnings To The Nations, in July. The prophecy book is certainly not new to anyone familiar with Primate Ayodele's ministry. This is not another introduction to Warnings To The Nations, as it has already established itself as a globally recognized prophetic publication. However, it is important to remind everyone—especially presidents, government officials, and world leaders—that this divine publication deserves to be taken more seriously. History has shown that many leaders often ignore God's warnings. Even when they acknowledge that a prophet has been divinely sent, they still fail to pay attention to the messages delivered through him. Warnings To The Nations is not a publication that should be dismissed, as doing so may come at a great cost. Although Warnings To The Nations is presented as a book, booklet, or d...

  London, United Kingdom – June 30, 2026: For many children, the biggest barrier to success is not talent; it is access. Across parts of Nigeria and other underserved communities, the absence of basic educational resources continues to limit what is possible for thousands of young people. Access Bank UK Polo Day has, over the years, positioned itself as a platform designed to address that gap. Scheduled for July 4, 2026, in Windsor, the event will convene a global audience of business leaders, philanthropists, royalty, and high-net-worth individuals. While it remains one of the most anticipated fixtures on the social calendar, its focus is clear: to mobilise resources and partnerships that support education for vulnerable children. What sets the Polo Day apart is how it converts visibility into impact. The event brings together a network of influence and directs it towards practical outcomes, funding classrooms, supporting learning programmes, and enabling children to stay in schoo...

Leading financial institution, Fidelity Bank Plc, has reaffirmed its commitment to youth empowerment, financial inclusion and entrepreneurship through a strategic partnership with the Youth Economic Intervention and De-radicalization Programme (YEIDEP), a Federal Government-backed initiative designed to equip young Nigerians with the skills, support and opportunities required to build sustainable livelihoods. As part of the collaboration, Fidelity Bank is supporting the enrolment of students and young people into the YEIDEP programme, which aims to address youth unemployment, promote enterprise development and expand economic participation among Nigeria's growing youth population. The next phase of the initiative will take place at Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, where the institution has confirmed its readiness to host the enrolment exercise for students and youths across the Southeast region. According to the Office of the Vice Chancellor, the exercise is scheduled to hold from ...

Following months of competition involving more than 13,000 secondary schools across Nigeria, MILO has unveiled the twelve schools that will compete at the National Finals of the 26th MILO School Basketball  Championship (MSBC), reaffirming its long-standing commitment to using sport as a platform to help young people build confidence, resilience, discipline and leadership. Since its launch in 1999, the MILO School Basketball Championship has grown into one of  Nigeria's longest-running grassroots sports development initiatives. What began with fewer than 500 participating schools has evolved into a national platform that reaches over 13,000 secondary schools annually,  creating opportunities for young athletes to develop both their sporting abilities and the life skills needed to succeed beyond the basketball court.  The twelve finalist schools emerged after qualifying competitions across the Savannah, Central, Atlantic and Western Conferences. Six boys' teams and si...

    Interswitch, one of Africa's leading integrated payments and digital commerce companies, has been inducted as a founding corporate supporter of the Professor Albert Alos Endowed Chair in Strategic Management, Lagos Business School's (LBS) first endowed chair, reinforcing its long-standing commitment to advancing leadership, knowledge creation and institutional excellence across Africa.     Established ahead of Professor Albert Alos' 87th birthday in September 2026, the landmark initiative honours his enduring contributions to management education and is dedicated to advancing Africa-focused research, strengthening faculty leadership, fostering thought leadership, and developing the next generation of responsible business leaders who will drive Africa's growth on the global stage.     Having transformed Africa's payments landscape through innovation and technology for more than two decades, Interswitch believes that sustainable economic progress depends ...

  The Lagos State Government has announced plans to send selected Youth Ambassadors to the prestigious Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy in Singapore for a leadership and governance study tour aimed at equipping young leaders with global knowledge, innovative ideas, and practical public policy skills. The study tour, scheduled to take place from July 6 to July 15, 2026, was unveiled during a press conference organised by the Ministry of Youth and Social Development. The initiative is designed to nurture a new generation of visionary and responsible leaders capable of contributing to the continued growth and transformation of Lagos State. Speaking at the briefing, the Commissioner for Youth and Social Development, Mobolaji Abubakre Ogunlende, said the programme demonstrates the state government's commitment to youth empowerment, leadership development, and international exposure for young Lagosians. According to him, participants will engage with global best practices in public p...

    The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has been ranked among the top three best-performing Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) of the Federal Government in the 2026 Public Service Reforms Performance Assessment conducted by the Bureau of Public Service Reforms (BPSR).   In the latest Public Service Reforms Performance Assessment, the Commission was ranked third overall, following a comprehensive evaluation across key reform indicators, including the Self-Assessment Tool (SAT), Freedom of Information (FOI) Compliance Score, Fiscal Transparency and Integrity Index, and official website performance metrics.   In the ranking, the Nigerian Investment Promotion Commission (NIPC) and Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC) came first and second, respectively. The institutional ranking, conducted across all MDAs of the Federal Government, recognises MDAs that have distinguished themselves in advancing public service reforms and delivering excellence in se...

Lagos, Nigeria – Union Bank, in partnership with the Nigerian Conservation Foundation (NCF), commemorated the 2026 World Environment Day with a symposium at the Lekki Conservation Centre in Lagos, calling for stronger collaboration to confront climate change, advance conservation and equip young people to lead a more sustainable future. The gathering brought Union Bank together with leading stakeholders for frank discussions on environmental sustainability, climate action and shared responsibility, in keeping with this year's World Environment Day theme, "Inspired by Nature. For Climate. For Our Future." The conversation reflected a growing global consensus, captured in Sustainable Development Goal 13 on climate action and Sustainable Development Goal 17 on partnerships, that no single institution can meet the climate challenge alone. Delivering her goodwill message, Union Bank’s Chief Brand and Marketing Officer, Mrs. Olufunmilola Aluko, urged businesses to match their c...

  Oyo state political climate witnessed a major realignment on Thursday as the governorship candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM), Hon. Bimbo Adekambi, and the party's candidate for the Oluyole Federal Constituency seat in the House of Representatives, Engr. Akeem Olatunji, formally received scores of defectors from the All Progressives Congress (APC), Accord and the African Democratic Congress (ADC) into the party. The colourful event, which took place at Olomi area of Oluyole Local Government, also had party leaders, traditional rulers, religious leaders, market stakeholders, women groups and supporters from across the local government in attendance. The development according to party faithful at the event reflect what they described as the growing influence of the APM ahead of forthcoming local government and general elections in the state. The defectors, who arrived in large numbers dressed in branded T-shirts, pledged their loyalty to the APM and expressed confidence ...

  The Senatorial Candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SPD) for Delta Central, Hon. Gowin Ikuru, has extended warm birthday felicitations to the Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on the occasion of his 61st birthday. In a goodwill message, Ikuru described Governor Sanwo-Olu as one of the best-performing governors in Nigeria, commending his leadership style and developmental strides in Lagos State. He noted that the governor's commitment to good governance, infrastructural development, and the welfare of the people has earned him admiration across the country. Hon. Ikuru used the occasion to pray for Governor Sanwo-Olu, asking God to grant him good health, divine wisdom, strength, and many more fruitful years in service to the nation. " I join millions of Nigerians in celebrating Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on his 61st birthday. He is one of the performing governors in Nigeria, and I pray that God Almighty will continue to preserve him, bless him with sound healt...

  The Oyo State Head of Service, Dr. (Mrs) Adenike Fashina mni, has called on Civil/Public Servants across the State to uphold the core values of integrity, transparency, punctuality and professionalism in service delivery.  She made this call while addressing staff members from the Office of the Head of Service held at the HOS conference room, Secretariat, Ibadan, where she commended Permanent Secretaries, Directors, others  for their performance on duty. She emphasized strict compliance with Civil Service rules and regulations, stressing the importance of confidentiality in handling official documents, just as she urged workers to embrace modest dressing, promptness, accountability and strong sense of duty, noting that every file processed in the system affects individuals and families livelihood. The Head of Service encouraged continuous training and knowledge sharing among officers to improve efficiency, while acknowledging ongoing efforts to address challenges such a...

  L-R: The Technical Assistant to the Senior Special Assistant to the President on SDGs, Dr. Bala Yusuf Yunusa, the Permanent Secretary, Office of Sustainable Development Goals, Mrs. Kaphayah Olayemi Sarumi, the Head of the Ethiopian Delegation, Mr. Solomon Tesfasilassie and the Director, Budget, Ministry of Economy Planning and Budget, Mr. Olufemi Orojimi during an exchange visit to Lagos on Nigeria’s Integrated National Financing Framework (INFF) Implementation at the Lagos House, Alausa, Ikeja. The Lagos State Government, through the Office of Sustainable Development Goals (OSDGs), has hosted a high-level delegation from Ethiopia on a sub-national exchange visit aimed at strengthening collaboration on sustainable development financing and the implementation of Nigeria’s Integrated National Financing Framework (INFF). The visit, which brought together development financing and economic planning experts from both countries, focused on sharing best practices, fostering partnerships...

  The Lagos State Government has hosted a high-level delegation from Ethiopia as part of efforts to strengthen collaboration on sustainable development financing and the implementation of Nigeria’s Integrated National Financing Framework (INFF). The delegation, which visited through the Office of Sustainable Development Goals (OSDGs), participated in a sub-national exchange programme designed to promote knowledge sharing and foster partnerships on innovative financing strategies for sustainable development. Speaking at the event, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Sustainable Development Goals, Dr. Oreoluwa Finnih, represented by the Permanent Secretary, Office of SDGs, Mrs. Kaphayah Olayemi Sarumi, highlighted the importance of peer learning and strategic cooperation among African nations in addressing development financing challenges. She noted that Lagos State remains committed to prudent fiscal management, innovative financing mechanisms, and strategic partnerships that sup...

  By oluwaseyi fadoro  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 came up on Thursday before the Lagos High Court, Igboosere, Lagos. The matter was heard in Court 8 before Justice Abdul-Raheem Muyideen. Speaking with journalists after the proceedings, counsel to the defendant, Barrister Adedotun Ajulo, raised concerns over his client's health condition. According to him, the defence team was only informed on Wednesday that the defendant would be produced in court on Thursday. Ajulo stated that the defendant was brought to court in an ambulance and was reportedly on oxygen support at the time of his appearance. He further noted that the courtroom is located on the second floor of the court building and alleged that there was no lift or other facility to ease the movement of the defendant given his medical condition. Despite the concerns raised by the defence, the co...

  Pocari Sweat, the globally recognized ion supply drink brand, has unveiled Nigerian medical doctor, entrepreneur, wellness advocate, and BBNaija star, Faith Adewale, as its newest brand ambassador The partnership marks a significant milestone for Adewale, whose influence continues to grow across healthcare, lifestyle, entrepreneurship, and media.  Known for combining professional expertise with a relatable public persona, Faith has built a reputation as a strong advocate for healthy living and personal wellbeing, making him a natural fit for a brand centered on hydration and wellness. While many Nigerians first encountered him through Big Brother Naija, Faith has continued to distinguish himself beyond reality television. As a trained medical professional, he has consistently used his platform to promote healthier lifestyles, educate audiences on wellness-related issues, and encourage intentional living among young people. The new ambassadorial role reflects a shared commitm...

  In a significant demonstration of its commitment to the development of education and community empowerment, Fidelity Bank Plc has donated back-to-school packs to school pupils in Plateau State. The intervention, which took place in Jos, saw over 600 randomly selected pupils drawn from all 17 Local Government Areas of the state benefit from the bank’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative. Each pupil received a school bag containing exercise books, writing materials, a mathematical set, and a water bottle, in a gesture designed to support their learning journey and encourage academic excellence. The initiative was facilitated by staff of Fidelity Bank’s University of Jos Branch, reflecting the bank’s culture of giving back to the communities it serves through the Fidelity Helping Hands Programme (FHHP), a key feature of the bank’s CSR strategy. Through the programme, staff identify impactful community projects and raise funds to support them, while the bank’s management...

  Nestlé Nigeria, working alongside coalition partners, has completed the 2026 World Environment Day community sensitization and clean-up campaign across 12 locations nationwide, bringing together volunteers, communities and stakeholders in coordinated action to support environmental stewardship and responsible waste management. Speaking on the initiative, Victoria Uwadoka, Lead Corporate Communications, Corporate Affairs and Sustainability, Nestlé Nigeria, said: “Environmental progress is most sustainable when communities see themselves as active participants rather than observers. What encouraged us most this year was not only the volume of waste recovered, but the willingness of volunteers, partners and community members to work together towards a shared goal. Lasting environmental progress depends on that sense of collective ownership, and it is often through small actions taken together that meaningful change begins.” Through the efforts of 424 volunteers across the 12 locatio...

  The Chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in Lagos State and Executive Secretary of the Nigeria Christian Pilgrims Commission, Bishop Victor Adegbite, has defended the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and cautioned religious leaders against making statements capable of creating division and tension in the country. Speaking on recent comments reportedly made by former CAN President, Pastor Ayo Oritsejafor, Bishop Adegbite said the Christian body in Nigeria does not support statements that could undermine national unity or create unnecessary political tension. According to him, Christian leaders must exercise caution and responsibility in their public comments, especially as the nation gradually approaches another election season. "We met last week in Abuja and there is nothing to support the kind of statements being attributed to some church leaders. We must fear God in whatever we do. Nigeria belongs to all of us, and we must work for peace and stab...

Fidelity Bank Plc has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Nigeria's economic diversification agenda through capacity building and export development, as it hosted the 19th edition of its Export Management Programme (EMP) at the Lagos Business School (LBS), Ajah, Lagos recently. Tagged EMP 19, the programme is an intense hands-on export management workshop, organized as a partnership between Fidelity Bank, Lagos Business School and Nigerian Export Promotion Council, brought together entrepreneurs, professionals, regulators and aspiring exporters for intensive training designed to equip participants with the knowledge, skills and networks required to compete successfully in international markets. Speaking at the closing ceremony, Divisional Head, Export and Agriculture, Fidelity Bank Plc, Isaiah Ndukwe, said the bank remains focused on empowering Nigerian businesses to leverage emerging opportunities under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) and expand the country...

By oluwaseyi fadoro  The Chairman of Agbado Oke-Odo Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Mayor Abiodun Jimoh Isola Ejigbadero, on Monday honoured and celebrated 20 pensionable staff members who retired from active public service in 2025, describing them as worthy ambassadors whose years of dedication contributed significantly to the growth and development of Lagos State. The retirement celebration, held at the council secretariat, was marked by commendations, presentation of gifts, and awards of Certificates of Service to the retirees. Addressing the gathering, Mayor Ejigbadero said the retirees deserved recognition after spending more than two decades serving the public in various capacities across local government administrations in Lagos State. He congratulated them on their successful retirement and expressed appreciation for their commitment, diligence, and invaluable contributions to the development of Agbado Oke-Odo LCDA. The council chairman urged the retirees not to rega...