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  Leading financial institution, Fidelity Bank Plc, ha s sponsored the 2026 Young Innovators Camp, a free educational initiative organized by MONAT to equip children with practical Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) skills needed to grow, thrive and prosper in a rapidly evolving world. The camp, which is scheduled to commence on 20 July 2026, will provide participating children with a hands-on learning experience focused on creativity, innovation, problem solving and critical thinking. Through the programme, children will be introduced to age-appropriate STEM concepts, guided build sessions and other engaging activities designed to stimulate curiosity and encourage practical learning. The camp will also feature small group learning with facilitators, financial literacy sessions, creative activities, and other interactive experiences that support confidence building among participants. Speaking on the partnership, Dr. Meksley Nwagboh, Divisional Head, Brand and ...

  The supremacy of God and His outstanding mercy were magnified by sonorous and spirit filled music rendered by Victory Singers international led by Reverend Dr.Sumbo Sangogade JP on Sunday 19th July, 2026 held at Apostolic Church of Christ Worldwide ,Apostle Mobolaji Missionary,Jagun Akanran Road ,Ibadan. The annual Anniversary was entitled Praises for His Mercy . The Guest Speaker is  Prophet Dr . Bukola Opadotun JP    The President of Apostolic Church of Christ ACC Worldwide Apostle Theophilus Lasis  was on ground at the epoch making programme attended by eminent Gospel Musicians  from far and near including Oyo State  Goman Governor Pastor Dr  Keji Okunade. Other eminent Ministers of God were  present such as Prophet Kayode Afolabi of Goshen BIBLE MISSION IBADAN, Prophet Amos Olanrewaju Odeyemi Baba Agbala Idande ,Prophet Nath Oroyimika ,Voice of Centramol Ibadan and host  of other Ministers . The ACC leaders and Church members equal...

  AwardRecognition is most meaningful when it reflects the impact of consistent innovation over time.  That is what makes Wema Bank's recognition as Nigeria's Best Digital Bank for Consumers 2026 at the Euromoney 2026 Award particularly significant. The award recognises the Bank's leadership in digital innovation, customer experience and financial inclusion, acknowledging years of deliberate investment in building banking solutions that are simpler, smarter and more accessible for customers. At the heart of this journey is ALAT, Africa's first fully digital bank. Since pioneering digital banking in Nigeria, ALAT has continued to evolve to meet changing customer needs.  The latest evolution of ALAT introduced capabilities such as voice banking, tap-to-pay, personalised financial services and integrated investment opportunities, alongside faster digital onboarding,  AI-powered fraud monitoring and intelligent customer personalisation.Commenting on the recognition, Wema...

  Dr. Segun Musa has accepted his appointment as the National Patron of the National Association of Nigerian Comrades (NANC), marking a significant milestone in the organisation's ongoing leadership and institutional reforms. The appointment was formally announced during a leadership summit in Lagos following a high-level courtesy visit to Dr. Musa's office on Tuesday by a delegation of the association led by its National President, Comrade Johnclaude Peter. Speaking during the visit, the NANC leadership described Dr. Musa's acceptance of the role as a major boost to the association's efforts to strengthen its leadership structure and advance its vision for student and youth development across Nigeria. The appointment comes as the association embarks on a broad reform agenda aimed at repositioning its national operations and improving organisational efficiency. A key component of the reforms is the implementation of the newly approved NANC Unified Identification and Dig...

  The Oyo State Head of Service, Dr. Adenike Fasina, mni, has reaffirmed her commitment to administering the state's Civil/Public Service with the fear of God, while charging the management of the Oyo State Waste Management Authority (OYOWMA) to intensify efforts at keeping roads and public spaces clean. Dr. Fasina gave the charge while receiving the management team of OYOWMA on a courtesy visit at the Office of the Head of Service, Secretariat, Ibadan. The Head of Service stressed the importance of environmental sanitation, directing the agency to ensure that road medians across the state remain free of refuse, especially during the rainy season. She urged heads of Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) to lead by example through diligence and commitment to duty, noting that exemplary leadership would inspire subordinate officers to perform effectively. She said  "the administration of Governor Seyi Makinde remains committed to the welfare of workers across all grade lev...

  By oluwaseyi fadoro  The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos State has intensified its preparations for the 2027 general elections with the unveiling of a new grassroots mobilisation initiative aimed at strengthening the party's support base across the state. The initiative, christened "2027 Elections: Waking the Giant Votes in Lagos," was launched in Ikeja, Lagos, under the platform of the Lagos Grassroots Alliance (LGA), with Hon. Owolabi Jamiu Falana serving as its convener. The campaign is designed to reinforce the APC's structures across the 20 Local Government Areas and 37 Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs) in Lagos State while expanding the party's reach to more communities and voter groups. Addressing party members and supporters at the event, APC leaders said the initiative would focus on grassroots engagement, voter mobilisation and strengthening the party's electoral fortunes ahead of the 2027 polls. They stressed that all activities wou...

  The Social Democratic Party (SDP) has cautioned against interpreting recent remarks by a United States Assistant Secretary of State as an endorsement of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's administration, insisting that Nigeria's economic realities should be judged by the living conditions of its citizens rather than diplomatic goodwill. In a statement issued by the party's South West Zonal Organising Secretary, Comrade Wale Balogun, the SDP said while it welcomed stronger bilateral relations between Nigeria and the United States, diplomatic expressions of support should not overshadow the severe socio-economic challenges confronting millions of Nigerians. The party was reacting to comments attributed to U.S. Assistant Secretary of State Frank Garcia, which it said could be perceived as a broad endorsement of the Tinubu administration's economic and infrastructure policies. According to the SDP, the International Monetary Fund (IMF), despite acknowledging improvements in so...

  By oluwaseyi fadoro  The Centre for Human and Socio-Economic Rights (CHSR) has expressed concern over what it described as the alleged disregard for court orders and the reported disappearance of a prime suspect linked to the killings of two residents of Ajiran in Eti-Osa Local Government Area of Lagos State. Addressing journalists at a press conference, the President of CHSR, Comrade Alex Omotehinse, said that the organisation was speaking on behalf of grieving families and residents of Ajiran who, according to him, have continued to live in fear following the killings of Mr. Sheriff Ishola Salami and Prince Kazeem Ademola Akinloye. According to the group, Mr. Salami was allegedly murdered in Moba, Eti-Osa Local Government Area, on April 18, 2023, while Prince Akinloye was reportedly killed along Chevron Road on August 26, 2024. CHSR alleged that investigations by the police led to the arrest of several suspects who reportedly made confessional statements and named one Alha...

L-R: Team Lead, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), Fidelity Bank Plc, Victoria Abuka; Assistant General Manager, Heritage Homes Orphanage, Irene Light; and President, Audacious Inductees Class of 2026, Fidelity Bank Plc, Aanuoluwa Akinyemi; during the Fidelity Helping Hands Programme (FHHP) Outreach at Heritage Homes Orphanage, Anthony, Lagos recently. Press release    Leading financial institution, Fidelity Bank Plc, has reaffirmed its commitment to health and social welfare through a comprehensive intervention at Heritage Homes Orphanage in Anthony Village, Lagos. The initiative was executed under the Fidelity Helping Hands Programme (FHHP), Fidelity Bank’s flagship employee-led corporate social responsibility scheme which empowers staff to identify impactful community projects, raise funds towards their execution, and receive matching support from the Bank to execute the projects. The outreach was championed by the Bank’s Audacious Class of newly inducted employees and ...

Lagos, Nigeria – Union Bank of Nigeria, in furtherance of its commitment to building a cleaner and more sustainable environment, organised a beach cleanup in partnership with the Nigerian Conservation Foundation (NCF) at Alpha Community Beach, Lekki, Lagos, on July 3, 2026. Nigeria currently generates an estimated 2.5 million tonnes of plastic waste annually, with Lagos alone accounting for approximately 870,000 tonnes of that figure. More than 88 per cent of this waste is never recycled, and a significant proportion finds its way into rivers, lagoons, and the ocean, posing grave consequences for marine biodiversity and coastal communities. It is against this backdrop, and in direct alignment with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals on Responsible Consumption and Production (SDG 12) and Life Below Water (SDG 14), that Union Bank organised this exercise. The cleanup was held to mark the Bank's 2026 Employee Volunteer Day under its Employee Volunteering initiative, power...

 * The Chairman/GCEO of Adron Group, Aare Adetola Emmanuelking, KOF, has joined eminent Nigerians in celebrating the First Lady of Ogun State, Her Excellency, Mrs. Bamidele Abiodun, on the occasion of her 60th birthday, describing her as "an icon of courage, compassion and charisma whose life continues to inspire hope, uplift humanity and exemplify purposeful public service." In a goodwill message jointly signed by Aare Emmanuelking and his wife, Olori Aderonke Emmanuelking, the Adron Homes boss paid glowing tribute to the First Lady's enduring legacy, noting that her six decades have been defined by commitment to humanity, exemplary leadership, and a remarkable ability to positively impact lives through humility, kindness, and compassion. He described Her Excellency's Diamond Jubilee as a fitting celebration of a woman whose life reflects the timeless qualities of the precious gemstone it represents, resilient, refined, enduring, and radiant through every season. Aar...

  Infinix Brings the "Be Seen. Be Hot." Campaign to Life with the Official Release of the HOT 70 Pro in NigeriaInfinix HOT 70 Pro Arrives in Nigeria, Introducing Active Matrix Cube, AI Productivity and 5G ConnectivityInfinix Officially Launches the HOT 70 Pro in Nigeria with Active Matrix Cube, IP68 Water Resistance and 5GLagos, Nigeria – Following the excitement generated by its  "Be Seen. Be Hot." campaign, Infinix has officially announced the nationwide availability of the HOT 70 Pro, its newest smartphone designed for a generation that values creativity, individuality and intelligent innovation.Developed for young creators, students, trendsetters and digital natives, the HOT 70 Pro combines expressive design, immersive personalization, powerful AI capabilities and dependable performance in a smartphone built to help users stand out and stay connected.The launch follows the successful unveiling of award-winning music star Qing Madi as the face of the HOT 70 Pro, ...

  The trial of Ahmed Tajudeen Akanbi, a declared fugitive and principal suspect in the alleged murders of Sheriff Ishola Salami and Prince Ademola Akinloye, two princes of Ajiran Community in Eti-Osa Local Government Area of Lagos State, has become one of the state's most closely watched criminal proceedings. Beyond the courtroom, the case has evolved into a fierce contest over public perception, driven by social media campaigns, allegations of investigative compromise and growing controversy surrounding how sensitive case documents allegedly found their way into the public domain. The killings of Salami in February 2023 and Akinloye in August 2024 shocked the Ajiran Community near Chevron and attracted widespread calls for justice from traditional rulers, community leaders, civil society organisations and residents. Investigations gathered momentum after the arrests of Safiu Fatai, popularly known as Fabo, on January 24, 2026, and Yusuf Ismaila, also known as Bariga, on February 6...

  A coalition of civil society and public interest organisations under the umbrella of the Democracy and Good Governance Watch Initiative (DGGWI) has commended the successful rescue of the abducted Oriire students and teachers, describing the operation as a major achievement by Nigeria's security agencies. In a statement issued on Tuesday and jointly signed by its conveners, Nelson Ekujumi, Popoola Ajayi, Gbenga Soloki and Shola Justice, the coalition praised President Bola Tinubu, the National Security Adviser, service chiefs, security personnel, Amotekun Corps, local vigilantes and other stakeholders for their roles in securing the victims' release after weeks of intelligence-led operations. The group expressed gratitude to President Tinubu for what it described as his leadership and commitment to ensuring the safe return of the abductees. "We are elated and give glory to God Almighty for granting our gallant security agencies victory over the forces of darkness through ...

  By oluwaseyi fadoro  A coalition of civil society organisations (CSOs) has expressed support for the Assistant Inspector-General of Police (AIG) in charge of Zone 2 Command, Olohundare Moshood Jimoh, over his role in the investigation into the deaths of Sheriff Ishola Salami and Prince Ademola Akinloye in Ajiran, Lagos State. The coalition, led by the Centre for Human and Socio-Economic Rights (CHSR), also called for greater transparency in the handling of the case while urging authorities to ensure that the ongoing judicial process remains impartial and evidence-driven. Speaking at a press briefing, representatives of the coalition said they were concerned about what they described as conflicting narratives and misinformation surrounding the criminal proceedings, warning that such reports could undermine public confidence in the justice system. The statement was jointly endorsed by several organisations, including the Centre for Advocacy for Credible Leadership (CACL), the ...

  Agbado Oke-Odo Local Council Development Area (LCDA) has reaffirmed its commitment to environmental sustainability with a tree-planting exercise aimed at promoting a greener and healthier community. Speaking during the event, the Council Chairman emphasized that the initiative aligns with the Lagos State Government’s environmental agenda and called on residents to embrace tree planting and preservation as a collective responsibility. She stressed that achieving a sustainable environment requires the active participation of every member of the community. The programme attracted a wide range of stakeholders, including Mrs. Margaret Ayanyompe; the Vice Chairman, Hon. Kehinde Shobayo; the Leader of the Legislative Arm, Hon. Wasiu Aduragbemi; the Council Manager, Dr. Osodipe Oladapo; Baales from various communities; the Chairman of the Community Development Committee (CDC), Comrade Ernest Kasumu; councillors, party leaders, management staff, directors, community leaders, students and ...

    The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting efficient broadband infrastructure deployment in Nigeria through collaborative implementation of the Dig Once Policy.   The Commission gave the assurance at the Second Stakeholders’ Consultative Forum to Develop a Pricing Mechanism and Cost-Based Structure for Sharing Ducts Built Under the Dig Once Policy in Nigeria, held at the NCC Annex Office, Mbora, Abuja, on Wednesday.   The forum brought together representatives of federal and state government institutions, telecommunications operators, infrastructure companies, industry associations, development partners and other key stakeholders to deliberate on the interim findings of the study and provide input towards the development of a transparent, equitable and cost-based framework for sharing underground duct infrastructure.   Speaking at the event, NCC’s Director, Policy, Competition and Economic Analysis, Mr Ayuba Shuai...

  Infinix HOT 70 Pro "Be Seen. Be Hot." Campus Storm Lights Up UNILAG with Qing Madi and Thousands of Students "Be Seen. Be Hot." : Thousands Turn Out as Infinix Transforms UNILAG into the Ultimate Youth Experience The University of Lagos came alive with colour, music and youthful energy as thousands of students gathered for the Infinix HOT 70 Pro  "Be Seen. Be Hot." Campus Storm, an unforgettable celebration of technology, entertainment and self-expression that transformed the campus into the ultimate destination for youth culture.Bringing together students from the University of Lagos, Yaba College of Technology, the Federal College of Education and neighbouring institutions, the Campus Storm delivered an immersive experience where innovation met entertainment, giving attendees the opportunity to engage with the HOT 70 Pro in exciting and unexpected ways.The event also marked a defining milestone for Infinix as award-winning singer and songwriter Qing Ma...

  A coalition of stakeholders and civil society groups has defended the conduct of Assistant Inspector-General of Police (AIG) Olohundare Moshood Jimoh over the investigation into the Ajiran murder case, dismissing allegations of corruption and abuse of office as unfounded and unsupported by available records. The defence follows allegations made by social media activist Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), who publicly described the Zone 2 Police Commander as "extremely corrupt" and accused him of compromising the investigation into the killings of two Ajiran princes. VDM also challenged the senior police officer to institute criminal defamation proceedings if the allegations were false. However, documents reviewed by our correspondent indicate that AIG Jimoh's involvement in the case followed official directives from the Inspector-General of Police (IGP) rather than personal initiative. A memo dated April 22 and signed by Jimoh, addressed to the I...

  The Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT), Oyo State Wing, has raised concern over the abduction of a primary school headmaster in Itesiwaju Local Government Area of the state. The union disclosed that Mr. M.K. Owoade, the Headmaster of Nomadic Basic School, Ogodu, Igbojaye, was reportedly kidnapped on his farmland on Saturday 11th July, 2026 at around 5pm. This was contained in a statement jointly signed by the State Chairman of the NUT, Comrade Hassan Ajibola Fatai, and the State Secretary, Comrade Salami Olukayode. According to the statement, the incident was brought to the attention of the state leadership by the NUT Itesiwaju Local Government branch through an urgent notice issued to its members. The union described the development as disturbing and another reminder of the growing security challenges facing teachers and education workers across the country. The NUT leadership called on government, security agencies, and relevant authorities to intensify efforts towards securing th...