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Henry Asiegbu, Divisional Head, Operations, Fidelity Bank Plc (Left); Adebayo Adeyinka, Executive Technical Assistant to the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Fidelity Bank Plc (5th from Left); Meksley Nwagboh, Divisional Head, Brand and Communications, Fidelity Bank Plc (Right); flanked by some of the beneficiaries at the Fidelity Food Bank outreach in Eti Osa Local Government Area, Lagos recently... As part of its unwavering commitment to reducing food insecurity and supporting vulnerable communities, Fidelity Bank Plc, a leading financial institution, has distributed food packs to residents of Victoria Island in the Eti-Osa Local Government Area of Lagos as part of its nationwide Fidelity Food Bank initiative. This initiative, which attracted beneficiaries from diverse backgrounds, forms a key pillar of the bank’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) strategy and reinforces its dedication to driving meaningful impact across Nigerian communities. Speaking during the distrib...

  The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has confirmed the arrest of the Chairman, Lagos Island East LCDA, Hon Muibi Alade Folawiyo for alleged gross corruption.   The spokesperson for the Commission, Dr Demola Bakare, confirmed the arrest to newsmen on Wednesday.   According to Bakare, Folawiyo, was allegedly involved in massive stealing, diversion of public funds for personal benefits, non adherence to due process among other reasons.   “He was arrested at the Council Secretariat on 42, Broad street, Lagos after failing to honour repeated invitations sent and acknowledged by him.   “He is in their custody. He was arrested by a team from ICPC Headquarters for the aforesaid reasons but was granted administrative bail.   “He is expected to report today as the investigation continues,” he said.

The President of the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE), Engr. Margaret Aina Oguntala, FNSE, has emphasised the critical role of professional bodies in driving human capacity development for the evolving energy sector.  Oguntala made this known while participating as a distinguished panelist at the NOG Energy Week 2025, one of Africa’s premier energy conferences, held on Monday June 30, 2025 at the International Conference Centre, Abuja. During the Strategic Panel Session themed “Human Capacity Development for the Future of Energy,” NSE President joined other notable industry leaders to discuss effective strategies for workforce development amidst rapidly evolving energy technologies and operational demands. She highlighted the pressing disconnect between academic training and industry needs, noting that many Engineering graduates lack practical, hands-on experience, and there is a growing shortage of talent in areas such as data analytics, AI-driven asset management, and green en...

L-R: The State Director, Department of State Services; Dr. Peter Afunanya, Assistant Inspector of Police, Zone 2; AIG Adegoke Fayoade, Ogun State Governor; Prince Dapo Abiodun, the Commandant, 35 Artillery Brigade, Alamala, Abeokuta; Brig. Gen Godwin Nwamba, the Ogun state Commissioner of Police; CP Lanre Ogunlowo and the sector commander, FRSC; Corps. Commander Akinwunmi Fasakin during a meeting with heads of security agencies in Ogun State on Monday. Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has said that his administration is working with the office of the National Security Adviser to procure suitable surveillance equipment that will enable a prompt response to any security threat in any part of the state. Governor Abiodun stated this when he hosted the Assistant Inspector General of Police (AIG) in charge of Zone 2, Mr. Adegoke Fayoade, and the new Brigade Commander of the 35 Artillery Brigade, Alamala, Abeokuta, Brigadier General Godwin Nwaba, as well as other service chiefs who pa...

In years past, the arrival of the rainy season sent waves of anxiety across many communities in Ondo State. From Ilaje to Idanre, residents would brace themselves for the devastating impact of floods, homes submerged, roads cut off, livelihoods ruined, and in some tragic instances, lives lost. However, this painful reality is now being rewritten, thanks to the bold and unprecedented efforts of the administration of Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa. Flooding has remained one of the most pressing environmental challenges in Ondo State, especially in low-lying and riverine communities. In Akure South, parts of Odigbo, Ondo East and West, and particularly the coastal terrains of Ilaje, tales abound of how families were forced out of their homes, crops destroyed, and roads rendered impassable due to blocked canals and unchecked water channels. For years, these communities called for intervention, often receiving minimal or delayed responses. The lack of proper drainage, unregulated urban ...

The political atmosphere in Lagos State received a boost on Monday June 30 with the official inauguration of the Independent Campaign Group (ICG) by Dr. Abdul-Azeez Olajide Adediran, JANDOR, for the forthcoming Local Government election.   The self-sponsored ICG, made up of dedicated grassroots mobilisers, loyal party members, youth volunteers, and community leaders across the 377 wards, 57 Local Government Areas and Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs) of Lagos, was set up to galvanize massive support for all the candidates of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the forthcoming Local Government Elections in the state slated for July 12.   At the official inauguration of the ICG, unveiled by the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Princess Adejoke Orelope-Adefulire, JANDOR reiterated his unflinching commitment to the success of the APC at all levels and described the initiative as a continuation of his passion for grassroots...

Guaranty Trust Bank Ltd (GTbank) has announced that all its branches across Nigeria will close earlier than usual on Monday, June 30. The bank made this known in a customer email sent on Saturday, informing clients of the temporary change in operation hours. According to the message, the early closure is to allow for the bank’s scheduled half-year audit activities. The statement read, “Please be informed that our branches nationwide will close to customers early on Monday, June 30, 2025 for our half-year audit.” It also specified different closure times for locations based on geographical locations in the country. “Kindly note the early closure time below: Upcountry Branches – 2.00 p.m.; Lagos Branches – 3.00 p.m.,” the bank stated. GTBank advised customers to use its digital banking channels for transactions during the period of early closure. The bank assured that normal branch operations will resume at regular business hours on Tuesday, July 1. It appreciated customers for their und...

Ogun State Government has given an explicit  clarification on the media reports and attendant public discourse over burial rites of the traditional institutions, describing the comment of Hon. Justice P.O Akinside on the subject matter as personal opinion. It would be recalled that  Hon. Justice P.O Akinside of the Customary Court of Appeal, Ogun State recently delivered a lecture where he submitted that  traditional rulers in Ogun State must submit to the customs and burial rites of the traditional institutions they voluntarily joined, having voluntarily joined the traditional institutions. He added that traditional rulers therefore,  forfeit the right to opt out of those same customs even in death. However, in a statement signed by the Special Adviser to Ogun State Governor on Media and Strategy, Hon. Kayode Akinmade, the comment by the learned judge during the lecture does not amount to a judicial pronouncement in the state  as falsely reported by some media ...

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 actors have...

The Governor of Ogun State, His Excellency, Prince Dapo Abiodun, CON has approved the constitution of the underlisted Boards in the State  This was contained in a statement signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Mr  Tokunbo Talabi. The newly constituted boards include; OGUN STATE UNIVERSAL BASIC EDUCATION BOARD (SUBEB) Hon. Ifede Joshua                     -       Chairman Barr. Femi Odufowokan         -       Member Hon. Isiaka Aderounmu          -       Member Abiodun Donald Ajayi              -       Member Rt. Hon. Akeem Balogun          -       Member      Mrs Kemi Adeogun                    -      Ex-Officio Member Hon. Wa...

Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has congratulated President Bola Tinubu on signing the tax reform bills into law, saying that the bills would benefit Nigerians and assist in the growth of the economy. Abiodun, who highlighted the expected gains of President Tinubu's tax reform to include relief for low-income earners, support for small- businesses, increased revenue generation and simplified tax payments, said it was particularly gratifying that the President allowed broad-based consensus by welcoming inputs and criticisms from diverse groups and accommodating people's concerns. He added that it is particularly significant that the bills are focused on fair and equitable distribution of VAT revenue, enabling states to fund more projects independently. He said: "To all intents and purposes, President Bola Tinibu's signing into law of four new tax reform bills passed by the National Assembly represents a huge milestone. They are, as the President said, pivotal ...

By Kayode Akinmade  IN case you read anything this week claiming that the Ogun State Government announced a multimillion dollar diary deal with Qatari firm, Baladna, just know that it was the fake news enterprise at work. Was Baladna in Ogun State to explore investment opportunities? Yes. But did the Ogun State Government announce that it had reached an agreement with the diary giant? Absolutely not. So how was such a straightforward news misrepresented so badly? Well, the opposition never sleeps, and its reach is wide. It thrives in chaos because the Dapo Abiodun administration is fulfilling its promises and the Ogun populace is taking ample notice, excited at the prospects that lie ahead. This is too much for the naysayers, the men and women of yesterday who told everyone, before the 2015 polls, that Dapo Abiodun was going to be a monumental failure, to bear. Daily, they see the remarkable progress that Ogun is making and it drives them nuts because it is cementing their politica...

The Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Mr. Ola Olukoyede, has called on compliance officers the nation’s banking sector to embrace technology-driven measures to combat financial crimes. He made this call in Lagos on Wednesday, 25 June, 2025 at the 2025 Annual Stakeholders Conference of the Association of Chief Compliance Officers in the Banking Industry of Nigeria, ACCOBIN, themed “Beyond Compliance: AI, Risk, and the Future of Financial Integrity”. He stated that the traditional compliance measures were no longer sufficient in tackling financial crimes, especially in the face of the threats posed by Artificial Intelligence, AI, and cryptocurrency. The EFCC’ Chairman, who was represented by  Head, Investigations, Lagos Zonal Directorate 1 of the EFCC,  Assistant Commander of the EFCC,  ACE II Shehu Ala , described compliance officers as “unrecognised pillars” of Nigeria’s financial system and critical gatekeepers in the fight against...

FirstBank, the West Africa premier bank and financial inclusion services provider, is thrilled to announce that its Corporate University, FirstAcademy, has been awarded the Gold Award for Best Corporate University in Social & Climate Change at the Global Council of Corporate Universities (GlobalCCU) Awards 2025. This highly acclaimed award recognises FirstAcademy’s outstanding commitment to driving social and climate change learning initiatives, aligning its learning and development programs with internal stakeholder needs, and promoting Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). The GlobalCCU Awards is a prestigious, biannual recognition of excellence in corporate universities, setting the highest standard for the industry. With a rich 12-year history dating back to its inaugural ceremony in Paris in 2013, the awards have consistently honoured outstanding Corporate Universities, learning and development structures worldwide. The GlobalCCU Awards celebrate institutions that create rema...

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 sub-nat...

Ogun State Deputy Governor Engr. Noimot Salako-Oyedele, the paramount ruler and Alake of Egbaland, Oba Adedotun Gbadebo among other dignitaries saluted the efficiency and resilience of the Ogun State Traffic Compliance and Enforcement Agency TRACE in managing traffic as it celebrates its 20 years of existence. They all spoke at the TRACE at 20 Symposium and 10th annual TRACE Commanders Conference, with the theme: ‘Building Resilient Leadership and Management Models for Traffic Personnel/Managers in Ogun State’ held at the Valley View Auditorium, Isale – Igbein, Abeokuta. In the well attended programme, the deputy governor who is the Chairman Road Safety Advisory Council for the state said the state-owned traffic agency has proved its mettle in the face of growing urbanization and its complexities. While she stated that that the theme of this year’s Symposium was both timely and relevant, as it considered the increasingly complex traffic environment shaped by population growth, industri...

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...

The Federal Government sold crude oil valued at N219.38bn to the Dangote Petroleum Refinery in the first four months of 2025. The government also earned $1.59m from crude oil exports in April 2025, during the period it suspended sales of domestic crude allocations to the Dangote refinery and local refiners. These details were contained in internal documents from the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, submitted at the Federation Account Allocation Committee meetings, and obtained on Wednesday. The Federation Accounts Allocation Committee said a total revenue equivalent of N2.53bn was realised during the period, based on an average exchange rate of N1,595.689 to the dollar, as provided by the Central Bank of Nigeria. On March 19, the Dangote refinery suspended the sale of its petroleum products in naira due to a stalemate in the naira-for-crude deal between it and NNPCL, which appeared to have failed. The 650,000 barrels per day capacity refinery lamented that there was a misma...