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In a spirit of unity and shared faith, Dr. Abdul-Azeez Olajide Adediran (JANDOR), earlier today was hosted by Chief Mrs. Folasade Tinubu-Ojo, the Iyaloja-General and daughter of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in Mecca, Saudi Arabia.   These were contained in a statement signed by Gbenga Ogunleye, spokesperson of Dr. Abdul-Azeez Olajide Adediran (JANDOR), dated March 24, 2025.   The meeting, which took place in the sacred city, he said, provided an opportunity for both leaders to exchange pleasantries and discuss matters of mutual interest while emphasizing the importance of unity, peace, and service to humanity.   "Dr. Adediran expressed his appreciation for the warm reception and extended prayers for the success of the renewed hope agenda of the president. The encounter underscores the shared commitment to fostering harmony and collective advancement," he said.  

L-R: Prof Frank Ojadi, Director, Export Management Program, Lagos Business School; Stella Nwuke, Team Member, Export & Agriculture Division, Fidelity Bank Plc; Emem Bassy, Managing Partner, Peony Dynamic Resource Limited; and Emmanuel Nwalor, Team Lead, Export & Agriculture Division, Fidelity Bank Plc; at the closing ceremony of the 18th edition of the Fidelity Bank Export Management Programme (EMP 18) held at the Lagos Business School recently. Tier-one lender, Fidelity Bank Plc, has once again highlighted the importance of promoting non-oil exports as it recently hosted the 18th edition of its dedicated capacity development training tagged Export Management Programme (EMP 18). The programme, which was held recently in Lagos provided a platform for entrepreneurs interested in exploring global trade opportunities to scale and acquire relevant expertise.   Hosted in partnership with the Lagos Business School (LBS), the 5-day intensive program focused on equipping entrep...

A pro-democracy group, Coalition of Civil Society in Defence of Democracy, has urged President Bola Tinubu to establish a reconciliation committee within 14 days to resolve the crisis in Rivers State. This call comes after President Tinubu declared a state of emergency in the state, suspending Governor Siminilayi Fubara, his deputy, and the Rivers State House of Assembly for six months. The group's convener, Dr. Olayemi Isaacs, at a press conference in Abuja expressed concerns that the state of emergency would only lead to a "forced peace" and encourage parties to hide their true intentions. Instead, he advocated for reconciliatory steps in a democratic setting to achieve genuine peace. According to Dr. Isaacs, genuine peace can only come to Rivers State through reconciliatory steps taken in a truly democratic setting. The group criticized President Tinubu's decision to declare a state of emergency, stating that it validated the ugly practice of corrupt political godf...

The attention of the Ogun State Government has been drawn to a lopsided and malicious report accusing its Attorney-General of trying to free murder suspects.  That report is entirely false and was clearly made in the media to preempt the Attorney-General’s review of misconduct and complicity in an ongoing criminal enterprise by officers and men of Nigerian Police Force Zone 2, Lagos State. The report relates to a dispute over land management by two local land agents in Ogun State. One side has continually used the Police and law enforcement to persecute the other, lodging false reports and producing coached witnesses whose testimonies fall apart. Indeed, some of these witnesses testify that they saw a perpetrator but cannot identify this perpetrator in person.  With these errors, it became clear that the Ministry of Justice was being unwittingly used to perpetuate injustice and persecute a citizen. Accordingly, the Office of the Attorney-General discontinued the false charges ...

Polaris Bank has reaffirmed its commitment to gender equality and women’s empowerment through its International Women’s Day (IWD) Seminar, themed: “Accelerating Action: Breaking Barriers & Creating Equal Opportunities”. The event provided a platform for thought leaders, professionals, and advocates to emphasize the urgent need to accelerate action towards gender equality by breaking barriers and creating equal opportunities for women across all sectors. Speaking at the event, Polaris Bank's Executive Director, Mrs. Abimbola Ozomah conveyed greetings from the Managing Director/CEO, Management, and Staff of the Bank, highlighting the importance of the day. “International Women’s Day is a moment to recognize the remarkable achievements, contributions, and struggles of women throughout history and across all sectors of society. However, it is also a call to action. This year’s theme, ‘Accelerate Action,’ urges us to take swift and decisive steps toward achieving gender equality by ...

A coalition, the Centre for Democracy and Development, has condemned the alleged anti-democratic actions of Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, and his administration's lawlessness against members of the House of Assembly. The group, in a press conference held in Abuja, called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to declare a state of emergency in Zamfara State for a minimum of six months. According to its convener, Ibrahim Yakubu, Governor Lawal's actions have plunged the state into economic sabotage, anarchy, and instability. The group cited the suspension of 10 members of the Zamfara State House of Assembly for 13 months, simply for expressing concerns about the state's security situation. This, the coalition argued, has crippled the legislative chamber and denied the people of Zamfara effective representation. The coalition also accused Governor Lawal of authoritarianism, citing his directive to suspend eight members of the House who raised concerns about the worsening secur...

Cdr. Ajibade Adekunle, Area Commander, TRACE Ogun West, was on Wednesday inaugurated as the new Chapter Chairman of the Chartered Institute of Transport Administration, CIOTA in Ogun State. His inauguration was done along with other seven members of the institute to form the new State Executives to stir the affairs of the institute. The inauguration ceremony was virtually conducted by Chief Segun Obayendo, the President of the Institution and other National Executives in Abuja, who charged the inductees on the need for commitment, adherence to the ideals of the institute and to work passionately to achieve its overall objectives. At the Ogun State inauguration ceremony, Cdr. Seni Ogunyemi, TRACE Commander General/CEO, who is also the South West coordinator of CIOTA, dedicated an Office apartment to the Institute which he said was done by his Agency to provide an enabling environment for the institute to thrive in Ogun State. In his remarks, Cdr. Ogunyemi said, "TRACE as an Agency ...