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Union Bank And Brand Chief Receive Accolades At WIMCA 2026

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Union Bank of Nigeria has been recognised for its leadership in gender inclusion, emerging as Most Outstanding Bank in Gender Inclusion at the Women in Marketing and Communications Conference and Awards (WIMCA) 2026, held on Saturday, 29 August 2026, at Landmark Event Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos. This award was in affirmation of the Bank’s commitment to advancing gender diversity through an inclusive workplace and financial ecosystem that empowers women, female entrepreneurs, and professionals with tailored products, capacity building, mentorship, networking, and broader economic opportunities. Themed “Grow, Give, Glow: Building Resilience for Distinction,” WIMCA 2026 convened leading female marketing and communications professionals from across Africa to explore industry trends, leadership, resilience, and women’s advancement within the brands marketing ecosystem. Dubbed the largest gathering of female marketing and communications professionals on the African continent, the event b...
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UNGA: Tinubu, Family Enjoy Unimpeded US Transit, Has No Case to Answer; Allegation Is Not A Crime — Jimoh Ibrahim

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Nigerian Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Jimoh Ibrahim, says President Bola Tinubu and members of his family enjoy unimpeded transit and cannot be arrested in the United States while attending the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). Ibrahim, who is also Chairman of the United Nations Committee on Budget and Administration, said this in a statement issued by the Office of the Permanent Representative of Nigeria to the United Nations in New York. He said the Nigerian Mission in New York had received no notification from the US government of any restriction on President Tinubu’s movement during the UNGA. Citing Section 11 of the 1947 UN-U.S. Agreement, the envoy said representatives of member states and their families are protected from impediments to transit to and from the UN headquarters district. He explained that the provision requires US federal, state and local authorities to refrain from imposing restrictions on the movement of representatives of mem...
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Nigeria Pledges Stronger Ties With Sao Tome On Maritime Security And JDZ As Mattawale Represents President Tinubu At Inauguration ...Tinubu Congratulates President Vila Nova on Re-election, Calls for Deeper Cooperation in Gulf of Guinea

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The Federal Government has reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to strengthening bilateral relations with São Tomé and Príncipe, with focus on maritime security, the Nigeria-São Tomé and Príncipe Joint Development Zone (JDZ), trade and investment. The Honourable Minister of State for Defence, *H.E. Dr. Bello Muhammad Matawalle, MON*, stated this while representing *His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR*, at the Presidential Inauguration of *His Excellency, President Carlos Manuel Vila Nova*, for a second five-year term. Speaking on behalf of Mr.President, Matawalle commended the people of São Tomé and Príncipe for conducting a peaceful, credible and transparent election. “Your victory reflects the confidence of the people in your leadership. Nigeria commends the Government, the National Electoral Commission, Political Parties, and the people of São Tomé and Príncipe for strengthening democratic institutions in your country,” he said. President Tinubu added: “Nigeria values the l...
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Abiodun’s Leadership Attracting Investment, Transforming Ogun, Says Akinmade

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The Special Adviser to the Ogun State Governor on Information and Strategy, Hon. Kayode Akinmade, has said Governor Dapo Abiodun’s leadership has transformed the state’s development trajectory and strengthened its position as one of Nigeria’s leading investment destinations. Speaking with newsmen on Sunday in Abeokuta, Akinmade attributed the state’s growing appeal to the administration’s purposeful governance, political maturity, infrastructure development and commitment to creating a stable, business-friendly environment. He said the administration had pursued its development agenda with passion, discipline, integrity and focus despite political and economic challenges. According to him, Abiodun’s ability to maintain peace and stability while implementing ambitious development programmes had enhanced investor confidence and created opportunities for businesses, residents and communities across the state. “Governor Abiodun plays politics without acrimony. He understands that political...
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Abiodun’s Leadership Attracting Investment, Transforming Ogun, Says Akinmade

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The Special Adviser to the Ogun State Governor on Information and Strategy, Hon. Kayode Akinmade, has said Governor Dapo Abiodun’s leadership has transformed the state’s development trajectory and strengthened its position as one of Nigeria’s leading investment destinations. Speaking with newsmen on Sunday in Abeokuta, Akinmade attributed the state’s growing appeal to the administration’s purposeful governance, political maturity, infrastructure development and commitment to creating a stable, business-friendly environment. He said the administration had pursued its development agenda with passion, discipline, integrity and focus despite political and economic challenges. According to him, Abiodun’s ability to maintain peace and stability while implementing ambitious development programmes had enhanced investor confidence and created opportunities for businesses, residents and communities across the state. “Governor Abiodun plays politics without acrimony. He understands that political...
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2027: PRA Backs Tinubu Re-Election, Asks G-100 Opposition To Drop Ambition ...Agrees With Donald Duke's Description Of Tinubu As 'A Lion With Horns'

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The Progressive Redemption Alliance (PRA) has urged opposition coalitions, including the G-100 group, to abandon their 2027 presidential ambitions and endorse President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as a consensus candidate to consolidate ongoing economic reforms. Reaction followed recent public remarks by the presidential candidate of the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP), Donald Duke, who described President Tinubu as a “formidable politician” and a “lion with horns” whom a fragmented opposition cannot defeat. In an official press statement released in Abuja on Saturday, September 5, 2026, signed by the Convener of the PRA, Comrade Olajide Wolimoh, the group agreed with Duke's realistic assessment of Tinubu's political depth and national reach. While validating Duke's appraisal of the political landscape, the PRA noted that the logical conclusion should be national alignment behind the incumbent rather than endless opposition experiments. "In describing President Tinubu as a 'f...
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2027: Ogun Government Vows To Sustain Peaceful Political Environment

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The Ogun State Government has vowed to sustain the peaceful political environment in the state ahead of the 2027 general elections, assuring political parties and their candidates of the freedom to campaign, mobilise and seek the support of voters without intimidation or harassment. The Special Adviser to the Governor on Information and Strategy, Hon. Kayode Akinmade, gave the assurance while featuring on a live radio programme in Abeokuta, saying the administration of Governor Dapo Abiodun remained committed to ensuring that political activities across the state were conducted peacefully and within the law. Akinmade said the government had deliberately created an atmosphere in which opposition parties could operate freely, noting that their posters, flyers and billboards were being displayed across the state after complying with established procedures. He stressed that, unlike the tension and instability associated with the 2019 election period, the government would not allow politica...
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