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The Ohanaeze Progressive Council (OPC) has vehemently disowned and condemned the reckless, ill-advised, and deeply disrespectful statement issued by the so-called Ohanaeze Youth Council (OYC) declaring the South-East Forum of Former Governors as “persona non grata” in Igboland. In a press statement, the National President of the Ohanaeze Progressive Council, Comrade Ugo Benjamin, described the OYC’s action as “an act of shameless youthful arrogance and cultural sacrilege that has no place in the dignified traditions of Ndigbo.” “This is not how Igbo people behave,” Comrade Benjamin said. “In Igboland, respect for elders, leaders, and statesmen is not optional—it is sacred. "These elders are accomplished sons of the soil who have served our people with distinction. "For a fringe group of loud-mouthed youths to wake up and declare them outcasts is not only laughable but a disgusting display of disrespect that spits on the very face of Igbo culture and tradition.” Comrade Benjam...

By Sam Osagie The necessity for national reconstruction within Nigeria’s economic governance has brought the emergence of a distinguished figure in person of Barrister Aminu Junaidu, who is the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Investment and Securities Tribunal. This is a man who do not merely occupy office; but redefine it. He is a personality who do not merely inherit system; but refine it. In his tenure of just less than 6 months, his leadership has transcended from routine administration to the noble realm of institutional renaissance. Since assuming office on the 26th of October, 2025, for a five-year tenure under the appointment of Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Barrister Junaidu has demonstrated that visionary leadership remains the indispensable catalyst of institutional excellence. His emergence at the helm of the Tribunal is now seen as the commencement of a reformist era; an era structured by diligence, inclusiveness, judicial dispatch, and international relevance. From the v...

By Timothy Odedina The endorsement of Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola as the consensus governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the 2027 elections by Governor Dapo Abiodun marks more than a routine political milestone; it signals a quiet but consequential shift in the grammar of succession politics in Ogun State. In a political landscape where transitions have too often been defined by friction, this moment suggests the possibility of order—deliberate, structured, and purposefully achieved. For decades, succession in Ogun State has carried the weight of contestation, frequently unfolding as a zero-sum struggle among entrenched interests. The resulting tensions have, at various points, strained party cohesion and cast long shadows over governance. It is against this history that the present development must be understood—not as an isolated endorsement, but as a conscious departure from a pattern that has proven both costly and unsustainable. Governor Abiodun’s...

Polaris Bank MD/CEO, Kayode Lawal, engages newly graduated PGIT/PTIP cohorts, urging a steadfast commitment to continuous learning, integrity, and professional excellence at the graduation ceremony held in Lagos last Thursday... Polaris Bank has graduated 58 exceptional new hires from its flagship Polaris Graduate Intensive Training (PGIT) and Polaris Tech Ignite Programme (PTIP), reinforcing its commitment to building world-class talent in Nigeria. The ceremony, attended by senior leadership and invited guests, celebrated a highly selective cohort drawn from over 10,000 applicants - placing them among the top 0.58% who successfully made the cut. The milestone underscores the bank’s rigorous standards in identifying and grooming future leaders. Addressing the graduates, Managing Director/CEO, Mr. Kayode Lawal, delivered a compelling charge centered on continuous learning and adaptability in a fast-evolving industry. “Never stop learning, because life never stops teaching,” he said. “In...

As the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) recapitalisation exercise came to an end March 31, 2026,  most banks operating in the country rose to the challenge and met the requirement ahead of time. However, Fidelity Bank’s proactive approach paid off, and it continued to demonstrate its commitment to growth and innovation. In a remarkable display of investor confidence, Fidelity Bank opened and concluded a private placement in just one day on December 31, 2025. Leading institutions, including AFREXIM Bank and its subsidiaries, invested in the bank, showcasing their faith in Fidelity’s vision and leadership. With the CBN’s verification process complete, Fidelity Bank’s capital base now exceeds the required N500 billion threshold. This milestone positions the bank to expand its footprint, drive growth, and deliver returns to investors. Market analysts stated that  the successful completion of the private placement underscores strong investor confidence in the bank’s growth strategy,...

A Muslim Cleric, Sheik Jamiu Sanusi, popularly known as Amiolohun has petitioned the Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command over an alleged Cyberstalling and Criminal Defamation of Character. The petition, which was written on his behalf by his counsels; G.H Agoro & Co, was dated April 13, 2026 and signed by Ade Osinaike Esq. It was alleged in the petition that one Mr Saheed Teyinbo also known as Alfasuna of Dalemo-Alakuko area of Lagos State has been cyberstalking and criminally defaming Sheik Sanusi through his Facebook and TikTok pages. According to the counsels, "the cyberstalking and criminal defamation has remained persistent with inconvenience and needless anxiety caused our client through deliberate falsehood being spread against him to ensure physical violent attack is carried out on him in addition to the barrage of online attacks that he is already being subjected to." They stated that the cyberstalking and criminal defamation was orchestrated to bully and...

The State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) hereby announced a strategic meeting scheduled to hold tomorrow, Monday April 13th 2026, at the state Party Secretariat in Abeokuta. The meeting is part of ongoing efforts to strengthen party unity, review current political developments, and chart a forward-looking course for the party in the state. Attendance at the meeting is strictly limited to State Caucus members as recognized by the Party’s Constitution, Article 12: 1.0, including: - The State Party Chairman   - Past State Chairmen of the Party   - Serving and Past State Deputy Chairmen   - Serving and Past State Secretaries   - Serving and Past State Governors and Deputy Governors   - Current Gubernatorial and Deputy Gubernatorial Candidates of the Party   - Serving and Past Members of the National Assembly   - Principal Officers of the State House of Assembly   - Members of the State House of ...

By Philip Agbese In this present generation, institutions like the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has been blessed with a leader whose tenure has become a reference point for courage, clarity, and uncommon administrative excellence. This leader has not simply supervised the agency, he has breathe a new life into the system that may have become cumbersome or directionless. The current Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Communications Commission, Dr. Aminu Maida, is the dignified tireless reformer and leader who has performed beyond expectations in the NCC. He came to the helm of the Commission at a time when the Nigerian telecom ecosystem required not ceremonial leadership, but strategic intelligence that needed to give results and not complacency. He came when courageous reforms were highly needed. Since he assumed office in November 2023, Dr. Maida’s transformative leadership style has produced immense results that were gotten from his numero...

As part of its commitment to enhancing connectivity and providing convenient travel options, Ogun State-owned airline, Gateway Air, has announced new flight operations covering major cities across Nigeria. This was disclosed in a statement issued at the weekend by the Special Adviser on Information and Strategy to Governor Dapo Abiodun, Hon. Kayode Akinmade. According to the statement, Gateway Air will commence scheduled flight operations on the following routes beginning Monday, 13th April 2026: - Iperu to Abuja - Abuja to Port Harcourt - Abuja to Calabar - Abuja to Jos - Iperu to Kano The airline noted that the one-way flights will operate on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, offering passengers reliable and convenient travel options. Economy fares are as low as ₦100,000. The development marks a significant step in improving regional accessibility and delivering efficient, reliable air travel services to passengers, while also supporting economic growth and connectivity acr...

L–R: The Catholic Bishop of the Diocese of Abeokuta, Most Rev. Peter Odetoyinbo; Representative of the Pope, Most Rev. Michael Francis Crotty; Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun; and the Catholic Bishop of Ijebu-Ode, Most Rev. Francis Obafemi Adesina, during the visit of the Papal Nuncio (Senior Vatican Diplomat) to the Governor’s Office, Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta, on Friday. Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has disclosed that his administration will return missionary schools in the state to their original owners as part of efforts to strengthen partnerships in the education sector. The governor made this known on Friday while receiving the Apostolic Nuncio to Nigeria, Michael Francis Crotty, who paid him a courtesy visit at his office in Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta, alongside the Catholic Bishop of Ijebu-Ode, Francis Obafemi Adesina, the Catholic Bishop of Abeokuta, Peter Odetoyinbo, and other church officials. Abiodun acknowledged the longstanding contributions of religious bodies t...

The Centre for Social Justice, Equity and Transparency (CSJET) has defended the appointment of Barrister Aminu Junaidu as Chairman of the Investment and Securities Tribunal (IST), insisting that due process was followed and rejecting claims that the appointment violated the Investment and Securities Act 2025. Speaking at a press conference held on Friday in Abuja, Executive Director of the Centre, Pastor David D. Yakubu, said the appointment was approved by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu within his constitutional authority, and that there was no evidence of any breach of established legal or administrative frameworks. CSJET said much of the public debate surrounding the appointment had been shaped by misinterpretation of governance processes, stressing that executive decisions must be understood within the context of institutional needs and constitutional powers. “The appointment was duly approved by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, acting within the constitutional powers vested in his office...

Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has called on traditional rulers across the state to create a conducive and investor-friendly environment in their domains, warning that hostility toward investors could undermine the state’s economic growth. The governor made this appeal on Thursday during the Statutory Meeting of the Ogun State Council of Obas held at the Oba’s Complex, Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta. Expressing concern over reports of uncooperative attitudes by some communities, particularly in parts of Yewa South, Ipokia, and Ijebu North, Abiodun condemned what he described as hostility toward investors who are willing to commit billions of dollars to the state’s economy He stressed that such investments are critical to job creation, infrastructure development, and overall socio-economic advancement, noting that communities must take ownership of development initiatives rather than frustrate them. “We have received disturbing reports about the conduct of some communities during recent invest...

By Britus Joseph  There is a breed of politics that does not construct — it storms in, strips bare, and leaves ruin in its wake. It arrives cloaked in promises but departs leaving fractured structures and exhausted platforms. In Nigeria’s political theatre, few names epitomize this destructive cycle more than Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi, Rauf Aregbesola, and Rabiu Kwankwaso. Their political paths are not arcs of progress — they are trails of disruption, chaos left behind every time ambition supersedes loyalty. Atiku Abubakar moves like a relentless political whirlwind, never rooted, always circling the next platform ripe for conquest. From the People’s Democratic Party to the Action Congress and into the All Progressives Congress, his career is a repeating loop of entry, contest, and exit whenever personal ambition hits a wall. Every departure leaves fissures — party divisions sharpened, structures weakened, and electoral contests dragged into prolonged courtroom battles. In Atiku’s ...

As conversations around money become more complex in a fast-evolving digital world, the need to Building Financially Smart Future and  equip young people with the right financial knowledge, has never been more urgent. From spending habits to saving culture, digital transactions, and entrepreneurial thinking, financial literacy is increasingly becoming a life skill, not just a nice-to-have. It is against this backdrop that Polaris Bank is participating in this year’s Global Money Week (GMW), a global financial awareness campaign which kicked off from Tuesday, April 7 through Thursday, April 30, 2026. Global Money Week is an annual initiative led by Child and Youth Finance International in collaboration with key stakeholders, including financial service providers and government institutions, to inspire children and young people to learn about money management, livelihoods, and entrepreneurship. During the 2025 edition Polaris Bank reached and impacted directly 3,372 students, across ...

The Progressive Youth Initiative, PYI TEAM SHANANA proudly commends the Executive Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, for his steadfast commitment to purposeful leadership, infrastructural renewal, and people-oriented governance that continues to redefine Lagos as Africa’s leading mega city. In a dynamic political environment often characterized by distractions and competing interests, Governor Sanwo-Olu has remained focused, disciplined, and unwavering in his pursuit of developmental goals. His resilience and clarity of purpose have not only sustained governance momentum but have also strengthened public confidence in leadership. The remarkable strides recorded by this administration are firmly anchored in the visionary foundation laid by the master strategist and President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The Lagos development model built on continuity, innovation, and long term planning has become a reference point for governance across Nigeria...

                                              From L-R: Akporee Idenedo, Divisional Head, Commercial Banking, Sterling Bank; Ezinne Nwokafor, Head, OneWoman Initiative, Sterling Bank; Thelma Luke Nwoye, Group Head, Business Finance, Sterling Bank; 'Solape Akinpelu, CEO/Founder , HerVest; Edward Ogunmekan, Chief Growth Officer, Sterling Bank at the OneWoman Gender Lens Breakfast Dialogue held at The Wheatbaker Hotel, Ikoyi recently. Sterling Bank, through its women focused initiative, OneWoman, convened a powerful gathering of women entrepreneurs, development finance institutions, ecosystem leaders, and business stakeholders at the Funding Her Future Breakfast Dialogue in Lagos. The session brought together voices from across sectors for a focused and necessary conversation on how to unlock more inclusive and effective financing pathways for women led businesses in Nigeria. ...

L-R: The Group Head, Commercial Banking Division and Public Sector, West, Access Bank, Ademola Bilesanmi; Chief Executive Officer, Access Bank, Roosevelt Ogbonna; Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun and the Chief Economic Adviser and Commissioner for Finance, Mr Dapo Okubadejo, during the visit of the top hierarchy of the bank to the Ogun State Governor in his office on Tuesday. The Chief Executive Officer of Access Bank Plc, Roosevelt Ogbonna, has commended the Ogun State Government for creating a business-friendly environment that continues to attract investors. Ogbonna gave the commendation during a visit to Governor Dapo Abiodun, where he led a delegation of senior executives from the bank. He said Ogun’s policies have gone beyond driving investment inflows, noting that they foster partnerships focused on long-term development and shared vision for the state’s future. The Access Bank CEO also lauded the development of the Gateway International Airport, describing it as a landm...

L- R: Mr. Kencho Omojafor, Head, Aviation Desk, Fidelity Bank Plc; Mr. Stanley Amuchie, Executive Director/Chief Operations and Information Officer, Fidelity Bank Plc; Mr. Christian Hatje, Managing Director Business Aviation AFG; Dr. Nneka Onyeali-Ikpe, Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Fidelity Bank Plc; Mr. Shiekuma Gemade, Chief Operating Officer, AFG; and Mr. Patrick Azi, Aviation Consultant and Managing Director, 3D Hitec Ltd; at a meeting at the Fidelity Bank headquarters recently.

By Kayode Akinmade  President Bola Tinubu's visit to Ogun State last weekend could not have come at a better time. It showed the phenomenal things going on in the state. The atmosphere within and outside Abeokuta, the state capital, was electric. The president rode around the state commissioning landmark projects, and his excitement and relief were palpable. The president had just visited Jos, Plateau State, where he had confronted gory images of terror and the agony of victims.  The President knew the pain of parents in such circumstances. He was visibly shaken, and promised to do everything humanly possible to rewrite the security narrative. And then came the rescheduled Ogun visit that lifted his spirits and showed the possibilities of visionary leadership... The mood before the President's visit was ecstatic. Across the state, billboards announced the visit, but much more so did a populace grateful to have a government working according to their dictates, opening up the st...