Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Adron Homes Chairman Announces Ojude Oba Sponsorship, Pays Homage to Awujale Adron Homes team consisting of Senior executives and the Chairman and Group Managing Director; Aare Adetola Emmanuel-King has paid a courtesy business visit to the Palace of the Awujale of Ijebuland over the week. This significant visit, underscored the profound respect accorded to His Imperial Majesty, Oba Sikiru Adetona Ogbagba II, the revered Awujale of Ijebuland, who recently celebrated his momentous 90th birthday. Characterized by an atmosphere of reverence and admiration,Adron Chairman gave a touching address where he expressed deep gratitude to Kabiyesi, extolling his virtues as a father…

Gospel Singer Bidemi Olaoba joins Mercy Chinwo’s record label Bidemi Olaoba … the signing marks a significant milestone in GNT Nation’s mission to spread the gospel through music Popular Gospel singer Bidemi Olaoba has joined Grace and Truth Nation Music (GNT), a record label co-founded by Pastor Blessed Uzochikwa and his wife, Mercy Chinwo. According to Pastor Blessed, the signing marks a significant milestone in GNT Nation’s mission to spread the gospel through music. Bidemi Olaoba, known for his powerful voice and dynamic stage presence, has committed his talents to glorifying God and spreading messages of hope, love, and salvation.…

The Canadian Government has announced a new initiative, allowing caregivers to receive permanent residency upon arrival in the country Canada’s Immigration Minister, Marc Miller, who disclosed this, said the programme would commence by the end of 2024 or early 2025. “Caregivers play a critical role in supporting Canadian families, and our programmes need to reflect their invaluable contributions. “As we work to implement a permanent caregivers programme, these two new pilots will not only improve support for caregivers but also provide families with the quality care they deserve”, said Miller in an IRCC news release. The new programme, set to…

Dangote targets total revenue from his businesses to hit $30 Billion by End of 2024 Dangote does not rest on his oars as he focused on being in the group of 120 biggest elite companies of the world. Founder of the Dangote Group and Africa’s richest person, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, has disclosed that by the end of 2024 he expects the total revenue from his businesses to hit over a staggering $30 billion. Speaking in an interview on CNN, the billionaire businessman stated that the projection will catapult the Dangote Group into the elite group of the biggest 120 companies…

List of Top 10 richest people in the world The combined net worth of the world’s top 10 richest individuals in June 2024 has reached nearly $1.59 trillion, an increase of about $50 billion from the previous month. Forbes, which has tracked global billionaires since 1987, continues to monitor these dynamic changes through their real-time billionaire tracker. French business mogul, Bernard Arnault, was the world’s wealthiest person from February until late May 2024. However, in the latest June 1 release, Tesla and X, CEO, Elon Musk reclaimed the title of the world’s richest person, thanks to his new AI company,…

Tinubu honours Wole Soyinka, naming Abuja Highway after him President Bola Tinubu has named the Arterial Road N20 from Northern Parkway to Outer Northern Expressway (ONEX) as Professor Wole Soyinka Highway as recommended by the FCT administration. In naming the road after the distinguished playwright, poet and novelist who clocks 90 on 13 July, President Tinubu said Soyinka was the first African to win the Nobel Literature Prize. He said Soyinka has brought honour and fame to Nigeria. In his words: “Let me say here that your momentous recommendation to name this road Wole Soyinka Way is well received. He…

To revolutionize Nigeria’s transportation, Sterling Bank Drives E-Mobility Innovation partnering GFA Technologies To revolutionize Nigeria’s transportation, Sterling Bank Drives E-Mobility Innovation partnering GFA Technologies. In a bold move towards revolutionizing Nigeria’s transportation landscape, Sterling Bank Limited has merged efforts with GFA Technologies (GetFundedAfrica), Microsoft, The Garage, and Oando Clean Energy to host the final pitch of the e-Mobility Innovation Hackathon. Themed, “Accelerating Nigerian Talent, Building out Nigeria’s e-Mobility Ecosystem,” the event signals a pivotal moment in advancing electric vehicle (EV) technology in Nigeria. Akin Akingbogun, Head of Mobility & Projects, Renewable Energy at Sterling Bank, emphasized the bank’s commitment to…

Access Bank Awards as ‘Best Trade Partner Bank West Africa’ – IFC Access Bank has been recognised as the ‘Best Trade Partner Bank West Africa 2024’ by the International Finance Corporation (IFC). Presented at the Global Trade Partners Meeting (GTPM), held recently, in Barcelona, Spain, this prestigious award highlights Access Bank’s outstanding performance and commitment to fostering trade finance across the continent. The GTPM, organised by the IFC, is one of the most significant events in the global trade finance industry, and is known for its unique footprint due to IFC’s extensive reach and client base in emerging markets. The…

Here’s Informative and transformative Interview with an Award-Winning Project / Program Manager, Babalola Williams In 2010, Babalola Williams received the prestigious Akwa Ibom State Governor’s Award for Excellence and the NYSC (National Youth Service Corp) Overall Best Corp Member Award, recognizing his extraordinary contributions during his National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) year. This award, bestowed upon only the top 0.001% of corps members, highlights Babalola’s exceptional impact on educational infrastructure and community development. A decade later, the impact of his work continues to resonate, influencing industry practices and inspiring new generations of leaders and project/program managers. As the next batch…

Zenith Bank becomes the Most Sustainable Bank in Nigeria in the International Banker Awards 2024 Zenith Bank Plc has been named the “Most Sustainable Bank, Nigeria” in the International Banker 2024 Banking Awards, retaining the title for the second consecutive year. Commenting on the award, the Group Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Zenith Bank, Dame (Dr.) Adaora Umeoji, OON, said: “We are deeply honoured to be recognised as the Most Sustainable Bank in Nigeria for the second time in a row. This prestigious award underscores our steadfast commitment to sustainability and reinforces our belief that responsible banking is essential for…