Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Keystone Bank customers to win big in its ‘Mega Milli’ promo PHOTO L–R: Rukayat Olatunji, Unit Head, Mobile & Internet Banking; Tina Ebuehi, Department Head, Retail Products & Value Chain Management, Keystone Bank; Olayemi Sule, Group Head, Retail & Digital Banking; Bolajoko Agunlejika, Department Head, Virtual Payment Systems, Retail & Digital Banking Group and Marilyn Tytler, Acting Department Head, Digital Banking at the official launch of the Keystone Bank “Mega Milli Giveaway” promo held at the bank’s headquarters in Lagos on Monday. The lender disclosed that the promo will run from October 1 to December 31, 2025. Speaking at…

IWFSA-FASSET Women’s Leadership Programme Reaches #1000 Women Leaders Milestone The International Women’s Forum South Africa (IWFSA) and the Finance and Accounting Services Sector Education and Training Authority (Fasset), in partnership with Duke Corporate Education (Duke CE), will mark the close-out of the IWFSA Fasset Women’s Leadership Programme (IFWLP) this month. Nolitha Fakude, IWFSA President This milestone event celebrates the programme’s impact, having successfully equipped 1,000 women leaders across the finance and accounting sector with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to drive ethical leadership, systemic change, and economic growth. Khosi Bhambisa, IFWLP Alumnus and Co-Chair of the Alumni Launched in 2022,…

Senior Lecturer Cries Out Over 10-Year Tax Remittance Scandal at AAUA, Appeals to Governor Aiyedatiwa A senior lecturer at Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko (AAUA), Ondo State, has made an impassioned plea to Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa to urgently intervene in what he describes as a “vicious circle of corruption” that has left staff members without tax clearance certificates for many years. In an exclusive interview with Apples Bite Magazine, the lecturer, whose name has been withheld for security reasons, revealed the devastating impact of the institution’s failure to remit staff taxes to the government, unpaid salaries and lack of funding. “The…

Use Secondary School Certificate Instead of Forgery – Shehu Sani File photo: Former Kaduna Central Senator, Shehu Sani … school certificate will make way politically. Former Kaduna Central Senator, Shehu Sani, has said that all a politician needs to contest elections or secure a political appointment in the country is a secondary school certificate. Sani made the comment on Monday following an investigative report by Premium Times, which revealed that the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, disowned the Bachelor of Science degree certificate in the possession of the Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, Uche Nnaji, saying the politician did not…

Nobel Prize kicks off Monday with medicine announcement File: Nobel Peace Prize The 2025 Nobel Prize season begins on Monday with the announcement of the winner in the Physiology or Medicine category. The Nobel Assembly at the Karolinska Institute in Stockholm is set to reveal, not earlier than 11:30 am (0930 GMT), who will receive the prestigious award. The Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine would be awarded to a single researcher or shared among two or three scientists who have worked in the same field. In 2024, the honour went to U.S. researchers Victor Ambros and Gary Ruvkun for…

WAFCON 2026: CAF expands teams to 16 File Photo: The new WAFCON trophy The Confederation of African Football has said that the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations finals will expand from 12 to 16 teams beginning with the 2026 edition. Coming year’s tournament in Morocco was initially planned to feature 12 nations, with qualifying already at its second and final round. However, the expansion means an additional round of qualifying may be introduced, with 11 remaining teams expected to compete for four available slots. More information are expected after CAF’s executive committee meeting, currently taking place in Kinshasa. WAFCON…

Polaris Bank Reaffirms Commitment to Service Excellence as Customer Service Week Kicks Off Polaris Bank has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to deepen delivery of exceptional customer experiences as it joins institutions across the world to celebrate 2025 Customer Service Week, themed “Mission: Possible.” The annual global event, which runs from today Monday, October 6 to Friday, October 10, is dedicated to recognising the vital role of customer service professionals and the value they bring to customers and businesses alike. Speaking to customers and staff, the Managing Director/CEO of Polaris Bank, Kayode Lawal, emphasised that excellent service remains central to the…

FIFA U-20 World Cup: Flying Eagles in knockout stage, Bameyi’s late goal Flying Eagles in knockout stage, Bameyi’s late goal. Nigeria’s Flying Eagles has moved to the Round of 16 at the ongoing 24th FIFA U20 World Cup in Chile after a spirited 1-1 draw against Colombia in the early hours of Monday. At the Estadio Fiscal de Talca, the seven-time African champions put up a determined display with goalkeeper Ebenezer Harcourt pulling off crucial saves in the 23rd and 26th minutes to keep the game level. Despite Colombia’s early pressure, the Nigerians were the more enterprising side, with Tahir…

Union Bank champions employee wellness Union Bank of Nigeria held its first ‘Stay Recharged Health Walk’, a dynamic event that affirmed the Bank’s steadfast commitment to employee well-being and sustainable workplace development. The walk kicked off at the Stallion Plaza, Union Bank’s Head Office in Marina. It concluded at the Bank’s Sports Complex at Bode Thomas Street, Surulere, tracing an energising 7.5km route through Lagos’ vibrant streets. The overwhelming participation and enthusiasm from employees from diverse departments and locations made it a celebration of physical fitness, mental health, and the power of community spirit. ‘Stay Recharged’ is a featured event…

World Teachers’ Day: Ekiti Governor Extends Teachers’ Retirement Age To 65 Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji Oyebanji lauded for achievements in the education sector, such as: .  Free and compulsory education in the state . Appointing retired teachers as political office holders Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji has approved the immediate extension of the retirement age of teachers in the state from 60 years to 65 years and service year raised from 35 to 40 years. The Governor also rewarded outstanding teachers in the state with cash gifts totalling N46 million, approved upward review of Science Teachers and…