Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Elegbede Abiodun Wema Bank, Nigeria’s oldest indigenous national bank and pioneer of Africa’s first fully digital bank, ALAT, has successfully met and surpassed the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) recapitalisation requirements, reaffirming its status as a National bank. This achievement represents a critical milestone in the Bank’s growth journey, reflecting its ability to meet regulatory expectations and its deliberate strategy to scale sustainably, strengthen its balance sheet, and reinforce its position within Nigeria’s banking sector. The milestone follows the Bank’s successful completion of a ₦150 billion Rights Issue and an additional ₦50 billion special placement in 2025, bringing its Total…

Manny Ita – Public primary and secondary schools across the Federal Capital Territory have been shut down following the commencement of an indefinite strike by the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) on Monday. The union directed its members to withdraw their services over unresolved issues with the FCT Administration, including the non-implementation of agreed welfare packages, unpaid entitlements, and delays in salary-related adjustments. According to NUT officials, repeated negotiations with authorities failed to yield concrete results, prompting the decision to embark on strike action. The shutdown has left thousands of students stranded at home, raising concerns among parents and education…

Manny Ita – The Lagos State Government has officially reinstated the monthly environmental sanitation exercise, set to commence on Saturday, April 25, across Lagos. According to the announcement, the exercise will take place on the last Saturday of every month between 6:30 AM and 8:30 AM. Unlike previous years, residents and commuters will not face any movement restrictions during the sanitation period. Authorities say the initiative is part of renewed efforts to promote cleaner surroundings, improve public health, and encourage collective responsibility in maintaining the city’s environment. Residents are expected to actively participate by cleaning their homes, surroundings, and drainage…

Manny Ita – President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the establishment of a new Police Academy campus in Erinja, Ogun State, as part of efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s security architecture and improve the quality of policing nationwide. The project, backed by an initial take-off grant of ₦15 billion, is aimed at expanding training capacity for police personnel while modernizing law enforcement education in line with global standards. The new campus is expected to complement existing institutions by providing advanced facilities, improved curriculum delivery, and increased enrollment opportunities for recruits. According to government sources, the initiative reflects a broader commitment to…

Elegbede Abiodun “Welcome to our latest single remix album titled Lokachi (Time), sung by Mr DapBoy, a Katsina State-born artist, for the love of HE PO…” ~ Tanko Followers of former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, have unveiled a new campaign song ahead of the 2027 general elections. This news platform understands that the Hausa-language Afro track titled “Lokaci,” meaning “this is the time,” was performed by Katsina-born artist, Mr DapBoy. It was introduced by the National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement Worldwide, Dr Yunusa Tanko, who also produced it under the alias DJ Funky G (80ties). Tanko disclosed…

The management of Dangote Cement Plc, Ibese Plant (DCPI), has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening partnerships with host communities and key stakeholders as part of efforts to promote sustainable development and shared prosperity across Yewa-Awori land and beyond. The Plant Director, Ayyagari Subbaraidu, made this known on Friday, April 17, 2026 while receiving a delegation of the League of Yewa-Awori Media Practitioners (LOYAMP), led by its National President, Abu-Satar Idowu Hamed, during a courtesy visit to the cement plant located in Ibese, Yewa North Local Government Area of Ogun State. Mr. Subbaraidu acknowledged the crucial role of the media in…

Elegbede Abiodun The request followed the notice issued to broadcasters by the NBC alleging a rise in breaches of the 6th Edition of the Nigeria Broadcasting Code in ‘news, current affairs, and political programming’, and threatening that it would ‘enforce strict compliance and impose sanctions for Class B breaches.’ The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project has urged President Bola Tinubu to “direct Mr Mohammed Idris Malagi, Minister of Information and National Orientation, and the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) to immediately withdraw the unlawful ‘Formal Notice’ issued last week by the NBC, which threatens sanctions against broadcast stations and presenters on…

FILE: Solar Panels “The Nigerian Electricity Management Services Agency has observed with serious safety concern the increasing number of fire incidents allegedly linked to improperly installed rooftop solar photovoltaic systems across the country.” ~ Chief Electrical Inspector of the Federation. The Federal Government, through the Nigerian Electricity Management Services Agency, has raised the alarm over the increasing number of fire incidents linked to improperly installed rooftop solar photovoltaic systems across the country. As Nigeria’s power sector continues to operate below expectations, many Nigerians are turning to solar to escape blackouts. However, cases of fire outbreaks from rooftop solar panels are…

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has announced the release of results for candidates who sat the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination on Friday, April 17, and Saturday, April 18. In a statement issued on Sunday by its spokesperson, Fabian Benjamin, the board said 1,264,940 results from the two days had been processed and made available for candidates. “The results of candidates who sat the examination on Friday, 17 April and Saturday, 18 April 2026 have now been released. “A total of 1,264,940 results from these two days are available for candidates to check/view,” the statement read. The board noted…

BUA Foods BUA Foods recorded group revenue of N1.77 trillion, up from N1.53 trillion in 2024. Shareholders lauded on the corporate governance leadership style of BUA Group chairman, Abdul Samad Rabiu, noting his approach to staff and stakeholders’ welfare. Shareholders said Rabiu has translated private enterprise and wealth into public benefits. This includes opening companies for public ownership, employee compensation and welfare schemes, and customer programs. They noted Rabiu’s shareholders’ return record and consideration for public good in products’ pricing and advocacy. Two BUA Group members, BUA Cement Plc and BUA Foods Plc, rank among the largest companies on the…