Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

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…

Dangote Refinery Appreciates Tinubu, Security Chiefs, Ministers Towards Averting PENGASSAN Disruption Dangote refinery … extends heartfelt gratitude to Nigerians. … gives assurance of commitment to progress and welfare. Dangote Petroleum Refinery has expressed profound gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his timely intervention in averting what it described as “the disruptive actions of PENGASSAN” against the company. The company in a statement said the President’s leadership, through his ministers and senior government officials, ensured the restoration of order and stability to the energy sector at a critical moment. “Dangote Refinery is grateful to the President of the Federal Republic…

Access Bank Delivers Free Healthcare Services to Over 300 People in Ikotun … initiative stands to reflect Access Bank’s purpose-driven approach to business. Access Bank has reinforced its drive for inclusive development by hosting a rural health outreach in Ikotun, Lagos, under its “One Bank, One Continent – Together for Health” campaign. The outreach is part of the Bank’s wider ESG and CSI commitments to improving quality of life and driving real impact across Africa. The outreach, held recently, delivered free medical services and essential relief materials to over 300 residents of Ikotun. Services ranged from general health screenings and…

Team Brazil sets record at E1 Lagos GP Team Brazil racing at the E1 Lagos GP. Photo: E1 Studios Team Brazil sets record at E1 Lagos GP with 38 points Powered by their pole position from Saturday’s qualifying, Team Brazil ended as the winners of the E1 Lagos GP on Sunday, clinching their first win of the series in the process. Powerboat pilot Timmy Hansen proved decisive again, leading them through the group races, race off and to the final. They beat Team Blue Rising to second place while Team Drogba finished third. There was no place on the podium…

Alerts of N104,000 minimum wage spark celebration to Imo workers A file picture of Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma Alerts of N104,000 minimum wage spark celebration to Imo workers. The Imo State Government has commenced payment of the new ₦104,000 minimum wage to workers, fulfilling its earlier promise to review salaries upward. Reports stated that the state employees received alerts reflecting the new wage structure, sparking excitement and gratitude towards Governor Hope Uzodimma for the implementation. Recap Uzodimma had approved the payment of ₦104,000 for fresh government workers, ₦513,000 for medical doctors, and ₦220,000 as the entry-point salary for lecturers…

Public Offer Drive: Investors Compete for Sterling Holdco Shares Sterling Financial Holdings Company Plc. (‘Sterling Holdco’), the parent company of The Alternative Bank, Sterling Bank, SterlingFI, and a number of other novel business solutions, has witnessed a very positive response to its public offer, as investors rally for a stake in the company’s future. The public offer, launched on September 17, 2025, has quickly become one of the most talked-about opportunities in the Nigerian financial market, with analysts predicting that the offer will prove to be amongst the most lucrative in the sector’s investment landscape. The Sterling Public Offer has…

Nigerians in New York Celebrate Independence Day with Colour, Parade Nigerians attend Nigeria Independence Day Parade held in New York, US, on Saturday October 4, 2025. Credit: Ivan Yen/Facebook … parade seen as symbol of unity and pride. Nigerians across the United States on Saturday turned New York into a sea of colour, music, and patriotism as they celebrated the 2025 Nigeria Independence Day Parade and Carnival. The event brought together thousands of Nigerians and friends of Nigeria from across the U.S. and beyond. The parade procession, which stretched from East 38th Street to East 24th Street along Madison Avenue,…

World Teachers’ Day 2025: First Lady Oluremi Tinubu Lauds Teachers as ‘True Heroes,’ Nation Builders The First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, CON, has celebrated educators across the country on the occasion of World Teachers’ Day 2025, describing them as “true heroes” who shape minds, nurture dreams, and guide generations toward greatness. In a message released on Sunday, October 5, to mark the global event themed “Focusing on the Global Teacher Shortage,” Senator Tinubu emphasized the need for urgent and deliberate action to address the growing shortage of teachers worldwide. She noted that the…