Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

File: Minister for Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo. Tinubu had directed four ministries — Aviation and Aerospace Development, Finance, Trade and Industry, and Justice — to jointly develop the operational structure for the leasing company. The Federal Government has moved to address the long-standing aircraft acquisition challenges facing Nigerian airlines with plans to partner the African Development Bank on a new national aircraft leasing initiative. Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, unveiled the Nigeria Aircraft Leasing Company during a stakeholders’ meeting in Abuja on Tuesday, where he described the initiative as a major breakthrough for indigenous carriers…

As Nigeria celebrates Children’s Day 2026, Rite Foods Limited, Nigeria’s leading food and beverage company, is celebrating the brilliance, creativity, and limitless potential of Nigerian children while advocating inclusive education, stronger family support, and brighter opportunities for every child. This year’s Children’s Day theme, “Inclusive for every Child’’ highlights the importance of raising children in loving environments where learning, kindness, confidence, and strong values can flourish. According to Rite Foods, every child deserves the opportunity to dream boldly and become the very best version of themselves, regardless of background or circumstance. Speaking on the significance of the celebration, the MD/CEO…

Minister of Education, Maruf Alausa, hosting children from different schools in Abuja. Photo credit: Ministry of Education The Minister of Education, Maruf Alausa, has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to providing inclusive and quality education for every Nigerian child as part of activities marking the 2026 Children’s Day celebration. Alausa pledged on Wednesday while hosting children from different schools and backgrounds, alongside disability advocate and actress Dera Osadebe, at the Federal Ministry of Education headquarters in Abuja. According to a statement issued by the minister’s media aide, Ikharo Attah, the event was organised to amplify the voices of Nigerian children…

Says values of selflessness, obedience, and generosity demonstrated during the holy season should remain. Adron Homes & Properties has celebrated Muslim faithful across Nigeria and around the world on the occasion of Eid, tasking them to continue embracing the virtues of peace, sacrifice, love, and unity that the season symbolizes. According to a statement issued by the management of Adron Homes & Properties, the company described Eid as a sacred period that promotes spiritual renewal, compassion, gratitude, and harmonious coexistence among people irrespective of tribe, religion, or social status. The foremost real estate company noted that the values of selflessness,…

… includes spelling bee contests with financial literacy questions, creating awareness and onboarding children into the Zenith Children’s Account (ZECA). Much more than commemorating the annual Children’s Day marked every 27 May, Zenith Bank Plc is championing the narrative that children are the true leaders of tomorrow. The Bank has deepened its investment in carefully curated initiatives that elevate children across education, financial literacy, health, digital inclusion, and social protection, building a generation equipped to thrive and lead. For Zenith Bank, every child matters, and the Bank’s footprint reflects a deliberate, pan-African strategy to nurture potential from the earliest age.…

Earlier this month, the couple shared the news of the arrival of their triplet sons in an emotional social media post.  Nollywood actress Mo Bimpe is enjoying a season of celebration following the birth of her triplets, as the actress has now secured a new endorsement deal. The wife of Lateef Adedimeji announced the partnership on her Instagram page while sharing a promotional video for the brand. In her post, the actress reflected on how everything people once doubted about her has now become a blessing. According to Mo Bimpe, those who doubted her expected one child, but God blessed…

File photo: Bukola Olopade “This is beyond infrastructure renewal; it is about building a complete sports ecosystem that supports talent discovery, athlete development, job creation and global competitiveness,” said Olopade.  The Federal Government has approved an extensive package of sports infrastructure projects across the country in a move aimed at transforming Nigeria’s sporting landscape and restoring key facilities to international standards. The approvals were granted through the National Sports Commission (NSC) during its Tenders Board meeting, where several landmark projects and contracts were ratified as part of a broader strategy to reposition sports as a driver of youth development and…

File photo: Babajide Sanwo-Olu The Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has celebrated the Muslims across the country, especially in Lagos on the occasion of this year’s Eid-el-Kabir celebration. Governor Sanwo-Olu, in his Eid-el-Kabir message released on Tuesday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr. Gboyega Akosile, congratulated Muslims in Lagos and advised them to continue on the path of spirituality and peaceful co-existence. He also urged Nigerians, especially Muslims, to imbibe the lessons of sacrifice made by Prophet Ibrahim and work for the peace, unity, and progress of the nation. Governor Sanwo-Olu said Eid al-Adha became…

Fidelity Bank Plc recorded 37.9 per cent growth in gross earnings to N434.95 billion in first quarter 2026 as the international commercial bank continued to expand its core banking market share. Interim report and accounts of Fidelity Bank for the three months ended March 31, 2026 released at the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) showed that gross earnings rose from N315.42 billion in first quarter 20025 to N434.95 billion in first quarter 2026, representing an increase of 37.9 per cent. The top-line performance was driven by impressive growth in the bank’s core business operations with interest incomes rising by 22.8 per cent…

NCAA The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority has temporarily suspended its “No-pay, No-service” enforcement directive against domestic airlines over outstanding statutory remittances, citing the need to protect operational stability within the country’s aviation industry. In a statement signed by the Director-General of the NCAA, Chris Najomo, on Monday, the authority said the suspension followed extensive consultations within the aviation sector and a careful assessment of prevailing industry realities. It was gathered that the decision comes amid growing concerns from operators and stakeholders that strict enforcement of the directive could worsen the financial strain already confronting airlines battling rising aviation fuel prices,…