Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

As Otunba Gbenga Daniel approaches his 70th birthday on April 6, 2026, his public life offers a rare window into the anatomy of enduring influence in Nigerian politics. Manny Ita writes about his career, defined not merely by offices held, but by tangible projects, personal networks, institutional footprints and a remarkable capacity to survive turbulence. Legacy The Impact of Gbenga Daniel’s years as Governor of Ogun State from 2003 to 2011 remains the central pillar of his public legacy. His administration pursued an ambitious development blueprint that sought to reposition the state as an industrial gateway between Lagos and the…

At 50, Adaora Umeoji Leads Zenith Bank With Vision, Compassion, And Excellence Every February widely regarded as the season of love carries a personal significance for Dame Dr. Adaora Umeoji, as it marks her birth month. But since assuming leadership of Zenith Bank, the month has evolved into something greater than a private celebration. It has become a symbol of renewed purpose, bold vision, and institutional progress under her stewardship. In an industry often measured strictly by numbers, targets, and profit margins, Dr. Umeoji stands out for her human-centered approach to leadership. She has cultivated a corporate culture grounded…

Valentine Season: Adron Homes Encourages Nigerians To Build Lasting Love Through Real Estate Adron Homes and Properties has continued its ongoing “Love for Love Promo” as part of its Valentine season initiatives, encouraging couples, families, and investors to move beyond traditional gifts by embracing shared property ownership as a lasting expression of commitment and financial stability. The company stated that the promo, which has been running throughout the Valentine period, was designed to inspire Nigerians to build long-term value and legacy through real estate investments. It noted that the initiative offers attractive discounts, flexible payment options, and a variety…

Manny Ita  – The United States government has announced plans to begin revoking the citizenship of naturalized Nigerians found to have obtained their status through fraudulent means, in what officials describe as a stricter enforcement of existing immigration laws targeting misrepresentation during the naturalization process. According to U.S. authorities, the directive focuses on cases where applicants allegedly provided false information, concealed criminal histories, falsified identities, or misrepresented key facts that would have affected their eligibility for citizenship. Officials stressed that the move is not country-specific but part of a broader crackdown on immigration fraud across multiple nationalities, although Nigerians were…

Manny Ita  – Nigeria is bracing for a decisive ruling from FIFA scheduled for Monday, February 16, on a formal protest submitted by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) against the DR Congo national football team. The decision could dramatically reshape the country’s path to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with the possibility of reinstating Nigeria into the African qualifying playoffs. The protest is understood to relate to alleged regulatory violations connected to a crucial qualifying match involving DR Congo, which Nigerian authorities argue affected the integrity of the standings. While FIFA has not publicly detailed the complaint, issues reportedly under…

Manny Ita  – Kenyan long-distance runner Ezra Kipchumba Kering has emerged winner of the 2026 Access Bank Lagos City Marathon, clinching the men’s elite title after a commanding performance over the 42-kilometre course. Kering crossed the finish line in an impressive time of 2 hours, 11 minutes, 55 seconds, securing the top prize of $50,000 in the 11th edition of one of Africa’s biggest road races. The race, which began at Ahmadu Bello Way in Eko Atlantic and ended at Victoria Island, attracted elite athletes from across the world, with thousands of spectators lining the route in the early hours…

INEC 2027 Election Dates Comply With Nigeria Constitution Calendar Elegbede Abiodun The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has addressed public concerns arising from the recently released Timetable and Schedule of Activities for the 2027 General Election, particularly regarding the dates fixed for the conduct of elections. The Commission said in a statement that the timetable was developed in strict compliance with the timelines contained in the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (as amended), the Electoral Act, 2022, and the INEC Guidelines and Regulations for the Conduct of Elections, 2022. According to the statement, the INEC Regulations…

Primate Ayodele Inaugurates Achievers 87.7FM, Third Radio Station in Lagos Elegbede Abiodun The Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, has inaugurated an urban radio station in Lagos, making it the third radio station he has established. This took place today, Friday, 13th February 2026, in commemoration of his annual thanksgiving programme, which began a few weeks ago and will end on Sunday, 15th February 2026. The event was attended by several dignitaries, including the Speaker of the Osun State House of Assembly; the Vice-Chancellor of Lagos State University of Education; the Oloto of Oto-Awori Kingdom, who donated…

Rite Foods Tasks Nigerians On Love At Valentine’s Day Rite Foods Limited, a leader in Nigeria’s food and beverage industry, has enjoined Nigerians to leverage the occasion of this year’s Valentine’s Day to embrace love, togetherness, and life’s meaningful moments. Valentine’s Day, globally recognised as a celebration of love in all its forms, presents a moment to pause, connect, and create lasting memories. Rite Foods inspires consumers to turn everyday moments into shared celebrations through kindness, connection, and the simple joy of coming together. As a company deeply rooted in enriching everyday experiences, Rite Foods is making every moment…

WEMA Bank Set To Sponsor Celebrity Performance At Couple’s Wedding In the spirit of the season of love, Wema Bank has announced the couple who will be getting a special celebrity artiste performance at their wedding on Valentine’s Day, February 14, 2026: The bride, Rita Ndukwe and the groom, Jemil Adama. Inspired by the “Evolution” theme of its upgraded ALAT App tagged “ALAT: The Evolution”, Wema Bank launched its Valentine campaign on February 1, 2026, with a focus on celebrating the journey of love across four categories: self-love, friendship, romantic relationships and marriage. “Evolution Of Love, Powered by Wema Bank”…