Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

SME Scale Up, First Bank collaborate to Drive Success for Businesses SME Scale Up, First Bank collaborate to Drive Success for Businesses. SME Scale Up has concluded another session of its bi-monthly event on November 15, 2024. Held at the Radisson Blu Anchorage Hotel in Lagos, with both physical and virtual participation options, the event featured a strategic collaboration with First Bank to reaffirm its dedication to helping small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) overcome growth challenges and scale effectively. Themed “A Journey To Self Discovery,” the one-day workshop adopted an interactive format that leveraged real-life case studies and business simulations…

Ogun Immigration boosts ETC process Nigerian passports Ogun Immigration boosts ETC process. The Passport Control Officer (PCO) of the Ogun State Immigration Command, Mr. Sunday Olubiyi, has announced that the process for obtaining the Emergency Travel Certificate (ETC) has been streamlined for greater efficiency. This improvement is part of ongoing efforts to enhance the services offered by the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS). In an interview with NAN on Saturday, Olubiyi explained that the ETC is specifically designed for Nigerians abroad, particularly those with expired passports who require a single-journey travel certificate back to the country. “The process for obtaining the…

Gowon pleaded with Abacha to spare Obasanjo’s life in mid-night letter Former Head of State, Gen. Yakubu Gowon Gowon pleaded with Abacha to spare Obasanjo’s life in mid-night letter. Former Head of State, Gen. Yakubu Gowon says he pleaded with late Gen. Sani Abacha not to execute former President Olusegun Obasanjo for alleged coup plot in 1995. Gowon said this at the maiden edition of the Interdenominational Unity Christmas Carol and Praise Festival organised by the Plateau Government. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Obasanjo was arrested in 1995 by Gen. Sani Abacha and convicted of being part…

President Macron Praises Tinubu For Efforts In Transforming Nigeria Like He Did In Lagos Macron and Tinubu in embrace President Macron Praises Tinubu For Efforts In Transforming Nigeria Like He Did In Lagos. French President Emmanuel Macron has commended Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for channelling the same transformative energy he used in Lagos towards advancing Nigeria’s development. Macron made the statement on Thursday during a joint press conference with Tinubu in France, where the Nigerian leader has been on an official visit since Wednesday. Discussing the strengthening of bilateral ties between France and Nigeria, Macron praised Tinubu’s leadership, particularly…

FG gives out N1.2bn loan to empower 2,500 entrepreneurs in Sokoto President Bola Tinubu FG gives out N1.2bn loan to empower 2,500 entrepreneurs in Sokoto. The Federal Government has disbursed over N1.2 billion to approximately 2,500 entrepreneurs in Sokoto State as part of nationwide loan schemes introduced by the administration of President Bola Tinubu. The State Manager of the Bank of Industry for Sokoto and Zamfara States, Mrs Habiba Ismaila, disclosed this at a town hall meeting held in Sokoto on Friday. Ismaila explained that the Federal Government, in collaboration with BOI, had introduced various categories of loan schemes aimed…

Tinubu honours, celebrates Okonjo-Iweala’s reappointment as WTO DG President Bola Tinubu and Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala Tinubu honours, celebrates Okonjo-Iweala’s reappointment as WTO DG. President Bola Tinubu has hailed the reappointment of Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala as the Director-General of the World Trade Organisation for a second four-year term. In a statement released by the State House on Friday, Tinubu described the reappointment as a testament to Okonjo-Iweala’s exceptional leadership and the trust the international community places in her ability to foster sustainable global economic development. “The renowned development economist and global finance expert made history in 2021 as the first African and…

A €300m agreement reached between Nigeria, France on agriculture, food security L-R: Brigitte Macron, President Bola Tinubu, Emmanuel Macron and Senator Oluremi Tinubu during the state visit to France A €300m agreement reached between Nigeria, France on agriculture and food security. Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu and France’s President Emmanuel Macron signed two key agreements on Thursday in Paris, cementing a partnership to develop critical infrastructure and sustain long-term agriculture and food security. The agreements were signed during an economic forum at the Palais des Élysée, attended by business leaders, industry captains, state governors, and top officials from both countries, as…

Pastor Folu Adeboye empowers 5,000 elderly in South Africa Pastor Folu Adeboye, wife of the Redeemed Christian Church of God’s General Overseer, Pastor Enoch Adeboye (center), with members of the Heart of Love Foundation and beneficiaries in South Africa. Pastor Folu Adeboye empowers 5,000 elderly in South Africa. Pastor Folu Adeboye, wife of the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, has made significant strides in improving the lives of the elderly in South Africa. Through her Heart of Love Foundation, she has empowered over 5,000 elderly, offering both spiritual and material support. Celebrating its…

Rita Edochie’s son has become a barrister Rita Edochie’s son has become a barrister. Veteran Nollywood actress Rita Edochie has taken to social media to express her joy and pride as her son, Rondy Peters Chukwuemeka, officially joins the legal profession. In an Instagram post, Rita shared videos of Rondy, fondly referred to as her “last fruit,” participating in the call-to-bar ceremony alongside his colleagues. She praised her son, now officially addressed as Barrister Prophet Rondy Peters Chukwuemeka Edochie, for his intellect and achievements, calling him a “distinguished” and “outstanding” barrister. The actress declared 2024 a blessed year for her…

Zenith Bank has launched its Paris branch in grand style Zenith Bank Paris Commissioning L-R: Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun; President/Chief Executive, Dangote Group, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, GCON; Group Managing Director/Chief Executive, Zenith Bank Plc, Dame (Dr.) Adaora Umeoji, OON; Director General of the Treasury, France, Bertrand Dumont; Executive Director, Zenith Bank Plc, Mrs. Adobi Nwapa; and Founder and Chairman, Zenith Bank Plc, Jim Ovia, CFR, during the official commissioning of Zenith Bank, Paris on Wednesday. Zenith Bank has launched its Paris branch in grand style. Zenith Bank Plc has expanded its international…