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Wema Bank Has Appointed New Deputy Managing Director, Executive Director Oluwole Ajimisinmi Wema Bank Has Appointed New Deputy Managing Director, Executive Director. Wema Bank, Nigeria’s innovative leader in banking and pioneer of Africa’s first fully digital bank, ALAT, is pleased to announce the appointment of a new Deputy Managing Director and an Executive Director. These strategic appointments, approved by the Board, come as part of the bank’s commitment to ensuring strong leadership succession. The new roles will take effect on December 1, 2024, following the retirement of Mr. Oluwole Akinleye, the current Deputy Managing Director. Mr. Akinleye, whose retirement will…

Bukola Olopade’s Appointment as DG of National Sports Commission a Milestone for Nigeria’s Sports Development—Otunba Senator Gbenga Daniel Senator Otunba Gbenga Daniel, representing Ogun East Senatorial District, has expressed his heartfelt congratulations to Chief Bukola Olopade on his recent appointment as the Director General of the National Sports Commission by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The senator hailed the appointment, noting that it marks a significant milestone for sports development in Nigeria, given Olopade’s track record and commitment to advancing the sector. In a statement made public through his official X handle, Otunba Gbenga Daniel reflected on his time as the…

President Tinubu reaches Brazil for G20 summit President Bola Tinubu President Tinubu has reached Brazil for G20 summit, with some ministers. President Bola Tinubu has arrived at Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, to attend the 19th Heads of State and Government Summit of the Group of 20 (G20). The President, who arrived on Sunday at 11.03 p.m. local time, (Monday 3. 03 a.m. Nigerian time), was received by Amb. Breno Costa in the Ministry of External Relations of Brazil. He was accompanied by Mr Yusuf Tuggar, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr Idi Mukhtar Maiha, Minister of Livestock Development, and Hannatu Musawa,…

Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu Observes UN Day For The Prevention Of Child Sexual Exploitation, Abuse, And Violence, Asking Society To Take Responsibility Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu Observes UN Day For The Prevention Of Child Sexual Exploitation, Abuse, And Violence, Asking Society To Take Responsibility. On November 18th, 2024, Her Excellency Senator Oluremi Tinubu, CON, First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, joined the global community in commemorating the United Nations Day for the Prevention of, and Healing from Child Sexual Exploitation, Abuse, and Violence. This significant observance serves to underscore the severity…

UBA ready for N239.4bn fundraising to enhance African, global footprint, shares UBA is prepared to raise the sum of N239.4bn to enhance African enterprise, making its marks globally by selling shares. Africa’s Global Bank, United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, will raise N239.4 billion through a Rights Issue of 6,839,884,274 ordinary shares of 50 kobo each at N35.00 per share. This exercise coincides with the bank’s 75th anniversary, and by eyes of some analysts, UBA epitomises the continent’s rising financial prowess, providing a model for African enterprises aiming to operate on the world stage. With its roots stretching back to…

Lagos walks during International Day for Tolerance asking for unity, peace Top government officials and others at the event Lagos engages in walks during International Day for Tolerance. The Lagos State Government joined the global community in commemorating the 2024 International Day for Tolerance at the weekend with a renewed call for peace, inclusivity, and unity among its diverse population. The event, themed “Tolerance Projects the Beauty in the Diversity of Human Groups”, was held on Saturday at the Adeyemi Bero Auditorium, Alausa. Top government officials and others during the walk It featured a Walk for Tolerance from the auditorium…

President Tinubu has congratulated Aiyedatiwa on electoral victory Lucky Aiyedatiwa President Tinubu has congratulated Aiyedatiwa on electoral victory. President Bola Tinubu on Sunday felicitated Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa for winning Saturday’s governorship election held in the state. The president also commended the peaceful conduct of the process. Tinubu’s congratulatory message was conveyed in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, titled ‘President Tinubu congratulates Gov. Lucky Aiyedatiwa on election in Ondo State.’ The Independent National Electoral Commission on Sunday declared Aiyedatiwa, the candidate of the All Progressives Congress, as the winner of the election.…

Chief librarian of Nigeria gives record of more than 1m ISSN issued in 50 years National Library of Nigeria Chief librarian of Nigeria gives record of more than 1m ISSN issued in 50 years. The Chief Librarian and Chief Executive Officer of the National Library of Nigeria, Prof. Veronica Anunobi, has revealed that the institution has issued over one million International Standard Book Numbers since its inception in 1974. Anunobi also stressed that the library will continue to foster access for stakeholders in the world of knowledge production. Speaking in Abuja on Sunday ahead of the library’s 60th anniversary, Anunobi,…

Black and shine beauty, Chidimma Adetshina emerges second at Miss Universe 2024 Chidimma Adetshina Nigeria’s Black and shine beauty, Chidimma Adetshina emerges second at Miss Universe 2024. Nigeria’s representative, Chidimma Adetshina, finished as the first runner-up at the 73rd Miss Universe Competition held in Mexico. The final moments of the prestigious event at the Arena CDMX in Mexico City, Mexico announced early Sunday morning saw an electrifying face-off between Nigeria and Denmark, as the two women stood poised to claim the crown. The competition, described as one of the most thrilling in recent years, celebrated the talents, intelligence, and elegance…

Celebrations as abducted nurse escaped, spending six years in Boko Haram captivity Aisha and Fayina with young Muhammed Having spent six years in Boko Haram captivity, 42-year-old nurse, Alice Loksha has escaped. Speaking with newsmen in Maiduguri, the state capital, on Friday, the Theatre Commander of the Joint Task Force, Operation Hadin Kai, North-East, Major General Wahdi Shuaibu, said she was captured while working at a UNICEF office in Kala Balge The commander, who was represented by his deputy, Maj. Gen. Kenneth Chigbu, also announced the escape of another abducted woman, Fayina Ali, who was captured by Boko Haram insurgents…