Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Lagos NAWOJ Chairperson, Dr. Adeola Ekine inducted to Girl Guides Association …ready to celebrate105th anniversary of Nigerian Girl Guides Association The Chairperson of the National Association of Women Journalists, Lagos State Council, Dr. Adeola Ekine has been inducted into the Nigeria Girl Guides Association. The event took place on Thursday, 27 June 2024, at 9 Iyalla St, Oregun, Ikeja, Lagos where the Nigeria Girl Guides Association delegation paid a courtesy visit to the Lagos State Chapter of the National Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ) at the NUJ council. The purpose of the visit was two-fold it includes: To induct Dr.…

National MSME Awards 2024: Wema Bank Donates Brand-New Car to Winner of Outstanding MSME Clinic of the Year Wema Bank, Nigeria’s foremost innovative bank and pioneer of Africa’s first fully digital bank, ALAT, donated a brand-new car to Desoor Bags, the winner of the Outstanding MSME Clinic award—female category, at the National MSME Awards Night 2024. This Award Ceremony was held at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Thursday 27th June 2024, to commemorate World MSME Day. The International MSMEs Day and MSME Awards Night 2024 is a twofold event organised by the Federal Government of Nigeria through the Office…

Hajj: Jigawa State First Lady Honoured With Royal Reception In Saudi Arabia Hajiya Hasiya Umar Namadi was received alongside several other distinguished guests from 90 countries, during the just concluded 2024 Hajj. In a remarkable display of international diplomacy and cultural exchange, the First Lady of Jigawa State, Hajiya Hadiza Umar Namadi, was warmly received by His Majesty, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia. Hajiya Hasiya Umar Namadi was received alongside several other distinguished guests from 90 countries, during the just concluded 2024 Hajj. A statement by the Special Assistant, Media Affairs to the Jigawa State Governor,…

On Their Birthdays, Oshiomhole Extols Virtues Of Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu And Wife Senator Adams Aliyu Oshiomhole, former governor and Senator representing Edo North, has extended his warm congratulations to Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu and his wife, Prof. (Mrs) Idia Ize-Iyamu, on the occasion of their birthdays. In a statement released through his senior aide, Hon. Victor Oshioke, Senator Oshiomhole described the couple as exemplary role models whose ethics, morality, and humility have greatly impacted society. “Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu and his wife, Prof. Idia Ize-Iyamu, are shining examples of individuals whose lives have made our society a better place,” Senator Oshiomhole remarked.…

Tinubu Congratulates AbdulRazak Winner…Assures Nigeria Can Become Global Leader In Technology President Bola Tinubu has said Nigeria can take the lead in Africa and even the rest of the world in science, technology, cutting-edge manufacturing, and other spheres of human pursuits with the composite ingenuity of the youth. The President enjoined Nigerians not to relent in applying the resources of their talents in any given area, as his administration remains committed to providing support and giving flight to their dreams. A press statement issued by Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, informed that Tinubu spoke…

UBA@75: A LEGACY OF VISION, DEDICATION, AND INNOVATION UBA@75: A Legacy of Vision, Dedication, and Innovation In a world where institutions rise and fall, the United Bank for Africa (UBA) stands tall, celebrating 75 years of unwavering commitment to excellence. Since its inception in 1949, UBA has been a beacon of hope, trust, and reliability, adapting to the changing tides of technology and innovation. With a clear vision and purpose, UBA has consistently focused on supporting and transforming businesses across Africa, particularly in the critical SME space. The bank’s dedication to its customers, embodied in its C1st Philosophy, has built…

JAMB releases UTME supplementary results The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has released the results of candidates who participated in the supplementary Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination conducted between June 21 and 22, 2024. This board’s spokesperson, Dr Fabian Benjamin, stated this in a statement in Abuja on Friday. According to JAMB, 28,835 applicants who were not able to provide biometric verification during the main 2024 UTME took the supplementary exam. In a similar vein, the board stated that students who were given a second opportunity to take the exam but were suspected of engaging in examination misconduct during the main…

Biden struggles in fiery debate with Trump A halting Joe Biden struggled Thursday to allay concerns he is too old for a second term in the White House in a fiery debate with Donald Trump marked by personal insults. A bombastic Trump lashed out at his successor, calling him a failure on the economy and the world stage.Biden looked to hit back, but his delivery was faltering as he spoke rapidly in a raspy, trailing-off voice, stumbled on his words and stared open-mouthed.His performance, after he spent the week secluded in preparation, sparked new concern within his Democratic Party as…

President Tinubu exposes Nigeria’s big thieves Have you ever been to Italy? Whether real or virtual, a visit to Italy will hypnotise you. Italy is the canvas painted by the gods of art, architecture, culture, literature, opera, fashion, food and history, spreading through the Pope-led Vatican City, whose independent government inside another city, Rome, is called the Holy See. The god’s canvas stretches to Venice, Florence, Milan, Bologna, Siena, Verona etc, in a cuddle of concrete and sexiness. Welcome to Italy! I stiffen when politicians talk but listen when a Pope talks. Pope John XXIII, an Italian, upon retrospection about…

Tinubu approves N50,000 grant, N155bn food package for households – ICYMI President Bola Tinubu has approved the National Construction and Household Support Programme during the National Economic Council meeting on Thursday in Abuja. According to a statement issued by the presidential spokesman, Ajuri Ngelale, the programme is aimed at boosting agricultural productivity, strengthening the economy, and providing immediate economic relief for Nigerian households. Ngelale added that the programme, which was supported by the NEC, includes financial allocations and infrastructure projects across all geo-political zones in the country. He added that a key component of the programme is the approval of…