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By Adeyemi Obadimu The highly anticipated finale of Big Brother Naija Season 9 has come to a thrilling conclusion, with KellyRae emerging as the deserving winner of the popular reality show. After weeks of intense competition, strategic gameplay, and emotional moments, KellyRae has secured victory with an impressive 35.95 percent of the final vote.Throughout the season, KellyRae captivated viewers with her charm, intelligence, and undeniable wit. Her ability to form strong alliances, navigate tricky social dynamics, and remain true to herself made her a standout contestant from the start.In a nail-biting final showdown, KellyRae faced off against the formidable Wanni,…

. Pronounces Monday as work-free day for teachersOgun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has approved the construction of 12 blocks of 900 smart classrooms in four schools in each zone across the state.The four benefiting schools are Abeokuta Grammar School, Idi-Aba, Abeokuta; Ijebu-Ode Grammar School, Ijebu-Ode; Remo Secondary School, Sagamu; and Yewa College, Ilaro.The governor also approved Monday, October 6, 2024, as a work-free day to enable teachers to celebrate the day.Governor Abiodun made the announcement at this year’s Teachers’ Day celebration held at the Cultural Centre, Kuto, Abeokuta.The governor also announced the absorption of 1,000 OgunTeach scheme interns into…

Polaris Bank Limited has collaborated with the University of Ibadan (UI) and the Nigerian Conservation Foundation (NCF) on environmental conservation through a tree planting initiative.This was disclosed during a courtesy visit to the UI Vice Chancellor, Prof. Kayode Adebowale, by representatives of Polaris Bank Ltd and the Nigerian Conservation Foundation (NCF).During the visit, Polaris Executive Director, Corporate & Investment Banking, Abimbola Ozomah, mentioned that the initiative is part of the bank’s corporate social responsibility efforts.Ozomah explained that the initiative stemmed from the bank’s desire to continuously contribute positively to the environment and communities, as well as to commemorate World…

Top business partners of foremost digital solutions company, Globacom, were on Thursday celebrated at the 2024 Glo Partners Reward Night where the company presented them millions of naira in appreciation of their support, whilst looking forward to a more mutually beneficial partnership in the future. Those honoured with special packages for performances in delivering on their mandate were the top-performing partners who met the established thresholds of deliverables at the national level and across all the regions. Seventy-One partners comprising two broad categories, received millions of naira in prizes. While Category 1 comprised 22 Activation Award winners and 33 Divisional…

…Partners with Federal Ministry of Women Affairs to empower 500,000 women. Through its women-focused proposition, SARA by Wema, Wema Bank, Nigeria’s most innovative bank and pioneer of Africa’s first fully digital bank, ALAT, has partnered with the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs to launch MOWA x SARA Accelerator Programme, an initiative aimed at empowering 500,000 women across Nigeria with vocational and business management skills. SARA by Wema is Wema Bank’s women-focused proposition established with the goal of promoting gender inclusion and equality by empowering women with tailored resources, opportunities and solutions essential to enable them thrive personally and professionally. Through…

By Philip AgbeseIn Africa’s modern political landscape, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu stands out as a leader who exemplifies visionary leadership and diplomatic tact. As Deputy Speaker of Nigeria’s House of Representatives and head of Nigeria’s delegation to the Pan-African Parliament (PAP), his tenure has been marked by a relentless drive to strengthen cooperation among African nations, propel the PAP’s objectives, and foster the emergence of a new generation of African leaders.Through his work, Ben Kalu has embodied the core values of African unity, cooperation, and progress while also positioning the PAP as a vehicle for true continental integration. The…

The All Progressives Congress Akida Forum has issued a formal apology to Minister of State Defence, Bello Matawalle, for their previous protest and call for an investigation into his tenure as Zamfara State Governor.In a statement signed by Alhaji Farouq Adamu, the group also said it has expelled members who led the action to the EFCC office, including one Mahmud Mohammed. Adamu said an emergency committee was set up to investigate the protest and it was discovered that financial inducement led them to make those judgments.According to him, specifically, Mohammed refused to pay the hired crowd he took to the EFCC…

Zenith Bank, one of Nigeria’s leading financial institutions, has restored improved services across its electronic transaction channels, ensuring customers have seamless access to banking services.In a statement released on Thursday via its X handle, the bank confirmed that customers can now conveniently conduct transactions across various platforms following a recent upgrade. These enhancements follow temporary glitches caused by routine IT maintenance aimed at optimizing service delivery.Zenith Bank reiterated its commitment to providing improved services and highlighted the various channels available for customer transactions, including:- Zenith Bank Debit, Credit, and Prepaid Cards- Automated Teller Machines (ATMs)- Point of Sale (POS) Terminals-…

On behalf of the good people of Lagos East Senatorial District, it is with great joy that we extend our warmest congratulations to our esteemed leader and a distinguished member of the Governance Advisory Council (GAC), Otunba Henry Oladele Ajomale, as you celebrate your 80th birthday.Sir, we salute your remarkable legacy in party politics, public service and business. Your pivotal role in stabilising and strengthening our great party in Lagos State during your tenure as the Party Chairman, stands as a testament to your exceptional leadership. In those crucial years, your wisdom, dedication, and doggedness saw the party through challenging…

As Africa’s digital revolution charges forward, fintech is taking centre stage, driving economic growth and financial inclusion across the continent. Leading the charge is Interswitch, a key player in the African fintech landscape, who was recently announced as a sponsor of the 7th edition of the highly anticipated Nigeria Fintech Week. This national event promises to ignite conversations, spark collaboration, and inspire innovations that will shape the future of the fintech ecosystem. Slated to run from Tuesday, October 8, 2024, to Thursday, October 10, 2024, at the Landmark Event Center, Victoria Island, Lagos, this year’s edition is themed “Positioning Africa’s…