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From right: Mr. Kayode Lawal, Managing Director/CEO of Polaris Bank, receiving on behalf of the bank, Premium Membership Certificate into Nigerian-British Chamber of Commerce (NBCC) from Mr. Kayode Falowo, NBCC’s Ex-President/Chairman, Greenwich Merchant Bank in Lagos recently. Polaris Bank has been inducted a premium member of the prestigious Nigeria-British Chamber of Commerce (NBCC), marking another milestone in the Bank’s journey towards enhancing profitable trade between businesses in Nigeria and promoting global commercial partnerships with businesses in United Kingdom. The induction ceremony which took place recently in Lagos with few other enterprises has swelled current membership of the Chamber representing a…

The Kwara Agenda for Asiwaju, KWAGA, a socio-political  group based in Kwara State has commended the Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje’s led National Working Committee, NWC of the All Progressive Congress, APC for initiating and unveiling a Think Tank organization for the party.The group in a statement issued on Thursday in Ilorin, the Kwara State  capital by its Convener, Mallam Yinka Yusuf  particularly hails the composition of the pioneer management for The Progressive Institute, TPI, describing the management team as a round peg in a round hole.”We are happy that we have an intellectual resource center in our party. We are…

Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, on Thursday, revealed plans by his administration to introduce a price control mechanism in the state.Abiodun also announced the suspension of all forms of market levies, stating that only development and environmental levies would be permitted, as they are intended for the development of markets in the state.The governor disclosed this during a meeting with market leaders, led by the Iyaloja General, Mrs Yemisi Abass, at the Governor’s Office, Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta.As part of efforts to curb the rise in food prices, Abiodun stated that the state government would soon launch the operation of its Bulk…

For MultiChoice, Africa’s most-loved storyteller, an intentional strategy to educate and inform while also entertaining can have a real impact on a continent where literacy is key to improving people’s lives. The world celebrated International Literacy Day (ILD) on 8 September, a day highlighting the value of literacy and the critical importance of accessing knowledge in a way that feels comfortable. This focus is especially relevant in Africa, where understanding the mother tongue, reading, and education are crucial for empowering young people with the knowledge needed to improve their future prospects. This is why the African media and entertainment group,…

Wunmi, the widow of the late Ilerioluwa Aloba, better known as Mohbad, has penned an emotional tribute honouring their time together, stating that the singer’s passing has brought her unbearable pain.The rapper and songwriter died under mysterious circumstances on 12th September 2023. A Coroner’s Court in Ikorodu, established by the Lagos State Government, is working to uncover the circumstances surrounding the singer’s death.Key witnesses summoned by the court include Azeez Fashola, also known as Naira Marley; Samson Eletu, alias Sam Larry; Mohbad’s sister-in-law, Karimot Ogunbayo; Mohbad’s lawyer, Oluwasanmi Falade; the nurse who allegedly treated the deceased singer during this period,…

Arteta called for calm last month regarding his contract situation, insisting his focus had been on the transfer window.Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has agreed a new three-year contract at the Premier League club, ending uncertainty over his future, according to widespread reports on Thursday.The 42-year-old has been in charge of the Gunners since 2019 and has led them to successive second-place league finishes but had entered the final 12 months of his deal.Arteta called for calm last month regarding his contract situation, insisting his focus had been on the transfer window.His new deal comes on the eve of Arsenal’s Premier…

Vice President Kashim Shettima described the situation in Maiduguri as a “national calamity”.President Bola Tinubu has approved N108 billion for the 36 states of the federation to tackle flooding and other natural disaster.This was disclosed on Wednesday by Vice President Kashim Shettima at the State House in Abuja, the nation’s capital.Receiving the Speaker of the House of Representatives Speaker Abbas Tajudeen, the Vice President described the situation in Maiduguri as a “national calamity”.“The President has shown his zeal, willingness and commitment to partner with the states towards addressing these issues,” Shettima said.“Recently, he approved the release of N3 billion to…

He described the meeting as private, saying it highlighted the enduring and cherished relationship between Nigeria and the United Kingdom.  President Bola Tinubu has met with King Charles III at Buckingham Palace in London, the United Kingdom.The Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, disclosed this in a statement on Thursday.He described the meeting as private, highlighting the enduring and cherished relationship between Nigeria and the United Kingdom.“Both leaders discussed global and regional matters of shared priority, focusing on the urgent and complex challenge of climate change,” the statement said.“President Tinubu and His Majesty also explored opportunities…

The Nigerian Ports Authority said it was planning to partner with the Lagos State Government and the police to address some of the challenges facing the trucking industry.This is coming days after truckers threatened to withdraw their services over constant extortions on the port access roads.The Managing Director of NPA, Dr Abubakar Dantsoho, disclosed this in a statement on Tuesday, after meeting with a group of trucking unions and associations under the auspices of the Association of Maritime Truck Owners in Lagos.Dantsoho, who was represented at the event by the Executive Director of Marine & Operations, Engr. Olalekan Badmus, said…

Chairman of the Southern Governors Forum and Governor of Ogun State Prince Dapo Abiodun, has sympatized with his Borno State counterpart, Prof. Babagana Zulum, and the people of the State over the incident of flood that recently ravaged Maiduguri, the State capital.The Governor, in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media and Strategy, Hon. Kayode Akinmade, said the ravaging flood has caused serious humanitarian crisis in the State, which requires urgent support from all well meaning Nigerians.He said “while natural disasters of that nature were inevitable, the prompt response like that of the government of Borno and the…