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Zenith Bank Plc has announced the appointment of Dame (Dr.) Adaora Umeoji, OON, as Group Managing Director/Chief Executive with effect from June 1, 2024, subject to approval by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). She takes over from Dr. Ebenezer Onyeagwu, whose five-year term expires on May 31, 2024, after a very successful tenure. Dame (Dr.) Adaora Umeoji is the first female GMD/CEO since the inception of the bank, and her appointment is consistent with the bank’s executive transition tradition, succession plan, and strategy of grooming leaders from within.Prior to this appointment, Dr. Umeoji has been the Deputy Managing Director…

The menace of land grabbing was a major topic for debate on the floor of the Lagos State House of Assembly on Tuesday with lawmakers agreeing that a public hearing be organised as part of urgent solutions. The planned stakeholders’ meeting would be all-encompassing involving the state government, the police, the judiciary, traditional rulers and others. Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, said land grabbing has become “a serious issue that is beyond disturbing. It is chaotic. Many people have been killed, some maimed and some locked up without trial just because of the existence of some people…

MoneyMaster Payment Service Bank Limited (MMPSB), Nigeria’s leading payment service bank, is joining blue chip companies and other corporate entities across the globe to celebrate the 2024 Global Money Week from March 18 to 24, 2024. In a press statement issued on the celebration, MMPSB emphasized its commitment to the provision of top-notch banking services to its customers at all times, including payment services through wallets, savings, individual and business accounts, as well as provision of a platform for customers to buy airtime/data, pay bills and subscribe to cable television, amongst others. MMPSB said its plans for the week include…

Sahara Group Foundation, the Personal and Corporate Social Responsibility arm of Sahara Group, has once again demonstrated its dedication to fostering sustainable societies. In a recent initiative, the Foundation donated state-of-the-art medical equipment to the National Hospital, Garki; Federal Medical Centre, Jabi; and Maitama District Hospital, Maitama, Abuja. This significant contribution aligns with the Foundation’s strategic commitment to sustainability, aiming to enhance the quality of life in its host communities and beyond. Following the decommissioning of the THISDAY Dome Covid-19 Isolation and Treatment Centre in FCT-Abuja—an initiative led by a consortium of private sector organizations, spearheaded by the Sahara Group,…

The N5 billion Ogun State Intervention Palliative meant to cushion the impact of the current economic challenges in the country is having direct impacts on the people of the Gateway State. This was stated on Monday by the Special Adviser to Governor Dapo Abiodun on Media and Information, Hon. Kayode Akinmade, while speaking on an OGTV Current Affairs Program, The RoundTable. He said that through targeted interventions, the government aims to address the current economic challenges by implementing a series of phased initiatives aimed at alleviating these burdens. Governor Abiodun had recently announced N5 billion intervention funds to cushion the…

By Wale Lawal In life, it has often been said that, no matter how good or fair a man can be, you simply cannot be everybody’s friend. No doubt, you will have those who will adore you, but you will also have those who will despise you. Not everybody will love you. Yet, there will be countless of others who will be willing to take a bullet for you and show you tremendous love and respect everywhere you go. Primate Ayodele Elijah, the leader and founder of INRI Evangelical Spiritual church is a man that fits perfectly into this bill.…

Senator Solomon Adeola (APC, Ogun West) has commenced the distribution of Ramadan gifts for Muslim faithful as the fasting period enters its eight days in the month-long religious exercise. The distribution of such gifts at festive and unique periods is a tradition that the senator has kept over the years as a legislator as part of his representative functions and in fulfilment of religious doctrines of sharing and giving. The Ramadan package for Muslims that will be distributed to various Muslim organizations and mosques for their members as well as individuals in the next one week includes 20,000 bags of…

As Nigeria grapples with staggering inflation rates, reaching a distressing 31.7%, Nigerian Association of Social and Resourceful Editors, NASRE, stress that Lagos State emerges as a beacon of hope with its innovative approach to tackle the dire economic situation. In response to the escalating cost of living, Lagos has pioneered the “Ounje Eko” food markets initiative, offering discounted prices on essential commodities across the state. This groundbreaking initiative, spearheaded by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, not only alleviates the financial burden on its residents but also sets a precedent for nationwide adoption amidst the prevailing economic turmoil. The latest Consumer Price Index…

Mouka, market leader in Nigeria’s sleep industry, salutes Muslim faithfuls across the nation in commemoration of Ramadan. The foremost company is partnering with the Nigeria Society of Physiotherapy to raise awareness for the importance of quality sleep as a bedrock for overall mental and physical health during the holy month. Dr. Usman Abba Ahmed, (PT), Ph.D., MNSP, the Vice President of the Nigeria Society of Physiotherapy shared his views on the importance of quality sleep during Ramadan. He said, “Having a good quality sleep during Ramadan fasting will make you healthy and productive during the daytime. Adults should strive to…

…as CEO, Kayode Lawal highlights the indispensable contributions of women to societal progress, economic development Polaris Bank’s International Women’s Day (IWD) webinar themed: ‘Empowering Voices: Women Leading Change,’ offered a dynamic platform for insightful conversations. The 2024 International Women’s Day (IWD) theme “Inspire Inclusion,” recognizes that despite progress made, women face significant obstacles to achieve equal participation in the economy. Held on March 12, 2024, at the Bank’s Victoria Island, Lagos headquarters, the webinar featured a distinguished panel of experts who discussed various aspects of women’s empowerment and inclusivity. The event witnessed participation from customers and staff alike. The two guest…