29-08-25
For decades, Nigeria’s credit system posed significant challenges for small businesses and low-income earners, who often struggled to qualify for loans. Traditional banks demanded collaterals, guarantors, and endless paperwork, effectively shutting out a large portion of the population working in the informal economy. FirstBank’s digital lending model flipped the script. With the launch of its digital lending model, the bank eliminated collateral requirements and slashed approval times from ...
29-08-25
Access Holdings Plc has appointed Mr. Innocent Ike as its substantive Group Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, effective August 29, 2025, following regulatory approval.
In a statement issued and signed by Company Secretary, Sunday Ekwochi, on Wednesday, the company said Mr. Ike will succeed Ms. Bolaji Agbede, who has led the group in an acting capacity for the past 18 months. Agbede, who stepped in after the passing of former CEO Herbert Wigwe, will return to her p...
29-08-25
The octogenarian Pa Caleb Omotayo Omotosho and his wife, Esther Oluwayemi Omotosho, have appealed to Nigerians, Canadian governments, and other relevant stakeholders to assist at getting whereabout of their son,Mr. Ariyo Amos Omotosho, based in Ontario, Canada.
Speaking in tears and pensive mood as he narrated the circumstances surrounding the sudden disappearance of their son, Ariyo Amos Omotosho"s
father, Pa Omotosho,residing at Odo-Uro,Iyin Ekiti in Ekiti State...
26-08-25
By Bimbo Esho
Ahuja Bello’s live could be compared to one who amidst adversities remained strong and kept bouncing back.
Ahuja Bello whose real name is Ismaila Dele Bello was Born on 24th of August 1942 at Ilado Iseyin.
He attended Baptist Primary School Iseyin in 1951.
He had his primary school education at Baptist Secondary Modern School Iseyin in the year 1961 and graduated in 1963.
Having mentored under I. A El...
23-08-25
Join us this Sunday at Veno Prayer Centre (Mountain of Covenant), No. 2 Unique Community Estate, Salaye Phase 2, Iya Biodun Bus Stop, Ayede, Ogun State, Nigeria, for an encounter with the Almighty.
This week’s prophetic message is titled: “Silence Helpers – Don’t Disclose Your Helpers to Anybody.”
Scriptural focus: Genesis 37:5–11 — the story of Joseph reminds us that not every dream must be spoken, and not every helper must be exposed. Some blessings are pres...
23-08-25
Again and as usual, Olodumare (God) has won for me same way I won at High Court. My enthronement was divine and cannot be thwarted by human. I'm almost 10years on the throne as the Paramount Ruler of Iwoland. Interestingly, Iwo is moving progressively. While I commit myself to the improvement of Iwo, defend her heritage, Traditions and Culture with no criminality and barbarism, I have cleaned the dirtiest part of this great Yoruba tradition and culture to make it an envy of the world and people ...
22-08-25
By ComradeOla
History records a fascinating episode when the throne of Oyo was humbled by another Yoruba kingdom. This occurred during the reign of Alaafin Ajaka, a monarch remembered for his calmness and preference for peace. Unlike many of his predecessors who expanded Oyo’s power through wars, Ajaka believed in diplomacy and sought stability through peaceful means.
At this time, however, the Egba people, under their monarch, the Alake, had risen to prominence. ...
21-08-25
I did not have the time to make my thoughts on the recent gaffes of baba as they touch certain denominations public.
But I expressed my concerns and disapproval to some senior friends and peers whom I could engage at the time.
There is no gain saying that those were hurtful mistakes and if anything, they show that the best of men is still a man. Even in our bid to correct errors, we may become carelessly passionate that we get carried away and roll in unwanted mud...
20-08-25
By ComradeOla
It is regrettable that in this age, when the Yoruba nation should be united in tackling pressing challenges—such as insecurity, Fulani insurgency, youth unemployment, and economic stagnation—our revered traditional rulers sometimes appear entangled in supremacy struggles over chieftaincy titles.
The rivalry between the Alaafin of Oyo and the Ooni of Ife is not new. Historically, both thrones carry immense spiritual and political weight within the Y...
19-08-25
Fuji star Okiki Bright is gearing up for the release of a new album that promises to be a game-changer in the Nigerian music industry. Known for his daring creativity and powerful stage presence, the singer is preparing to unveil a project that blends deep personal storytelling with innovative sounds.
The album, which is currently being produced at Alfa P Studio, is the result of a strong collaboration between Okiki Bright and his trusted creative team. Samson Oroki, popularly cal...
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