02-11-24
By Owolola Adebola
In the heart of Ioso, where hope had once waned,
Rose Tope Adebambo, a name now famed.
With a heart as vast as the sky's wide expanse,
He brought to Ogbagi a renewed chance.
Crowned Ajalosi, the Oloja of light,
His reign a beacon, his deeds burning bright.
Not in riches hoarded, but in blessings bestowed,
Did his legacy root, and his kindness flow.
He saw his people, their struggles, their p...
01-11-24
The revered traditional ruler of Ogwashi-Uku Kingdom, His Royal Majesty Obi Dr. Ifechukwude Aninshi Okonjo II, faces new and intensifying threats as landgrabbers and dissidents launch a smear campaign, weaponizing baseless accusations to discredit his ongoing efforts to secure Ogwashi-Uku’s land and bring justice. This orchestrated attack on the Obi includes recent petitions to the Department of State Services (DSS) accusing him of land grabbing and other unsubstantiated claims, further amplif...
31-10-24
Lagos- 30 Ocrober 2024, as part of its commitment to sustainable finance and taking active steps towards reducing its carbon footprint, FirstBank has joined the Partnership for Carbon Accounting Financials (PCAF) to promote sustainable finance, combat climate change and advance sustainable socioeconomic development for the just transition.
PCAF is a collaboration between financial institutions worldwide to enable harmonised assessments and disclosures of greenhouse gas (GHG) emis...
31-10-24
Dr Ganiyat Popoola, who was abducted on December 27, 2023, has regained her freedom after 10 months in captivity.
Popoola, a registrar in the Department of Ophthalmology at the National Eye Centre, Kaduna State, was kidnapped alongside her husband, Squadron Leader Nurudeen Popoola, and her nephew, Folaranmi Abdul-Mugniy, who resides with them.
Following extensive negotiations with the kidnappers, her husband was released on March 8, 2024, but the doctor and Abdul-Mu...
30-10-24
President Bola Tinubu has appointed Major General Olufemi Olatubosun Oluyede as the acting Chief of Army Staff (COAS).
Oluyede will serve in the capacity of COAS until the return of Lt. General Taoreed Abiodun Lagbaja, who is currently unwell and undergoing treatment overseas.
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29-10-24
President Bola Tinubu congratulates Olori Onikepo Olufunmike Akande, OON, CON, as she joyfully marks her 80th birthday on 29 October.
A true pioneer, Onikepo Akande holds the honour of being Nigeria's first female Minister of Industry and the second female President of the Lagos Chamber of Commerce & Industry.
In celebrating her, President Tinubu highlights Olori Akande’s trailblazing record and her contributions to Nigeria’s public and private sectors.
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26-10-24
Veno Correspondent, Kayode Adoide Reports
The remains of the late James Olasehinde Asaolu, ex- Army officer who fought the Nigerian Civil War from 1967 to 1970 as a regimented Nigerian Infantry soldier has been committed to mother earth amidst fanfare.
We gathered that the deceased died on August 12th at the aged of 80 Years at Akure, Ondo State, Nigeria residence of his daughter after a brief illness
His remains was deposited in a mortuary at Igb...
25-10-24
Lagos, Nigeria – October 24, 2024 – We wish to address a misleading report circulating in the media regarding a system upgrade at FirstBank.
The message which was incorrectly interpreted and reported was sent to, and intended for our vendors only and focused on transitioning from our current I-Supplier Platform (our automated platform that connects us to suppliers) to a new Cloud-based Supplier Platform (worldclass platform for managing suppliers), to enable additional capabil...
24-10-24
Gospel music star,Buchi wasted no time in leading the house in heavenly praise, with his proficient vocals, and powerful stage presence at the ongoing Abundant Life Gospel Church 40th Anniversary last night in Lagos.
The popular and talented singer knows how to work an audience, and he easily proved just that as he led the church in thanking God for 40 years of successful ministry.
General Overseer,Dr Jane Onaolapo,a woman of God, who's proving her mettle in a male dominated world,...
24-10-24
By Ladi Ayodeji
Renowned televangelist, Apostle Joshua Selman took the center stage last night,at the Abundant Life Gospel Church 40th Anniversary event, holding at the Peace Arena,Agege, Lagos,with a riveting sermon that set the vast auditorium agog.
A thunderous applause heralded his arrival on the night as the audience expected the Apostle to deliver his usual blistering sermon. He didn't disapoint.
After the talented choir had sang some glorious songs of praise,host ,Dr...
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