Elumelu The Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) has announced a $15 million grant to support 3,000 budding entrepreneurs from 52 African countries. TEF Founder Tony Elumelu made this known on Sunday in Abuja during the unveiling of the 2025 cohort of the foundation’s Entrepreneurship Programme. He stated that each beneficiary would receive a $5,000 seed grant to kick-start their businesses. Mr Elumelu, who is also the chairman of Heirs Holdings, Transcorp, and United Bank for Africa (UBA), reaffirmed his commitment to empowering African entrepreneurs and transforming the continent’s economic landscape. According to Mr Elumelu, the foundation aims to democratise opportunity across the…
Author: Lilian Azuh
Mr. Tony Elumelu 1 Name: Anthony Onyemaechi Elumelu globally known as Tony Elumelu. 2 He is the founder of the Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF). 3 Mr. Elumelu is the chairman of UBA Group. 4 The banking guru is also the chairman of Heirs Holdings Group. 5 He is equally the chairman of Transcorp Group. 6 This revered economist was born today, March 22, 1963, in Jos, Plateau State. 7 For his invaluable contributions to Nigeria, Mr. Elumelu was decorated with the prestigious national honour of Commander of the Order of the Federal Republic, (CFR). 8 In 2020, Mr. Elumelu, a…
Asake Afrobeats star, Asake has admitted his father, Fatai Odunsi, to a specialist hospital in Ikoyi, where Chinese experts are currently attending to him, a source has confirmed. When Sunday Scoop contacted one of Odunsi’s neighbours, who had earlier led our correspondent to Asake’s childhood home in Iga Idunganran, Isale Eko, during a visit last Saturday, she confirmed that Odunsi was receiving medical care at the unnamed facility. Speaking in the local Isale Eko parlance (now translated into English), she stated, “Call me again around 6:30 pm. By then, I should have gone to their house, so I would be able to give…
Nweje Nollywood actress, Nkechi Nweje, has died after a brief illness. Nweje’s death was confirmed on Saturday by movie producer, Stanley Ajemba, popularly known as Stanley Ontop, via his Instagram handle. Ajemba paid tribute to Nweje, describing her as a vibrant actress and his best friend. He recalled their last conversation was during the Queen’s saga, where she advised him to stop. He wrote, “Nollywood in tears as we lost one of our vibrant Nollywood actresses, @nkechi.nweje, after a brief illness. “Couldn’t post since morning because it was like a dream to me. Ezigbo Nwanyi Onitsha.“Rest in peace, ma’am. My…
NLNG logo In line with its continuous improvement culture, NLNG has committed to working closely with its stakeholders to improve operational efficiency in its domestic Liquefied Petroleum Gas (DLPG) supply to the country. At an engagement session recently with stakeholders in Lagos, NLNG highlighted its plans to enhance engagement and improve operational efficiency of its LPG supply through digitalisation of some of its processes which include a new platform designed to streamline regulatory processes, optimise risk management, and enhance the buyer experience. The platform will feature IT-supported relationship management, automated issue resolution, centralised real-time payments, and improved case management systems,…
The Lagos Zonal Directorate 1 of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Thursday, March 20, 2025, re-arraigned the duo of Chinyere Monye and Ajayi Justina for an alleged N20m fraud before Justice O.O. Abike-Fadipe of the Special Offences Court sitting in Ikeja, Lagos. They were re-arraigned alongside a company, AER Global Investment LTD., on a five-count charge bordering conspiracy to steal, stealing and obtaining under false pretence to the tune of N20m. One of the counts reads: “That you, Chinyere Monye, Ajayi Justina, AER Global International, Pastor Owolabi (still at large), Ciolanky Concepts (still at large) Idudalovert (still…
In commemoration of the 2025 World Water Day, Rite Foods Limited, Nigeria’s leading food and beverage company, is reaffirming its commitment to sustainability and community well-being by distributing Bigi Premium Table Water to essential workers across key locations in Lagos. This initiative emphasizes the company’s dedication to promoting access to clean and safe water while soothing the nerves of people providing essential services. Recognising the pivotal role played by security personnel, traffic wardens, Central Business District (CBD) personnel, street sweepers, and road safety officers in keeping Lagos running smoothly, Rite Foods Limited distributed refreshing Bigi Premium Drinking Water at high-traffic…
L-R: Esther Eghobamien-Mshelis – President of UN CEDAW, Iklima Musa – Special Assistant to the Director General of NITDA, Noimot Salako – Deputy Governor Ogun state, Maryam Ciroma – former minister of women affairs, Imaan Sulaiman- Minister of Women Affairs, Josephine Anenih – former Minister of women affairs, Dr Maryam Keshinro – Permanent Secretary – Ministry of Women Affairs, recently. In a resounding commitment to bridging gender digital divide, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs (FMWA), has taken a decisive step toward closing the gender digital divide by presenting the…
The image Access Bank, a leading financial institution committed to fostering gender equality and women’s empowerment, is proud to announce that it will be honouring the distinguished Power of 100 awardees at its upcoming International Women’s Day (IWD) Conference. This landmark event, scheduled to take place on March 28, 2025, will celebrate the achievements of exceptional women who have demonstrated outstanding leadership, innovation, and impact across various industries in Africa. The Power of 100 initiative is part of Access Bank’s continuous effort to recognize and support women who are driving change, breaking barriers, and creating opportunities for others. These remarkable individuals have…
Mohbad The younger brother of the late singer, Ilerioluwa Aloba, aka Mohbad, has been arrested by operatives of the Nigeria Police on the premises of the Magistrates’ Court in the Ogba area of Lagos State. Adura was said to have been whisked away on Wednesday alongside his friend, Ibrahim Koleosho, aka King White, shortly after attending a legal proceeding regarding a phone he sold to one Damola Ayinde. PUNCH Metro reported that Mohbad’s mother, Abosede, clashed with Yomi Fabiyi during a press briefing held in January over allegations against the late singer’s brother, Adura. This followed a petition filed by…