Author: Lilian Azuh

Owoh President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, today extends warm felicitations to the veteran Nollywood actor, comedian, singer and scriptwriter Mr Nkem Owoh, MON, as he marks his 70th birthday. President Tinubu celebrates Owoh’s impact on Nigeria’s entertainment industry and his legacy as one of its most beloved figures. Popularly adored by fans as “Osuofia”—a name immortalised by his iconic role in the blockbuster comedy series Ikuku 1 and 2 and Osuofia in London —Nkem Owoh has captivated audiences for decades with his wit and versatility. As a trailblazer in Nollywood and TV drama, he has garnered numerous accolades, including the…

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Aregbesola The National leader of New Nigeria Peoples Party, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, on Saturday met with the former Minister of Interior, Rauf Aregbesola, behind closed-doors. Details of what the two men discussed at the meeting held at Aregbesola’s Lagos residence could not be ascertained at the time of filing this report. Sources in the Osun State chapter of the NNPP, who preferred to remain anonymous since they were not authorised to speak at the meeting, said the politicians discussed issues around national politics.Aregbesola-backed political group, Omoluabi Progressives had recently announced its exit from the All Progressives Congress in Osun, citing victimisation,…

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Aregbesola The National leader of New Nigeria Peoples Party, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, on Saturday met with the former Minister of Interior, Rauf Aregbesola, behind closed-doors. Details of what the two men discussed at the meeting held at Aregbesola’s Lagos residence could not be ascertained at the time of filing this report. Sources in the Osun State chapter of the NNPP, who preferred to remain anonymous since they were not authorised to speak at the meeting, said the politicians discussed issues around national politics.Aregbesola-backed political group, Omoluabi Progressives had recently announced its exit from the All Progressives Congress in Osun, citing victimisation,…

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Gov Abiodun Poor power supply in the country is not only crippling hospital services but taking its toll on patients as some of them are forced to pay for electricity to access certain services. An investigation by PUNCH HealthWise shows that health workers at some Primary Healthcare Centres in Ogun State demand fuel from pregnant women before delivery. The first two words many a Nigerian toddler learnt is “Up Nepa!” This phrase has been handed down from one generation to another, portraying how deep into the bones of the nation’s power crisis. But the severity of the situation, especially as…

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By Abimbola Richard Herbert Wigwe was more than a banker—he was a visionary, who reshaped Africa’s financial landscape. As a major driving force behind Access Bank’s transformation into a global powerhouse, he revolutionised corporate banking, championed financial inclusion, and set new standards for excellence. Under his leadership, Access Holdings became a model of resilience, innovation, and expansion, solidifying its place as one of Africa’s most formidable financial institutions. One year after his passing, his legacy remains deeply woven into the fabric of the banking sector. His contributions extended beyond financial growth—he redefined what it meant to build a sustainable, customer-centric,…

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The Director General of NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa, and Ukrainian Ambassador to Nigeria, Ivan Kholostenko, during a courtesy visit to NITDA Corporate Headquarters in Abuja, recently… In its continued commitment towards the implementation of the present administration’s Renewed Hope Agenda, particularly in the area of improving governance for effective service delivery, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), is intensifying efforts to create a one-stop-shop portal for all government services. A target that is now actively being pursued by various stakeholders. The initiative aligns with the President’s directive to digitise 75% of government services by 2027. DG NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa CCIE…

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Investors Affirm Support for Fidelity Bank Plc with 238% oversubscription in the First Phase of Equity Capital Raise Leading financial institution, Fidelity Bank Plc, has announced the successful conclusion of the first tranche of its equity capital raise through its Public Offer and Rights Issue (the Combined Offer) following the completion of the capital verification exercise conducted by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), and approval of the Basis of Allotment by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). A total of 108,046 applications for 23,791,687,463 Ordinary Shares totaling ₦231,968,952,764.25 were received on the Public Offer. Out of these, 107,588 applications…

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The ongoing infrastructural development in Anambra state has received a commendation from the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Fidelity Bank, Dr Nneka Onyali-Ikpe, who was amazed that the numerous projects undertaken by Governor Charles Soludo were state-funded without plunging the state into debts. Dr Onyali-Ikpe, whose curiosity was aroused by Governor Soludo’s avalanche of massive projects during a project tour on Wednesday in Awka, stated, “I am very impressed with the quality, size, and finishing of the projects being executed in this state without borrowing from financial institutions. The Fidelity Bank boss, out of curiosity, said, “I’m interested…

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The Anambra State government mourns the passing of Hon. Justice Azuka, a member of the Anambra State House of Assembly who represented Onitsha North State Constituency I. The government commiserates with the Speaker and members of Anambra State House of Assembly, his family, and constituency, among others, and prays for God to grant his soul eternal rest. In a statement by the commissioner for Information, Law Mefor PhD, the State Government applauds the swift and decisive action of the security agencies, who worked tirelessly to apprehend the criminals responsible for the death of Hon. Justice Azuka. According to the release, the quick…

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