…Urges Dispatch Riders to Prioritize Safety and Regulatory Compliance at All Times. The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) today convened a high-level Strategic Road Safety and Regulatory Stakeholders’ Engagement with Courier and Dispatch Riders across Lagos State, further reaffirming the unwavering commitment of the State Government towards promoting sanity, discipline, regulatory compliance and enhanced safety on roads across the metropolis. The landmark engagement was organized under the compelling and thought-provoking theme: “Ride Smart, Stay Alive”, held at the LASTMA Headquarters, Oshodi, Lagos. The event attracted a distinguished assemblage of critical stakeholders within the transportation ecosystem, including representatives of courier…
Author: Lilian Azuh
Picture this: it is payday, and you need to transfer money to a loved one or pay a utility bill. In the past, that meant rushing to the bank, standing in long queues, and hoping you’d finish before closing time. For many Nigerians, this was the reality: time- consuming, stressful, and inconvenient. But times have changed. In today’s digital era, mobile banking has become more than a convenience, it is a necessity. With mobile banking apps, you can manage your finances securely, instantly, and from anywhere. That’s where FirstMobile, FirstBank’s official mobile app, comes in. Designed with customers in mind,…
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has reaffirmed its commitment to building a coordinated and inclusive digital ecosystem in Nigeria, further strengthening its role as an ecosystem orchestrator. The Director General of NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa, was represented by the Director of Stakeholders Management and Partnerships, Dr Aristotle Onumo, disclosed this during a working visit centred on Nigeria’s startup ecosystem framework. Speaking during the visit, the DG said NITDA was established to drive coordinated and sustainable information technology development in Nigeria, leveraging both its regulatory and developmental mandates, serving as an ecosystem orchestrator that fosters collaboration, innovation, and growth across…
The Director General, National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa, presenting the Agency’s Strategic Roadmap and Action Plan (SRAP 2.0) to the Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Mr. Nadungu Gagare, during his working visit to the Agency’s Corporate headquarters in Abuja. The Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa, has reaffirmed the Agency’s commitment to deepening collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy (FMCIDE) to accelerate Nigeria’s digital transformation and strengthen policy alignment across the sector. Inuwa speaking at the courtesy visit by…
Rite Foods Limited, Nigeria’s leading food and beverage company, joins the rest of the world in celebrating this year’s International Day of Families, reaffirming its belief that stronger families are the foundation for a stronger society. With the 2026 theme, “Families, Inequalities and Child Wellbeing,” the company is drawing attention to the everyday realities many families face and the importance of creating opportunities that allow children and communities to progress. Speaking on the significance of the day, the Managing Director of Rite Foods Limited, Seleem Adegunwa, noted that supporting families is essential to sustainable national growth. “Families are at the heart of…
The 26th edition of the Milo Basketball Championship officially began with the successful conclusion of the Savannah Conference regional finals at the Sanni Abacha Indoor Sports Hall in Kano. The opening address was delivered by Mrs. Opeyemi Jaiyeola, Category Development Manager, on behalf of Mr. Gilbert Tweneboah, Category Manager. In his speech, he reflected on the journey of the initiative, noting that, “Since 1999, what started with fewer than 500 schools has grown into a national movement, now engaging over 12,000 schools annually. This growth is not by chance. It’s a result ofdedication, consistency, and the belief that every child…
Promasidor Nigeria, a leading player in Nigeria’s fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) industry, is commemorating this year’s International Day of Families with a renewed call for stronger support systems that promote child well-being and help reduce inequalities affecting families across the country. Observed globally on May 15, this year’s theme, “Families, Inequalities and Child Wellbeing,” highlights the urgent need to address disparities in access to nutrition, education, care, and opportunity factors that continue to shape the future of millions of children. For Promasidor Nigeria, the conversation goes beyond awareness. It reflects the company’s enduring commitment to nourishing families and supporting the structures that…
General Comments Wema Bank Plc has noted with concern recent media publications containing false, misleading, and wholly unsubstantiated allegations regarding the sale of certain Banana Island properties purportedly linked to the defunct Gulf Bank Plc. We unequivocally reject these claims, which are inaccurate, malicious, and clearly intended to distort the true position. For the benefit of our stakeholders—shareholders, customers, regulators, and the general public—we set out below the factual background to the transaction. The Original Exposure and Default In 2002, Wema Bank Plc (the Bank) made an inter-bank placement with Gulf Bank Plc in the sum of ₦4.6 billion. By…
The 2026 edition of The Nigeria Prize for Science and Innovation has recorded an historic milestone, attracting a record-breaking 237 entries, the highest number of submissions since the Prize was established n in 2004. The submissions were formally handed over to the Prize’s Advisory Board at a press conference in Lagos on Thursday, marking the start of the adjudication process. The handover marks the beginning of the search for Nigeria’s most innovative scientific mind, under the theme “Innovations in ICT, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Digital Technologies for Development.” The theme was a deliberate retention from the 2025 edition, which concluded…
… says digital violations have become more sophisticated The Director-General, Nigerian Copyright Commission (NCC), Dr. John O. Asein, has emphasised the significance of strategic leadership, digital transformation for effective copyright enforcement. Piracy has become more sophisticated, digital violations move across borders instantly, adding that artificial intelligence is disrupting long-held assumptions about creativity, ownership, and authorship. “In many ways, the future has arrived faster than institutions were prepared for. And this is why leadership matters, he noted. “Not leadership as title or ceremony, but leadership as clarity of thought, strength of judgment, and the courage to prepare institutions for realities that…