Tributes have continued to pour in for renowned entrepreneur and construction magnate, Otunba Muraina Olatunji Banjoko (MOB), as he marks his 65th birthday, with the Chairman/GCEO of Adron Group, Aare Adetola Emmanuelking, leading the celebration with glowing commendation for the accomplished business leader and philanthropist. In his goodwill message, Aare Adetola Emmanuelking described the Chairman and CEO of Threeco Construction Company Limited as an icon of excellence whose remarkable contributions to business, community development, and humanity have earned him widespread admiration and enduring respect. He noted that Otunba Banjoko has distinguished himself as an accomplished entrepreneur, visionary leader, and compassionate…
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Nigerian singer and Grammy Award winner, Burna Boy, has made history with the song “Dai Dai” done in collaboration with Colombian star Shakira which has become the highest-charting World Cup song. The song has moved 25 points this week to a new peak of number 17 on the charts. This leap has made it dethrone the classic hit “Waka Waka” (A Time for Africa), a song by Shakira and Freshlyground, which was the former highest-charting World Cup song. On the Canadian Hot 100, the song peaked at number 3 this week and is currently competing for the number one spot…
The Plateau state police command has arrested three suspects in connection with the death of Ibrahim Mbaya, a model, who was allegedly beaten to death by a mob over accusations of stealing an iPhone 12. The incident occurred on July 26, in the Ring Road area of Jos north LGA, according to a statement issued by Alfred Alabo, the police spokesperson in Plateau. Police said they received a report late Sunday from the Jos University Teaching Hospital that some youths had brought in the 25-year-old model for treatment. However, the University of Jos (UNIJOS) student was pronounced dead on arrival by the doctor on…
Enugu State Government has launched a new television programme, Enugu to the World (ETTW), to showcase the state’s ongoing transformation, emerging investment opportunities and the people, policies and projects driving its development. The weekly 30-minute talk show and documentary-style current affairs programme provides an in-depth look at the transformation taking place across Enugu, with particular focus on infrastructure renewal, education and human capital development, healthcare, agriculture, tourism, business and investment, youth and sports development, women empowerment and support for small and medium-scale enterprises. Through compelling storytelling, project inspections, documentaries and interviews, ETTW presents Enugu’s development journey through the voices and…
By Henry Obiekea, Managing Director at FairMoney Microfinance Bank Nigeria’s banking industry is entering one of the most significant transformation periods since the 2005 banking consolidation exercise. The Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) ongoing recapitalisation programme is more than a regulatory requirement—it is a strategic investment in the country’s financial future. If implemented successfully, it has the potential to strengthen financial stability, deepen credit access, improve investor confidence, and support a more inclusive and resilient economy. In March 2024, the CBN announced new minimum capital requirements for commercial, merchant and non-interest banks. Under the new framework, international commercial banks are…
Eleven outstanding poetry collections have emerged on the longlist of The Nigeria Prize for Literature, selected from 223 received for the competition. The announcement, by the chairman of the Advisory Board for the Prize, Prof Akachi Adimora-Ezeigbo marks a significant milestone in this year’s competition and reflects the exceptional quality, creativity and diversity of contemporary poetry. The longlisted titles, arranged alphabetically are: Adult Love by Tanure Ojaide Bakandimiya by Saddiq Dzukogi Black Passport by Paul Akpomuje 2000 Blacks by Ajibola Tolase Ceremony for The Nameless by Theresa Lola Corpus: Animistic Verses by Ayo Oyeku Floral’s Love Colony by Tares Oburumu…
The Chairman/GCEO of Adron Group, Aare Adetola Emmanuelking, has paid glowing tribute to the Honourable Commissioner for Education, Science and Technology, Ogun State, Professor Abayomi Arigbabu, describing him as one of the foremost architects of educational transformation whose leadership continues to redefine learning and human capital development in the Gateway State. In a heartfelt birthday message, the renowned real estate entrepreneur commended Professor Arigbabu for his exceptional blend of scholarship, administrative excellence, and visionary public service, noting that his stewardship of the education sector has continued to inspire confidence in the future of education in Ogun State. According to Aare…
Photo Caption: MD/CEO, NLNG, Adeleye Falade; Sophia Horsfall, General Manager, External Relations and Sustainable Development (right); and Anne-Marie Palmer-Ikuku, Manager, Corporate Communications and Public Affairs, during the media engagement for the presentation of the Company’s 2026 Facts & Figures in Lagos. NLNG has reaffirmed its commitment to driving sustainable growth, enhancing Nigeria’s energy security and delivering long-term value through operational excellence, expansion of production capacity and strategic infrastructure development. Speaking during the interactive session, Engr. Adeleye Falade the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, highlighted the significant progress made in improving plant performance. He noted that the Company’s operational utilization…
Rite Foods Limited has unveiled its 2025 Sustainability Report, detailing progress in cutting carbon emissions, conserving water, improving energy efficiency and reducing waste, as the Nigerian food and beverage manufacturer sets an ambitious target of achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2060. The company disclosed the figures on Friday, July 22, 2026, at a media briefing at its Ikeja office, where management outlined its environmental, social and governance (ESG) performance and presented its long-term sustainability strategy. Ekuma Eze, Head of Corporate Affairs and Sustainability, said sustainability had become central to the company’s business philosophy as Rite Foods seeks to reduce its…
The United Kingdom on Monday updated its financial requirements for applicants seeking Student and Child Student visas, retaining stricter evidence rules while exempting nationals of only three African countries from submitting proof of funds at the point of application. The updated guidance, published by the UK government on its website, listed Botswana, Mauritius and Tunisia as the only African countries whose nationals will not be required to provide financial evidence upfront unless requested during the visa decision-making process. Other countries on the exemption list include Australia, Canada, China, Japan, New Zealand, Singapore, the United States, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, the…