GAC Members Meet Obasa Over Proposed Lagos Electricity Law

A delegation of the Governance Advisory Council (GAC) has visited the Lagos State House of Assembly and held a meeting with the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa. The meeting which held behind closed doors on Thursday afforded a fruitful discussion concerning the proposed Lagos Electrification Agency Law which recently scaled second reading during plenary. The GAC delegation at the meeting …

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Fidelity Bank Affirms Industry Leadership with Publication of Its ISSB-Compliant Sustainability Report

In demonstration of its leadership in the Sustainability space, leading financial institution – Fidelity Bank Plc – has emerged the first bank to publish its 2023 ISSB-Compliant Sustainability and Climate Report in the Nigerian banking industry. Hosted on the bank’s website on 30 June 2024, the report provides insights into the Bank’s Governance, Strategy, Risk Management, Metrics and Targets around …

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£2.6bn Fraud: Petro Union Directors Lose Bid to Stop Trial

A Federal High Court in Lagos on Wednesday dismissed a No-Case-Submission application filed by three Directors of an oil firm, Petro Union Oil and Gas Limited, who are currently standing trial over an alleged £2.6bn fraud. The trial judge, Justice Mohammed Liman, held in his ruling over the application that the Federal Government had made out a prima facie case …

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FIRS urges states to prepare for tax reforms

The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) Chairman, Dr. Zacch Adedeji, has urged state governments to brace up for the tax reforms about to be released. Adedeji emphasised the importance of a robust Internal Generated Revenue (IGR) system at 155th Meeting of the Joint Tax Board (JTB) in Suleja, Niger State. He enjoined the state governments on the need to optimise …

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Court orders popular cleric Daddy Hezekiah to pay Polaris Bank manager N10m for human rights abuse

A Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered popular Anambra cleric and founder of Living Christ Mission, Rev. Onokogu Hezekiah (also known as Daddy Hezekiah), to pay N10 million to Polaris Bank manager, Hezekiah Duru, for violating his fundamental human rights. The cleric had filed a petition against Duru, accusing him of financial misappropriation and breach of trust, which led …

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Unveiling The Exceptional Quality Of Alhaji Muideen Okunola Kayode: A Trailblazer, Philanthropist Fit to lead Kwara-south politics in 2027 ~By Oluwaseun Fabiyi

Alhaji Muideen Okunola Kayode fondly called MOK is one of the few names that stand out in the dynamic landscape in State of harmony, Kwara State, Nigerian. MOK as he’s fondly called has given to excellence and innovation. With over decades of multifaceted trailblazing experience spanning Human Resources by empowering individuals, market women,men, organizations Artisans, and wholeheartedly, singlehandedly provided perlative …

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Rivers: Niger Delta Group Writes CJN Ariwoola, Alleges Plot by Ex-Lawmakers to Intimidate Judiciary

A Niger Delta group, Concerned Niger Delta Vanguard, has written an open letter to the Chief Justice of Nigeria, Hon. Justice Olukayode Ariwoola, alleging a plot by former lawmakers to ridicule the judiciary. The group claims that the recent transfer of cases involving the defection of 26 state lawmakers in Rivers State from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the …

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Union Bank Announces Employee Promotions, Celebrating Dedication, Excellence

Union Bank of Nigeria has announced the promotion of 337 employees across various departments. This significant milestone underscores the bank’s commitment to recognising and rewarding the hard work, dedication and outstanding contributions of its employees. At a recent town hall meeting, the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer (MD/CEO) of Union Bank, Yetunde Oni, reaffirmed the bank’s commitment to fostering a culture …

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Development Bank of Nigeria Announced as Partner for the Africa Social Impact Summit 2024

Sterling One Foundation, co-conveners of the Africa Social Impact Summit are pleased to announce the Development Bank of Nigeria (DBN) as one of its partners for the third edition of the Africa Social Impact Summit to be held from July 25 – 26, 2024 in Lagos, Nigeria. With this partnership, DBN joins an impressive list of partners, including private-sector organizations, …

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Tinubu’s Strategy on Food Security, Water Resources Development Commendable – Afenifere Group …Lauds Kyari, Utsev on outstanding performance

The Reformed Afenifere Youth Group (RAYG) has commended President Bola Tinubu for his exemplary leadership in addressing food security and water resources in the country. The group also applauded the outstanding performances of the Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Abubakar Kyari, and his counterpart in the Ministry of Water Resources and Sanitation, Professor Joseph Terlumun Utsev. In a statement …

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