NDLEA Intercepts Orphan, Recovers Multiple Wraps Of Cocaine

Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, have arrested a human trafficker, Mathew Bassey, who tried to export illicit drug to Dubai, United Arab Emirate by planting the drugs in the luggage of an orphan, Ms. Peter Gift Eno. Femi Babafemi, NDLEA’s Director, Media & Advocacy in a statement made available to the National Association of Online Security …

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2 Missing As Heavy Rain, Flood Wreak Havoc In Lagos

Heavy rainfall, accompanied by strong wind and flooding on Saturday wreaked havoc in different parts of Lagos metropolis. LEADERSHIP Sunday observed that residents of the state were enveloped by flood following heavy downpour that started Friday night in some parts of the state. A number of houses and roads were submerged by the flood caused by rain that lasted several …

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Buratai demands retraction, apology from Sahara Reporters over publication 

The former Chief of Army staff, Lieutenant General Tukur Buratai (Rtd) who is also the current Ambassador to Benin Republic has given Sahara Reporters a seven day ultimatum to retract and apologize publicly over what he termed ‘injurious, defamatory and fabricated lies against him.’ Buratai gave the ultimatum in a letter to the newspaper and signed by his counsel led …

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AIG Assures Hitch Free Sallah Celebrations As NAOSRE President Scores Military Low On Security

The Assistant Inspector General of Police in charge of Zone 2, comprising Lagos and Ogun States, AIG Adeleke Adeyinka Bode, has charged Commissioners of Police in-charge of the two States to be proactive in the discharge of their duties in the protection of life and property during and after the 2022  Eid-el-Kabir celebrations.  The instruction is contained in a statement signed by SP …

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Eid el Kabir: Lagos Remains Safe, Speaker Obasa Says

Speaker Mudashiru Obasa of the Lagos State House of Assembly has described the State as the relatively safest part of Nigeria adding that this feat was recorded following conscious steps by successive governments since 1999. Dr  Obasa said this on Friday in a congratulatory message to Muslims as they mark this year’s Eid-el Kabir. The Speaker noted that the celebration affords …

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Wema Bank Launches Leadership School to Re-skill and Groom Leaders

Nigeria’s most innovative bank, Wema Bank Plc, has launched the Leadership Development School as an addition to its Purple Academy to help in the overall development and transformation of its workforce. Speaking at the formal opening ceremony of the leadership school, the Managing Director/CEO of the bank, Mr. Ademola Adebise, said organisations have a huge task to optimise performance and …

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Over 2000 People From 50 Countries Set To Attend Africa Social Impact Summit  

Sterling One Foundation announced that over 2000 people have registered to participate in the premier edition of the Africa Social Impact Summit, slated to be held on July 13 and 14, 2022 at the Transcorp Hilton Hotel, Abuja.  The hybrid event which was officially announced by the Foundation and its partners at a press conference held on July 5, 2022 …

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Eva Wine Nigeria launches ‘Search for Miss Eva’

Nigeria’s No. 1 premium non-alcoholic wine drink, Eva Wine has announced the launch of the “Search for Miss Eva” contest, a 5-week Online competition to choose a new brand ambassador for Eva Wine. For five weeks, Eva Wine Nigeria is deploying an exciting online activation which will engage young ladies across Nigeria in a reality-type talent competition with intense activities …

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Zenith Bank retains position as Nigeria’s Best Commercial Bank, also scoops Best Corporate Governance Bank Award at World Finance 2022 Awards 

Zenith Bank Plc has emerged as the Best Commercial Bank, Nigeria in the World Finance Banking Awards 2022, retaining the award for a second consecutive year. The bank was also named as the Best Corporate Governance Bank, Nigeria in the World Finance Corporate Governance Awards 2022. The awards, which were presented to the Group Managing Director/Chief Executive of Zenith Bank …

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