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Alakija To Women: Your Gender Shouldn’t Be Barrier To Greatness

21.03.2026

The Founder of Famfa Oil Limited, Mrs. Folorunsho Alakija, has urged Nigerian women not be discouraged by their gender in their quest to achieve their visions. Speaking at the International Women’s Day 2026 event on Friday in Lagos, Alakija said women can be whatever they want to be with determination, support and determination. Reminiscing on...

Support Group Lauds, Stages Rally During Tinubu’s Visit To UK

21.03.2026

Members of a grassroots mobilisation movement for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, PBAT Door 2 Door Movement 2027 in the United Kingdom and Ireland chapter, on Thursday staged a solidarity rally in London to celebrate the president’s state visit to the United Kingdom. They expressed their support at a rally held at the popular Trafalgar Square...

IWD: Lagos Club Hosts Women, Young Ladies To Mark Event

21.03.2026

Western International Club, Lagos has hosted women and young ladies to a memorable evening of celebration in the Onipanu area of the state to mark this years International Women’s Day. In her remarks at the well attended, President of the club, Mrs. Omoshalewa Idowu said that the event was put together to provide an opportunity...

Clean Environment: Lagos Firms Partner On “Waste-Is-Naira” Initiative

21.03.2026

Rite Foods Limited has reinforced its commitment to environmental stewardship and regulatory compliance with the launch of its “Waste-Is-Naira” (W.I.N) initiative, in partnership with Recycle Points. According to the company, the initiative is an ambitious, community-driven programme designed to advance Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) while transforming plastic waste into a viable source of income for...

Group Hosts Train‑The‑Trainers Programme For Inclusive Learning

21.03.2026

A group, the Soulution Nest Education Initiative has hosted “Empowering Guides: A Train-the-Trainers Programme for Inclusive Learning”. The virtual event, held penultimate Saturday, brought together participants from across continents in a shared mission to advance inclusive education. Soulution Nest Education Initiative was founded by Mrs. Henrietta C. Ikediashi alongside Mrs. Olufunke Amos an ICT/ learning...

Moniepoint Flays Digital Harm Allegation, Dismisses Claim Detaining Critics

21.03.2026

Moniepoint Micro Finance Bank has broken its silence regarding recent legal developments involving allegations of coordinated digital attacks. At a well-attended media parley held recently in Lagos, the Public Relations Manager of Moniepoint, Mr. Bemigho Awala, while addressing journalists and stakeholders to clarify the bank’s position stated that his organisation has not arrested or detained...

Aliyu Calls On Muslims To Sustain Ramadan Spirit

21.03.2026

The Governor of Sokoto State, Ahmed Aliyu, has urged Muslims across the state to sustain the spirit of charity demonstrated during the holy month of Ramadan by continuing to support internally displaced persons (IDPs) even after the fasting period. Governor Aliyu reminded well-to-do individuals that Islam strongly encourages assisting the less privileged, noting that such...

CAN Wants For National Reset Amidst Insecurity

21.03.2026

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has urged Nigerians to use the occasion of Eid-el-Fitri as a turning point for national rebirth, calling for unity and collective resolve in the face of mounting economic and security challenges. In a statement on Friday, CAN President, Daniel Okoh, said that the country must seize the moment of...

Adeleke Calls For Unity In Osun

21.03.2026

Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has congratulated Muslim faithfuls in Osun State on the successful completion of Ramadan. In a statement signed by his spokesperson, Mallam Olawale Rasheed, the Governor acknowledged “the devotion, and discipline demonstrated throughout Ramadan,” noting that the holy month represents “not only abstinence but a deep commitment to compassion, social justice,...

Deportation Deal Affects Only Nigerians Lacking Legal Status In UK – Presidency

21.03.2026

The Presidency has clarified that the recently signed repatriation agreement with the United Kingdom affects only Nigerians lacking legal status in that country. Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, Temitope Ajayi, stressed that the deal, sealed between the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo and the UK’s Home Secretary, Rt Hon Shabana...