The Country Director, Women For Women International, WFWI Nigeria is mobilising stakeholders to ensure a better society for women, especially those affected or living in conflict areas. At an event marking the 25th anniversary of intervention of the organisation in Nigeria, Bukola Onyishi raised the hope that women in conflict situation cannot only live a good life, but impact their immediate environment and at a global stage. In her opening speech, Bukola lamented that “One in three women will experience physical or sexual violence during her lifetime, this is during relative peace time, so one begin to wonder about the…
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Justice Mojisola Dada of the Special Offences Court sitting in Ikeja, Lagos, on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, ordered the release of travelling documents of the trio of Kamilu Alaba Omokide, Ahmed Kuru, former Managing Director of the Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria, AMCON, and Captain Roy Ilegbodu, Arik Air Limited. The order was granted at proceeding’s today following application for the temporary release of their international passports to enable the defendants travel abroad on medical grounds. Those standing trial are former Receiver Manager, Kamilu Alaba Omokide, (first defendant), former Managing Director of AMCON, Ahmed Kuru, (second defendant) and Chief Executive…
Dangote Cement Plc has unveiled a robust sustainability scorecard that underscores its commitment to responsible growth, as the company positions Environmental, Social and Governance, ESG principles as being the heart of its drive towards becoming Africa’s most sustainable and globally competitive cement manufacturer. The company, before its shareholders and other stakeholders reaffirmed its commitment to sustainable industrialisation, while outlining sustainability strategies that align with the broader Dangote Industries Limited, DIL Vision 2030. Presenting the company’s 2025 Sustainability scorecard at its 17th Annual General Meeting in Lagos, Chairman of Dangote Cement Plc, Mr. Emmanuel Ikazoboh highlighted how sustainability has evolved in…
Justice Mojisola Dada of the Lagos State Special Offences Court in Ikeja has fixed October 15, 2026 to deliver judgement in the case involving embattled social media personality Ismaila Mustapha, popularly known as Mompha over alleged offences of conspiracy and money laundering to the tune of over N6billion, along with his company, Ismalob Global Investment Limited. Justice Dada fixed the date after taking final submissions from both prosecution and defence counsel who adopted their written addresses. The defendant and his company, Ismalob Global Investment Limited are facing an eight-count charge of conspiracy to launder funds obtained through unlawful activity, retention…
Wema Bank has unveiled the 7th edition of its flagship innovation programme, Hackaholics, introducing three competition tracks, seven innovation verticals and millions of naira in grant prizes for young Nigerian innovators. The bank unveiled the programme during a press conference at its headquarters in Lagos yesterday. The 2026 edition, themed: “Powering Possibilities,” will feature the Startup Pitch Competition, Hackathon and a newly introduced Social Impact Track, with applications now open through the Hackaholics portal. The programme invites young Africans with technology-driven solutions in seven focus areas; Financial Inclusion, Healthcare, Digital Transformation, Education, Sustainability, Social Impact and the Future of Work,…
The Assistant Inspector General of Police, AIG Olohundare Moshood Jimoh in charge of Zone 2 Command Headquarters Onikan, Lagos has reaffirmed the police’s commitment to building stronger partnerships with the youths, describing them as the nation’s hope for the future. Olohundare spoke at a-one day programme themed: The Political Intelligence Summit, Youth-Police Engagement Across the IBILE Divisions organised by the Lagos State Office Of Political Legislative And Civic Engagement, OPL & CE, in collaboration with Bureau of the Public Defender, BPD, held at the MD Abubakar Hall Zone 2 Onikan, Lagos. The Zone 2 Commander called on youths to partner…
A businessman, Sheriff Oluwo who is a fourth prosecution witness has narrated how alleged fraudster, Ufoma Joseph Immanuel failed to comply with terms of agreement reached with a businessman, Adebisi Adebutu and his firm R28 Holding Limited in $1.5million investment scam. The witness testified against the defendant alongside his company, Intermediate Investment Holding Limited during an ongoing trial of the alleged fraudster before Justice Mojisola Dada of the Special Offences Court, Ikeja on Tuesday. Oluwo was being led in evidence by Counsel to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC while testifying in an alleged $1.5million investment fraud. Led in…
A branch manager with First City Monument Bank, FCMB Plc, Ajah Branch, Mr. Osasere Bakare has been arraigned before Justice Akintayo Aluko of the Federal High Court, Lagos on Monday over alleged conspiracy to steal and unlawful removal of Post No Debit, PND, on the customer’s account and unlawful conversion of N99.8 million. The defendant was arraigned alongside one Omowumi Adewoye, in a charge marked FHC/L/178C/2026. The Police prosecutor, S. I. Iredia, of the Zone 2 Command of the Nigerian Police, Onikan, Lagos, informed the court that Osasere and Omowunmi on November 15, 2024, conspired with others still at large…
The National Orientation Agency, NOA, has reaffirmed that ethical leadership, anchored on integrity, accountability and public trust, remains the foundation for sustainable national development, urging both leaders and citizens to embrace values that strengthen institutions and promote national unity. The position was presented by the North-East Zonal Director of the agency, Nuru Yusuf Kobi, who represented the Director-General of the NOA, Lanre Issa-Onilu, during a panel session on “Ethical Leadership and National Development” at the Ethical Heroes Award Conference held in Bauchi on Saturday. According to a statement signed by the agency’s Director of Communication and Media, Bala Musa, the…
A mother walks into a store to buy a healthy snack for her child. The shelves are stocked with snacks, chocolates, and drinks, all featuring brightly coloured packaging adorned with child-friendly cartoon characters. She picks an item that displays bold nutrition claims, such as “fortified with brain-boosting vitamins for growth and vitality.” This imagery gives her confidence that she is making a healthy choice for her family. However, it does not disclose the hidden sugars, excessive sodium, and unhealthy fats that could negatively impact her child’s health. This scene occurs every day in markets and shops across Nigeria, where consumers…