By Ayomide Otitoju In a bold step towards fostering inclusivity, Fidelity Bank Plc has unveiled the Bundles of Joy initiative, a program designed to provide enriching experiences for children with special needs and valuable support for their families. The inaugural session of the initiative took place over the weekend at a dedicated facility in Lekki,…
By Ayomide Otitoju As the foremost Nigerian bank, First Bank of Nigeria Limited no doubt has a history of curating products and services that not only meet the immediate and future needs of its customers. In this interview with THISDAY, the bank’s Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Olusegun Alebiosu described 2025 as the beginning of…
In a sweeping environmental move, U.S. President Joe Biden on Monday enacted a ban on offshore drilling across extensive areas of U.S. coastal waters, just weeks before President-elect Donald Trump takes office with promises to expand fossil fuel production. The ban covers the entire Atlantic coastline, the eastern Gulf of Mexico, the Pacific coastlines of…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) could continue servicing its crude-for-loan agreements until 2029, as the demand for oil by domestic refineries surges. This follows the commissioning of the Port Harcourt and Warri refineries and the $20 billion Dangote Refinery in Lagos, which have significantly increased local crude oil needs. According…
By Ayomide Otitoju Stanbic IBTC Insurance Limited, a subsidiary of Stanbic IBTC Holdings, has achieved ISO 9001:2015 certification, marking a significant milestone in its commitment to quality and operational excellence. The certification, issued by DQS Holding and recognised by IQNET, confirms that the company has implemented and maintained a robust quality management system for its…
Ghana’s outgoing President, Nana Akufo-Addo, has announced visa-free travel for all African passport holders, effective from the start of the year. The landmark decision, unveiled during Akufo-Addo’s final State of the Nation address on Friday, marks a significant step toward continental economic integration. “I am proud to have approved visa-free travel to Ghana for all…
By Ayomide Otioju At least nine people were killed and four others injured in a violent clash between villagers and Fulani settlers in Jigawa State, the police confirmed on Friday. The conflict began in Gululu village, Miga Local Government Area, when suspected Fulani individuals reportedly broke into a shop and stole hibiscus and other provisions….
A New York judge on Friday scheduled sentencing for President-elect Donald Trump in his hush money case just 10 days before his January 20 inauguration, stating he was not inclined to impose jail time. Judge Juan Merchan, presiding over the historic case that made Trump the first former U.S. president ever convicted of a crime,…
By Ayomide Otitoju President Bola Tinubu on Friday paid an official visit to the Oba of Lagos, His Majesty Oba Rilwan Akiolu, at the historic Iga Idunganran Palace. In a statement shared on his X (formerly Twitter) handle on Saturday, President Tinubu commended traditional institutions and their leaders for their vital role in shaping Nigerian…
