By Ayomide Otitoju The Islamic Development Bank Institute (IsDBI) and IE University Spain, through the IE Foundation, have launched a joint initiative to develop contract models grounded in European legal frameworks and aligned with Islamic finance principles, aimed at facilitating investment in startups. The initiative seeks to design financing instruments tailored to the needs of…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Meltwater Entrepreneurial School of Technology (MEST Africa) has released its MEST Africa AgriTech Report, detailing the technologies, startups, and trends reshaping agriculture across West Africa. Produced as part of the 2024 edition of the MEST Africa Challenge (MAC) in partnership with the Norwegian Embassy in Accra, the report highlights how local…
By Ayomide Otitoju FirstBank has announced its sponsorship of the Carnival Calabar & Festival 2025, unveiling a landmark initiative with the introduction of the event’s first-ever private premium seating area. As part of its participation, the bank is constructing a 500-seater premium bleacher designed to offer enhanced comfort, safety and an elevated viewing experience for…
By Ayomide Otitoju Education District VI has held the 2025 edition of its annual Festival of Arts, Culture and Music, a celebration designed to promote cultural heritage and strengthen unity among Lagos State’s diverse communities. The event brought together students, teachers, cultural leaders and enthusiasts who showcased an array of performances reflecting Nigeria’s rich cultural…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Lagos State Education District I team delivered an impressive outing at the 19th Head of Service (HOS) Cup Final, securing second place in a display marked by determination, teamwork and competitive spirit. The event was held recently at the Onikan Stadium in Lagos. Dr. Oyetola Olufunke Idowu, Tutor General/Permanent Secretary of…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA) has issued a public advisory cautioning schools, educational institutions, and organized groups against making any payments for excursions on its transport infrastructure, including the Lagos Rail Mass Transit (LRMT) services. In a statement on Thursday, the agency emphasized that it does not charge fees, levies,…
By Ayomide Otitoju In a bid to curb rising drug and substance abuse among young people, the Lagos State Interministerial Drug Abuse Control Committee (LSIDACC), in partnership with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), on Thursday launched a two-day youth education summit in Agege. The programme, held at the Oba Sanni Komolafe Youth Centre,…
By Ayomide Otitoju Anambra State Governor Charles Chukwuma Soludo has placed education and healthcare at the centre of the state’s 2026 Budget Proposal, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to improving learning outcomes and expanding access to quality medical services. The budget earmarks ₦162.6 billion for recurrent expenditure and ₦595.3 billion for capital projects, with substantial investments…
Byn Ayomide Otitoju Digital cartels and algorithmic coordination took centre stage at the 10th Anniversary International Conference on “Antitrust Policy: Science, Practice, Education,” organised by FAS Russia in partnership with HSE University and the BRICS Competition Law and Policy Centre. Regulators from BRICS and EAEU countries, along with judges, researchers and industry experts, examined how…