By Ayomide Otitoju Babajide Sanwo-Olu has called on the 56 member states of the Commonwealth of Nations to deepen investment in Africa, particularly Lagos, by deploying capital, technology, and expertise to drive growth and partnerships. Speaking at the opening of the Commonwealth Trade and Investment Summit held at Mansion House in London, the governor said…
By Ayomide Otitoju Access Bank Plc has been ranked Nigeria’s most valuable brand for the fifth consecutive year by Brand Finance, reinforcing its leadership in the country’s financial services sector. The recognition was announced in the Brand Finance Nigeria 25 2026 report, which evaluates leading brands based on value, strength, and overall business performance. Access…
By Ayomide Otitoju Olakunle Aderinokun, Head of Media and Public Relations at Access Holdings Plc, has been recognised for his growing influence in shaping the corporate narrative of one of Africa’s leading financial institutions as he marks his 55th birthday. According to a report by the Online Reporters Association of Nigeria (ORAN), Aderinokun has played…
By Ayomide Otitoju Lagos State has released a new set of Cybersecurity Guidelines aimed at strengthening digital safety across businesses, public institutions, and residents as part of its broader push toward becoming a smart and globally competitive digital hub. In a statement issued on Sunday, the Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Gbenga Omotoso, said the…
By Ayomide Otitoju Abba Kabir Yusuf, Governor of Kano State, has welcomed former governor and senator, Ibrahim Shekarau, into the All Progressives Congress (APC), following Shekarau’s formal defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). In a statement issued on Sunday by the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Mustapha Muhammad, it was disclosed that arrangements are underway…
By Ayomide Otitoju Bayern Munich clinched a record-extending 35th Bundesliga title on Sunday after a commanding 4–2 comeback win over Stuttgart, with Harry Kane scoring his 32nd goal of the season to cap a dominant campaign. Despite falling behind to an early strike from Chris Führich, Bayern responded in emphatic fashion, scoring three goals in…
By Ayomide Otitoju Transmission Company of Nigeria has declared a force majeure on the Ikeja West–Osogbo 330kV transmission line following storm-related damage that disrupted operations on Thursday, April 16. In a statement issued on Sunday, the company said the incident was triggered by a severe rainstorm that caused a fault along the line, traced to…
By Ayomide Otitoju Manchester City boosted their Premier League title ambitions with a 2–1 victory over Arsenal on Sunday, tightening their grip on the race as rivals faltered at a crucial stage of the season. Arsenal, managed by Mikel Arteta, had led the standings for much of the campaign but now risk falling short in…
By Ayomide Otitoju Wema Bank has met and exceeded the recapitalisation requirements set by the Central Bank of Nigeria, reaffirming its status as a national bank and strengthening its position within Nigeria’s financial sector. The bank announced that it achieved the milestone following the successful completion of a ₦150 billion Rights Issue and a ₦50…
