By Ayomide Otitoju The Minister of Power, Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe, has announced a new phase of infrastructure development and investment mobilisation as the Federal Government shifts from immediate power-sector stabilisation to building a more resilient electricity system. Tegbe disclosed this on Monday in Abuja at a media parley marking his first 100 days in office….
By Ayomide Otitoju Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH), Lagos, came alive with music, dance and youthful energy as the YABATECH edition of Soundcity OnTour ended with the Bigi Music Competition and performances by popular artistes. The three-day campus activation, which began on September 15, featured music, talent competitions and entertainment, with emerging artistes competing for…
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has introduced a procedure allowing candidates who have lost access to their registered phone numbers or email accounts to update their contact details. The board announced the policy review on its X handle on Monday, September 21, 2026, saying eligible candidates can change their registered GSM numbers and/or…
The Federal Government has clarified President Bola Tinubu’s decision not to attend the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York, saying Vice President Kashim Shettima is representing him and leading Nigeria’s delegation. In a statement signed by the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, on Monday, the government said…
By Ayomide Otitoju Kogi State Governor Usman Ododo, former Governor Yahaya Bello and other senior government officials have visited the Abuja residence of the late former governor of the state, Ibrahim Idris, to condole with his family. The delegation included the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Abdullahi Bello, and other top government officials….
By Ayomide Otitoju Ecobank is providing retail and institutional investors across Africa with access to the ongoing Dangote Petroleum Refinery share offer through its digital banking platforms and branch network. The offer opened on September 14, 2026, and is scheduled to close on October 13, 2026. Through its pan-African network and digital banking platforms across…
By Ayomide Otitoju Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has congratulated Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, on her 66th birthday, describing her as a compassionate leader and a dependable mother of the nation. Sanwo-Olu praised Tinubu for her contributions to public service and her efforts to support women, children and vulnerable members of society. The…
By Ayomide Otitoju Lagos State and California in the United States have signed a sister state agreement aimed at strengthening collaboration in areas including technology, trade, culture, innovation and economic development. Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and California Assemblyman Matt Haney signed the agreement at a ceremony held at the Leland Stanford Mansion in Sacramento,…
By Ayomide Otitoju FirstBank has introduced FirstEase, a digital lending solution designed to help eligible customers finance selected purchases and bills through flexible repayment arrangements. The product is FirstBank’s response to the growing Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) model, allowing customers to access selected products and services without paying the full cost upfront. FirstEase operates…
