By Ayomide Otitoju Fidelity Bank Plc has reaffirmed its commitment to youth empowerment, financial inclusion and entrepreneurship through a strategic partnership with the Youth Economic Intervention and De-radicalisation Programme (YEIDEP), a Federal Government-backed initiative aimed at equipping young Nigerians with skills, support and opportunities for sustainable livelihoods. Under the partnership, the bank will support the…
By Ayomide Otitoju Jamara Home has launched its “Naija World Cup Champion” campaign, offering discounts on home appliances and electronics to help Nigerians enhance their football viewing experience during the closing stages of the world’s biggest football tournament. The campaign, which runs from June 23 to July 13, is available across Jamara Home stores nationwide…
By Ayomide Otitoju Wema Bank has announced the seventh edition of its flagship innovation initiative, Hackaholics, reaffirming its commitment to supporting young innovators and strengthening Africa’s technology ecosystem. The announcement was made during a press conference held on Tuesday, July 1, 2026, at the bank’s headquarters in Lagos. Launched in 2019, Hackaholics is Wema Bank’s…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Federal Government, in collaboration with the Lagos State Government and the 57 Local Government and Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs), on Tuesday launched the Adopt-a-School: Snacks for Thought – PBAT FEEDS initiative to provide nutritious breakfast meals for primary school pupils across Lagos State. The programme, introduced under the Renewed Hope…
Paraguay produced one of the biggest upsets of the FIFA World Cup by defeating Germany 4-3 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in their Round of 32 clash in Foxborough on Monday. The South Americans held their nerve in a dramatic penalty shootout after extra time failed to separate the two sides, eliminating the 2014…
Manchester City have appointed Italian coach Enzo Maresca as their new manager, succeeding Pep Guardiola after the Spaniard’s departure at the end of the 2025–26 season. Maresca, 46, signed a three-year contract that will keep him at the Etihad Stadium until the summer of 2029. Speaking after his appointment was announced on Monday, Maresca described…
By Ayomide Otitoju Nigerian Afrobeats star Davido has announced that his sixth studio album, Oriadé, will be released on July 31, 2026, marking 15 years since he rose to prominence in the music industry. The award-winning singer unveiled the project during an exclusive interview with Billboard before confirming the announcement on his social media platforms…
Substitute Gabriel Martinelli scored a dramatic stoppage-time winner as Brazil defeated Japan 2-1 on Monday to secure a place in the FIFA World Cup Round of 16. The Arsenal winger struck in the fifth minute of added time in Houston, breaking Japanese hearts and sealing Brazil’s place in the next round after a hard-fought knockout…
By Ayomide Otitoju Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan has held high-level talks with President and Chief Executive of Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote, on plans to expand the company’s investments in the country, with discussions focusing on transport infrastructure, fertiliser production, power generation, port development and regional trade. The meeting, held at the State House…
