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Union Bank Seeks Stronger Collaboration on Climate Action at World Environment Day Symposium
Lagos – Union Bank of Nigeria, in partnership with the Nigerian Conservation Foundation (NCF), has called for greater collaboration among businesses, government, civil society and young people to tackle climate change and promote environmental sustainability.
Fidelity Bank Wins DBN Award for Expanding First-Time Credit Access to MSMEs
Lagos, Nigeria – Fidelity Bank Plc has been recognised by the Development Bank of Nigeria (DBN) with the Service Ambassadors Award for the Highest Impact on MSMEs Accessing Credit for the First Time, reaffirming its leadership in supporting small and medium-scale enterprises across Nigeria.
2027: Elders’ group aims to deliver 24 million votes for Tinubu
A group called Renewed Hope for the Elderly, which supports the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has…
NDLEA nabs China-bound businesswoman with 7.5kg Cocaine, seizes ₦12.3bn Cannabis
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has intensified its nationwide offensive against drug trafficking, intercepting a China-bound businesswoman with 7.5 kilograms of cocaine at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos.
Senate Defends State Police Bill, Says Reform Driven By National Security Needs
The Senate has defended the passage of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (Alteration) (State Police) Bill, 2026, insisting that the proposed constitutional amendment is a response to the country’s growing security challenges rather than a politically motivated initiative.
APC Mourns Passing of National Secretary’s Mother, Alhaja Sidikat Basiru at 92
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Alhaja Sidikat Basiru, the beloved mother of its National Secretary, Senator Surajudeen Ajibola Basiru, Ph.D. She died at the age of 92.
Tinubu hails Nasarawa Polytechnic for excellence in technical education
President Bola Tinubu has commended the Governing Council, management and staff of the Federal Polytechnic, Nasarawa, for transforming the institution into a centre of excellence in technical education.
Tinubu hails Benue at 50, pledges sustained support for development
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency has intercepted 4,959 kilograms of Canadian Loud cannabis valued at N12.397bn at the Apapa Port in Lagos and dismantled a syndicate that plants illicit drugs in the luggage of unsuspecting passengers at motor parks.
National Assembly least trusted Nigerian institution; overtakes Police – Report
ABUJA – AN independent report tagged ‘2026 Social Cohesion Report’ released at the weekend by the Africa Polling Institute, API, an independent, non-profit, and non-partisan opinion research think-tank, indicated that the National Assembly emerged the least trusted institution of government with 77% of Nigerians having no trust, as it overtakes the Nigerian Police Force.
Chairman AKOD Leads Ikeja Apex Leaders, Executive Council on Condolence Visit to Baba Eto
The Executive Chairman of Ikeja Local Government, Comrade Akeem Olalekan Dauda (AKOD), today led the apex leaders of Ikeja and members of the Executive Council on a condolence visit to Cardinal James Omolaja Odumbaku, following the passing of his beloved wife, Hon. Oloye Olanisimi Odumbaku, who departed this life on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, at the age of 59.