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Fidelity Bank Partners YEIDEP to Empower 60,000 Students with Entrepreneurship Opportunities
Leading financial institution Fidelity Bank Plc has strengthened its commitment to youth empowerment, financial inclusion and entrepreneurship through a strategic partnership with the Federal Government-backed Youth Economic Intervention and De-radicalization Programme (YEIDEP), aimed at equipping young Nigerians with the skills, resources and opportunities needed to build sustainable livelihoods.
Access Bank UK Polo Day to Rally Global Support for Education of Vulnerable Children
London, United Kingdom | June 30, 2026 – Access Bank UK is set to bring together an influential gathering of business leaders, philanthropists, royalty and high-net-worth individuals for its annual Polo Day on July 4, 2026, in Windsor, with a renewed commitment to expanding educational opportunities for vulnerable children.
Nigeria’s First Lady, Remi Tinubu defends support for akara, boli Traders, says programme will continue despite criticism
Nigeria's First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has defended her recent remarks on empowering small-scale businesses such as akara and roasted corn, describing the initiative as part of the Federal Government's Renewed Hope Agenda aimed at improving livelihoods and reducing poverty.
Oyo Police Rescue Two Abducted Children, Arrest Four Kidnap Suspects
The Oyo State Police Command has rescued two children abducted by armed men in Lanlate, Ibarapa East Local Government Area, and arrested four suspects in connection with the crime.
Ikeja LG Empowers Pregnant Women, Nursing Mothers with Maternal and Child Wellness Programme
IKEJA, LAGOS – June 29, 2026 – The wife of the Executive Chairman of Ikeja Local Government, Mrs. Fausat Temitope Dauda, has reaffirmed her commitment to improving maternal and child healthcare through the organisation of a Maternal and Child Wellness Support Programme for pregnant women, nursing mothers and infants across the council area.
Lagos deepens partnership with UNICEF to improve emergency support for vulnerable residents
The Lagos State Government, in partnership with UNICEF, has trained government officials and other stakeholders on how to improve support for vulnerable residents during emergencies and difficult times.
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.
My administration will prioritise Egbaland’s development, says Senator Adeola
The governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the 2027 general election in Ogun State, Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, otherwise known as Yayi, has declared that his administration will prioritise the overall development of Egbaland, particularly Abeokuta, the state capital, if he is elected governor.
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.
SANWO-OLU ISSUES 72-HOUR QUIT NOTICE TO ILLEGAL OCCUPANTS ON LAGOS-BADAGRY EXPRESSWAY MEDIAN
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has issued a 72-hour ultimatum to occupants of shanties and makeshift structures erected along the median of the Lagos-Badagry Expressway, warning that a full-scale demolition exercise will commence next week.