In the spirit of unity and celebration, Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State has extended heartfelt greetings to the Muslim community in commemoration of Eid-el-Maulud, the birthday of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (SAW). Governor Abiodun, in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Lekan Adeniran, said the significant occasion serves as a reminder of the values of love, compassion, and ... Read More »
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NCC Chief, Dayo Oketola, and Telecom Leaders Unite for Groundbreaking ICT Book Launch
The Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Communications Commission, Dr. Aminu Maida, has confirmed his participation as the immediate past Editor of The PUNCH, Dayo Oketola, launches a book on Information and Communications Technology evolution. The book, ‘The Catalyst: Nigerian Tech Evolution Through a Journalist’s Lens,’ will be launched on September 17, 2024, at an exaugural ... Read More »
INEC Chairman Assures Edo Voters of Transparent Election Process Ahead of Governorship Poll
The Hon. Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Mahmood Yakubu has reassured Voters in Edo State of an open and transparent process as the people troop out to vote for candidates of their choice in the upcoming Governorship Election scheduled for 21st September 2024 in the State. The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has also ... Read More »
INEC Chairman Urges Political Parties in Edo to Honor Peace Accord for Credible Elections
The Hon. Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Mahmood Yakubu has called on political parties and candidates contesting in the upcoming Edo State Governorship election scheduled for next Saturday 21st September 2024 to honor the commitments outlined in the Peace Accord they voluntarily signed. He emphasized that adhering to the agreement is essential for ensuring a peaceful ... Read More »
Nigerian Army Destroys Terrorist Stronghold, Rescues Kidnapped Students in Kaduna
In aggressive offensive operations against terrorism and insurgency, Nigerian Army troops have obliterated yet another terrorist stronghold, successfully rescuing kidnapped students,and seizing a significant cache of arms and ammunition. Troops also eliminated some insurgents, while some others were captured alive. On 12 September 2024, acting on reliable intelligence, troops stationed in Kaduna State launched a highly coordinated operation aimed at ... Read More »
First Lady Oluremi Tinubu Celebrates Nigeria’s Paralympians, Hails Their Courage and World Record-Breaking Feats
The First Lady of Nigeria Senator Oluremi Tinubu has commended Team Nigeria to the just concluded 2024 Para- Lympics in Paris noting their stellar performance have shown the true meaning of perseverance, dedication and true sportsmanship. She stated this while receiving the athletes and officials led by the Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh in her office at ... Read More »
“Sanwo-Olu’s Security Blueprint: Steering Lagos Towards Safety and Prosperity”. By Adeshina Oyetayo
Safety and security lie at the heart of the prosperity of any nation or state because significant development cannot exist without them. Lagos is Nigeria’s most important state, and like any other megalopolis, it has latent security challenges and threats that are, however, being addressed and mitigated because Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu anticipated and prepared adequately for them. One of candidate ... Read More »
First Lady Oluremi Tinubu Hails Nigeria’s Paralympic Heroes, Celebrates Record-Breaking Achievements
The First Lady of Nigeria Senator Oluremi Tinubu has commended Team Nigeria to the just concluded 2024 Para- Lympics in Paris noting their stellar performance have shown the true meaning of perseverance, dedication and true sportsmanship. She stated this while receiving the athletes and officials led by the Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh in her office at ... Read More »
Ogun State Youth Athletes Shine at 8th Nigeria Youth Games, Eyes Set on Gateway Games 2024
The Ogun State team competing at the ongoing 8th Nigeria Youth Games in Asaba, Delta State, has been praised for its dedication, talent, and resilience. Led by a group of dynamic young athletes, the team has gained widespread recognition for upholding the standard of excellence Ogun State is known for. In a statement issued by the Ogun State Commissioner for ... Read More »
GTCO Becomes First Nigerian Financial Institution to Surpass ₦1 Trillion in Profit, Achieves 206.6% Growth in H1 2024
Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc (“GTCO” or the “Group”) has released its Audited Consolidated and Separate Financial Statements for the period ended June 30, 2024, to the Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX) and London Stock Exchange (LSE). The Group reported profit before tax of ₦1.004trilion, becoming the first Nigerian financial institution to cross the ₦1trillion mark in profit. This milestone figure ... Read More »