In celebration of Children’s Day 2025, Fidelity Bank Plc has taken a bold step toward supporting education and youth development by awarding scholarships and launching the Read2Lead Anthology—a book of essays written by young Nigerians. The event, themed “The Fidelity Fantasyland
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has established the National Credit Guarantee Company Limited (NCGC) with an initial capital of ₦100 billion. This move is set to transform Nigeria’s financial landscape by improving access to credit for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), manufacturers, and even consumers. Why the NCGC Matters
Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola In a bid to improve safety on Nigeria’s waterways, the Federal Government has donated life jackets to the Lagos State Waterways Authority (LASWA). The event took place on Wednesday at the LASWA headquarters located at the Five Cowries Terminal in Lagos. The donation, presented by the Minister […]
Dozens of students writing the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) at Government Secondary School, Namnai, in Gassol Local Government Area of Taraba State, narrowly escaped death on Wednesday evening when their examination hall collapsed during a downpour accompanied by a windstorm. According to eyewitnesses, the incident occurred around 6pm,
In a move to support entrepreneurship and economic growth, the Ikeja Local Government Area has disbursed N55 million in grants to 400 business owners. This initiative is part of a broader empowerment programme aimed at boosting local businesses and improving livelihoods. According to the council, 300 small-scale business owners received N100,000 each, while 100
The Lagos State Government has made crucial updates to the Tenancy Law to protect the rights of tenants and curb exploitative practices by landlords. The revised law focuses on fair rent practices, notice periods, and legal processes in tenancy relationships. Key Provisions of the Updated Law Advance Rent Limit
Lagos State has announced a powerful partnership with Marketing Analytics Africa (MAA) to host the 2025 African Marketing Technology & E-commerce Conference (AMTEC). The event, scheduled for May 24, 2025, will take place at the Landmark Events & Conference Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos. With the theme “Marketing in the New Economy: Data-Driven Success in
Plastic pollution Lagos The Lagos State Government has announced that it will commence full enforcement of the ban on Single-Use Plastics (SUPs) across the state beginning July 1, 2025. This initiative is part of the state’s broader commitment to sustainable environmental practices and aims to mitigate pollution, safeguard public health, and preserve ecosystems.
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has launched a ₦10 billion Access to Finance scheme under the Lagos State Market/SME Capital Options (LASMECO) initiative. The programme is a partnership between the Lagos State Government and the Bank of Industry (BOI), aimed at improving access to affordable credit for Micro, Small, and Medium […]
First Bank of Nigeria Limited, one of Nigeria’s oldest and most trusted financial institutions, has announced a major rebranding. The bank will now be officially known as FirstBank, a change that was recently approved by shareholders during an extraordinary general meeting. This rebranding is part of a strategic move to modernize the bank’s identity while […]
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