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Celebrating the CEO of Alexis Properties Ltd,Chief Kola Osanyintola, as he adds + 1 today

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President Bola Tinubu congratulates Dr Adewale Bashir Adeniyi, Comptroller-General of the Nigerian Customs Service (NCS), on his 60th birthday.

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The President rejoices with the Comptroller-General on the milestone, marked by years of dedicated service to the nation, hard work, and a commitment to excellence. As the Customs boss, Adeniyi has instituted landmark reforms that have repositioned the NCS for efficient service delivery. He has also improved community relations, increased revenue, and enhanced trade with other countries. President Tinubu notes Adeniyi’s efforts in transforming the NCS into a globally competitive institution, culminating in his election as Chairman of the World Customs Organisation (WCO) in June 2025. The President commends the Comptroller-General for positively projecting Nigeria and Africa by providing inclusive, practical and charismatic leadership at the WCO. As the Customs boss turns 60, the President prays that God Almighty will grant him renewed strength, good health and wisdom to keep serving the nation. Bayo Onanuga Special Adviser to the President (Information & Strategy) Janua...

SOLEDOTUN ABDULKARIM-YUSUF FOUNDATION HOLDS FESTIVAL OF HOPE FOR THE BOY CHILD 2025

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The Festival of Hope for the Boy Child 2025 was truly a success story filled with love, laughter, and inspiration.  Venue: Correctional Centre for Junior Boys, Yaba, Lagos Date: Thursday, 25th December 2025 The event was beautifully hosted by the Soledotun Abdulkarim-Yusuf Foundation in collaboration with La Dots Partycity, creating a memorable experience for the boys. From left Mr Shonibare Ganiyu of Junior Correctional Centre, Mr Salu Oladayo Director Junior Correctional Centre Yaba, Hajja Soledotun Abdulkarim-Yusuf Chairman Soledotun Abdulkarim-Yusuf, Mr Abdulkarim Yusuf Trustee Soledotun Abdulkarim-Yusuf Foundation and Mr Farooq Abdulkarim-Yusuf Trustee Soledotun Abdulkarim Yusuf Foundation. The highlight of the day was the inspiring speech delivered by the Chairman/Founder, Hajja Soledotun Abdulkarim-Yusuf, who encouraged the boys to believe in themselves, embrace discipline, and remain hopeful about their future. Her...

MWUN COMMISERATES WITH ELDER ASU BEKS OVER HIS WIFE'S DEMISE

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The Maritme Workers' Union of Nigeria (MWUN) President-General, Comrade Francis Bunu Abi and his Union executives have commiserated with Chief Asu Beks over the demise of his late wife, Mrs Helen Asu Beks, whose sad event occurred on Thursday, November 13, 2025. Ina a statement signed by Comrade John Kennedy Ikemefuna, Head of Media, MWUN. Comrade Asu Beks, you know is a frontline Maritme Journalist in Nigeria and had worked with various media organizations across the country, amongst which are defunct Concord Group of Newspapers and other media houses numerous to mention. He's a veteran in the maritme industry and a respected Maritime Media Practitioner of note. The President-General of MWUN, Comrade Bunu says that the death of Mrs Helen Asu Beks is a big blow to the veteran Media juganut, whose services to the Maritme Industry cannot be overemphasized and that Asu Beks remains a friend and brother to the Maritme Workers' Union of Nigeria. He said that the deat...

Preventing Financial Crimes Amid Mounting Insecurity: Why Following the Money is Now a Survival Imperative.

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BY BLAISE UDUNZE Nigeria today faces a sobering dual reality: a deepening security crisis and an entrenched financial-crime ecosystem that quietly feeds, sustains, and normalises that crisis. Across the North, Middle Belt, and parts of the South, kidnappers, bandits, insurgent cells, political actors, compromised security agents, and a complex chain of financial facilitators operate within a shadow economy of violence, one that generates billions, claims thousands of lives, and steadily erodes the authority of the state. For over a decade, security experts and Nigeria’s international partners have warned that no meaningful progress will be made against insecurity unless the financial oxygen sustaining violence is cut off. Yet the country continues to prosecute its anti-terrorism efforts largely through military responses, as though the conflict could be resolved solely on the battlefield. What remains missing is a decisive, transparent, and politically courageou...

PICTURES AT THE WAKE KEEP OF PA OLUBUNMI PETER OSUNLALU.

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MWUN MOURNS LATE COMRADE AREMUU, CONSOLES FAMILIES

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The Maritme Workers Union of Nigeria (MWUN), under the aegis of Comrade Francis Bunu Abi mourns late fierce Revolutionary Activist, Comrade Abiodun Aremuu, whose demise occurred recently. In a press statement signed by Comrade John Kennedy Ikemefuna, Head of Media, MWUN. Comrade Aremuu would be recalled, was the founding Secretary of the Joint Action Front (JAF) and Chairman, Labour Service Coalition (LASCO), bodies where Aremuu showcased his Labour activism to the best of the Organized Labour Movements in Nigeria; spitting his fire and brimstones activism, which he exhibited during his heyday, that solidified the presence of the contemporary labour movements in Nigeria, across Africa at large and the global world. He was also a pioneer convener of the Action For Democracy (ADC) a political movement; which he was a key figure; and great contributor.  He was an embodiment of "Labour", a born labour warrior, no doubt; hence, his labour ideology and philosophy would ...

Access Holdings Reports ₦2.5 Trillion Gross Earnings in H1 2025

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 Access Holdings Plc (“the Group” or “the Company”)  today announced its half-year audited financial results for the period ended June 30, 2025. The Group’s  financial results for the half year ended June 30, 2025, reflect the resilience of our business model, the diversification of our revenue streams, and the steady progress to the execution of our five-year strategic plan.  Gross earnings increased by 13.8% year-on-year to ₦2.5 trillion in H1 2025 from ₦2.2 trillion in H1 2024, driven by strong growth in interest income which increased by 38.9% year-on-year to ₦2.0 trillion from ₦1.5 billion in H1 2024.  Net interest income also increased by 91.8% year-on-year to ₦984.6 billion in H1 2025 from ₦513.4 billion in H1 2024. Complementing this performance was a growth in net fees and commission income, which increased by 16.1% year-on-year to ₦237.7billion in H1 2025 from ₦204.7 billion in H1 2024.  Profit before tax (PBT) and profit after tax (PA...

Night of Global Excellence & Diversity: AFRO Awards 2025 Shines Bright at Harmony Gold in Los Angeles

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Celebrating Cultural Icons, Visionaries & Trailblazers Bridging Communities Worldwide Los Angeles, CA October 22, 2025— The stage is set for one of the most inspiring nights of the year as the 2025 AFRO Awards returns on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at Harmony Gold Theater located at 7655 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90046. The star-studded evening begins at 7:00 PM and will honor influential changemakers, cultural icons, and humanitarian leaders from across the globe. Founded by Taiwo Oduala, a Nigerian-born entertainment executive, filmmaker, and CEO of ODUATAJ Productions / Entertainment Inc. and the Oduataj Nonprofit Foundation, the AFRO Awards is a powerful platform curated to reward, inspire, and encourage individuals and organizations making a positive impact on global society. The AFRO Awards are designed not just to celebrate achievement, but to inspire community, encouraging future generations to uplift humanity and drive excellence on a global scale. This year...

Online Reporters Association of Nigeria in association with National Drug Law Enforcement Agency ( NDLEA) take anti drug campaign to Ojokoro Senior High School, Ijaye, Lagos .

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ORAN President, Adegbola Shehu Tijani along side members of the association created the idea to discourage youths on drug abuse which is very rampant in our society today . While addressing the students, he narrated how his close friend jumped from a seven story building after taking drugs and he died suddenly.  However, NDLEA Deputy Commander Narcotics, Mrs Titilope Ogunloye who addressed the students also addressed the students emphasized more on drug abstinence.  " I want all students here to understand that drug kills. Don't allow anyone to initiate you to illicit drugs. At this stage in your life, your education is your priority. You can be successful in life. You can achieve everything you want to achieve when you shun bad friends" She advised . She added that NDLEA is very open to re-orientate any student who is facing traumatic condition at home .  Students who were part of the lecture were from SS1, SS2 ...