The Global Africa Business Initiative’s flagship event Unstoppable Africa 2025 will bring together Heads of State and industry to chart Africa’s path to shape the markets
Author: Seun Oriyomi Odunlami
History and tradition converged in Isara-Remo, Ogun State, as the Otun Asiwaju of Remoland and Chairman/CEO of Adron Group, Sir Aare Adetola Emmanuelking KOF, paid a courtesy visit to Bashorun Oluwole Ogunbayo, the Odemo-elect of Isara, who was recently chosen as the 38th Odemo, and is presently undergoing the customary rites ahead of his coronation. The visit was both a gesture of honour and an opportunity for Aare Adetola Emmanuelking to extend his heartfelt felicitations to the monarch-in-waiting and his close friend on his historic emergence. He described Bashorun Ogunbayo’s selection as a testimony of destiny fulfilled and the dawn…
Anambra State-born, Lagos-based insurance broker, Mr. Eugene Ofobuike, has decried mudslinging and name-calling in the Anambra political space following the forthcoming gubernatorial election in his home state. Ofobuike said that while he, like many observers, were trying to come to terms with the 4–minute video trending online as released by the Deputy Governorship Candidate of the All Progressives Congress, Senator Uche Ekwunife, which was a purported follow up to Gov Soludo’s comments days, another round of disturbing thought was thrown up by a leaked phone conversation said to have been between the Deputy Governorship Candidate and a WhatsApp user. According…
In a compelling press conference, held on Wednesday September 10, 2025, Sanda Ojiambo, Assistant Secretary-General & CEO of the United Nations Global Compact, delivered a powerful narrative about Africa’s economic potential and the upcoming Unstoppable Africa 2025 event. Addressing a global media audience, Ojiambo emphasized the strategic importance of the September 21-22 summit, positioning it as more than just a conference, but a critical platform for reshaping global economic narratives. “We see Unstoppable Africa in September as the kickoff for a series of events in the year,” Ojiambo explained. “Our primary goal is to center Africa’s possibilities, resources, people, and…
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Abeokuta, Ogun State — September 6, 2025 The Ogun State chapter of the Committee for the Defence of Human Rights (CDHR) has called for the immediate removal and prosecution of Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Ogundele Olorunwa, Area Commander of Zone 2, Abeokuta, over allegations of corruption, abuse of power, and systemic misconduct within the Nigeria Police Force. In a press statement signed by Comrade Fumbi Onifade, Chairman, and Comrade Ali Adesina, Secretary, CDHR Ogun State, the organization accused ACP Olorunwa of openly admitting that petitions submitted to his office are only approved when money is paid. The group described…
Ondo State Government is partnering with telecommunications giant, Globacom, to adopt advanced digital solutions that will enhance governance, education, security, and revenue collection. At a strategic meeting with Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa and top government officials in Akure, Globacom’s Group Lead, Enterprise Business, Mr. Adeniyi Odejobi, assured that the collaboration would enhance efficiency and productivity across the state. Odejobi explained that Globacom will deploy a Learning Management System (LMS) to benefit secondary and tertiary institutions. The company will also provide Glo Share, its sponsored data service that allows zero rated access to the LMS, enabling students to study online without…
The Ogun Integrity Group (OIG) has renewed its call for integrity in politics and governance in Ogun State, urging political actors and government institutions to place the welfare of the people above personal ambition. Speaking at a leadership meeting of the group held in Sagamu on Thursday, September 4, 2025, State Chairman, Prince Michael Adesanya, emphasized that only a governance system rooted in accountability, transparency, and inclusivity can guarantee the true dividends of democracy for citizens. “The Ogun Integrity Group, which I am privileged to lead, was founded on a simple yet profound mission: to restore integrity and selfless service…
The Lagos Edition of GITEX Nigeria 2025 witnessed several Techpreneurs, Tech Startups showing to display what they offer, Softgem was not left out, Joseph Obisanya, Head of Technical Sales at Softgem, revealed a groundbreaking banking solution that promises to transform financial technology across Africa. “Finlake allows you to own a bank – digital or traditional – within zero to six weeks,” Obasesan told Journalists at the exhibition. “We provide a complete banking infrastructure, from digital wallets to KYC modules, all integrated through simple API connections.” Discussing the platform’s unique value proposition, Obisanya emphasized its cost-effectiveness: “We’re charging just $0.54 for…
PalmPay, a leading Fintech Company in Nigeria made its appearance at the exhibition hall at the Lagos edition of GITEX NIGERIA 2025, Olorunfemi Hanson, Head of Marketing & Communications for PalmPay Nigeria, revealed the company’s aggressive expansion strategy at the recent exhibition hall. “We’re not just another financial institution,” Hanson proclaimed. “We have more products than any other financial institution in Nigeria today.” Highlighting the company’s comprehensive approach, Hanson emphasized, “We’re pushing our consumer app and business solutions across all markets in Nigeria, not just Lagos.” He added, “Every card we issue is a step towards financial inclusion.” The marketing…