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OPay Digital Services Limited (OPay), in partnership with Dolly Children Foundation (DCF), has commissioned the OPay Clean Future Project at Ebenezer Grammar School, Iberekodo, Abeokuta, Ogun State, reinforcing a shared commitment to environmental sustainability, quality education, and community development. The commissioning ceremony, held on Thursday, June 18, 2026, brought together representatives of the Ogun State Ministry of Education, school administrators, teachers, students, community leaders, volunteers, and development partners in a collective effort to promote environmental responsibility and improve learning conditions for young Nigerians.At the heart of the intervention is a newly constructed four-unit gender-sensitive toilet facility designed to provide students…

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Zamfara State Executive Governor, Dr Dauda Lawal has commended the troops for their efforts and commitment to the fight against banditry in the state. On Saturday, the Violence Crime Response Unit (VCRU) of the Zamfara Police Command successfully recovered 329 cattle and 175 sheep from bandits in the Gambanda forest in Gummi Local Government. Governor Lawal, while appreciating the troops, described the Zamfara State Police’s renewed efforts as encouraging and promising in the fight against banditry. He said, “I commend the effort of all the security operatives in Zamfara State, especially the Zamfara State Police Command, for its resilience, bravery…

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As part of activities marking World Food Safety Day, MAGGI engaged stakeholders across its value chain through a series of immersive experiences designed to deepen understanding of the journey from ingredients to table and reinforce the collective responsibility required to uphold food quality and safety. The engagements brought together suppliers, distributors, consumers, journalists, and digital content creators, reflecting MAGGI’s commitment to transparency and continuous stakeholder engagement. Through interactive sessions and firsthand experiences, participants gained valuable insights into the processes, partnerships, and standards that contribute to delivering quality products to millions of Nigerian households. During the engagements, suppliers explored MAGGI’s quality requirements…

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The Zamfara State Government is pleased to announce that His Excellency, Governor Dauda Lawal, has approved the payment of allowances/stipends to National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members serving in the state. The approval reflects the administration’s unwavering commitment to the welfare and wellbeing of corps members who are contributing to the development of various sectors across Zamfara State. The approval covers corps members from Batch A Stream I and II up to Batch C Stream I and II. Through this gesture, the government recognizes and appreciates the patriotism, dedication, and selfless service being rendered by the young graduates in education,…

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By Oludayo Oludee Olorunfemi A couple of months ago, my principal, Mrs Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya, SAN, was scheduled to travel from Lagos to Akure for an interactive meeting as part of her consultation process before contesting for the office of President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA). Today, she stands cleared to contest the election; the ban on campaigning has been lifted, with elections scheduled for 20 July 2026. However, this is not the central story. What stays with me from that trip is an unexpected lesson in leadership, vision, and the power of deliberate planning. It is a lesson that has become even more relevant…

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Leading financial institution, Fidelity Bank Plc, has reaffirmed its commitment to sustainable social impact and economic inclusion through the empowerment of women and schoolchildren in Anambra State. The landmark intervention, held recently in Awka during the 2026 Fidelity Empowerment Programme, featured the distribution of 200 sewing and grinding machines to women entrepreneurs, N25 million in seed capital support, 1,500 food packs to vulnerable households, and 250 solar-powered school bags to schoolchildren. The initiative was implemented in partnership with Healthy Living with Nonye Soludo, a Non-Governmental Organisation led by the Wife of the Governor of Anambra State, Dr. Mrs. Nonye Soludo.…

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Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has disclosed that more than 30,000 residents living with HIV are currently receiving free antiretroviral therapy, counselling, and support services in health facilities across the state. Governor Abiodun made this known on Thursday in Abeokuta during the commissioning of the Pharma-Grade Warehouse of the Ogun State Drugs and Health Commodities Management Agency. He said his administration has recorded significant milestones in the healthcare sector by repositioning the state’s health system for optimal service delivery, urging residents to take advantage of available healthcare services by visiting hospitals for proper diagnosis and treatment. According to the…

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ABEOKUTA, NIGERIA – The Technology Incubation Centre (TIC), Abeokuta, has officially unveiled a new, high-visibility landmark signboard at the primary junction leading to its industrial complex. The project is a strategic effort to elevate the hub’s corporate identity and improve navigation for domestic and international investors. The infrastructural upgrade was fully funded and donated by the Ogidi Olu Aninkan Foundation under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative. Mr. Olutunde Joseph Aninkan, Chairman of the Foundation, performed the official ribbon-cutting ceremony. Speaking at the commissioning, Mr. Aninkan emphasized the foundation’s commitment to supporting local innovation, youth entrepreneurship, and community-driven development within…

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Across Africa’s rapidly evolving financial landscape, digital payments have moved from convenience to necessity. At the centre of this transformation is Verve, a homegrown payments brand that continues to redefine how millions of consumers transact, connect, and participate in the digital economy. With over 100 million cards issued, Verve has firmly established itself as a market leader in Nigeria and a growing force across the continent, driving innovation, deepening financial inclusion, and enabling seamless commerce at scale. Verve’s leadership is anchored in its ability to deliver secure, scalable, and accessible payment solutions tailored to local realities while meeting global standards.…

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The House of Representatives Candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) vying to represent Abeokuta South Federal Constituency at the National Assembly and founder of the Toyin Amuzu Foundation, Chief Toyin Amuzu (TA), has warmly welcomed former Senator, Professor Iyabo Obasanjo, to the Peoples Democratic Party, describing her entry into the party as a major boost to the “Ogun for Ogun” project and the collective aspiration to rescue the state from years of hardship under APC. Amuzu, in a statement issued in Abeokuta, said the return of the former Ogun Central Senator to the PDP has further strengthened the growing…

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