Author: Newsjaunts
As political permutations ahead of the 2027 governorship election in Ogun State begin to take shape, stakeholders within the All Progressives Congress (APC) are increasingly weighing strategic options capable of delivering electoral victory and ensuring balanced governance. One name gaining prominence in these considerations is Hon. Mojisola Ayodele Fatimo Adesola-Tijani, a seasoned politician, grassroots mobilizer, and former board member of the Ogun State Health Management Board. A practicing Muslim and indigene of Odogbolu and Ijebu Ode Local Governments—by birth and marriage—Adesola-Tijani is widely regarded as a strong contender for the position of Deputy Governor, particularly in a ticket led by…
Wema Bank, Nigeria’s oldest indigenous national bank, most innovative and pioneer of Africa’s first fully digital bank, ALAT, has simultaneously marked its 81st anniversary and the 9th anniversary of ALAT on Saturday, May 2nd, 2026. Adopting a different approach from its grand 80th anniversary celebration in 2025, Wema Bank is set to celebrate its 81st anniversary this year by giving back to its customers. The Bank’s anniversary celebration features rewards for customers on the ALAT App in celebration of ALAT at 9 as well as rewards for Wema Bank customers at the launch event for the 5th Season of the…
Promasidor Nigeria, one of the leading players in Nigeria’s fast-moving consumer goods industry, has celebrated Workers’ Day 2026 by recognising the dedication, resilience, and contributions of its employees, whom it describes as the foundation of the company’s growth and continued success. As workers around the country celebrate, Promasidor Nigeria reaffirmed its commitment to building a workplace where people feel supported, valued, and inspired to grow. At a colourful celebration held recently, the company brought together employees, retirees, and their families in an atmosphere filled with appreciation, pride, and shared memories. Long-serving employees who have dedicated between 10 and 25 years…
Rite Foods Limited, Nigeria’s leading food and beverage company, is joining millions around the world to celebrate International Workers’ Day 2026, recognizing the resilience, dedication, and everyday contributions of Nigerian workers. This year’s theme, “Empowering Workers in a Changing World,” speaks to an important reality that people remain at the center of every meaningful success story. For Rite Foods, it is also a reminder that behind every product, innovation, and milestone are employees whose hard work and commitment continue to drive the company forward. At Rite Foods, creating a workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and inspired has always been a priority.…
By Oladapo Sofowora For a state like Zamfara with the moniker; ‘Farming is our Pride’ is a case of a toothless bulldog who can only bark without attacking. Adjudged as the state with the most rich and arable land for agricultural works but failed to meet its full potential. The reason is not far-fetched but it’s an issue of leadership without foresight, genuineness and the can-do spirit. For years, Farmers had abandoned their fields, storage facilities were rotting and fertiliser was a luxury. This made families across the fourteen local government areas skip meals not because of banditry alone, but…
The Zamfara State Government, under the leadership of His Excellency, Governor Dauda Lawal, has approved the sum of ₦3,759,931,812.50 for the immediate rehabilitation of the Gusau Water Supply Scheme (Phase I). This forms part of the administration’s sustained efforts to address water scarcity and improve access to clean and safe water in the state capital. The approval was granted during a meeting of the State Executive Council following the submission of a memorandum by the Ministry of Works and Infrastructure, which sought urgent intervention on the deteriorating water supply system in the Gusau metropolis. The project is aimed at restoring…
Europe’s biggest club competitions reach the semi-final stage this week across the UEFA Champions League, Europa League and Conference League. First-leg ties bring heavyweight clashes, historic rivalries and breakthrough stories as the race for silverware intensifies. Fans can watch every key moment live on SuperSport on DStv and GOtv. Champions League: Giants One Step from the Final The UEFA Champions League semi-finals begin with two major first-leg encounters, both live on SS Football Plus HD (DStv Ch. 202). On Tuesday at 8:00 PM, Paris Saint-Germain host Bayern Munich in a contest many view as a final-worthy match-up. PSG arrive as…
The Federal Government is advancing a strategic partnership with China aimed at accelerating affordable housing delivery and closing Nigeria’s widening housing gap through technology-driven and scalable solutions. This follows a high-level technical study tour to Guangzhou led by Joseph Tegbe, Director-General and Global Liaison of the Nigeria-China Strategic Partnership, alongside a delegation from Family Homes Funds Limited. The delegation included the Managing Director, Abdul Mutallab Mukhtar, and Executive Director of Operations, Emeka Henry Inegbu. The engagement focused on unlocking strategic partnerships to integrate modular and prefabricated housing technologies into Nigeria’s construction ecosystem—an approach expected to significantly reduce building costs,…
The leader of the Centre for the Advocacy of Human Rights and Social Justice (CAHRSC), Olufemi Akindele, has come out strongly against what he described as a desperate and malicious smear campaign targeting Dapo Abiodun, warning that no amount of blackmail will derail the governor’s senatorial ambition. In a statement issued in Abeokuta on Monday, Akindele accused a serving Ogun senator of orchestrating a sustained campaign of lies, disinformation, and character assassination against the governor, urging the public to see through what he called a “tired script of deceit.” He specifically condemned the circulation of a document titled “31 Questions…
The ongoing redeployment of officers from different zones across the federation has generated public debate, with some narratives portraying the exercise as irregular or excessive. Recently, a group of concerned police officers, as they describe themselves, alleged an “illegal” mass transfer of 695 personnel from the Zone 2 Police Command Headquarters in Lagos. However, emerging facts indicate that the move is a strategic step toward correcting long-standing imbalances in police deployment in Nigeria. For years, zonal commands, covering different states, have experienced a concentration of personnel beyond administrative requirements. In theory, the command is a critical operational hub requiring disciplined…