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  • Union Bank Commemorates International Children’s Day With Barnyard Children’s Fiesta

    Union Bank Commemorates International Children’s Day With Barnyard Children’s Fiesta

    Yetunde Oni, Managing Director, Union Bank of Nigeria; (Centre) and other senior bank executives commemorating International Children’s Day with various kids at Union Bank’s Children’s Barnyard Fiesta held at The Stable, Bode Thomas, Surulere, Lagos recently.

    Emmanuel lkpeama

    As part of activities marking this year’s celebration of International Children’s Day and further to the financial institution’s support for the growth of the Nigerian child, Union bank of Nigeria recently hosted kids to a special Barnyard Fiesta at its multiple-purpose Sports complex, the Stable, located at Bode Thomas, Surulere.

    The Barnyard Children’s Fiesta, held on Saturday, May 25th, 2024, entertained kids of various ages with video games, face painting, dancing, and singing contests.

    The program also organised a talent show that showcased the creativity of the children who were in attendance on the day.

    The event, which was also well attended by parents and other fun seekers, played host to some of the Bank’s senior executive team, including Yetunde Oni, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, who was on hand to cheer and interact with various children as they engaged in the different fun activities lined up for them.

    Speaking on the sidelines of the fiesta, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Union Bank, Yetunde Oni, re-emphasised the bank’s commitment to empowering and supporting Nigerian Children.

    She said: “As a responsible corporate organisation, we recognise our obligations to support the next generation of Nigerian youths, who are represented by our current set of intelligent and talented children, in achieving their full potential through effective and sustainable positive engagement, even at this early stage of their development. Our ultimate goal is to continue being lifelong partners in facilitating success for our future great Nigerian citizens, as well as advocates for empowering and encouraging positive growth in our communities all around.”

    Over the years, Union Bank has consistently championed and advocated for the rights of children within the country through its special interventions, such as the Edu360 initiative, the Awarri Innovation programme, and various products and services that have equipped them with the necessary knowledge, skills, and tools to thrive in the present global environment.

    Union Bank pledges to continue to assist Nigerian children in achieving and fulfilling their dreams.

    It will be recalled that Union Bank Plc,was established in 1917 and listed on the Nigerian Stock Exchange in 1971.

    Union Bank of Nigeria Plc. is a household name and one of Nigeria’s long-standing and most respected financial institutions as the bank is a trusted and recognisable brand with an extensive network of over 300 branches across Nigeria.

    The Bank currently offers a variety of banking services to both individual and corporate clients including current, savings and deposit account services, funds transfer, foreign currency domiciliation, loans, overdrafts, equipment leasing and trade finance.

    The Bank also offers its customers convenient electronic banking channels and products, including Online Banking, Mobile Banking, Debit Cards, ATMs and POS Systems as more information can be found at: www.unionbankng.com
    Media Enquiries: mediarelations@unionbankng.com

     

  • May 29:Hon Engr. Wuraola Owolabi Congratulates President Tinubu, Sanwolu On Their One Year Anniversary.

    May 29:Hon Engr. Wuraola Owolabi Congratulates President Tinubu, Sanwolu On Their One Year Anniversary.

    Emmanuel lkpeama.

    The President, Coalition of Professional Women in Politics (COPWIP),Hon. Engr Atinuke Wuraola Owolabi has congratulated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on his one year in office.

    Engr. Owolabi in a congratulatory message signed to mark the 25th year of uninterrupted democracy in the country and the first year anniversary of the Tinubu administration, said the president is committed to building a country that Nigerians will be proud of.

    She noted that President Tinubu leadership and dedication over the past year is highly commendable as the nation is inspired by his unwavering commitment to advancing the nation’s progress and prosperity of its citizenry.

    Owolabi,who is also the President,APC Professional Women Network went further to state that the government’s measures and policies are geared towards revamping our economy and ensuring sustainable prosperity for all Nigerians, noting that the journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step and Nigerians are confident that he will continue to shape the future of the nation

    She said,”No doubt, all the reforms have not been without their challenges but in spite of these challenges , several efforts at mitigating the impact are being put in place by your administration,we must understand that every desirable development program often requires a temporary period of pain and adjustment.”

    I’m sure that the policies of this administration would ultimately bring smiles to the face of Nigerians, because good governance was our campaign promise, and we look forward to ongoing collaboration and positive strides toward fostering inclusive and sustainable development,” she stated

    In the same vein Engr. Owolabi also extended her felicitations to the Governor of Lagos State,Mr Babajide Sanwolu on his 5th year anniversary in office, stating that Governor Sanwolu’s administration has made significant strides in various sectors, including education, healthcare, infrastructure,road network and economic development as the governor’s efforts have positively impacted the lives of Lagosians, and his leadership has brought hope and prosperity to the state.

    Hon Owolabi Atinuke,who was the Coordinator lfako ljaye Tinubu/Shettima Presidential Campaign Council, Grassroot Engagement & Orientation,Convener,Tinubu/Shettima Professional Ambassadors and Director lCC, Tinubu/Shettima/Sanwolu’/Hamzat Campaign Council in the last general election opined that the governor unwavering dedication to the people of Lagos has earned him the respect and admiration of the citizens, including non indigenes in the state, while expressing confidence that the governor will continue to work tirelessly to ensure the state’s progress and development.

     

     

  • May 29: President Flags Off Construction Of Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway,As Akpabio lnaugurate Reconstructed Apapa Oworonshoki-Ojota Express Way.

    May 29: President Flags Off Construction Of Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway,As Akpabio lnaugurate Reconstructed Apapa Oworonshoki-Ojota Express Way.

    ……….It is my bragging day—Tinubu

    Emmanuel Clement

    Ahead of his one year in office, President Bola Tinubu has flagged off the construction of the 700km Lagos-Calabar coastal road.

    The event took place in the Victoria Area of Lagos State on Sunday by 6.30pm and was attended by top government dignitaries including the Minister of Works Dave Umahi, and Senate President Godswill Akpabio,Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos; his Ogun counterpart Dapo Abiodun, Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State, and the Kwara State governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq, among others.

    During the event, President Tinubu expressed optimism that the road will be completed, describing the flag-off as his “bragging day”.

    He said,“It’s my bragging day, we will do this road. We are determined to do it.”he submitted

    Earlier the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio represented the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the commissioning ceremony to inaugurate the reconstructed Apapa-Oworonshoki-Ojota Expressway after the competition of the project that started about six years ago.

    Senate President, Godwill Akpabio who was in company with the Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, Chairman of Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, Lagos State Deputy Governor, Obafemi Hamzat, Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and others stated that the Apapa-Oworonshoki-Ojota Expressway reconstruction was carried out by the Dangote Group in conjunction with the Federal Government.

    The Senate President hailed the work done on the Apapa-Oworonshoki-Ojota Expressway and the Third Mainland Bridge, stating that it is a great feat by any standard.

    Speaking also at the event, Umahi praised the construction company Hitech, saying that no other one can compete with them when it comes to concrete road construction.

    He said that the work done by the Federal Government on the Third Mainland Bridge, another project for commissioning same day, was more that rehabilitation work.

    Explaining why the project took so long to be completed, Dangote said the government initially gave the company only sections one to three of the road before realising that the section two that was built with asphalt was also bad. He said that they were only given the section two when they were almost done with the sections one and three.

    The Chairman of Dangote Group said the occasion marked a significant step in the journey towards transforming Nigeria’s infrastructure landscape.

    Dangote praised the quality of the road, recommending that the Federal Ministry of Works consider replacing Nigeria’s asphalt roads with concrete roads.

    After the commissioning of the Apapa-Oworonshoki-Ojota, the Senate President and other government officials left to join President Tinubu in the flag off of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway.

  • World Cup Qualifier: Gernot Rohr Faces Super Eagles,June 10.

    World Cup Qualifier: Gernot Rohr Faces Super Eagles,June 10.

    Emmanuel Clement

    Former Nigeria manager,Gernot Rohr has named his Benin Republic team to face Super Eagles on 10th June.

    Rohr said at a press conference that he was confident the boys will beat the Super Eagles as the team is expected to leave Cotonou for Abidjan on Monday and train on the same pitch where they will face the Super Eagles.

    In the squad are 19 professionals playing at various clubs in Europe and six home based players drawn from local league.

    It will be recalled that the Super Eagles played some of their matches at the Félix Houphouët-Boigny Stadium during the Africa Cup of Nations earlier this year.

  • Tinubu To lnaugurate Lagos-Calabar Coastal Road, Refurbished Third Mainland Bridge,Others ln Lagos.

    Tinubu To lnaugurate Lagos-Calabar Coastal Road, Refurbished Third Mainland Bridge,Others ln Lagos.

    Emmanuel Clement

    President Bola Tinubu has arrived in Lagos State to inaugurate the Lagos-Calabar Superhighway, estimated to cost about N15 trillion.

    The 700 km Lagos-Calabar coastal road is designed to connect Lagos to Cross River, passing through Ogun, Ondo, Delta, Bayelsa, Rivers, and Akwa Ibom states, before culminating in Cross River.

    In a statement on Saturday, presidential spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, said the President will commission a number of projects to celebrate his one-year anniversary.

    “In Lagos on Sunday, the President will inaugurate the concrete-paved road to the nation’s major ports in Apapa and Tin Can Island. The reconstructed road which began under the Muhammadu Buhari Administration was financed by the Dangote Group, using its tax credits.

    “On the same day, President Tinubu will formally inaugurate, by virtual means, the refurbished Third Mainland Bridge, which has drawn public acclaim for its excellent finishing and aesthetic furnishing. He will also commission, virtually, the rehabilitation of 330 roads and bridges across the country,” the statement partly read.

    “President Tinubu will return to Abuja on Tuesday to begin another round of commissioning. He will first inaugurate the Southern Parkway, which the Nyesom Wike-led FCT Administration named after him.

    “On Wednesday, the President will attend the National Assembly Dialogue Series, after which he will unveil the National Assembly Complex, named after him.

    “President Tinubu will leave the National Assembly to relaunch the commercialisation of Abuja Light Rail, also known as Abuja Metro. He will symbolically join a train ride to the city centre.

    “After the train ride, President Tinubu will also inaugurate the Wuye Flyover-Link Bridge and the Defence Intelligence Agency Headquarters.

    “On Friday 31 May, President Tinubu will commission the NASENI-Portland Compressed Natural Gas(CNG) Reverse Engineering Centre at Utako.”he stated

  • Effective Local Government Administration, Critical To Nigeria’s Development.—-Pres. Tinubu

    Effective Local Government Administration, Critical To Nigeria’s Development.—-Pres. Tinubu

    ……Says Nigeria is no longer bleeding, will now move to prosperity.

    …….As he played host to Yoruba leaders of thought

    Felicia Asuquo,Abuja.

    President Bola Tinubu has called for a more effective local government system that will  fosters community development and delivers the essentials of governance within a strengthened federal structure.

    President Tinubu stated this when he received a delegation of the Yoruba Leaders of Thought at the State House on Friday, President Tinubu emphasized that governance must be transformative and must address the critical needs of citizens.

    According to the President, his administration has been able to stop Nigeria from bleeding which will propel it to prosperity.

    He said the past 12 months have been fulfilling for his administration despite the presence of some challenges that are being addressed frontally.

    According to the President, his administration has been able to stop Nigeria from bleeding which will propel it to prosperity.

    “It has been challenging. It has been fulfilling as well. We took over, and we have stopped the bleeding. I can say categorically now that Nigeria is no longer bleeding. And it will not bleed to death, but rather will now move to prosperity. That is the promise that I made to you all, and it is also the charge that you gave to me.

    “We are managing to swim through the pond. The current is not a good one. We will turn the tide. We are turning the bend. This I assure you. I am being very careful. The worst is over for Nigeria. We will prevail.

    “I thank the team who have been working really hard. All I can promise is that we will do whatever it takes. We are determined, and we will work so that all Nigerians can feel the impact of good governance,” the President said.

    The President went further to reassured Nigerians that his administration will ensure they get value for every kobo spent, and that his government will leave a lasting legacy of prosperity to future generations, while removing the yoke of poor governance and expanding access to qualitative public goods.

    “We will get value for our money, and it is not for ourselves, but for our children. Our children will not inherit the burden of bad governance. Yet, they will enjoy the prosperity of Nigeria as a blessed nation from our very hands; from our sweat. We will bequeath to them a nation full of pride and prosperity” he submitted

    He went ahead to call for the deepening of governance and the reinforcement of leadership across all levels of government and institutions, adding that his administration is committed to encouraging fiscal federalism and strengthening the system to enhance inclusion and equity for all Nigerians.

    “Healthcare upgradation is ongoing. Road rehabilitation and construction is ongoing. Education development is ongoing. I am charging you to look at what is going on in the states. Pay attention to your state governors. Tell them to take their responsibilities seriously and make the people the focus of their development plans. Once there is synergy, then I can assure you that Nigeria will be one of the best nations that you will see anywhere on earth.

    “Local government administration is being suffocated. People are looking at the opportunity to ensure that they survive and become more purposeful through community development programmes. What I will not support is any effort to make the local government a unitary system by handing all core responsibilities to the federal government. That is criminal when there is a federal system.

    “We have a federal system. There is state and federal administration. We have two components. States must do whatever is in the best interest of their own process of administration. There is no one-size-fits-all. That is what we should do by looking at the revenue formula, and we must be consistent with federalism; fiscal federalism. Those are the things you should expect from me, not the knee-jerk reactions ahead of elections.

    “Our population is growing. It is getting larger. The geographical requirement is getting bigger, so we still want more space for housing. The population is growing. So that is the basis for flexibility at the local government level. We must grow and expand,” the President said.

    While thanking the delegation of eminent Nigerians, President Tinubu urged continuous support for and faith in Nigeria, assuring them that his government would live up to expectations.

    “I can tell you that Nigeria is no longer printing paper money and deceiving itself that it has a base for survival. Nigeria went through terrible labour pains, but we have seen the baby coming out alive,” the President concluded.

    Earlier,Honourable Bayo Aina, the National Secretary, who spoke on behalf of Prince Tajudeen Oluyole Olusi, Convener of the Yoruba Leaders of Thought, commended the President for his prioritization of investment in infrastructure across various sectors.

    “We salute your timely initiative to upgrade, construct, and modernize the infrastructure of our nation in health, aviation, transportation, as well as the education sector. We commend you for your commitment to providing responsible, responsive, and accountable governance in this country.

    “At this point, we state without equivocation our total commitment to the vision of greatness that you have articulated, which is the destiny of Nigeria, not only within Africa, but globally and among the comity of nations before the end of the 21st century,” the National Secretary of the group concluded.

     

  • President PMF, Bishop Dr Chidi Anthony,Kings in Christ Power Ministry,Doles Out Palliative To Poor Nigerians,June 9th

    President PMF, Bishop Dr Chidi Anthony,Kings in Christ Power Ministry,Doles Out Palliative To Poor Nigerians,June 9th

    Emmanuel lkpeama.

    In order to cushion the effect of high  cost of living,the President of Pentecostal Ministers Forum, Bishop Chidi Anthony, has said that all is set for the church to dole out palliatives during her yearly program tagged” The Storm is Over “

    Bishop Anthony,a renowned spiritual leader whose mandate is to impact lives and empowering individuals,one who shine as beacons of hope to the less privileged has decided to give out palliatives to over 5,000 individuals.

    Bishop Chidi Anthony who is the presiding pastor incharge of Kings In Christ Power Ministries Int’l stated this during a press conference to herald the up coming event slated to hold on the 9th of June,2024 by 8.am at the Church premises, 17 Jubilee close,taiwo bus stop,off Ago palace way, Okota Lagos.

    He went further to state that the Celebration Service with the theme “The Storm Is Over”is an international annual event that brings people from various countries around the world, noting that his philanthropic efforts have been instrumental in uplifting the less privileged and marginalized individuals and communities.

    Bishop Chidi Anthony added that one of the purpose of the program is to get sinners saved, backsliders restored and believers edified to the Glory of God.

    According to him,”there will be healing, breakthroughs, miracle, deliverance, prophecies with solution, signs and wonders. And there will be enough palliatives to share to the less privileged and cash gift to support some poor Nigerians.” he stated

    It will be recalled that Bishop Dr. Chidi Anthony’s impact has extended far beyond the walls of his church.

    Inspired by his deep-rooted faith and driven by an unwavering desire to make a tangible difference, he has spearheaded numerous charitable initiatives that have transformed lives.

     

  • House to House Robbery: Delta Police Arrest 2, Suspected Kidnappers, illicit Drug Dealer ln Asaba.

    House to House Robbery: Delta Police Arrest 2, Suspected Kidnappers, illicit Drug Dealer ln Asaba.

    Emmanuel lkpeama.

    Sequel to reports of armed robbery operations in the metropolis, the Delta Police command led by CP Abaniwonda Olufemi has strategically deployed all Tactical Teams to various nipping points in Asaba, Okpanam, Ibusa and other parts of the metro.

    At about 02:00 hrs on Monday, the Area Command Asaba received complaints that some suspected armed robbers who robbed three houses the night before were sighted around Coka in Asaba, the Area command swiftly deployed operatives who went all out for the suspects and arrested one Ozuluonye Okonkwo age 21 yrs.

    Upon interrogation of the suspect, he stated that he and his gang were responsible for the robbery operation around Coka and its environs. His confession led to the arrest of one Anukwu Joseph, while the gang leader who is also the gun supplier is presently at large. suspects are in custody and investigation is ongoing.

    Read also:Partnership With Community, Key To Effective Policing – DIG Daniel Sokari

    Again, acting on technically generated intelligence on the activities of some suspected kidnappers in Aniocha North LGA, the command deployed operatives led by the Area Commander Asaba ACP Sunday Oladipo, who stormed the hideout and arrested one Ebube Osakwe age 32 yrs. Preliminary investigation revealed that the suspect and his gang members (at large) carried out a kidnapping in Egu-Agbor and took their victims to Akoko Edo area in Edo state where they usually collect ransom before releasing their victims.

    Further investigation also revealed that in their last operation, they collected the sum of two million, five hundred thousand (#2.500,000) from their victims. Efforts to arrest the other members of the gang are ongoing.

    Yesterday at about 1700hrs, operatives of Dragon Patrol teams 25 and 31 while on stop and search duty along Kwale/Ogwashi-Uku Express road intercepted a white color Toyota Hiace Bus with Reg no. FST 210 XD driven by one David Ikama ‘m’ age 62yrs of 28 old Ekete road Ovwian –Aladja conveying passengers from Onitsha to Warri. In their normal proactive way of policing, they subjected the passengers to a search during which some bags loaded with suspected illicit drugs namely one thousand, two hundred and sixty-six bottles of codeine syrup, six hundred and four tablets of tramadol, fifty-four tablets of Swinol, Ninety sachets of Rohypnol were recovered. The suspect David Ikama was arrested and taken into custody while investigation is ongoing.

    The commissioner of Police Delta State CP Abaniwonda Olufemi has directed that all Tactical commanders and DPOS deploy all available resources to checkmate the activities of armed robbers, kidnappers, and other criminal elements in the state or risk being removed.

    He further reiterates that residents in the State under his watch must sleep with their two eyes closed.

    Members of the public are advised to reach out to the Command in cases of distress through any of the following dedicated control room numbers;
    08036684974, 08125958005, 09053872287

  • House Of Representative Passes Bill To Revert To Old National Anthem 

    House Of Representative Passes Bill To Revert To Old National Anthem 

    Emmanuel lkpeama.

    The House of Representatives has passed a bill to revert to the old national anthem “Nigeria, We Hail Thee”.

    The bill was quickly passed through first second and third reading within minutes.

    The lead debate for a return to the old anthem by the House Leader, Professor Julius Ihonvbere, pointed to the need for Nigerians to see the anthem as a national symbol and sign of authority, one which does not deny the realities.

    The old anthem “Nigeria, We Hail Thee” was replaced with the current one “Arise, O Compatriots in 1978.

    The Minority Leader, kingsley Chinda, however, opposed the bill, saying the old anthem has a colonial tag which was the reason for the new anthem.

    He highlighted that the old anthem was authored and composed by Britons. Mr Chinda questioned the importance of the anthem change at a time of more important challenges in the country.

    However, the bill was given expedited passage and subsequently passed by the lawmakers.

    At the Senate, the bill scaled through first and second reading.

    It has been referred to the Senate Committee on Judiciary, Human Rights and Legal Matters to report back to the house in two weeks.

    The Senators, who appeared unanimous in support of the bill, argued that it would promote better symbol for unity, peace and prosperity, compared to the current one.

     

  • Partnership With Community, Key To Effective Policing – DIG Daniel Sokari

    Partnership With Community, Key To Effective Policing – DIG Daniel Sokari

    …..As DlG South South Visit Delta Command,Meet With Stakeholders.

    Emmanuel lkpeama

    The Deputy Inspector General of Police, South-South geopolitical zone, DIG Daniel Sokari Pedro has said that to fight crime and criminality, community partnership is key, noting that partnership with the community is key in Policing because, in recent times, Policing has become everybody’s business.

    He stated this when he paid a working visit to the Delta State Police Command on Wednesday 22nd of May,2024 where he met with the officers in a bid to boosting the morale of the officers and enhancing Police community relations.
    and also assuring residents in the State of the Force commitment to ensuring a safer Delta state.

    The DIG who is the most senior Police officer in the South-South region (supervising DIG South-South) and also the Deputy Inspector General of Police in charge of the Department of Information and Communication Technology of the Nigeria Police Force,who was accompanied by the AIG Zone 5, AIG Arungwa Nwazue Udo assured the residents in the state of the force commitment to ensuring a safer Delta State.

    DIG Sokari, before the commencement of his tour, paid a courtesy call on the Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Elder Sheriff F. Oborevwori at the Government House, Asaba.

    The DIG in his remark noted that the State Government has been of immense help to the Police force in the State, while soliciting for more support from the State Government and the good people of Delta State.

    The Governor,Rt.Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, in his response appreciated the leadership of the Police force particularly the Inspector General of Police IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, PhD for finding some officers in the state deserving of an award.

    He noted that the award is a sign that the Police in the state are working and ensuring that the state is safe and secured, while promising to buy more vehicles for the Police that will be commissioned by the Inspector General of Police.

    Thereafter, the DIG proceeded to During the interaction with the Stakeholders, the DIG noted that partnership with the community is key in policing, while calling on the officers and men of the command to desist from extortion,abuse of human rights, and most importantly policing with a human face.

    Sokari admonished them to brace up and meet up with the security challenges in the state, while being mindful of the fundamental human rights of the citizenry, while emphasizing the importance of knowing when to use their firearms in accordance with the extant rules of the force as stipulated in Force Order 237 and Force Order 88.

    The DIG commended the Delta State Commissioner of Police, CP Abaniwonda Olufemi for his effort in fighting crime, noting that the achievements within the very short time has worked in the State are laudable.