Author: Akintayo Adams

The Lagos State Government has announced the termination of the work-from-home policy for public servants. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has directed all civil servants to resume full on-site work starting April 1, 2025. Initially introduced in February 2024 to ease economic hardship, the policy allowed civil servants from levels 1 to 14 to work remotely two days a week. However, with the implementation of the new minimum wage and other welfare measures, the state government has decided to end the remote work initiative. Get instant and latest news updates via Our WhatsApp Community, X/Twitter or Google News online channel.

A fresher has been expelled from his university just five hours after resuming, for drug use. This was disclosed by his fellow student via her X page on Wednesday. She stated that the guy resumed, came to the hostel, was caught doing drugs, and has now been expelled. She explained that all these happened within the space of five hours. She wrote, “This 100level guy just resumed yesterday, came to the hostel, took colorado and he was expelled. All under 5 hours.” This has led to various reactions from Nigerians: @eddoebrendan stated, “On his next go round with JAMB, he…

Nollywood actress Wumi Toriola has stirred reactions online after hinting that she is allegedly joining the Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) trend. Taking to her Instagram page, the Yoruba movie star shared a video flaunting her curves while teasing fans about her plans to enhance her body. In the post, Toriola stated, “I am allegedly going for BBL. Nothing concerns me with natural body allegedly.” Her statement has since generated mixed reactions from fans and followers, with some supporting her decision while others questioned the need for the surgery. Get instant and latest news updates via Our WhatsApp Community, X/Twitter or Google News online channel.

The Federal Government of Nigeria has taken full ownership of Keystone Bank following a ruling by the Lagos State High Court, Ikeja. The court ordered the forfeiture of shares previously held by Sigma Golf Nigeria Limited and Alhaji Umaru H. Modibbo, the bank’s former majority shareholders. This decision comes after the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) dissolved the previous Board and Management of Keystone Bank on January 10, 2024, due to corporate governance breaches. The management of Keystone Bank has also confirmed the act in a statement published on its X handle on Tuesday evening. It alerted customers, and other…

The Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) closed on a positive note on Tuesday, with investors recording a significant gain of N426.28 billion. Market capitalization, which opened at N66.069 trillion, rose by 0.65 percent to close at N66.495 trillion. The NGX All-Share Index (ASI) also increased by 0.65 percent, or 683.65 points, to close at 106,574.98 from 105,891.33 points recorded at the previous session. A total value of shares worth N11.762 billion in 15,561 deals was recorded on Tuesday. At the end of trading, 40 companies drove gains while 25 losers were recorded for equities. The top two gainers were Ellah Lakes,…

Legendary Nigerian musician 2Face Idibia has announced his plans to marry Edo State lawmaker, Natasha Osawaru. This announcement comes just days after 2Face confirmed his divorce from his wife, Annie Idibia. During a plenary session at the Edo State House of Assembly, 2Face’s presence sparked rumors that Natasha might have played a role in his separation from Annie. Addressing the speculation in a trending video on his Instagram page, 2Face declared his love for Natasha and clarified that she had nothing to do with his divorce. He described Natasha as a young, brilliant, and amazing woman, and expressed his intention…

The Federal Government has earmarked ₦100 billion in the proposed 2025 budget to install solar mini-grids in selected federal universities, teaching hospitals, and government institutions. This initiative, pending approval by the National Assembly, is overseen by the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) and aims to provide reliable, affordable, and eco-friendly power to these institutions. Abba Aliyu, Managing Director of the REA, stated that once the budget is approved and signed into law by President Bola Tinubu, the project will commence. “The UCH is part of the five that we are looking at starting. We want to do the University of Ibadan…

The outgoing President of the African Development Bank (AfDB), Akinwumi Adesina, has expressed his readiness to continue serving Nigeria and Africa in any capacity after his tenure at the regional bank. During an interview with Arise Television, Adesina emphasized his commitment to making a positive impact, stating, “I will be available to serve in any capacity, globally, in Africa, anywhere, including my own country.” Adesina, who was first elected as the 8th President of AfDB in 2015 and re-elected for a second term in 2020, highlighted that his primary motivation is seeing the lives of people transform. He also mentioned…

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced that candidates under the age of 16 can be considered for admission into tertiary institutions if they score at least 320 out of 400 (80%) in the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). This decision follows the reversal of the previous 18-year minimum age requirement, reinstating the 16-year benchmark. JAMB Registrar, Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, emphasized that while the standard age for admission remains 16, exceptional candidates under 16 may be granted admission under strict conditions. He highlighted the importance of maturity and academic development, noting that gifted students should not be overlooked.…

FBN Holdings Plc, one of Africa’s most historic and prominent financial institutions, has announced its rebranding to First HoldCo Plc. This change encompasses the entire group of companies, although FirstBank, its flagship subsidiary, will maintain its current name. The rebranding initiative aims to bring the company’s diverse businesses under a unified identity, enhancing their ability to meet evolving market demands. Group Managing Director Wale Oyedeji noted that the transition signifies more than a simple name change; it marks a renewal of the company’s purpose and vision. The term “HoldCo” stands for “Holding Company,” highlighting its role as the parent organization…