Yetunde Oni
30 Mar
Stakeholders have called for innovative financial solutions to break systemic barriers faced in the sector, while adding that for a long time, millions of women struggle to access financial services such as loans.
20 Mar
After decades of taking the backseat, Nigeria's banking sector is witnessing a powerful shift, with women shattering multiple glass ceilings to lead the boardrooms of multi-billion dollar assets. This journey began in 1984 with the late Bola Kuforiji-Olubi, who was the first female chairman of the United Bank for Africa (UBA). She became the first…
17 Jan
Union Bank of Nigeria has reassured its partners, customers and critical stakeholders of continued excellent service and good corporate governance practices following the recent appointment of its new Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Yetunde Oni...
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The 3 Division of the Nigerian Army/Operation Safe Haven (OPSH) Operation Golden Peace has captured notorious kidnap kingpins and ammunition couriers, as well as recovered caches of ammunition in Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State. The Military Information Officer (MIO) of OPSH, Major Samson Zhakom, disclosed this on Wednesday while briefing journalists at…
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Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has vowed to fix a fresh date for the official coronation and installation of Alh. Munir Sanusi as the new district head of Bichi Emirate. The new Bichi chief, who also serves as the Wambai of Kano, was appointed to replace Nasiru Ado Bayero, the younger brother of Aminu…
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The Nigerian Exchange Ltd. (NGX) continued its bullish trend on Wednesday, gaining N183 billion. Accordingly, the market capitalisation, which opened at N59.532 trillion, gained N184 billion or 0.31 per cent to close at N59.715 trillion. The All-Share Index also added 0.31 per cent or 303 points, to settle at 98,509.68, against 98,206.97 recorded on Tuesday.…
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Popular Nigerian record-breaking actress, Funke Akindele, has been spotlighted for the 14th edition of Movie in the Park. Since its inception in 2021, Movie in the Park has grown to become the largest gathering for outdoor movie screenings in Nigeria, attracting approximately 3,000 attendees per edition and offering a unique cinematic experience, providing a platform…
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The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) announced that health insurance coverage in Nigeria increased by 40% over the past year, growing from 16.7 million to 19.2 million enrollees. This accomplishment, the agency noted, surpassed the presidential target for health insurance coverage in 2024. During an end-of-year briefing on Wednesday in Abuja, NHIA Director-General, Dr. Kelechi…
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As Nigeria struggles with food insecurity, stakeholders in the agricultural sector have expressed concerns about the large scale of post-harvest losses by farmers in the country. The experts, who noted that about 30-40 percent of agricultural produce is lost in the food supply chain annually, also called on the National Assembly to expedite action on…
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The National Sports Commission (NSC), on Wednesday, activated the Adopt-an-Athlete Training Grant initiative with its first recipient being Nigerian track and field star, Ese Brume, following her recent involvement in a ghastly car accident. NSC Chairman, Shehu Dikko, disclosed this in Abuja, at an event to mark the partnership with Confetti Assets Limited, and…
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A Bill for an Act to amend the National Eye Centre Act, (2004) has scaled second reading in the House of Representatives. The bill, which seeks to provide for the establishment of more Specialist Eye Care Centres, was sponsored by Rep. Benjamin Kalu (APC-Abia) and Rep. Babajimi Benson (APC-Lagos State) at plenary on Wednesday. Leading…
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The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Gen. Christopher Musa, has reassured that the military high command would continue to prioritize the welfare of personnel, especially those in the frontline. Musa said this on Wednesday during a news conference on the unveiling of the “Tribute to Our Troops,” an event being organized to commemorate the 2025…
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A coalition of civil society groups has amplified the question raised by foremost human rights lawyer, Chief Femi Falana (SAN), over the $2.9 billion released for the rehabilitation of the three local refineries in Nigeria. The coalition, made up of about 145 groups, is calling on the Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of the Nigerian…