In response to the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) proposal for a 70% tax on the excessive profits banks made from naira devaluation in 2023—profits which increased by at least 51% due to President Bola Tinubu’s economic reforms—there has been…
Bryan Ebbi ignites imagination with ‘Spontaneous Combustion’ exhibition in solo debut
•Bryan Ebbi In a bold exploration of human creativity and imagination, emerging artist Bryan Ebbi launched his first solo exhibition, “Spontaneous Combustion,” on January 4, 2025, transforming fleeting moments of inspiration into powerful visual narratives. “As an art-preneur, this solo…
The Rotary Foundation: Doing good in the world — Ehi Braimah
When Rotary started in 1905, it was just an idea and the vision of one man: Paul Percy Harris. The Chicago, Illinois-based attorney formed the Rotary Club of Chicago on February 23, 1905 (the first Rotary Club in the world…
Alebiosu: In line with our vision, FirstBank is well-positioned to break new grounds in 2025 and beyond
As the foremost Nigerian bank, First Bank of Nigeria Limited no doubt has a history of curating products and services that not only meet the immediate and future needs of its customers. In this interview with THISDAY, the bank’s Managing…
*1 dead, 4 injured as explosion rocks Abuja school (Leadership)*Lagos Assembly passes N3.3t budget for 2025 (Punch)
1 dead, 4 injured as explosion rocks Abuja school (Leadership) An explosion at a school in Abuja has left one student dead and four others injured on Monday. A security source said the incident happened around noon at an Islamic…
*Cult clash claims APC chieftain, 3 others (Leadership)*Fubara can transact business with 3 lawmakers — Court (Channels)
Cult clash claims APC chieftain, 3 others (Leadership) Pandemonium broke out on Monday at Owo town, the headquarters of Owo local government area of Ondo State as a result of a shootout by suspected members of two rival cult gangs…
Canadian prime minister announces resignation
Justin Trudeau, the Canadian prime minister, has announced he intends to resign at a news conference. He has faced growing pressure from inside his governing Liberal Party after a surge in support for the opposition Conservatives in the polls. The…
Alagura FC retains title as Egbin Power hosts 3rd annual community football competition
•From left: Head, QHSE, Julius Akpong; CSR, Brand & Event Specialist, Stella Olugbemi; Head, Maintenance, Felix Ebiware (all of Egbin Power), Captain of Alagura FC, Muyideen Oduga; and Nigeria’s ex-international player/Atlanta ’96 Olympic Gold Medallist, Abiodun Obafemi during the presentation…
NSCDC commits to protection of critical infrastructure in Lagos
Lagos State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has reaffirmed its commitment to protecting critical national assets, infrastructure, and construction sites in the state. The State Commandant, Mr Adedotun Keshinro, made the commitment during a security…
Stanbic IBTC Bank maintains banking excellence crown in KPMG survey
Stanbic IBTC Bank, a member of Stanbic IBTC Holdings, has once again solidified its status as the leading financial institution by topping the Retail Banking and SME Banking categories in the recently concluded 2024 KPMG West Africa Banking Industry Customer…