Abimbola Olawuyi di£s nearly two decades after d£ath of her journalist husband, Kola Olawuyi (Nkan Nbe)

 Abimbola Olawuyi, widow of the late legendary investigative journalist and broadcaster, Kola Olawuyi, has di£d. ‎

Mrs. Olawuyi reportedly passed away yesterday, Monday morning, July 6, after a brief illness. ‎ ‎ 

A family source who confirmed the sad development disclosed that she di£d peacefully. They described her demise as a painful loss to the Olawuyi family, friends, and many who admired her strength after the passing of her husband. 

Her d£ath comes 19 years after the passing of her husband, Kola Olawuyi, the pioneering investigative journalist who became a household name through his popular radio and television programmes, 'Iriri Aye' and 'Nnkan Nbe', which exposed criminal activities, ritual k!llings, fraud, and other social vices. ‎ ‎

Portugal eliminated from the 2026 World Cup

 Portugal have been eliminated from the 2026 FIFA World Cup after they lost 1- 0 to Spain.

A stoppage-time goal from substitute Mikel Merino sent Spain into the quarter-finals and condemned Portugal to a painful exit from the tournament.

The defeat also marks the end of an era for Cristiano Ronaldo, who is set to retire from international football after recently confirming that the 2026 FIFA World Cup would be his final major tournament with the national team.

It also brings the curtain down on an extraordinary international career that saw the five-time Ballon d'Or winner captain Portugal to the 2016 UEFA European Championship and the 2019 UEFA Nations League titles, while becoming the nation's all-time leading scorer and most-capped player.

 

Sophia Momodu responds to allegation of selling her body

 Sophia Momodu has responded after a SnapChat user accused her of selling her body. 

"For how long would you keep selling your body to live?" Debby asked Sophia on SnapChat. 

Sophia, who is the mother of singer Davido's oldest child, responded: "Debby Adegoke I've just arrived please. Let me breathe before you start with your weird projections & stalking! Ah ah, una no dey tire???" 

 

UEFA slams FIFA over decision to reinstate banned USA star Folarin Balogun following Donald Trump's intervention for Red Card

 European football's governing body UEFA has condemned FIFA's decision to allow banned USA forward Folarin Balogun to play against Belgium in their last-16 World Cup showdown, describing the call 'unprecedented, incomprehensible and unjustifiable'.

FIFA overturned US star striker Folarin Balogun's red-card ban, after a personal phone call from President Donald Trump.

Balogun had been set to miss Monday's last-16 knockout clash with the Belgians after receiving a straight red card following video review for stepping on the foot of a Bosnian defender in a round-of-32 clash that the US won 2-0. However, the player will now be available to play in the World Cup co-hosts' showdown with Belgium after the overturning of the red card decision.

Nigerian-British woman arrested with 13kg cocaine concealed in plantain peels

 A 67-year-old Nigerian-British grandma, Mrs. Mary Yetunde Barek, has been arrested by operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) following the discovery of 13 kilograms of cocaine concealed in peels of plantain which appeared as real plantains and packed among other food items in her luggage at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) Ikeja Lagos.

Ajayi Kanyinsola defeats world champion Seville to win 100m at Prefontaine Classic

Kanyinsola Ajayi delivered a stunning performance on Saturday to win the men's 100 metres at the 2026 Prefontaine Classic in Eugene, Oregon, defeating a field that included reigning world champion Oblique Seville.

The 21-year-old Nigerian clocked 9.84 seconds to equal his own national record in his debut appearance on the Diamond League circuit.

Competing at Hayward Field, Ajayi powered past Seville after the opening stages of the race to secure victory. The Jamaican finished second in 9.89 seconds, while American sprinter Christian Coleman claimed third place in 9.95 seconds. Fellow American Kenneth Bednarek placed fourth with a time of 9.96 seconds.

American businessman Michael Rubin’s annual White Party with A-list celebrities in attendance

 Yearly, American businessman Michael Rubin throws what is arguably the biggest celebrity party in celebration of July 4th and this year was no different. 

Michael Rubin's annual Fourth of July bash held a little early this year. 

On Wednesday, July 1, 2026, the who-is-who in the entertainment industry in America gathered at Rubin's $50million oceanfront estate in Bridgehampton, New York, located in the Hamptons. 

Fire outbreak at traditional herbs market in Ibadan

 Traders at the popular Bode Traditional Herbs and Other Products Market, popularly known as Iso Alagbo, in the Ibadan South-West Local Government Area of Oyo State, are counting their losses following a devastating fire that struck the market in the early hours of Friday, July 2.

According to reports, the fire started in one of the shops before rapidly spreading to adjoining stalls, leaving behind extensive destruction and losses that are yet to be fully quantified.

Some of the traders fought back tears as they watched their source of livelihood get destroyed before their eyes.  

Daredevil Couple Arrested After Climbing Empire State Building Spire And Pulling Off A Marriage Proposal

 A daredevil couple, Angela Nikolau and Ivan Beerkus, have been arrested after they climbed the 1,454‑foot spire of the Empire State Building and unfurled a banner reading, “When the power of love beats the love of power, the world knows peace.”

The pair completed the dangerous climb, displayed the message, and sealed the stunt with a marriage proposal before authorities intervened.

They were taken into custody and now face multiple charges, including burglary, reckless endangerment, criminal mischief, criminal trespass, and disorderly conduct.

Central Bank Of Nigeria (CBN) revokes licenses of 46 Microfinance banks

 The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has revoked the operating licenses of forty-six (46) Microfinance Banks with effect from July 1, 2026.

A statement released by the apex bank today July 1, says the revocation was approved by the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Mr. Olayemi Cardoso, following the banks’ failure to meet the regulatory requirements for continued operation as licensed financial institutions.

Federal Government to scrap JSS-SSS separation policy

 The Federal Government has announced plans to abolish the policy separating Junior Secondary Schools (JSS) from Senior Secondary Schools (SSS), saying it has failed to improve access to education and has contributed to the growing number of out-of-school children.

The Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, disclosed this in Abuja on Tuesday, June 30, during the inauguration of the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) Ministerial Implementation and Monitoring Committee.

President Tinubu defends NYSC Reforms

    President Bola Tinubu has defended his administration’s sweeping reforms of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), saying the changes are designed to equip young Nigerians with practical skills, improve employability, and position them as drivers of national development.

In a post on his official X account on Wednesday, Tinubu described the reforms approved by the Federal Executive Council on Monday as the most significant since the NYSC was established in 1973. According to the president, the overhaul fulfills a promise he made at his inauguration to create meaningful opportunities for young people and ensure they play a central role in his administration. Tinubu noted that while the NYSC had served the cause of national unity for more than five decades, the country’s current realities require a broader mandate.

Wema Bank Announces the 7th Edition of Hackaholics …Introduces 3 tracks, 7 Verticals, millions of naira in grant prizes

 

Wema Bank, Nigeria’s oldest indigenous national bank, most innovative and pioneer of Africa’s first fully digital bank, ALAT, has announced the 7th edition of its flagship innovation initiative, Hackaholics. The announcement was made at the official press conference which took place on July 1, 2026, at the Wema Bank Head Office in Lagos, Nigeria. 

Launched in 2019, Hackaholics is Wema Bank’s youth and tech-focused initiative designed to serve as a platform for young Africans with creative, game changing, tech-driven ideas and products, to bring their ideas to life. Since its launch, Hackaholics has discovered thousands of groundbreaking solutions, supported over 10,000 startups, engaged 50,000 participants, developed over 100 solutions from scratch and disbursed $500,000,000 in grant prizes to dozens of winners whose remarkable solutions have earned a top spot in the past 6 editions. With the launch of Hackaholics 7.0, Wema Bank is set to execute the biggest Hackaholics edition yet.

Trump says US troops killed 199 jihadists in single operation in Nigeria

 Sebastian Gorka, deputy assistant to US President Donald Trump and senior director for counterterrorism at the National Security Council, has claimed that US forces killed 199 jihadists in a single operation in Nigeria.

Gorka made the statement during an interview with Marissa Streit, CEO of conservative media organisation PragerU, aired on June 24, where he discussed US counterterrorism operations.

Speaking on ongoing efforts against Islamist extremist groups, Gorka said: “I can talk about this because it has been declassified. The president is not nation-building; he’s not going around the world like some lunatic neocon saying, ‘we will turn the world into America,'”

Nigerian businessman shot d3ad outside his shop in South Africa.

 

A Nigerian businessman known as Big Joe has reportedly been shot d3ad by unidentified gunmen in South Africa.

The incident occurred outside his business premises in Witbank, Emalahleni, in Mpumalanga Province on Sunday, June 28, 2026.

According to reports, the assailants opened fire on the businessman multiple times before fleeing the scene.

South Korea coach Hong Myung-Bo resigns after criticism from President Lee Jae over World Cup exit

 South Korea’s head coach, Hong Myung-bo, has resigned from his position after his side’s group-stage exit from the World Cup and harsh condemnation from the country's president, who called the coach "incapable."

The 57-year-old former captain, in his second stint as coach, oversaw an early World Cup departure for the second time.

South Korea were expected to get out of a Group A that included the co-hosts Mexico as well as South Africa and Czechia. But they lost 1-0 against South Africa and Mexico, and finished on three points, their only success a 2-1 win against Czechia.

Three sisters above age 100 are recognised by GWR as world's longest-living trio of sisters with combined age of 316

Three Brazilian sisters with a combined age of 316 have been named by Guinness World Records as the oldest living trio of siblings in the world. 

Researchers are now studying the sisters to find ‌out the secret to longevity. 

The DNA Longevo Project, a study led by scientist Mayana Zatz from the University of Sao Paulo, aims to investigate the biological factors behind aging. 

The sisters, Zulina de Deus Nunes, 103, Zoraide de Deus Mota, 104, and Levita de Deus Nunes, 109, who live in Rio de Janeiro, were identified through LongeviQuest, a global organization that verifies longevity records and partners with Guinness World Records. 

Would rather join b@nditry than to sell kulikuli and akara - Singer, Mr Real

 Nigerian singer Mr Real has rejected First Lady Oluremi Tinubu's economic advice, stating he would rather join banditry.

The "Legbegbe" crooner made the controversial statement in direct response to recent economic advice from First Lady Oluremi Tinubu.

The controversy stems from remarks made by Mrs. Tinubu last Thursday, in which she advised low-income Nigerians to venture into small-scale businesses like frying akara (bean cakes), roasting corn, or making kuli-kuli (peanut cakes) as a pathways to economic empowerment requiring minimal start-up capital.

Cape Verde will face defending champions Argentina next up in a round-of-32 matchup in Miami Gardens, Florida, on July 3

 Cape Verde have written a remarkable chapter in FIFA World Cup history after becoming the smallest nation ever to reach the knockout stage of the tournament after a goalless draw with Saudi Arabia in their group stage finale in Houston on Friday.

The island nation, with a population of just over 500,000, secured qualification from Group H after finishing unbeaten, collecting three points from three draws against Spain, Uruguay, and Saudi Arabia.

2026 World Cup; Confirmed round of 32 fixtures

 The 2026 FIFA World Cup has entered its knockout stage, with a number of Round of 32 matches now officially confirmed following the completion of several group-stage fixtures.

History-makers Cape Verde have set up a blockbuster meeting with defending champions Argentina after becoming the smallest nation ever to reach the World Cup knockout rounds. South Africa will face Canada in the first confirmed Round of 32 fixture after finishing as runners-up in Group A.

First Lady Remi Tinubu urges poor Nigerians to start small businesses selling akara, corn, kuli-kuli

 The First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Remi Tinubu, has advised poor Nigerians that starting small businesses, such as akara, roasted corn and kuli-kuli, does not require much capital. 

While explaining the administration’s support for small businesses through grants, the First Lady said: “To start akara business doesn’t take a lot of money. To start roasting corn or kuli-kuli doesn’t take much. We didn’t give them a loan, we gave them a grant. We have encouraged Nigerians as best as we could. I also gave to several others.” 

She added that over ₦3 billion has been spent empowering poor Nigerians. 

Her post angered Nigerians and they slammed the First Lady on X, with many pointing out that many small businesses have failed due to the economic reality in the country.

Actress Dayo Amusa makes case for cohabitation and s£x before marriage

 Dayo Amusa has explained why she believes it is important for people to co-habit and have int£rcourse before getting married. 

The actress shared her opinion while reacting to a statement by a pastor who said, "If s£x is not your thing, you shouldn't be married." 

Agreeing with the pastor, Dayo wrote: "He’s right and that is why I do not believe people aren’t meant to co-habit before marriage..Two virgins getting married without any wild desires may cope, but for the tested ones, we all have our s£xual desires, demands and preferences. 

Man with ‘world’s smallest microp£nis’ launches fundraising appeal for enlargement

 A man with a p£nis the size of a sim card has launched a fundraising appeal to make his 0.38inch (1cm) manhood bigger. 

Michael Phillips says he needs $22,000 for the p£nis-enlarging procedure. 

He says his tiny p£nis, thought to be the smallest in the world, has been a source of daily embarrassment, has affected his confidence and even makes it difficult to pee.

He wrote: "I have worked hard to save as much as I can toward the cost of surgery and injections that could help increase the girth and allow me to use the restroom more normally. However, I still need additional support to cover the full cost of the procedure. 

He said: "While this procedure will not cure my Microp£nis condition, it would make a significant difference in my daily life by helping me avoid the need for pull ups and regain some normalcy and comfort." 

Police arrest four suspects over kidnapping and m8rder of two victims in Ondo community

 The Ondo State Police Command has arrested four suspected members of a criminal syndicate linked to the kidnapping of one Kehinde Yisa and the m8rder of another victim, identified as Bako, 50, in Ago Baale, Idoani, on March 3, 2026.

The spokesperson for the command, DSP Abayomi Jimoh, disclosed this in a statement on Thursday, June 25, 2026.

According to the statement, the suspects identified as Umar Ibrahim, Musa Abdullateef, Ojo Sikiru, and Oseni Waheed, admitted their roles in the kidnapping and m8rder of the victims.

Jimoh said the case which was initially reported and investigated at the Idoani Division, was subsequently transferred to the Command’s Anti-Kidnapping Squad for discreet and intensive investigation.

Venezuela earthquakes de@th toll rises to 188

 At least 188 people have been k!lled and more than 1,500 injured after the powerful back-to-back earthquakes in Venezuela, according to the latest reports.

Rescuers are searching the rubble in Caracas and the state of La Guaira, where the UN says more than 100 buildings have collapsed after the earthquakes on Wednesday, June 24.

The U.S. Geological Survey said the temblors had magnitudes of 7.2 and 7.5. The second was the strongest to hit Venezuela since 1900.

In a brief address to the nation late Wednesday, Venezuela's Acting President Delcy Rodriguez declared a state of emergency.

Eight persons confirmed de@d in Lagos building collapse

 No fewer than eight people have d!ed, and 26 others have been rescued from the three-storey building that collapsed in the Alakija area of Lagos State today, June 25.

The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency confirmed the latest casualty figures in a statement issued by its Permanent Secretary, Dr. Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu.

According to him, the building, located on Old Ojo Road by Alakija Bus Stop, off the Lagos-Badagry Expressway in Satellite Town, collapsed at about 11:37 a.m., prompting a large-scale emergency response involving multiple agencies.

Providing an update on the rescue operation, Oke-Osanyintolu said

“As of 4:20 p.m., a total of 26 persons have been rescued alive, while eight fatalities have been recorded, including a baby girl. Search and rescue operations remain ongoing. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.”

 

Teacher (Video) accused of an@l r@pe of boy, 15, who in turn allegedly r@ped his younger male cousin

 A teacher Nduka Iheme, better known as Sir Best, has been confronted for allegedly abusing a 15-year-old boy in Umuhu Okabia, Orsu LGA, Imo State. 

The boy named Chinemezu lives with his aunt. The aunt explained that she was going home with her nephew Chinemezu and her son Kamsi last week when Kamsi told her that Chinemezu has been putting his male member into his @nus. 

 The aunt said she was shocked and when she got home, she checked her son's @nus and saw scratches there. 

When she confronted her nephew, Chinemezu said he learnt it from his teacher Sir Best. He claimed the teacher m0l£sts him an@lly. He said it happened sometimes at Umuhu Okabia Secondary School and sometimes when the man sends him on errands at his home. 

Brazilian legend Ronaldinho 'comes out of retirement' at the age of 46 to sign for Italian Club

 

Barcelona and Brazil legend, Ronaldinho, has come out of retirement at the age of 46 to join Serie C side Ravenna FC.

His return to football comes 11 years after he first hung up his boots in 2015 after a brief spell at Fluminense.

Serie C side Ravenna FC. narrowly missed out on promotion last season, and owner Ignazio Cipriani has been looking to make a statement in the transfer market.

Ronaldinho’s arrival is set to be officially announced at an event in Miami next week.

On coming out of retirement, he said: “New colours, same smile. I can’t wait to get back to dancing on the ball and write a new story together with Ignazio and the entire Cipriani family.

FUOYE suspends two students over leaked private videos of suspended ex-SUG president

 The management of the Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE) has suspended two students over allegations that they engaged in cyberbullying against the institution's suspended Students' Union Government (SUG) President, James Iyanuoluwa Adio.

 

This was disclosed in a statement published on the university’s official news portal on Friday night, and signed by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration), Professor Tajudeen Opoola, who is currently serving as the Acting Vice-Chancellor.

Wema Bank's 5 for 5 Rewards Delivers ₦17.96 Million to 273 Customers in One Month

 

One month after launching Season 5 of its flagship 5 for 5 Rewards campaign, Wema Bank has rewarded 273 customers with a total of ₦17.96 million, demonstrating the strong early impact of its refreshed customer rewards platform and reinforcing its commitment to rewarding everyday banking.

Launched on May 2, 2026, as part of the Bank's 81st anniversary celebration, this season of the campaign introduced a more structured and inclusive rewards framework designed to encourage positive financial habits while recognising customer loyalty across the Youth, Women and Mass Market segments.

OnlyFans stars Lena the Plug files for divorce from husband Adam22

 Only Fans stars, Lena the Plug and Adam22 are ending their three-year marriage.

According to TMZ, Lena The Plug, whose real name is Lena Nersesian, filed for divorce in a Los Angeles County court on June 1, her 35th birthday. The outlet obtained court documents that reveal Nersesian is seeking legal and physical custody of the couple’s daughter.

Lena The Plug is also seeking half of the couple’s $1.1 million entertainment studio.

Despite the success of their OnlyFans account, where they sleep with each other and guests onscreen, the adult film star claims to only recieve $3,000 monthly in spousal support and does not generate an income.

US ICE names Ghanaian socialite Hajia4Real on 'Worst of the Worst' criminal list

 Ghanaian socialite and musician, Mona Faiz Montrage, popularly known as Hajia4Reall, has been named on a United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) list as one of the most dangerous criminal aliens in the country.

The list, titled “ Worst of the Worst,“ and published by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), includes 355 West African immigrants who have either been deported or are facing deportation proceedings, among them 30 Ghanaians.

The offences cited in the broader list include shoplifting, fraud, cocaine possession, domestic violence, weapons-related cases, and child cruelty allegations.

Hajia4Reall, who was previously deported, appears on the list for fraud committed in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Adron Group Chairman Hails Dapo Abiodun’s Leadership at 66

The Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of Adron Group, Aare Adetola Emmanuel King, has extended his warm congratulations to the Executive Governor of Ogun State, His Excellency Prince Dapo Abiodun, CON, on the occasion of his 66th birthday.

In a goodwill message issued to commemorate the occasion, Aare EmmanuelKing described Governor Dapo Abiodun as a visionary leader, accomplished administrator, and distinguished statesman whose purposeful and people-oriented leadership continues to foster remarkable transformation, progressive governance, and sustainable development across Ogun State.

EU fines Temu €200m for allowing sale of illegal and dangerous products

 European Union regulators have fined the shopping website Temu €200m (£173m) for failing to stop the sale of illegal and dangerous products. 

The European Commission imposed the penalty after a 19-month investigation that found consumers were very likely to encounter illegal or unsafe products including baby toys and electronics on the firm’s website. 

An unpublished mystery shopping exercise carried out for the commission found a “high percentage” of unsafe baby products and a “very high percentage” of dangerous chargers for sale on the platform, as well as unsafe clothes and jewellery. 

Adron Homes Felicitates Muslims on Eid Celebration

 

Adron Homes & Properties has congratulated Muslim faithful across Nigeria and around the world on the occasion of Eid, urging them to continue embracing the virtues of peace, sacrifice, love, and unity that the season symbolizes.

In a statement issued by the management of Adron Homes & Properties, the company described Eid as a sacred period that promotes spiritual renewal, compassion, gratitude, and harmonious coexistence among people irrespective of tribe, religion, or social status.

Wema Bank’s One-Day MD/CEO, Chinmamanda Ozoakpata, Unveils New Benefits for Children

 At Wema Bank, we have spent the last few years reimagining what Children’s Day can look like for Nigerian children.

What started as a celebration has evolved into an intentional platform designed to build confidence, encourage leadership, promote financial literacy and create meaningful opportunities for children across different age groups.This year, we have raised the bar even higher. 

At Wema Bank’s Children’s Day Special Event held on Monday, May 25, 2026, our One-Day MD/CEO, Chinmamanda Diamond Ozoakpata, used her first official act in office to unveil a series of new initiatives designed to reward, educate and empower children through our Royal Kiddies account and ALAT Xplore platform.

From year-long cash rewards and celebrations of academic excellence to financial literacy materials and STEM challenges, here are the new incentives that were announced and how to qualify:1. Birthday Cash Gift (Royal Kiddies Account Holders)Wema bank is putting real money behind milestone birthdays. Active Royal Kiddies account holders turning 5 will receive ₦5,000, while those turning 10 will receive ₦10,000 automatically, as a birthday cash gift. The initiative runs from May 2026 to May 2027.

Reporter who investigated s£x offender Jeffrey Epstein is ‘fleeing’ the US amid attack over her coverage on it..

 A journalist who has reported extensively on late financier and s£x offender Jeffrey Epstein’s notorious New Mexico ranch has revealed that she is “fleeing the country,” after she became the victim of a “direct energy weapons” attack over her coverage.

Alisa Valdes-Rodriguez, a former Boston Globe and Los Angeles Times reporter, said she abruptly abandoned her New Mexico residence after suffering what she described as symptoms consistent with “Havana syndrome.”

 “It appears my home has been located by, well, whoever is unhappy about my reporting about Zorro Ranch and the local cover-up here and the military intelligence roots of the child sex trafficking operation Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell were running here in New Mexico,” Valdes-Rodriguez wrote last week on her Substack.

NCSP REAFFIRMS NIGERIA’S POSITION ON ONE-CHINA PRINCIPLE

 

The Nigeria-China Strategic Partnership (NCSP) has reaffirmed Nigeria’s unwavering commitment to the One-China Principle, stating that the country’s position on Taiwan remains a settled and non-negotiable matter of national policy.

The statement comes as global attention turns once again to China’s insistence on the One-China Principle, following the visit of a United States delegation led by President Donald Trump in Beijing, accompanied by America’s most powerful business executives. The visit underscored the enduring centrality of the Taiwan question in China’s diplomatic engagements, and Beijing’s consistent position that the People’s Republic of China is the world’s only legitimate Chinese government and that Taiwan is an inalienable part of its territory.

$8.4 Million worth of coc@ine discovered in shipment of Kim Kardashian brand underwear

 Authorities have reportedly discovered coc@ine worth an estimated $8.4 million concealed inside a shipment linked to a popular underwear brand owned by reality TV star and business mogul Kim Kardashian.

Jakub Jan Konkel, 40, was sentenced to 13 years and six months in prison on Monday for stashing a slew of drugs inside his truck carrying 28 pallets of Skims clothing from the Netherlands, according to the National Crime Agency.

Konkel, from northern Poland, was stopped by Border Force officers at the Port of Harwich in Essex, England, as he arrived on a ferry with his truck full of the celebrity shapewear last September, the agency said.

Wema Bank Announces Last Call for Submission of Entries for One-Day MD/CEO Children’s Day Initiative

As the deadline of May 20, 2026, fast approaches, Wema Bank has announced the last call for submissions for children and teens interested in participating in becoming MD/CEO of Wema Bank for one day. 

Launched in May 2025 as part of Wema Bank’s 80th anniversary celebration, the One-Day MD/CEO initiative was introduced by Wema Bank to commemorate Children’s Day in a uniquely unprecedented manner. Inspired by the Bank’s 80th anniversary theme “80 Years of Impact, A Future of Possibilities”, the Wema Bank One-Day MD/CEO initiative served as a bridge between past and future, giving children across Nigeria the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to become the MD/CEO of Wema Bank for one day—Children’s Day. 

Wema Bank Plc Sets the Record Straight on False and Misleading Publication by NDIC on Legacy Transactions Involving Defunct Gulf Bank Plc

 

General Comments

Wema Bank Plc has noted with concern recent media publications containing false, misleading, and wholly unsubstantiated allegations regarding the sale of certain Banana Island properties purportedly linked to the defunct Gulf Bank Plc. We unequivocally reject these claims, which are inaccurate, malicious, and clearly intended to distort the true position. For the benefit of our stakeholders—shareholders, customers, regulators, and the general public—we set out below the factual background to the transaction.

The Original Exposure and Default

In 2002, Wema Bank Plc (the Bank) made an inter-bank placement with Gulf Bank Plc in the sum of ₦4.6 billion. By August 2004, that exposure had been reduced to approximately ₦1.2 billion, after which the outstanding obligation became delinquent. In seeking to recover depositors' and shareholders' funds, Wema Bank pursued lawful recovery steps, which ultimately dovetailed into a criminal investigation of the then Managing Director of Gulf Bank Plc.

Promasidor Nigeria Marks International Day of Families, Advocates Child Well-Being and Stronger Family Support Systems

 

Promasidor Nigeria, a leading player in Nigeria’s fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) industry, is commemorating this year’s International Day of Families with a renewed call for stronger support systems that promote child well-being and help reduce inequalities affecting families across the country.

Observed globally on May 15, this year’s theme, “Families, Inequalities and Child Wellbeing,” highlights the urgent need to address disparities in access to nutrition, education, care, and opportunity factors that continue to shape the future of millions of children.

US Federal Court Jails Nigerian‑Born Professor For 5 Years And 10 Months Over $1.4m Donor Fund Theft

 A United States federal district court in Michigan has sentenced Nkechy Ezeh, a former executive director at the Early Learning Neighbourhood Collaborative (ELNC), to 70 months in prison for orchestrating a scheme that diverted $1.4 million in taxpayer and donor funds meant for vulnerable preschool children.

British man hauled out of Italian bar when he was meant to be in quarantine for hantavirus

 A British man in his 60s has been detained in a bar in Italy despite being under strict quarantine orders linked to the growing hantavirus outbreak connected to the MV Hondius cruise ship.

The man and his travelling companion were apprehended in Milan before being transferred to hospital facilities at Sacco Hospital. Authorities had ordered the pair to remain in isolation until June 6 as part of a 42-day quarantine period following possible exposure to the virus.

Nollywood actor Alexx Ekubo dies at 40

 The Nigerian entertainment industry has been thrown into mourning following the reported death of popular Nollywood actor Alexx Ekubo, who died at the age of 40 after a prolonged battle with cancer.

According to The Sun Nigeria, family sources said the actor passed away on Monday, May 11, 2026, after months of illness.

Alexx Ekubo’s prolonged absence from the public eye had raised concerns among fans and colleagues, as he stayed away from social media and public events for an extended period.

His last post on Instagram was made in December 2024, shortly after reports emerged that his engagement to US-based model Fancy Acholonu had been called off.

Following news of his death, tributes poured in from colleagues, celebrities, activists and fans across social media platforms, with many describing him as a talented actor and a kind-hearted friend.

Iran's Parliament speaker issues ultimatum to U.S. over peace proposal

 

On Tuesday, May 12, Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf issued a firm ultimatum to the United States, demanding the acceptance of Tehran’s 14-point peace proposal or the prospect of continued "failure."

This defiant message follows US President Donald Trump’s rejection of Iran’s latest counteroffer, which the U.S. president slammed as “TOTALLY UNACCEPTABLE!”, stating that a fragile ceasefire in place since April 8 was on “life support.”

Ghalibaf asserted that Washington must acknowledge the "rights" of the Iranian people to resolve the more than two months of conflict, warning in a post on X that “There is no alternative but to accept the rights of the Iranian people as laid out in the 14-point proposal.

Aare Adetola EmmanuelKing Felicitates Olofin of Ilisan Remo on 86th Birthday

The Borokinni of Ilishan Remo, Sir Aare Adetola EmmanuelKing KOF, has extended warm birthday felicitations to the Olofin of Ilisan Remo, His Royal Majesty, Oba (Dr.) Barr. Michael Olufemi Mojeed Sonuga Daniyan II, as the revered monarch celebrates his 86th birthday anniversary.

In a statement released to commemorate the royal father’s birthday, Aare Adetola EmmanuelKing described the monarch as a symbol of peace, wisdom, progress, and exemplary royal leadership, whose reign has continued to bring honor and development to Ilisan Remo.

Rite Foods Celebrates Mother’s Day, Honouring the Strength, Resilience, and Everyday Impact of Women

Rite Foods Limited, Nigeria’s leading food and beverage company, is celebrating this year’s Mother’s Day by recognizing the extraordinary strength, resilience, sacrifice, and nurturing spirit of women and mothers whose everyday contributions continue to shape homes, workplaces, communities, and the nation at large.

The Company also celebrates the remarkable women within its workforce who seamlessly balance professional excellence with the responsibilities of motherhood, bringing dedication, compassion, and strength to every role they occupy.

Mother’s Day, observed globally on Sunday, 10th May, is a moment to honour women whose firm commitment forms the foundation upon which families thrive, and societies grow. From nurturing dreams and raising future leaders to providing stability, care, and emotional support, mothers remain the quiet force powering everyday life.