Kashim Shettima @59

‎President Tinubu Lauds Vice President Shettima On His Birthday 

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Vice President Kashim Shettima on the occasion of his 59th birthday celebration.

In a statement the President lauded Vice President Shettima's courage, doggedness and tenacity to nation building.

Tinubu emphasised on the celebrant's  excellent service as Governor of Borno State for eight years and later as Senator representing Borno Central in the National Assembly; describing his leadership style as service to humanity and not a privilege.

The ‎President expressed his deep appreciation to Vice President Shettima's vibrancy loyalty partnership and support as his vice while acknowledging Shettima's passion for democracy good governance.and economic development.

MISS UNIVERSE NIGERIA 2025

 By Anu Awojobi          

Miss Anambra Onyinyechi Basil Emerges Winner Of "Miss Universe Nigeria" Beauty Pageant

Abia State born Nigerian beauty queen 

Onyinyechi Basil; representing "Miss Anambra" has emerged winner at the 2025 Miss Universe Nigeria beauty contest held Saturday August 30th in Lagos.

Onyinyechi alongside 21 other beauty queens slugged it out from the onset of the competition before advancing to the grand finale with 9 other contestants.

Rivers State Tree Planting Initiative

Polaris Bank, NCF Partner On Tree-Planting Drive To Address Carbon Emissions 

Nigeria's forward-thinking financial institution, Polaris Bank; committed to delivering customer first banking experiences across the country has partnered the Nigeria Conservation Foundation(NCF) to launch a tree-planting initiative aimed at combating carbon emissions in Rivers State.

The tree-planting exercise which held at Bodo City Girls Secondary School in Gokana Local Government Area of the state is part of efforts to promote sustainable environmental practices.

FNITCC Atlanta 2025

Fidelity Bank to Convene Strategic Panel On Export Financing

As part of its ongoing commitment to expand Nigeria’s footprint in global trade foremost financial institution Fidelity Bank Plc has announced plans to host a high-level panel session at the upcoming Fidelity Nigeria International Trade and Creative Connect (FNITCC) which is to be held in Atlanta Georgia, United States come Friday September 19, 2025.

Themed “Financing For Scale–Unlocking Capital For Global Export Competitiveness,” the session

Lagos Outdoor Advertising

LASAA Reaffirms Commitment To Fairness Safety And Industry Growth

The Lagos State Signage and Advertisement Agency (LASAA) says it remains committed to regulatory fairness, industry professionalism and the sustainable growth of outdoor advertising in the state.

The agency through its Managing Director Prince Fatiu Akiolu gave the assurance while responding to recent apprehensions suggesting a resurgence of heavy-handed regulations and arbitrary enforcement in the state's outdoor advertising industry. 

Refuting the claims that LASAA intended to wield the big stick, the agency drew attention to its longstanding practice of fostering dialogue and partnership with industry stakeholders.

Akiolu said that the Agency regularly convenes stakeholder fora while maintaining cordial relationship with industry players, offering concessions such

Naira Debit Card

Fidelity Bank Commences Intl' Transactions On Naira Debit Cards

In an effort to ensure customers have access  to seamless payments abroad, online and on Automated Teller Machines outside the shores of Nigeria Tier-one Lender Fidelity Bank Plc, has announced the resumption of international transactions on its Naira Debit Cards.

Divisional Head, eBanking Fidelity Bank Plc Ifeoma Onibuje said Fidelity Naira Cards have been enabled for its global use which makes it easy for Fidelity Bank customers to utilize their Naira Debit cards outside the country to shop, spend and withdraw internationally hassle free.

Onibuje explained that Fidelity Bank customers can now spend up to $1,000 quarterly for international POS and online transactions; as well withdraw up to $500 quarterly on international ATMs.

GAIM S6 Savings Promo

 Fidelity Bank Unveils 20 New Millionaires In 7th and 8th Monthly Draws

Leading banking institution Fidelity Bank Plc says it remains committed to financial empowerment and a savings-oriented culture through its Get Alert in Millions (GAIM) Season 6 Savings Promo.

Hence the bank has unveiled twenty new millionaires in its seventh and eighth monthly draws of the GAIM Season 6.

The draw event which held at the bank’s headquarters in Lagos witnessed the announcement of the lucky winners and the formal prize presentation ceremony for winners in the fourth fifth and sixth monthly draws.

Promo Chairperson and Executive Director, Lagos and South West Fidelity Bank Plc

Dr. Ken Opara who was represented by the Regional Bank Head Lagos Central Fidelity Bank Plc Chioma Nwankwo emphasized the bank’s mission to drive financial well-being through responsible saving culture.

“At Fidelity Bank we believe that financial well-being begins with cultivating smart saving habits; which inspired the GAIM 6 promo; a strategic initiative aimed at encouraging and rewarding a culture of consistent savings among our customers."

The Regional Bank Head Lagos Central noted that the initiative was not just about winning but helping Fidelity Bank's customers build a secure financial future as well receive financial advisory to help them grow and manage their wealth effectively.

10 winners each from the seventh and eighth draws emerged from various geo-political zones across Nigeria demonstrating the widespread reach and impact of the campaign. 

The draws were conducted electronically and supervised by representatives from the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) and other relevant regulatory bodies to ensure transparency and fairness.

The event also featured the formal presentation of prizes to 29 customers from the 4th 5th and 6th monthly draws.