Author: Adetutu Audu

A 37 year-old Nigerian woman in the United Kingdom, Balkis Adeoye is currently going through trauma as the heartbroken mother is demanding answers after her ‘beautiful and happy’ two-year-old girl drowned in a garden bin when she slipped out of the sight of her carer. Mum-of-two, Balikis said her daughter, Mazeedat had been staying with people she ‘didn’t know or trust well enough’ at the time of her death. She said that she had consistently asked for help from social services at Newham Council to find a foster placement for her daughter but to no avail. The mother, who stated that…

The mother of the 12-year-old boy who made headlines in 2021 following his death as a result of alleged bullying in the elite high school in Lagos, the circumstances surrounding his death, has reportedly died after a protracted illness. Mrs Oromoni was reported to have suffered heartbreak and trauma over the loss of her youngest child. Two years after her son’s passing, she reportedly succumbed to health complications attributed to heartbreak and trauma. The late Sylvester Jnr. was allegedly a victim of severe bullying by senior students in the Lagos-based school, leading to his untimely death. The family’s ongoing fight…

It was an atmosphere filled with love when the families, friends and associates of Mayegun Adekunle Dally-Adeokun, Olori-ebi of Adeokun-Olaboyede(Olisa) royal family, Ijebu-Ode honoured him and his beautiful wife, Evangelist Olayide, in Ibadan, Oyo state at the walimatul-Nikkah of his son, Lukmon Adekunle Jnr to his beau, Faahidat Omowunmi, delectable daughter of Alhaji Suleyman and Alhaja Tawakalit Balogun on Saturday, 23 November 2024 . The colour of the day, Teal Green and Magenta ruled the hall of the Citron Events Centre as guests turned out glamourously to celebrate with the couple. The solemnization of the union was done in a…

Dr. Adetola Salau, Special Adviser to Executive Governor Of Kwara State on Education celebrated excellence at the just concluded Kwara State Education Conference, held on November 14 at the Banquet Hall in Ilorin.The groundbreaking event brought together the best minds in education to chart a transformative path for youth empowerment through STEAM education. As part of this remarkable event, Salau said her office had the privilege of honouring individuals who have significantly contributed to advancing education in Kwara State and beyond. According to Salau,the awardees represent the pinnacle of dedication, innovation, and impact in their respective fields. ‘We extend our…

It was an atmosphere filled with love when the families, friends and associates of Mayegun Adekunle Dally-Adeokun, Olori-ebi of Adeokun-Olaboyede(Olisa) royal family, Ijebu-Ode honoured him and his beautiful wife, Evangelist Olayide, in Ibadan, Oyo state at the walimatul-Nikkah of his son, Lukmon Adekunle Jnr to his beau, Faahidat Omowunmi, delectable daughter of Alhaji Suleyman and Alhaja Tawakalit Balogun on Saturday, 23 November 2024 . The colour of the day, Teal Green and Magenta ruled the hall of the Citron Events Centre as guests turned out glamourously to celebrate with the couple. The solemnization of the union was done in a…

Olujonwo , son of former President Olusegun Obasanjo,is ready to broker peace with his estranged wife, Temitope Adebutu, seeking forgiveness and a chance to rebuild their broken relationship. Temitope, daughter of billionaire and Premier Lotto founder, Chief Kessington Adebutu, married Olujonwo in a high-profile ceremony in May 2017. However, their union hit the rocks just months later, leading to separation and subsequent divorce proceedings. In a heartfelt public statement, Olujonwo expressed regret over the pain and challenges their marriage endured, taking responsibility for his actions and seeking to reconcile with his estranged wife. He acknowledged the mistakes he made, apologized…

Dr. Abosede Yinka-Ogundimu is the General Manager and Divisional Head at Providus Bank. She is a highly accomplished banking and finance professional with 30 years of expertise in sales, credit management, and banking operations. She holds an MBA from Bangor University, United Kingdom; a doctorate degree in Business Administration with focus on marketing; and is an alumnus of Wharton Business School, Pennsylvania, USA. In this interview, she speaks on her impact in the banking sector and charge for women’s growth. Q: What endeared you to the banking sector? Share with us your 30-year career journey A: As a seasoned banking…

A total sum of N77.5 million in prize money was won at the end of a keenly contested hackathon session at the Fourth Edition of the Zenith Tech Fair, themed “Future Forward 4.0: Embedded Finance, Cybersecurity & Growth Imperatives – The Impact of AI “, which held on Thursday, 21 November, 2024, at the Eko Convention Centre, Eko Hotels & Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos. The prize money was shared among ten finalists who emerged from the over 1,700 contestants that took part in the hackathon, with JumpnPass, a self-checkout technology solution reshaping the retail landscape in Africa emerging as the…

Ecobank Nigeria Plc’s customer, Moriah Trust Limited and its alter ego, David Nwedu have petitioned the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to investigate and uncover all fraudulent/illegal transactions allegedly perpetuated by Ecobank Nigeria Plc in the domiciliary account of Moriah Trust Limited with regard to $285,006 Advance Payment Guarantee Bond (APG) and bring to book every official of the bank who aided and abated such criminal and illegal transactions. The petition titled “CRIMINAL COMPLAINT AGAINST ECOBANK NIGERIA PLC ON AN ATTEMPT TO DEFRAUD MORIAH TRUST LIMITED OF AN ADVANCE PAYMENT GUARANTEE BANK BOND NO G 00613 FOR TWO HUNDRED…

The Artificial Intelligence so called mini revolution due to the emergence of Open AI that underpins ChatGPT and Microsoft’s Co-Pilot is also creating a growing problem that can be likened to the equivalent of mini scams getting perpetuated globally. So here we go again just like the year 2000 millennium bug issue which got ‘scare mongered’ into creatinga knee-jerk reaction that led to an estimated global spend of over $460 billion so. Artificial Intelligence specifically Generative AI (the underpinning technology for ChatGPT) nowoverhyped/exaggerated by VCs and information Technology Wannabe experts to dominate social mediachannels and news headlines. AI is now…

The Artificial Intelligence so called mini revolution due to the emergence of Open AI that underpins ChatGPT and Microsoft’s Co-Pilot is also creating a growing problem that can be likened to the equivalent of mini scams getting perpetuated globally. So here we go again just like the year 2000 millennium bug issue which got ‘scare mongered’ into creatinga knee-jerk reaction that led to an estimated global spend of over $460 billion so. Artificial Intelligence specifically Generative AI (the underpinning technology for ChatGPT) nowoverhyped/exaggerated by VCs and information Technology Wannabe experts to dominate social mediachannels and news headlines. AI is now…

According to the Economic and Financial Crimes (EFCC), Nigeria as a nation till date has lost over $500 million due to Cybercrime. This will suggest that the loss as of today’s date is likely to be at least 20% higher as more sophisticated cybercrime tools are now available and because of the advancement in artificial intelligence, audio spoofing etc. Cybercrime is criminal activity that either targets or uses a computer, a computernetwork, or a networked device to gain access to finances or to steal or ransomware or to compromise sensitive data. Cybercrime is also perpetuated to disrupt computer networks and…

Former aide to Prince Dapo Abiodun, Governor of Ogun State, Abidemi Rufai, has been released from prison in the United States, reports thegazellenews.com Rufai, 47, was released from the U.S. Bureau of Prisons’ custody in Fort Dix, New Jersey, on November 15, 2024, Correctional documents from the prison confirmed the story. The convicted felon, would now ready himself for deportation from the U.S. as stipulated in his guilty plea. His Nigerian passport was returned to him on October 21, 2024, after he filed a motion to reduce his sentencing. When he pleaded guilty to allegations of tax fraud and aggravated…

President Bola Tinubu will welcome Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi for a State Visit at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Sunday, 17 November, 2024. Prime Minister Modi is scheduled to arrive on Saturday, 16 November, 2024. His visit to Nigeria will be the first by an Indian Prime Minister since Dr Manmohan Singh’s state visit in 2007, when the two nations established a strategic partnership. President Tinubu and Prime Minister Modi will seek to strengthen Nigeria’s and India’s ties further during their bilateral discussions. Both leaders will exchange signed Memoranda of Understanding to enhance collaborations in critical sectors.

The Southwest Coordinator of Elders’ Forum of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), Alhaji Moshood Ajao, has clarified that Appeal Court did not nullified the election of Alhaji Musiliu Akinsanya (aka MC Oluomo) as the union’s president. Ajao, in a statement, explained that Alhaji Akinsanya was elected at the Zonal Delegates Conference of NURTW held in Osogbo on November 9, 2024 and was never a party to any court proceedings. According to him, Akinsanya neither file nor was part of the appeal that was described as devoid of merit. He explained that the Appeal Court judgment was delivered…

As part of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu administration ‘s commitment towards providing a conducive environment for learning and carrying out research for students and staff members, the Federal Government is committed to building mini grids in some higher institutions in the country. This is also to reduce cost of electricity consumption by the institutions. This was disclosed by the Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu on Thursday, 14 November, 2024, when he inspected the Advanced Solar Micro grid project, being built at the University of Abuja. The project is about 95 percent completed. He said the university solar project would…

Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has felicitated Chief Bukola Olawale Olopade on his appointment by President Bola Tinubu as the Director-General of the National Sports Commission (NSC) describing him as a worthy ambassador of Ogun State. Governor Abiodun, in a congratulatory message signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Lekan Adeniran, said Olopade, with his wealth of experience spanning decades in sports administration, would definitely perform beyond expectations in the new role. He further noted that Olopade has carved a niche for himself in sports administration through unwavering dedication and tenacity, adding that the appointment represents a round peg in…

The Alapomu of Apomu, His Royal Majesty Oba Kayode Adenekan Afolabi, has denied allegation of inciting electoral violence in Osun State. In a statement signed by his Media Aide, Tolu Adetunji, the Monarch said his attention has been drawn to a video where he made a speech at the flag-off of a road construction in Apomu. He said he never urged members of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to attack supporters of the All Progressive Congress (APC) in the forthcoming 2027 election as alleged about the video. He said there was no where in the said video that he mentioned 2027…

The Anwar Ul Islam College Agege Old Students Association (ACAOSA) 1984 set will be celebrating 40 years since their graduation with a two-day event themed “Celebrating Four Decades of Unity and Progress.” The celebration kicks off on Friday, November 22, 2024, and runs through Saturday, November 23, at their alma mater in Agege, Lagos. The reunion opens on Friday with a Jumat service at 2 p.m. at the school’s mosque on Oniwaya Road. This will be followed by a project handover ceremony, where members of the ACAOSA ’84 set will present their contributions to the school’s development. Wrapping up the…

The Board of Directors of NNPC Limited has announced a series of strategic leadership appointments, reports thegazellenews.com According to a statement by the spokesperson of the company, Olufemi Soneye, on Thursday, 14 November, 2024, the changes reflect NNPCL’s continued dedication to enhancing corporate governance, improving operational efficiency, and ensuring long-term success in Nigeria’s energy sector. According to him, the following key appointments have been made: Mr. Adedapo A. Segun has been appointed as the Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Mr. Segun previously served as the Executive Vice President, Downstream, where he made significant contributions to the company’s downstream operations. Mr. Isiyaku…