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A stern warning has been issued to the public regarding fraudulent WhatsApp groups using the name “Value Growth Club”. In these groups, bad actors are posing as renowned business leader Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede to mislead individuals and fraudulently request money. An official disclaimer states: “The public is urged to exercise extreme caution concerning WhatsApp groups under the name ‘Value Growth Club’, where persons are impersonating Mr. Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede, CFR, Chairman of Access Holdings, and citing Gotham Capital to appear legitimate and attract members.” Following independent checks, it was made clear that: “Mr. Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede has absolutely no affiliation with these WhatsApp…

The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has withdrawn the licences of some underperforming Private Sector Participation (PSP) operators and realigned waste collection routes in some parts of Lagos State, as part of measures to improve operational efficiency and ensure effective service delivery. The Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of LAWMA, Doctor Muyiwa Gbadegesin said this at the weekend, noting that the action followed a comprehensive operational review aimed at aligning operator capacity with the growing waste management demands of the State. He explained that the affected operators were unable to meet required service standards, necessitating the withdrawal of their licences in…

The Etionary Properties Management Limited has organised a train trip to Moniya, for the official unveiling of its Casaverde Resort and Residential Estate to prospective home owners. The initiative highlighted the seamless integration of transportation and real estate, while showcasing the accessibility and appeal of the development. The train has onboard about 112 guests, including dignitaries from the diaspora. Guests moved from the iconic Mobolaji Johnson Train Station to the Obafemi Awolowo Train Station Moniya, Ibadan, Oyo State, where the estate is strategically located. Welcome to Casaverde Estate and Resort, sitting at an estimated 36 minutes drive from the station,…

VC: Project to Ease Accommodation Crisis, Boost Student Experience. Lagos State University, LASU, has performed the soil-turning ceremony for a 1,500-bed TETFund Hostel Development intervention project on its main campus, in a public-private partnership aimed at tackling student accommodation challenges. Speaking at LASU during the groundbreaking ceremony for a 1,500-bed Tertiary Education Trust Fund, TETFund Hostel Development intervention project on the University’s main campus, in a public-private partnership, the Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, praised the LASU’s Vice-Chancellor, Professor Ibiyemi Olatunji-Bello for her compassion and commitment to students and staff. The Minister who announced a series of federal projects for…

The Lagos State Government has approved an additional ₦50,000 to State workers’ salaries for the month of May as part of efforts to cushion the prevailing economic crunch especially the impact of rising fuel prices. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu made the announcement at the 2026 Workers Day celebration themed “Insecurity, Poverty: Bane of Decent Work”, held on Friday at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan, Lagos. He reiterated that the intervention, which will be reviewed, underscores his administration’s resolve to ensure that Lagos remains a functional city and one that works for its residents, especially the workforce that drives its growth and…

Stakeholders from Nigeria and South Africa have restated commitment to deepening economic cooperation, trade, and infrastructure development at the second edition of the Nigeria-South Africa Economic Diplomacy Roundtable. The Roundtable held on Thursday, April 23, 2026, at MTN Plaza, Ikoyi, Lagos, brought together senior government officials, diplomats, and private sector leaders to strengthen bilateral relations and advance shared priorities with a strong focus on translating dialogue into actionable economic outcomes. In her welcome address, the Chief Marketing Officer of MTN Nigeria, Onyinye Ikenna-Emeka, speaking on behalf of the Chief Executive Officer, Doctor Karl Toriola, described the Roundtable as central to…

At its Annual General Meeting (AGM) held on April 30, 2026, MTN Nigeria shareholders officially approved a massive structural shift in the company’s digital financial services operations. The telco successfully passed Resolution 9, a general mandate that cedes majority control of its fintech subsidiaries – MoMo Payment Service Bank Limited (MoMo PSB) and Y’ello Digital Financial Services Limited (YDFS) – to its parent company. This decisive vote marks a pivotal moment in the Nigerian tech and telecom ecosystem as the dominant connectivity provider restructures its asset portfolio. The mechanics of the newly approved deal are highly strategic. According to the…

FG Lauds State, Says Plan Aligns With National Industrial Policy. The Lagos State Government has unveiled its Industrial Policy 2025–2030, a five-year blueprint to position the state as a 21st-century industrial hub driven by technology, green growth, and broad-based development. Speaking at the launch on Victoria Island, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu said the Lagos State Industrial Policy, LSIP, will ensure rapid urbanization is matched with technology-led production systems, modern supply chains, and stronger competitiveness. “By 2030, Lagos envisions a thriving, inclusive and green industrial economy that is structurally capable of sustaining productivity-driven growth and delivering broad-based benefits for residents,” the Governor…

The shareholders of Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc (GTCO), yesterday commended the management of the financial institution for the highest dividend payout of N12.76 kobo in the Nigerian’s banking sector for 2025 financial year. The shareholders yesterday at the GTCO’s 5th Annual General Meeting (AGM) lauded the Group’s impressive 2025 financial year performance and also for meeting the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN)’s N500billion new minimum capital requirement. Speaking at the AGM, the President of the Nigerian Shareholders’ Solidarity Association, Chief Timothy Adesiyan, expressed excitement for the management dividend payout for 2025FY, stressing that the board has demonstrated discipline to…

About Nestlé Nigeria: Nestlé Nigeria is one of the largest food and beverage companies in Africa. The Company’s purpose is to unlock the power of food to enhance quality of life for everyone today and for generations to come. For over 62 years of its operation in Nigeria. With 3 manufacturing sites, 7 branch offices and a head office located in Lagos, Nestlé Nigeria is a force for good, helping to improve the wellbeing and livelihood of individuals and families to build thriving communities while taking action to protect the planet. A small-scale grocery seller from Plateau State, Ejiofor Akujieze,…