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LAPO Microfinance Bank recently received the Green Icon Award at the 2026 Green Conference hosted by GreenPlinth Africa, in recognition of its outstanding contributions to sustainable finance and environmental stewardship in Nigeria. The award, presented at the well-attended conference which convened key stakeholders across the sustainability, financial services, and development sectors, celebrates institutions that have demonstrated measurable impact in advancing green initiatives and climate-conscious investments. LAPO MfB earned the recognition following its sustained commitment to green financing, having disbursed over ₦59 billion in clean energy and environmentally focused loans. These investments have supported access to solar energy solutions, clean cooking…

By Kolawole Omotola Olaide The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, on Tuesday paid a visit to the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Nentawe Yilwatda, at his Abuja residence. Although details of the closed-door meeting were not officially disclosed, the visit has generated political interest following recent developments surrounding the screening of aspirants ahead of the Rivers State House of Assembly election. The APC screening committee recently approved 33 aspirants while disqualifying 65 others from participating in the party’s assembly primaries in Rivers State. The exercise reportedly affected aspirants believed to be loyal to Rivers…

By Abu-Ubaida Ibrahim Kuna Let me begin without ambiguity: what we watched on TVC was not a demonstration of political strength, it was a clear exposure of political immaturity. The recent interview granted by Hon. Isa Ali Pantami on the Gombe APC’s consensus has raised more questions than answers. Rather than strengthening his claim to relevance, it has only reinforced a troubling reality, that he is still operating at what can best be described as “play class” level in practical politics. One of the most astonishing claims he made was his reliance on online and physical voting allegedly conducted by…

By Usman Abubakar Dukku At a defining moment in the political evolution of Gombe State, as conversations around 2027 gather momentum, one fundamental question stands before the people: who possesses the competence, discipline, and vision to sustain and elevate the remarkable progress already achieved? It is impossible to engage this conversation without first acknowledging the transformative leadership of Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya. His administration has not only stabilized governance but has also redefined standards in public finance, infrastructure, institutional discipline, and development partnerships. Under his watch, Gombe has witnessed a new era of fiscal responsibility, strategic planning, and credible governance…

By Abu-Ubaida Ibrahim Kuna Prof. Pantami enters the political arena with a formidable national profile, shaped by his tenure as Director-General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) and later as Minister of Communications and Digital Economy. Widely regarded as an intellectual with strong academic and administrative credentials, his supporters often point to the digital transformation initiatives and employment opportunities associated with his time in office. However, beyond these accomplishments lies a more layered and, at times, contentious political reality in Gombe State. At the heart of the debate is the question of inclusiveness. While admirers highlight the opportunities…

By Bimbo Esho Iseyin a town in Oyo State played host to different prominent sons and daughters over the weekend as one of their most respected illustrious sons and musical icons was laid to rest. Professor YK Ajao born 72 years ago at Iseyin and whose real names are Yekeen Kolawole Ademola Ajao started his musical romance with older musicians at the age of 9. Later in 1971 he had his musical tutelage under Captain R Ade who taught him how to play the guitar. Later on he trained under one Captain Olu. It was a common practice with musicians…

By Kolawole Omotola Olaide Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency have intensified their crackdown on illicit drug trafficking across the country, leading to the arrest of three physically challenged suspects and the seizure of hard drugs valued at over N5.8 billion in Lagos. The anti-narcotics agency disclosed that the suspects were apprehended during separate operations carried out in Anambra and Kwara states as part of ongoing efforts to curb drug distribution nationwide. According to the agency, a 60-year-old suspect identified as Romanus Nwabara was arrested in the Akpaka Forest area of Onitsha, Anambra State, after operatives reportedly recovered…

By Kolawole Omotola Olaide Fresh conversations surrounding the 2027 presidential election have once again placed former Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan at the center of constitutional debate over whether he can legally return to the ballot. The renewed argument follows a suit currently before the Federal High Court in Abuja, where a legal practitioner is asking the court to declare Jonathan ineligible to contest for president again. The plaintiff argues that the former president had already taken the presidential oath twice — first in 2010 after the death of late President Umaru Musa Yar’Adua and again after winning the 2011 presidential…

By Asiwaju Dele Taiwo “San – an laa rin, aje nii muni pekoro”… One walks gently and patiently before wealth brings abundance. In life and business, not every humble or time-consuming move is a sign of weakness; sometimes it’s strategy. The person moving slowly today may be building something strong enough to last tomorrow. Patience, consistency, and wisdom will always beat haste without direction. ADT Cares

LAPO Microfinance Bank has announced the appointment of Dr. Kazeem Kolawole Durodoye as an independent non-executive director as part of efforts to strengthen its corporate governance and strategic oversight. In a statement, the bank said Durodoye brings over three decades of experience spanning information technology, cybersecurity, project management and financial systems transformation. He holds a Ph.D. in Information Science from the University of Ibadan and is currently pursuing another doctoral degree in Cybersecurity at Capitol Technology University, United States. His academic qualifications also include a Master of Information Science, a Master of Science in Pharmaceutics (Pharmaceutical Microbiology), and a Bachelor’s…