Author: Nationalmonitor

The Lagos State Tutor General/Permanent Secretary of Education District 1, Dr. Olufunke Idowu Oyetola, has emphasized the importance of collaboration between government, alumni, and community stakeholders in building a conducive learning environment for students. Speaking at the commissioning of newly renovated facilities donated by the Stadium Grammar School Old Students Association in Lagos on Tuesday, Dr. Oyetola—represented by Mrs. Maria Ojo, Director of School Administration, Education District 1—commended the alumni for complementing government efforts through the provision of dual seats, a modern laboratory, and ICT rooms. She stressed the need for proper maintenance of the facilities, noting that the district…

The National Social Security Fund (NSSF) Uganda has announced a partnership with Interswitch Group, one of Africa’s leading digital payment and e-commerce companies, to extend social security services to more Ugandans through Quickteller, one of Interswitch’s flagship consumer financial and agency banking service platforms. The National Social Security Fund (NSSF) Uganda is a multi-trillion Fund mandated by the Government through the NSSF Act, as amended, to provide social security services to all eligible employees in Uganda and regulated by the Uganda Retirement Benefits Regulatory Authority, while the Minister of Gender, Labour & Social Development, and the Minister of Finance, Planning…

The Nigeria Customs Service Board (NCSB) has announced sweeping changes to its leadership structure, approving new appointments and special promotions during its 64th Regular Meeting held on Tuesday, November 25, 2025. Chaired by the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Economy, Wale Edun, the Board confirmed the elevation of five Deputy Comptroller-Generals (DCGs) and eight Assistant Comptroller-Generals (ACGs), in line with statutory provisions and the Federal Character Policy under Section 14(4) of the Nigeria Customs Service Act, 2023. New Deputy Comptroller-Generals – Baba Imam (North-East) – Isah Umar (North-West) – Tijjani Abe (North-West) – Timi Bomodi (South-South) – Oluyomi Adebakin (South-West) …

The Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, on Friday, 21 November 2025, said the Nigeria Customs Service has concluded arrangements to subject all incoming officers and men to a mandatory drug test as part of the ongoing recruitment exercise. CGC Adeniyi, who disclosed this during the closing session of the CGC’s 2025 Conference in Abuja, said the measure was designed to ensure that no recruit enters the Service with substance-abuse tendencies that could compromise judgment, security responsibilities, or operational integrity. According to him, the new directive is aimed primarily at the fresh intake of recruits, but serving officers will also be…

I extend my heartfelt congratulations to Distinguished Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola (YAYI) on his conferment of the prestigious Fellowship Award (FYCT) by the Senate and Management of Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH). This honour, bestowed by Nigeria’s foremost tertiary institution, stands as a resounding testament to Senator Adeola’s unwavering dedication to education, youth empowerment, and national development. On the floor of the National Assembly, Senator Adeola has consistently championed legislative initiatives for the transformation of YABATECH and the Federal Polytechnic, Ilaro (FPI) into full-fledged Universities of Technology—institutions designed to produce the skilled manpower required for Nigeria’s progress. Today, part of…

L–R: Executive Director -South, Mrs. Pamela Shodipo; Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Nneka Onyeali-Ikpe,OON (both of Fidelity Bank Plc); Group Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Adebowale Olujimi; Group Executive Director, Mrs. Olugbesoye Olujimi (both of Emadeb Energy); Executive Director -Lagos and South West, Fidelity Bank Plc, Dr. Ken Opara; and Group Executive Director, Finance/Strategy, Emadeb Energy, Mr. Tosin Adewuyi; at the First Oil presentation event by Emadeb Energy at the Fidelity Bank headoffice in Lagos recently. Fidelity Bank Plc has restated its commitment to advancing Nigeria’s oil and gas industry, with a strong focus on supporting indigenous operators. This was…

Renowned Nigerian beauty entrepreneur Chineye Otabil, founder of Chiniella Beauty and Varda Beauty, delivered a masterclass at this year’s Aegis Global Women’s Retreat, held from October 29 to November 1, 2025, at The Tawny United Kingdom. Aegis Global Women’s Retreat is a transformative gathering designed to empower women to lead, serve, and thrive at the highest levels. The retreat brings together visionary women from across sectors for boardroom readiness training, leadership and governance workshops, global networking opportunities, cultural and diplomatic engagementsAddressing an audience of women leaders, innovators, and changemakers, Otabil shared practical insights on simple, effective skincare routines for busy…

Dangote Group is pleased to announce that it has entered a strategic partnership with Honeywell International Inc to support the next phase of expansion of the Dangote Petroleum Refinery. This collaboration will provide advanced technology and services that will enable the refinery to increase its processing capacity to 1.4 million barrels per day by 2028, marking a major milestone in our long-term vision to build the world’s largest petroleum refining complex. Through this agreement, Honeywell will supply specialised catalysts, equipment, and process technologies that will allow the refinery to process a broader slate of crude grades efficiently and to further…

Digital-to-Home television service provider, GOtv Nigeria, kicked off its end-of-year campaign with a carnival-style roadshow on Friday. The procession moved through key parts of Lagos, drawing excited crowds, some of whom made on-the-spot decoder purchases in preparation for the holiday season. Starting at the Ikeja BRT Park, the roadshow featured dancers, drummers, branded performers and the GOtv gorilla mascot as it travelled through Maryland, Ojuelegba, Tejuosho, Yaba, Oyingbo and CMS before ending around the Eko Hotel Roundabout. The activation marks the first major push in MultiChoice’s end-of-year rollout features like the AFCON, Football season and Festive lineup. For many Lagos…

The Adele Olu of Ilaro, High Chief Abiodun Olalekan Ilo, has commended the revitalized League of Yewa-Awori Media Practitioners (LOYAMP) for stepping up at a crucial time to champion the collective interests of Ogun West. In a recent online interview with Abu-Satar Hamed of StarTrend International Magazine, the US-based traditional leader expressed admiration for the quality and consistency of publications from LOYAMP members. He particularly noted their coverage of Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola (Yayi) and other developmental efforts across the region. High Chief Ilo urged the group to maintain its momentum by promoting the aspirations of Senator Adeola Yayi alongside…