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Jim Ovia steps down as Zenith Bank Group Chairman, after 36 years in active service

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  By allcitynews.ng Following expiration of his tenure in line with regulato r y requirements, Jim Ovia has stepped down as Group Chairman of Zenith Bank. His stepping down became imperative to adhere strictly to the laid down law, after 36 years active service. The Bank’s statement which made this known during Bank's 2026 Annual General Meeting (AGM) which took place on Tuesday, May 5, 2026 in Lagos explained that "Ovia stepped down from the position following his completion of the mandatory 12-year tenure permitted under corporate governance guidelines for financial holding companies, non-interest banks, and payment service banks in Nigeria. It would be recalled that in Ovia who founded Zenith Bank 1990, has actively steer the ship of the bank from inception to the global recognition. Through his leadership, the bank experienced tremendous growth. He was a central figure in its growth trajectory and was credited by the Board for providing strong leadership, strategi...
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Consumers thrill with unforgettable exciting experience at Lagos 2026 edition of Golden Penny Food and Soup Festival

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   Posted by allcitynews.ng  If Lagos had a flavour, it would probably taste like the Golden Penny Food and Soup Festival: rich, vibrant, and impossible to forget. From the moment guests stepped in, it was clear this wasn’t just another food event. It was an experience.  The Breakfast Zone came alive early, serving up delicious breakfast meals and treats that set the tone for a day filled with indulgence. As the day progressed,  the Lunch Zone took over, bursting with mouth watering pasta and noodle delicacies  that kept plates full and spirits even fuller.    Can you imagine a village dedicated to just delicious soups from all ethnic regions? YES. The Soup Village had over 20 different soups, each one speaking to it’s culture, all paired perfectly with smooth, satisfying Golden Penny Semovita. It was a celebration of culture, taste, and that unmistakable “home” feeling in every bite. Keeping the energy in top gear  were the hosts, Kie Kie an...
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FirstBank Confirms Appointment of Olayinka Ijabiyi as Group Head, Marketing and Corporate Communications

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      Posted by allcitynews.ng FirstBank, West Africa’s premier financial institution and financial inclusion service provider, has confirmed the appointment of Olayinka Ijabiyi as the substantive Group Head, Marketing and Corporate Communications. The appointment takes immediate effect and reinforces strong corporate governance at a pivotal point in the Bank’s growth and transformation journey.   Olayinka Thomas Ijabiyi is a seasoned marketing and corporate communications professional with over 25 years of experience driving brand transformation, strategic visibility, and stakeholder engagement across financial services, telecommunications, media, and international development sectors.   Ijabiyi joined FirstBank in 2011 and has served in acting capacity as the Group Head of Marketing and Corporate Communications from December 2024 until his recent confirmation. In his role, he leads the development and execution of integrated marketing and corporate com...
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NEWS UPDATE @ DAWN ON PRINTED/ ONLINE NEWSPAPERS, MONDAY, MAY 4, WITH LINKS TO THE PUBLISHERS' ADDRESSES, TO GIVE YOU MORE ACCESS TO THE TOP & MAJOR HEADLINES, WHICH YOU PROBABLY MISSED ON FRIDAY 1, SATURDAY 2, SUNDAY 3, OF MAY

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  WELCOME TO THIS NEWS CRUISE CONTROL PLATFORM WHERE YOU  CAN TRAVEL AROUND THE WORLD VIA READING NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL NEWS WITHIN FEW MINUTES- COME ALONG, ENJOY THE RIDE News Update, Monday, 04/05/2026 ‎**Peter Obi officially announces his exit from ADC, cites ‘internal battles’ ‎ ‎**2027: Political opportunist moves again – Onanuga mocks Obi for exiting ADC ‎ ‎**ADC unveils primary timetable, pegs Presidential form at N100m ‎ ‎**NGE, SERAP to Tinubu Govt, governors, others: Protect journalists, end insecurity, impunity now ‎ ‎**Tinubu will lose only if election is held on social media - Gov Uba Sani ‎ ‎**North-West governors reject bandit negotiations ‎ ‎**ADC fixes primary dates, sets Presidential  form at N100m ‎ ‎**Agege Constituency II endorses Kareem ahead of 2027 Assembly Election ‎ ‎-----Constituents Cite performance ‎ ‎**Osun to provide free artificial limbs for 1,000 amputees ‎ ‎**Otu mourns C'River varsity students, staff kill...
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NEWS UPDATE @ DAWN ON PRINTED/ ONLINE NEWSPAPERS, FRIDAY, MAY 1, WITH LINKS TO THE PUBLISHERS' ADDRESSES, TO GIVE YOU MORE ACCESS TO THE TOP & MAJOR HEADLINES, WHICH YOU PROBABLY MISSED ON TUESDAY 28, WEDNESDAY 29, THURSDAY 30 OF APRIL

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WELCOME TO THIS NEWS CRUISE CONTROL PLATFORM WHERE YOU  CAN TRAVEL AROUND THE WORLD VIA READING NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL NEWS WITHIN FEW MINUTES- COME ALONG, ENJOY THE RIDE DEAR READERS, HAPPY NEW MONTH TO YOU, THIS MONTH, FROM  NOW ON, SHALL BE YOUR MONTH  OF  EXPECTED AND UNEXPECTED ALL-ROUND NET-BREAKING BLESSINGS  News Update, Friday, 01/05/2026 *****Opinion:Nigeria's Booming Growth Leaves Citizens Trapped In Deeper  Poverty **https://businessdiary.ng/2026/04/27/opinion-nigerias-booming-growth-leaves-citizens-trapped-in-deeper-poverty *****Nescafe Launches Next Level Promo To  Reward, Empower Consumers **https://peopleandpowermag.com/nescafe-launches-next-level-promo-to-reward-empower-consumers *****FG Declares May 1 Public  Holiday **https://peopleandpowermag.com/fg-declares-may-1-public-holiday-to-honour-nigerian-workers *****Adeniyi UAE Moves To Boost Trade **https://peopleandpowermag.com/adeniyi-uae-move-to-boost-trade-str...
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NEWS UPDATE @ DAWN ON PRINTED/ ONLINE NEWSPAPERS, THURSDAY, APRIL 30, WITH LINKS TO THE PUBLISHERS' ADDRESSES, TO GIVE YOU MORE ACCESS TO THE TOP & MAJOR HEADLINES, WHICH YOU PROBABLY MISSED ON TUESDAY 28, WEDNESDAY 29

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  WELCOME TO THIS NEWS CRUISE CONTROL PLATFORM WHERE YOU  CAN TRAVEL AROUND  THE WORLD VIA READING NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL NEWS WITHIN FEW MINUTES- COME ALONG, ENJOY THE RIDE News Update, Thursday, 30/04/2026 ‎ ‎**Hamzat gets Tinubu’s nod at Abuja meeting ‎ ‎**Tinubu fires NMDPRA CEO, Saidu Mohammed, four months after appointment ‎ ‎**Senate confirms Yuguda as CBN deputy governor ‎ ‎**Return home, pursue peace, Tinubu urges Plateau leaders ‎ ‎**Reps urge FG to operationalise Sokoto automotive projects ‎ ‎**Tinubu okays N2bn relief for victims of Plateau attack ‎ ‎**Delta gov calls for periodic national conference to deepen unity ‎ ‎**Lagos Police Arrest 118 Suspects, Recover Firearms, Drugs in April Crackdown ‎ ‎**Gunmen storm Church during night vigil, eliminate Pastor, abduct worshippers ‎ ‎ **2027 Guber crisis in Nasarawa: Ex-IGP teams up with Al-Makura to defy Sule ‎ ‎**Group urges Kwara gov to address marginalisation of traditional rulers ...
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African Youth Take Center Stage at Yale Model African Union Conference as Dennis Sampong Calls for Innovation Across Agriculture

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  Posted by allcitynews.ng  The fifth edition of the Yale Model African Union (YMAU) concluded successfully in Accra, bringing together over 300 delegates, policymakers, industry leaders, and entrepreneurs from across Africa and the diaspora for three days of dialogue, innovation, and collaboration. Held from March 13–15, 2026, under the theme “Imagine, Challenge & Build the Africa We Want,” the milestone conference marked five years of fostering youth leadership and policy engagement across the continent. The conference featured a robust programme including African Union committee simulations, leadership workshops, the Mandate-to-Market Innovation Pitch Contest, and a University and Career Fair. A key highlight was the panel session “Designing the Future: Creativity at the Intersection of Policy and Enterprise,” which explored how innovation, policy design, and private sector leadership can work together to drive sustainable development and economic transformation. Am...
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