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  DSC7525: President/CE, Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote; Chairman, Sinoma International Engineering, Lin Zhong Sinoma (Nanjing); at the MOU signing between Dangote Cement Plc and Sinoma International Engineering on Strategic Framework Agreement for the execution of twelve (12) new construction and expansion projects across the Group, in Lagos on Friday, February 2026. DSC7447: Chairman, Dangote Cement Plc, Emmanuel Ikazoboh; Group Managing Director/CEO, Dangote Cement Plc, Arvind Pathak; President/CE, Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote; Chairman, Sinoma International Engineering, Lin Zhong Sinoma (Nanjing); at the MOU signing between Dangote Cement Plc and Sinoma International Engineering on Strategic Framework Agreement for the execution of twelve (12) new construction and expansion projects across the Group, in Lagos on Friday, February 2026.   DSC7447: Chairman, Dangote Cement Plc, Emmanuel Ikazoboh; Group Managing Director/CEO, Dangote Cement Plc, Arvind ...

  By allcitynews.ng  There seems to be bright light at the end of the tunnel for police officers who would have been compulsorily retired following the appointment of their course mate as Inspector-General of Police. As the appointment Tunji Disu as  Acting IGP had reignited a nationwide debate over the controversial practice of compulsory retirement for senior police officers that are in the same grade.   The names of the Police DIGs, AIGs who escaped the axe based on appointment of Acting Inspection General of Police (IGP) Tunji Disu. The planned shake-up that would have seen the compulsory retirement of around 30 Deputy Inspectors General (DIGs) and Assistant Inspectors General of Police (AIGs) following the removal of Kayode Egbetokun as Inspector-General of Police (IGP) has been halted by President Bola Tinubu, a report by SaharaReporters showed. The appointment of a new Acting IGP has reignited a nationwide debate over the controversial practice of compulsory r...

  THIS  IS TAKING YOU ROUND WORLD IN FEW  SECONDS, ENJOY THE RIDE ‎****Wema Bank announces to 10 nominees for Sara  gives to empower  *https://www.brandimpact.com.ng/wema-bank-announces-top-10-nominees-for-sara-gives-to-empower ****Anambra native doctor sentenced to 11 months imprisonment *https://www.upshotreports.com/anambra-native-doctor-sentenced-to-11-months-imprisonment ****Anambra Court Jails Orient Petroleum MD, Two Others 14 Years for N25billion Fraud *https://www.upshotreports.com/anambra-court-jails-orient-petroleum-md-two-others-14-years-for-n25billion-fraud ****LAWMA Arrests Seven for Open Defecation on Lagos Island *https://www.upshotreports.com/lawma-arrests-seven-for-open-defecation-on-lagos-island ****N240m Fraud: Supreme Court Affirms Conviction and Sentence of Senator Albert Bassey *https://www.upshotreports.com/n240m-fraud-supreme-court-affirms-conviction-and-sentence-of-senator-albert-bassey ****Alleged N247.5m Fraud: EFCC Presents First Wit...

  L – R: Divisional Head, Brand, and Communications, Fidelity Bank Plc, Dr. Meksley Nwagboh; Publisher/Editor, BusinessDiary Newspaper, Zaka Khaliq Olalekan and Team Lead, Media and Internal Communications, Fidelity Bank Plc, Mr. Adebowale Banzi, during a courtesy visit by the management of BusinessDiary Newspaper to Fidelity Bank headquarters in Victoria Island, Lagos at the weekend. Posted by allcitynews.ng Fidelity Bank and BusinessDiary Newspaper are partnering to solidify strong and mutually beneficial.media relationship between both firms. This relationship will ensure the bank continues in its drive to support and deepen financial amd business journalism in Nigeria. Recall that BusinessDiary Newspaper is a weekly national business newspaper  that hit newstand every Monday while its online platform (www.businessdiary.ng) operates 24/7. Similarly, Fidelity Bank  Plc is a full-fledged commercial bank with over 10 million customers who are serviced across its 251...

  PenCom’s DG, Oloworaran and Finance Minister Edun By allcitynews.ng The efforts to consolidate the growth and development of the economy through pension inclusivity, the leadership of National Pension Commission (PenCom) has entered into partnership with Ministry of Finance. PenCom in partnership with Finance Ministry for sustainable economic growth through pension Just as the Director-General, Omolola Oloworaran,  reaffirmed that the institutional collaboration with the Ministry of Finance will further bring expected consolidation of the economy. She made this known  during a courtesy visit to the Honourable Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun. The meeting, held at the minister’s office, focused on strengthening Nigeria’s pension system, mobilising long-term domestic capital and aligning pension sector reforms with the broader economic stabilisation and growth agenda of President Bola Tinubu. According to officials, the enga...

   By allcitynews.ng  The Alternative Bank (AltBank) has joined the International Islamic Financial Market (IIFM), a global standard-setter for Islamic finance documentation and market guidance. This move puts AltBank on the same playbook used across key Islamic finance markets, strengthening how Shari’ah-compliant transactions are documented, executed, and trusted. AltBank will begin by aligning its interbank liquidity documentation with IIFM’s Master Collateralised Murabahah Agreement (MCMA) framework and will release its first ready-to-sign documentation pack and counterparty onboarding process in Q2 2026. The pack will include standard templates, term sheets, execution checklists, and counterparty onboarding requirements, built to reduce negotiation loops and speed up transaction close. This integration of global benchmarks into the local market is designed to provide Nigerian consumers and businesses with transparent, internationally recognised ethical banking produc...

     Ini Archibong, Strategy Director of Chastest Consult and one of Africa's most respected voices in media management, public affairs, and strategic communications, has formally declared his support for the Arise with Renewed Hope Initiative championed by His Excellency, Pastor Umo Eno, Governor of Akwa Ibom State, and co-adopted by Senate President, Dr. Godswill Akpabio. Archibong made the declaration at a media parley in Abuja, where he outlined his vision for contributing to the state's development through strategic investment attraction, project management excellence, and high-level stakeholder engagement. According to Archibong, "His Excellency's leadership and vision for Akwa Ibom State is truly inspiring. I pledge my full support for the Arise with Renewed Hope mantra and look forward to playing an active role in translating that vision into measurable progress for our people." A native of Itiam-Etoi in Uyo Local Government Area, Archibong brings nearly t...

  By allcitynews.ng  The Director General, National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) Professor Mojisola Christianah Adeyeye, the  Director General of  Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON), Dr. Ifeanyi Chukwunonso Okeke,  the Director General of Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC), Mr Tunji Bello, have expressed their readiness to speak in 2026  World Consumer Rights Day, March  13,  2026. Other guests expected to speak at the event, according to the Chairman of Brand Journalists Association of Nigeria (BJAN), Mr  Daniel Obi,  includes  renowned consumer rights advocate Mrs. Sola Salako-Ajulo. WCRD is a global event celebrated annually on March 15, to draw attention to the plights of  consumers.  The theme for this year is: "Safe Product, Confident Consumer". Organised by the Brand Journalists Association of Nigeria (BJAN), the event is scheduled to hold at the Ososa...

   By allcitynews.ng  Nestlé Nigeria has announced its full-year 2025 results, reporting N1.2tn in revenue compared to N958.8bn in the same period of 2024, even as it recorded a turnaround in its equity position from negative N92.3bn to a positive N12.9bn  despite the hard economic downturn. Just it disclosed that improved performance has positively impacted our equity position. This was disclosed in the audited financial results for 2025 filed with the Nigerian Exchange Limited on Wednesday, February 25. In the period under review, the company achieved a net profit of N105bn against a loss of N164.6bn in 2024. It also recorded the early repayment of $40m in forex-denominated debt. Export sales grew 56 per cent to N10.2bn from N6.6bn in 2024. Operating profit increased 34.3 per cent from N167.9bn to N225.4bn, and profit before tax rose to N166.8bn, reversing the N221.5bn loss in 2024. Commenting on the results, the Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of Nes...

By allcitynews.ng  Concerned by the reported news in circulation, a Non-Governmental Organisation, and Non-Partisan Organisation,  Guard Time Information (GTI), has strongly condemned the reported threat to the life of His Excellency, Peter Obi in Edo State. The organization in a statement by the  Chairman, Mr Bibi Oduku, noted that the body that has many legal practitioners is committed to the protection of democratic values, rule of law, and the fundamental rights of all Nigerians,  viewed any threat to the life of any political leader as a serious danger to our democracy and national peace. According to his statement, "We therefore call on the newly appointed Inspector General of Police of the Nigeria Police Force to immediately deploy intelligence units to thoroughly investigate the alleged threat and ensure that those responsible are identified and brought to justice without delay. Nigeria’s democracy must not be reduced to a battlefield of intimidation, harassm...

By allcitynews.ng Barely eight months after receiving serious warning against visiting the state without permission from the Edo State House Governor, Benin, the 2023 Presidential candidate under  the platform of  Labour Party,  Mr  Peter Obi escaped  assassination attempt on Tuesday, February 24 2026. It would be recalled that the Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo on July 18 2025 warned Peter Obi against visiting Edo without security clearance. Accusing Obi of coming into Edo  State without prior permission,  the governor said, "He said, “The man wey say he no get shishi, I am sending a direct message to him, there is a new sheriff in town. He cannot come to Edo State without telling me because his security will not be guaranteed. “Whatever happens to him in Edo State, he will take it.  His s ecurity won’t be guaranteed," the governor warned. His warning was based on the visit to  Benin, by Obi on July 7 when he donated N15m million...

  By allcitynews.ng  As rising inflation has continue to affect the pockets of individuals, corporate bodies and governments, Lagos State Government has  increase Bus Rapid Transit (BRT), fares by 13%  The government, through its Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA), stated that the price hike aimed at regulating public transport operations over raised concerns in its costs driven by economic pressures, became necessary to ensure sustainability of the government’s transport system. LAMATA, on Tuesday, February 24 2026, informed that the measure which takes effect from March 2, will charge N1,140 on commuters plying Igando to Obalende. Mile 12 to Yaba, TBS, passengers will begin to pay N690, Igbogbo to Marina, Badagry en-route to Mile 2 commuters will pay N1,140. Ikorodu to Alausa passengers will be charged N800, Ikotun to Marina, N1,100, Ayobo to Obalende, N1,260, as well as Ikotun to Ikeja, 630. Lagos Releases New BRT Fares: Below are the newly approved fa...

  By allcitynews.ng  President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has accepted the resignation of the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, following the submission of a letter in which he cited pressing family considerations for his decision to step aside. According to the Special Adviser to the President (Information and Strategy), Bayo Onanuga, the President received Egbetokun’s resignation on Tuesday and expressed profound appreciation for his decades of distinguished service to the nation and the Nigeria Police Force. He commended the outgoing police chief for his dedication, professionalism and steadfast commitment to strengthening the country’s internal security architecture during his tenure. Egbetokun, who was appointed Inspector-General of Police in June 2023, was serving a four-year term scheduled to conclude in June 2027, in line with the amended provisions of the Police Act. In response to the development and amid prevailing security challenges across the country, Preside...

    By allcitynews.ng  As part of efforts to deepen  its connection with consumers across, MILO has rolled out an ambitious 30-day gifting campaign across Northern Nigeria. The programme, said MILO, is meant as a way of touching thousands of lives and strengthening community bonds during the holy month. The initiative will see the distribution of over one million sampled cups of MILO, more than 1,000 cartons of the iconic beverage, alongside essential Iftar support items including prayer mats, prayer kettles, and plastic buckets to families across the region. Designed to make a meaningful impact, the donations will be channelled through 100 religious and community leaders overseeing mosques with an average congregation of 300 worshippers each, ensuring the items reach families who need them most. Speaking at the official launch, the Category Manager for Beverages, Gilbert Tweneboah-Koduah,  said the campaign reflects MILO’s commitment to its consumers beyond com...

  By allcitynews.ng  After hours of abstaining from food and drinks, one could consider using Date as part of the breakfast menu. Why? Date, as a popular type of fruit has been around for a long time. The origin of date can be traced back to almost 5320 BC. The fruit is a staple item for people in the Middle East and North Africa and is mainly cultivated in these regions.   Date is believed to be highly beneficial for the body due to its rich composition of macronutrients and many other healthy elements. To reap its health benefits, it should be included in your diet or simply chew whether breaking of fast or as snack  One can incorporate date into your routine diet or part of  your regular fruit intake, then you will have more reason to  praise God for  his wonderful gifts.  Date is basically tropical fruit that is grown on date palm trees. Scientifically known as Phoenix Dactylifera, it  is believed to be one of the healthiest fruits i...