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The Access Group Human Map of Nigeria: A Story Forged in the Sun

LAGOS, NIGERIA – On Friday, September 27, the skies over Lagos opened with rain, steady, inconvenient, and for many, discouraging. But for the people of Access Holdings and Access Bank, its flagship subsidiary, it was just another obstacle on the path to making history. By midday, the clouds gave way …

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The Alternative Bank, Kanu Heart Foundation Unite to Save 600 Hearts (+photos)

  LAGOS, NIGERIA, OCTOBER 3, 2025 – The Alternative Bank (AltBank), in partnership with the Kanu Heart Foundation (KHF), commemorated World Heart Day with a symbolic 5km walk in Lagos. The walk, which raised awareness on cardiovascular diseases, also marked the kickoff of KHF’s 25th anniversary campaign. Through the campaign, …

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Access Holdings, Coronation Group Partner To Champion Landmark Nigerian Art Exhibition At Tate Modern

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED LAGOS, NIGERIA, OCTOBER 1, 2025 — Access Holdings Plc and Coronation Group Ltd, under the leadership of Chairman Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede, CFR, have announced their joint sponsorship of Nigerian Modernism, the first major UK exhibition dedicated to tracing the evolution of modern art in Nigeria. Set to open …

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How Senator Natasha Kneels To Thank Husband For His Unwavering Support, Says, “I Have Found My Greatest Strength In Your Love”

FCT, ABUJA, NIGERIA – The Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has publicly expressed heartfelt appreciation to her husband, High Chief Emmanuel Uduaghan, for his unwavering love and steadfast support during her most challenging moments at the National Assembly. Senator Natasha resumed duties at the National Assembly on Tuesday, September …

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Oba Olugbenle Sponsors Drug-Free Sensitization Campaign Across Ilaro-Yewa Secondary Schools (+photos)

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED ILARO-YEWA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The Olu of Ilaro and Paramount Ruler of Yewaland, His Royal Majesty Oba (Dr.) Kehinde Gbadewole Olugbenle, has sponsored a far-reaching “Drug Free Dreams” sensitization campaign across selected secondary schools in Ilaro-Yewa. The initiative, held on Wednesday, September 24, 2025, underscored the …

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Gateway International Airport: Best Investment of Gov. Abiodun’s Administration – Ogun Elders

ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The Gateway State International Airport, Ilishan Remo, has been described as the best investment bequeathed to the state by the Prince Dapo Abiodun-led administration. The Chairman of the Governor’s Elders Advisory Council, Chief Olu Okuboyejo, stated this on Thursday, October 2, 2025, when he led …

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Bombardier Endorses Dangote Refinery for Cleaner Jet Fuel, Celebrates Africa’s Leadership

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED The Dangote Refinery achieved a historic milestone on Friday, September 26, 2025, as it exported gasoline from Nigeria to the United States for the first time. A total of 320,000 barrels arrived at the Port of New York, marking a breakthrough that showcased Africa’s ability to meet …

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Losing My Wife Left A Void That Can Never Be Filled – Otunba Wale Ademowo

Otunba (Dr.) Wale Ademowo, former Entertainment and Society Editor of the Nigerian Tribune, spoke with Abu-Satar Hamed of StarTrend Int’l Magazine and online platform on Friday, September 25, 2025, shortly after the interment of his beloved wife, Chief (Mrs.) Bolajoko Beatrice Ademowo (née Senbajo). In the emotional interview, Otunba Ademowo …

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Clerics Describe Chief (Mrs.) Bolajoko Ademowo A Woman Of Inestimable Value, Kind-Hearted Devout Christian (+photos)

…Children Pay Heartfelt Tributes BY ABU-SATAR HAMED IBADAN, OYO STATE, NIGERIA – The Vicar in charge of Adeyinka Adegbite Memorial Anglican Church, behind Town Planning, Oluyole, Ibadan, Ven. Babatope James David, has described the death of Chief (Mrs.) Bolajoko Beatrice Ademowo (née Senbanjo) as not only a great loss to …

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BCOS RATTAWU Pays Courtesy Visit to Baba Oloye Lekan Alabi, Abese Olubadan of Ibadanland Designate, Ahead Of 75th Birthday

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED IBADAN, OYO SATE, NIGERIA – The Broadcasting Corporation of Oyo State (BCOS) chapter of the Radio, Television, Theatre and Arts Workers’ Union of Nigeria (RATTAWU), under the leadership of its chairman, Comrade Adeniyi Faleti, has paid a courtesy visit to Oloye Lekan Alabi, the Abese Olubadan of …

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