WORLD INDUSTRY LEADERS

• By Mike Cerutti, Publisher, The Humanitarian world newspaper  Though the 2025 Ballon d'Or ceremony has come and gone, one moment continues to dominate conversations both on and off the pitch. While the world focused on who would take home the Golden Ball, it was Arsenal star Bukayo Saka who stole hearts for a different reason. At the glamorous event held at the London Palladium, Saka was honoured with the Socrates Award, the Ballon d'Or prize reserved for players who embody exceptional humanitarian service and social responsibility. The spotlight at the ceremony was intense as Saka walked up looking sharp and composed to receive football's most humanitarian honour. By his side was his fiancée, Tolami Benson, who stunned in elegant style and set the internet agog. Dressed with grace and confidence, she stood beside him as cameras flashed throughout the hall, with many online describing her as the star who stole the show at the ceremony. The Socrates Award, introduced in 20...

         • By Richlist Int Magazine  In a country where cancer remains one of the most feared and financially devastating diseases, Polaris Bank Limited has distinguished itself as a corporate institution whose compassion goes far beyond banking. The Bank has reaffirmed its longstanding commitment to cancer awareness, early detection and patient care, proving that true corporate citizenship is measured not only by profit, but by lives touched. The significance of this commitment is most evident in its legacy partnership with the Care Organisation Public Enlightenment (C.O.P.E). Through this enduring collaboration, Polaris Bank has supported breast cancer screening for over 22,000 women across Nigeria, donated three breast cancer screening machines including a mobile screening unit to reach rural communities, sponsored full treatment for over 30 indigent cancer patients, and provided ongoing support for survivors to reintegrate with dignity.  In October...

            By Richlist AVIATION unit  The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has released a fresh public advisory reminding all air travellers to be mindful of how they handle and relate with cabin crew members while on board aircraft across the country. The Authority in a new sensitization poster titled "CABIN CREW IS NOT THE ENEMY" stated that it is a crime to verbally or physically assault airline staff and cabin crew, stressing that cabin crew members do not make laws but only obey and enforce aviation regulations. The NCAA noted that the primary role of cabin crew is to ensure passenger safety aboard the aircraft. According to the Authority, any passenger who feels offended by the conduct of any crew member should not take laws into their hands but rather report such unruly cabin crew via its official consumer protection portal, http://cpd.ncaa.gov.ng. It emphasized its mantra of Safety First, Safety Next, Safety Third. The Authority further...

In a profound demonstration of philanthropy and deep love for humanity, Edo-born billionaire industrialist, Chief Dr. Leemon Agbonjagwe Ikpea, CON, recently completed and donated a fully equipped 62-bed ultra-modern hospital to his community in Ewatto, Esan South East Local Government Area of Edo State, a gesture that has been described as historic and life-changing. The state-of-the-art medical facility, built single-handedly by the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Lee Engineering Group, was officially commissioned by the Governor of Edo State, amidst pomp, praises and prayers from traditional rulers, community leaders, women, youths and beneficiaries who trooped out in their numbers to witness the landmark event. Speaking during the commissioning, Chief Ikpea, who is also the Adolor of Ewatto and Odolagbon of Warri Kingdom, said the hospital project was borne out of his personal conviction that wealth is meaningless if it does not touch lives. According to him, “Touching lives...

   • By Richlist international magazine  The Power of Praise 24 Hours, popularly known as POP24, is an annual twenty four hour non-stop praise and worship gathering hosted by Trinity House under the leadership of Pastor Ituah Ighodalo. The event has grown over the years to become one of the most anticipated worship experiences on the Lagos Christian calendar, drawing thousands of worshippers into an uninterrupted atmosphere of praise. Trinity House, known for its commitment to raising a people of excellence and deep spirituality, convenes this gathering as a prophetic altar of worship for Lagos and Nigeria. The vision, according to the church, is to create a full day where praise does not cease and where believers lift their voices in thanksgiving for preservation and mercy. For the 2026 edition, the church has announced a profound theme, The Spirit of the Almighty, drawn from Isaiah chapter eleven verse two. The theme speaks to the manifestation of divine wisdom, underst...

• By Chief Mike Cerutti Osagie — World Industry Leaders & Richlist international magazine Publisher  Only recently, the serial investor and philanthropist per excellence, Tony Elumelu, posted this image & quote on his Facebook page and it has been causing waves. I as a connoisseur of his works now decide to write about its significance. The photo carries a message that stops you mid-scroll. "Sometimes, all it takes is one person willing to believe in you, particularly when the odds seem stacked against you."                                   👇  It is not a motivational caption, it is Elumelu's entire life distilled into one sentence. He was once that young man waiting for one person to believe, and today he has become that one person for thousands. Its significance is first personal and historical. Elumelu knows that careers are not built by certificates alone, but by trust. Someone t...