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            BY: CERUTI M. OSAGIE MY INVESTIGATION The decision of a London property tribunal in the case of Ms Tali Shani v Chief Mike Ozekhome highlights an elaborate scheme of impersonation and forgeries, not on the part of Chief Ozekhome, but on the part of a phantom impostor, a so called Ms Tali Shani, who had challenged the transfer to him. She it was as found by the tribunal who manufactured all manners of evidence including fake birth certificate, fake Ecowas travel pass, fake NIN, fake address, fake 9mobile phone, fake utility bill, fake death certificate and fake obituary.  The ring of fraudsters epitomized by Ms Tali Shani also tendered before the tribunal fake medical records and fake witness statements, including one purportedly made by Gen Jeremiah Useni who testified as Ozekhome’s witness, etc. Gen Useni denied the statement as the handiwork of these same fraudsters who propped up a non existent Ms Tali Shani to lay claim to the property ...

 " Great woman is like a precious jewel, shining bright and illuminating the world around her." - Dr Nelson Mandela  Lady Amaka Perpetual Udeani is a fast-rising and influential figure in Africa’s entertainment and talent development space, widely recognized for her passion for empowering emerging creatives. A seasoned talent development consultant, artist manager, writer, blogger, and music business expert, she has consistently demonstrated a strong commitment to shaping the future of the African entertainment industry. She is the Managing Director and CEO of FameNet Africa, an arm of NDM Communication Limited, a Lagos-based digital media and entertainment company. Through FameNet Africa, Amaka has built impactful platforms that provide young talents with exposure, professional development, and global opportunities. Amaka is also the National President of FameNet Artist Club, a fast-growing network of creatives across Nigeria with extension to other African countries, where ...

Lagos, Nigeria - AfriCon, a revolutionary content creation platform, is gearing up to officially commence business in April. The brainchild of Chairman and Founder, Chief Emmanuel Oluoha, AfriCon aims to provide a unique opportunity for Africans in the creative world to showcase their talents and connect with a global audience. According to Chief Oluoha, the idea behind AfriCon is to bridge the gap between African creatives and the rest of the world. "We want to help Africa connect to the World," he said. "Our platform will provide a space for people all over Africa to create and upload their content, and we're excited to see the incredible talent that our continent has to offer." The AfriCon app is designed to be a game-changer for African creatives, offering a unique rewards system that sets it apart from other platforms. Unlike other platforms where content creators often go unrewarded, AfriCon has partnered with top brands such as Coca Cola, 7Up, Dangote Gro...

Group Managing Director/CEO, United Bank for Africa (UBA), Oliver Alawuba, has reinforced the bank’s commitment to deepening and facilitating Republic of Benin’s economic growth, through dedicated support  for its transformative infrastructure and development projects.  Alawuba made this disclosure during a high-level strategic working visit to the country on the 28th of January 2026.  The one-day engagement, which focused on strengthening ties with the government, key corporate clients, and the bank’s internal team, underscored UBA’s integrated approach to fostering economic growth. Alawuba, who spoke during the courtesy meeting with the Senior Minister of Finance, Economy, and Cooperation of Benin, Romuald Wadagni, highlighted the bank’s ongoing as well as future support for the Government of Benin’s transformative infrastructure and development projects. “Our presence in Benin is that of a committed stakeholder, and we see our role as a catalyst that will continue to c...

" Abundance is the mindset that the world is full of possibilities, and there's enough for everyone to thrive." 🌄 Femi Otedola, a Nigerian billionaire & serial philanthropist with an estimated net worth of approximately $1.7 billion, recently shared his insights on attaining abundance. His business empire spans across energy, aviation, and hospitality, with notable interests in oil and gas, power generation, banking and real estate. According to Otedola, success is a process that requires patience and perseverance. He advises future champions to focus on building a strong foundation, rather than rushing to the top. "Some want to walk before crawling, some want to fly without walking," he says. "Life is a process, and you must pass all processes of life before you attain genuine success." • Brand Placement  Otedola warns against the dangers of seeking overnight success, urging individuals to " always flee from fly by night " opportunities...

•Says govt set aside $2 million since 2021 for redevelopment of Makoko waterfront The Lagos State Government on Monday declared that the recent demolitions in Makoko were part of a broader, statewide safety and environmental policy aimed at preventing disasters linked to unsafe settlements, fire outbreaks, and high-risk infrastructure locations. The State Government made the declaration during a press conference by the Special Adviser to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on eGIS and Urban Development, Dr. Olajide Babatunde, at the Bagauda Kaltho Press Centre, Alausa. Dr. Babatunde, flanked by the Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Mr. Gbenga Omotoso, and Special Adviser to the Governor on Media and Publicity, Mr. Gboyega Akosile, and other state officials, said Lagos State’s intervention in Makoko was driven primarily by the need to protect lives, particularly in areas located in close proximity to high-tension power lines. He said the Lagos State Government remains committed to impr...

The Africa's global bank, United Bank for Africa (UBA), is pleased to announce the appointment of Loknath Mishra as the new CEO of UBA UK. With a wealth of experience spanning decades in wholesale and transaction banking, Loknath brings a high level of expertise and leadership to UBA UK. Loknath's strong track record in regulated UK markets makes him the ideal candidate to steer UBA UK towards greater heights. His appointment marks a significant milestone in the bank's growth strategy, and stakeholders are eager to see the impact of his leadership. In a position paper made available to Cerutti Media subsidiary platform World Industries Leaders Magazine International Online, UBA expressed its confidence in Loknath's ability to drive the bank's vision forward. "We are delighted to welcome Loknath as our new CEO," said the bank. Loknath's experience in wholesale and transaction banking will undoubtedly be a game-changer for UBA UK. His leadership will ena...