By Jemimah Wellington, JKNewsMedia Reporter LAGOS BUSINESS School (LBS) is charting a bold course towards its future with the appointment of Professor Olayinka David-West as its fifth Dean. The management notes that her vision prioritises academic innovation, entrepreneurial leadership, and social impact, ensuring the LBS continues its role a...
By JKNewsMedia THE APPOINTMENT has been announced of Valerie Omowunmi Tunde-Obe as Executive Director, Business Development and Innovation by the Punch Nigeria Limited management. The company said her tenure begins on January 1, 2025, as confirmed in a statement released by the publishers of Nigeria’s most widely read newspaper. Tunde-Obe pre...
By Jemimah Wellington, JKNewsMedia Reporter A FIRST female pilot, Lieutenant Changfe Maigari, has been appointed by the Nigerian Navy. This has been noted as a significant achievement for both the military and gender equality in Nigeria. Her accomplishment marks a pivotal moment in the nation’s armed forces, highlighting the growing role...
By Chidi Anselm Odinkalu THE JUDICIAL career of Francis Chukwuma Abosi was supposed to last only seven years. In the event, he did 12 and may well have reached 20 years if events had not intervened. In his 12th year as a judge in April 2020, while serving as the Acting President of the Customary […]
By Joke Kujenya NIGERIA IS on the brink of a historic leadership transition in its judiciary, as the Supreme Court’s most senior justice is set to assume the role of Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN). This anticipated appointment will make her the second woman in the nation’s history to hold this prestigious position, following Justice […]...
By Joke Kujenya HILARIA ASUMU, a Nigerian woman, has been appointed as the Regional Magistrate, marking a historic moment as the first woman and the first black woman to hold this position in the United Kingdom (UK). Asumu, currently a UK Labour Party Councillor, emerged as the top candidate in a rigorous selection process. This […]
By Joke Kujenya THE UNIVERSITY of Birmingham has made history by appointing British-Nigerian lawyer Sandie Okoro as its first female Chancellor. The institute, on Tuesday, described it as significant milestone which highlights Okoro’s esteemed career and her unwavering commitment to equality and diversity. Recognized as one of the UK’s f...
By Olaide Ajibola, JKNMedia Reporter MARKING A historic moment, Abigail Katung a Nigeria-born, has been named the 130th Lord Mayor of Leeds. She emerges as the first individual of African descent to hold the position. This revolutionary declaration was made following the Leeds City Council’s annual general meeting on Thursday night. The offici...
By Joke Kujenya NIGERIAN WOMEN have been called upon to unite in their quest for a female president. This call was made by former First Lady of Nigeria, Mrs. Victoria Gowon, emphasizing that such a goal is achievable through mentorship and solidarity. Her comments came during a significant event where current First Lady, Senator Remi […...
By Joke Kujenya ANINYEI is a forward-thinking leader with over two decades of expertise in optimizing organization strategies and operations across various sectors. From traditional banking to forefront of fintech, her career is marked by dedication, innovation and a pursuit of excellence. Navigating the Financial Landscape Ebere began her car...
