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Weco Systems Takes ICT Development to the Grass Root

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(L-R) Mr. Ambrose Okougbo, Chief Sales Officer, Weco Systems Int'l Ltd; Chief Badejo, Odofin of Noforija Kingdom, HRM Oba Alihu Kolawole Ayodele Alade Uraka of Poka; HRM Oba Babatunde Ogunlaja(JP) Aladeshonyin of Noforija Kingdom; Mr. Nnamdi Onyebuchi, Chief Operating Officer, Weco Systems, Olori Ogunlaja of Noforija; Mrs. Silveria Finnih, Rep. Executive Secretary of Eredo LCDA; Mrs. Evelyn Chukwudubem, Human Resources Manager, Weco Systems and pupils of the recipient schools in Eredo LCDA during the comp
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Weco Systems International, the innovative and leading Systems Integration Company has made ICT equipment donation to selected schools in Lagos and Anambra States respectively.

These donations were made in memory of her late founding CEO Uchenna Obidike and also part of their commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives.

According to Obinna Ekwonwa, chief executive officer of Weco Systems International, “ Weco Systems International’s commitment towards capacity development and nation building is unwavering and this has made the donations to selected primary schools in remote areas of Lagos and Anambra state necessary, we have discovered that the pupils and students in remote areas seem to be left behind in the area of ICT development as they hardly have access to these ICT equipment, we therefore decided to consider the students at the grassroots in order give every child an opportunity to develop and globally compete with their counter parts in this digital age”.

He further reiterated that Mr. Uchenna Obidike loved to encourage and empower young people especially the less privileged by investing in their lives to make a difference in Nigeria.

While receiving the ICT equipment for the selected Primary schools in Eredo LCDA in Epe, Lagos State, The Aladeshonyin of Odo Noforija Kingdom, H.R.M Oba Babatunde Ogunlaja expressed immense gratitude towards Weco Systems, he has this say “The Aladeshonyin of Odo Noforija Kingdom, H.R.M Oba Babatunde Ogunlaja and the entire members of Oba in Council wishes to appreciate the humble gestures of your organization towards the educational development in Lagos State and my communities by deeming it fit to donate Computer systems and accessories to selected primary schools in which my domain happened to be one of the beneficiaries. I say more grease to your elbow”

In the same vein, while officially presenting the ICT equipment to the Commissioner for Education represented by Mrs. Adaobi Okonkwo, Chief Godwin Obidike, on behalf of board of Directors of Weco Systems said “This gesture is aimed at giving every student in Anambra the opportunity to be properly equipped digitally and compete with their global counterparts. We want to end the era of students just identifying computers only in pictures, we want them to see it, learn and develop through it. He concluded by intimating the gathering of Weco Systems readiness to partner with the state government to further train all the school principals in the state in the area of ICT development” Obidike concluded.

While receiving the ICT equipment, The Commissioner for Education Anambra state, Prof. Kate Azuka Omenugha represented by Mrs. Adaobi Okonkwo expressed immense gratitude on behalf of the commissioner and the entire state.

In her remark “This donation is timely as the present administration is more than ever passionate about ICT development of the state, especially the teachers who are saddled with the responsibility of transferring knowledge to their students. It’s quite encouraging and supportive to see that Weco Systems has aligned with this passion by donating the ICT equipment to selected schools in the state.

The following are the beneficiary schools in Eredo LCDA, Epe in Lagos State: Government Demonstration Primary School, U.P.E Primary School Imokun and RCM Primary School Noforija. While the list of beneficiary schools in Anambra state are as follows: Central Primary School Umueri Otuocha, Enu Obodo Central School Umueri, Patrick Okolo Memorial School Onitsha, Eri Primary School Aguleri, St. Augustine International Primary School Umuoba Anam, Oraike Primary School Ukwala Anambra West, St. Mary’s Primary School Nneobi, Ogidiga Primary School Ifite Ogwari, Bright Primary School Awkuzu and State Primary School Nteje.

Mr. Ekwonwa urged the teachers and management of these beneficiary schools to take time to put these children through all the necessary education in ICT that this infrastructure can offer. The systems are already preloaded and ready for use! Mr. Obinna Ekwonwa concluded.

Weco Systems International specializes in delighting its customers by solving their business challenges through seamless & timely delivery of innovative technology solutions cutting across ICT Infrastructure & Enterprise Software Applications that not only transform their operations in ways that boost their business performance but also increase their business agility and competitiveness. For Weco Systems, it’s about driving business outcomes using technology.


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EFCC Declares Tejuosho, City Boys Movement’s Women Leader Wanted over “419”

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Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC,) has declared Halimat Adenike Tejuosho, a women leader of the City Boys Movement, wanted.

EFCC Declares Tejuosho, City Boys Movement’s Women Leader Wanted over "419"

Halimat Adenike Tejuosho,

A notice issued by the EFCC on Monday via X said Tejuosho has been declared wanted over an alleged case of obtaining money by false pretence.

The notice was signed by Dele Oyewale, head of Media and Publicity for the EFCC.

The anti-graft agency called on members of the public with useful information about her whereabouts to contact any of its offices nationwide.

The Commission also urged the members of the public to reach out via its official phone lines or email, or report to the nearest police station or other security agencies.

Recall that the City Boy Movement recently appointed Tejuosho as the South-West Zonal Women Leader.

According to a statement signed by the Movement, Tejuosho is to provide strategic leadership and coordination for women-focused activities in the zone, driving political mobilization, civic engagement, and advocacy.

 


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Afreximbank to Fund 3 New Refineries in Nigeria

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African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has disclosed plans to finance three additional refineries in Nigeria as part of a broader push to reduce the country’s reliance on imported petroleum products and strengthen local refining capacity.

 Afreximbank to Fund 3 New Refineries in Nigeria

Denys Denya, senior executive vice president of the bank, made the disclosure on Monday during a virtual media briefing focused on the institution’s 2025 financial performance, crisis response initiatives, and long-term industrialisation strategy.

“We are also financing refining on the continent, which will alleviate the importation of refined products. We are not only supporting Dangote; we’re supporting three other refineries in Nigeria,” Denya said.

The briefing, which focused on the bank’s 2025 financial performance, crisis response initiatives, and industrialisation strategy, also featured a question-and-answer session with journalists across Africa.

Denya explained that the push into refining is driven by recent disruptions in global supply chains, particularly linked to tensions in the Middle East, which have raised the cost and complexity of fuel imports for African economies.

According to him, Afreximbank has adopted a dual approach of supporting immediate trade finance needs while investing in long-term productive capacity to reduce structural import dependence.

He said, “For import-dependent economies, the cost of import is very high… so we have taken a proactive approach of engaging with financial institutions on the continent to increase their facilities so they can issue high-value letters of credit.”

The bank’s intervention is backed by a $10bn Gulf Crisis Response Programme, designed to stabilise access to essential imports such as fuel, food, fertilisers, and pharmaceuticals, while also supporting sectors exposed to global shocks.

Denya noted that the facility is already seeing uptake from countries including Kenya, Ethiopia, and Tanzania, warning that demand could accelerate if geopolitical tensions persist.

Beyond short-term interventions, the Afreximbank executive stressed that financing refining projects across Nigeria and other African countries remains central to the bank’s long-term strategy of industrialisation and export development.

He said the bank’s support for large-scale industrial projects, including the Dangote Group refinery, reflects its commitment to reducing Africa’s reliance on imported refined products and strengthening regional value chains.

“Our support for industrialists who are making a difference on the continent is testimony to this approach. We will continue to champion projects that reduce Africa’s reliance on imported refined products,” he added.

Denya further disclosed that the bank is financing similar refining projects in Angola as part of a continent-wide push to achieve self-sufficiency in petroleum products.

The shift towards local refining, he explained, is also expected to improve macroeconomic stability by reducing foreign exchange pressures associated with fuel imports.

 


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MTN Powers the Ultimate Youth Link-Up with the Launch of Live It 100 Youth Campaign

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The Gathering on 100 has officially concluded its pilot edition, closing out 100 continuous hours of culture, creativity, and community engagement at the National Stadium, Surulere. At the climax of the five-day immersive youth experience, MTN Nigeria and the gatherers of the event unveiled the defining message of the movement: “Live It 100.”

MTN Powers the Ultimate Youth Link-Up with the Launch of Live It 100 Youth Campaign

The event brought together thousands of young Nigerians in a massive convergence of music, sports, gaming, and creative sessions. From watching the sunrise for four consecutive mornings to actively shaping culture in real-time, attendees experienced a shared journey rooted in endurance and expression.

Operating under a partnership model rather than a traditional corporate sponsorship, MTN stepped back to let the youth lead. The techo embraced the primary narrative that “The Gathering is the fire; MTN is the oxygen”.

Karl Toriola, Chief Executive Officer, MTN Nigeria, said: “The energy we have witnessed here in Surulere over the past 100 hours is proof of the unstoppable spirit of the Nigerian youth. Our strategic intent was to position MTN as the critical engine behind this vibrant youth movement, ensuring the brand is seen as an enabler, not an intruder. The Gathering is the fire; MTN is the oxygen. ‘Live It 100’ is our commitment to powering the platform where the conversation happens. We are giving them the autonomy to lead, while we listen.”

A focal point of the event was the high-stakes Pitchathon segment, which provided a structured arena for startups to showcase working products. Rather than a traditional, heavily branded corporate event, the space felt authentic, unscripted, and transparent, allowing founders to interact directly with expert judges, potential investors, and a live audience.

Onyinye Ikenna-Emeka, Chief Marketing Officer, MTN Nigeria, shared: “The ideas and partnerships formed over these 100 hours show exactly what happens when corporate Nigeria is finally listening to young Nigerians. We recognise that traditional business engagement doesn’t always work for this generation, which is why we empowered the youth to lead. By supporting The Gathering, we are not just celebrating culture; we are fueling the young Nigerian through youth-led innovation and actively investing in their economic potential.”

Beyond business activity, the event recorded consistent engagement across its programming, providing deep insight into the evolving role of youth within Nigeria’s economy. The sustained 100-hour activity highlighted a growing, resilient base of digitally engaged participants who own their lanes and actively create their own opportunities.

As the event closed, MTN reaffirmed their commitment to expanding the platform, ensuring that The Gathering on 100 will continue to evolve as a vital space for both cultural expression and youth-led economic opportunity.


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