LADY ADA CHUKWUDOZIE OF KEYSTONE BANK SET TO HEADLINE THE 10TH INTERNATIONAL WOMEN POWER CONFERENCE IN THE GAMBIA

The prestigious 10th International Women Power Conference (IWPC) Africa, holding in Banjul, The Gambia, is set to welcome one of Nigeria’s most accomplished female corporate leaders, Lady Ada Chukwudozie, the distinguished Chairman, Board of Directors, Keystone Bank Limited, who will serve as Special Guest of Honour and Speaker at this year’s landmark edition.

The global leadership gathering, scheduled for 27th and 28th November 2025, will take place at the iconic Sir Dawda Kairaba Jawara International Conference Center, bringing together leading women in governance, business, entrepreneurship, development, media, and youth empowerment from across Africa and beyond.

Lady Ada Chukwudozie—an influential industrialist and boardroom strategist with over 29 years of experience—is widely celebrated for her excellence in corporate governance, business development, and inclusive financial leadership. In recognition of her exceptional achievements, she will be presented with two prestigious honours during the conference:

Global Leading Womanq Award – 27th November

Phenomenal 100 Women Recognition Award – 28th November

These awards highlight her contributions to financial inclusion, leadership excellence, national development, and the advancement of women in business across the continent.

A multi-credentialed professional, Lady Ada holds an HND in Chemical Engineering from IMT Enugu, a Post-Graduate Diploma in Business Administration from Nnamdi Azikiwe University, a Diploma in Law from Lagos State University, and a Diploma in Mandarin from the Chinese Cultural University, Taipei. Her career began in Taiwan before she returned to Nigeria, rising to senior executive leadership within the Dozzy Group of Companies.

In August 2024, she was appointed Chairman of Keystone Bank by the Central Bank of Nigeria, a role in which she continues to demonstrate exceptional leadership and reform-driven governance. Her influence and impact were further acknowledged with an Honorary Doctorate Degree (Honoris Causa) from Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University in 2025.

The Chief Host of IWPC 2025 is Her Excellency, the First Lady of the Republic of The Gambia, while the Keynote Address will be delivered by Her Regal Majesty, Olori Temitope Ogunwusi, wife of His Imperial Majesty, the Ooni of Ife, Ojaja II.

This landmark anniversary edition of the International Women Power Conference will feature keynote speeches, high-level panel discussions, cultural showcases, transformative leadership dialogues, youth engagement sessions, and the prestigious Phenomenal 100 Women Awards Gala.

Lady Ada Chukwudozie’s participation stands as one of the major highlights of the event, symbolizing the conference’s commitment to celebrating excellence, elevating African women’s leadership, and driving impactful conversations for global progress.

Nigeria Should Be Receiving Commendations, Not Threats – Lagos Lawmaker

With the level of growth Nigeria has experienced in recent times, the Bola Tinubu government deserves commendations, support and international collaboration, a Lagos lawmaker has said.

Hon. Adewale Temitope Adedeji, representative of Ifako-Ijaiye Constituency I at the Lagos State House of Assembly, said this in a statement on Friday urging President Donald Trump, the American President, to reconsider his stand on the happenings in Nigeria.

The lawmaker said President Tinubu understands the challenges and as a result, he has never stopped strengthening the nation’s security architecture as seen in the recent change of guard in the Nigerian Armed Forces.

“President Bola Tinubu, as a father, is not happy that bandits, terrorists or whatever name-tag they have got, have tried to downplay the gains of the administration just as they did with previous administrations.

“This is one reason the President ordered the recently appointed service chiefs in Nigeria to put a final end to insecurity in the country. The current administration will never pamper terrorists or their sponsors,” he said.

Adewale, a ranking lawmaker, said in the last two years, countries and various global organisations have acknowledged the growing economic successes recorded by the current administration.

“The Tinubu administration continues to open more economic pathways for progress. Different data have shown inflation dropping for the first time in years. More than before, the administration has attracted multi-billion dollar investments while working to reinvigorate moribund industries and maintain its place as the giant of Africa.

Economic indices continue to prove that the government is on the right track and this has reflected in the country’s currency continuously gaining weight.

“For the first time, the sub-national governments are comfortable because they now have a level of economic power.

“Thus, what Nigeria deserves at this time is global collaboration from the US and other nations in the interest of the citizens. Our youth and citizens must continue to be patient and trust in the ‘Renewed Hope Agenda’ of the government.

“We must encourage Nigeria’s new service chiefs to live up to expectations and do all that is necessary to ensure they put a final stop to insurgents in the country. Let’s continue to support the government’s giant strides knowing that the results would best fit our yearnings,” he said.

Sen.Adeola Yayi ‘s governorship bid sparks statewide town hall meetings – Ogun Visionaries

In a bid to further deepen the propagation of Sen. Solomon Olamilekan Adeola’s aspiration for the Ogun governorship seat in 2027, the leading socio‑political group Ogun Visionaries on Thursday organized a Town Hall Meeting for the people of Ogun West.

The Ogun West edition, with the theme Yayi 2027: Making a Case for Ogun State Unity and Prosperity,”was held at Sango‑Ota in Ado‑Odo Local Government Area of Ogun State.

Speaking at the well‑attended event, the chairman of the day, Dr. Isiaq Kunle Salako, described the gathering as not just another political event, but a statement of solidarity and a reaffirmation of the people’s collective resolve and demonstration of their commitment to the unity and progress of Ogun State.

The Minister of State for Health, represented by Hon. Sheriff Abiodun said “We have come together as one big political family from every local government and ward with the common goal of delivering our state into the hands of a visionary and tested leader, Sen. Solomon Adeola, fondly called Yayi.

“The journey to the 2027 governorship race begins now, and the foundation of this must be built on unity. No party, no vision, no movement can thrive in division. This meeting is crucial to strengthen the bond that holds us together, reconcile differences where they exist, and remind ourselves that our collective future is stronger than our personal ambition. Our candidate, Sen. Solomon Adeola Yayi, has proven capability, competence and compassion—qualities our state desperately needs to drive qualitative leadership, empowerment and inclusiveness. We are convinced that he represents the best future we all yearn for.”

Hon. Abiodun, Majority Leader in the Ogun House of Assembly, Ado‑Odo/Ota Constituency 1, noted that the best candidate cannot win without unity, but we should also know that the best and most committed candidate cannot win without the unity and commitment of his people. He charged the electorate of the senatorial district to work hard and intensify efforts to make the vision a reality.

“Victory in 2027 will not come by chance but by hard work, coordination, discipline and collective sacrifice. Therefore we must all work hand‑in‑hand across communities, wards and local governments to get this ambition realized. We must all stand firm against decisive crises and work together to secure an overwhelming victory for Sen. Adeola in 2027.”

In his address, the guest speaker Senator Lekan Mustapha, represented by Ajiroba Dayo Oke, described Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola Yayi as someone held in high esteem by many because of his outstanding performances as a distinguished law‑maker whose political legacy remains clearly indelible across all the legislative houses provided in our constitution. Not only that, his records of achievements in infrastructure development and human‑capital‑resource building are highly unprecedented throughout the nooks and crannies of our dear state, with immeasurable contributions to nation‑building.

Delving into the theme of the discussion, he emphasized the role of unity in strengthening community and nation‑building.

“As a democrat, I strongly believe that unity plays a powerful role in advancing shared goals, whether communities, states, nations, or global movements.

“Unity in political actions is one of the most powerful forces for change, especially in diverse societies like Ogun West, Ogun State, Nigeria and across Africa.”

He noted that though diversity is a great challenge to people from Ogun West, he implored them to turn it into their greatest asset, as they now have a vibrant, distinguished and eminent son who can break the jinx for the region in the next election. He urged the people of Ogun West to rise above tribal divisions and sentiments, speak with one voice, purpose and embrace collaboration, and support Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola so as to build a future where every child, in every corner of the state, has an opportunity to thrive. He also pointed out that Senator Solomon Olamilekan Yayi is not just a name on the political landscape of Ogun, but a symbol of what is possible when competence meets compassion and vision backed by verifiable results. He called on all and sundry to organize, mobilize, and come 2027 make history together, so that Ogun State can continue in the legacies of economic vibrancy and prosperity of the current administration under Gov. Dapo Abiodun.

Earlier, the Director‑General of Ogun Visionaries, Hon. Odunleye Odunjo, stated that the socio‑political group is set to hold interactive sessions with Ogun‑state indigenes via statewide town‑hall meetings.

“We will listen to people across the state—asking them what kind of government they would like to have in 2027 and how their next leader should govern their affairs. We will x‑ray individuals and support the best among us to emerge as our elected public servants. With the resources extractable from our state, we must be conscious of those aspiring to lead us.” He noted that town‑hall meetings are not new to the state’s political space, emphasizing that the meetings are to pinpoint and scrutinize the existing challenges, opportunities and ways to fix them all for the benefit of the people of Ogun State.

In their summations, discussants at the meeting—Barr Aina Akinpelu, Alhaja Fatimah Oluwakemi, Princess Florence Egbeyemi, Olootu Bolaji Adeniji, and Olori Olabisi Olaotan lauded the impactful, people‑oriented projects and empowerments being implemented by Senator Olamilekan Adeola Yayi, especially in Ogun West and the other two senatorial districts of Ogun State, adding that Ogun West has gotten a formidable aspirant in Yayi and must rally massive support for him to make the dream of Ogun West occupying the governorship seat of the state a reality since its creation 49 years ago, in the name of equity, justice, unity and prosperity of Ogun State.