By Leonard Okachie Umuahia, March 18, 2024 Gov. Alex Otti of Abia says the Islamic Development Bank(IDB) has approved a loan of $125m, to finance some of the capital projects in the state. The governor made this known on Monday during the monthly media parley in Umuahia. He also disclosed …
Read More »Merenini harps on records By Emeka Obasi
When Enugu Rangers lifted the African Winners Cup in 1977, some of their stars were school boys recruited the previous year by Coach Dan Anyiam. One of them, Emma Merenini, left for the United States a year later. Unfortunately, many Nigerians may not know Merenini, an all rounder who also …
Read More »Kyari calls for differentiated energy transition for Africa
…Says FID on Nigeria Morocco Gas Pipeline to be taken in December As global calls for transition to cleaner energy fuels continue to grow, the Group Chief Executive Officer of Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) Ltd. Mr. Mele Kyari has advocated for a differentiated approach to attaining energy …
Read More »Nnamdi Kanu disassociates self from killings, violence in South East
By Taiye Agbaje From Left: Mr. Alloy Ejimakor, lead counsel to leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nmamdi Kanu, with Mr. Maxwell Opara, a lawyer, at the Federal High Court, Abuja on Tuesday Abuja, March 19, 2024 The detained leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra …
Read More »JX, Chevron agree on Asia-Pacific CO2 capture, storage projects
San Jose (California), March 19, 2024 JX Nippon Oil & Gas Exploration Corporation and Chevron New Energies, a division of U.S. oil and gas company Chevron, said that they have signed a memorandum of understanding. The memorandum provides a framework to evaluate the export of carbon dioxide (CO2) from Japan …
Read More »Zenith Bank appoints Dame (Dr.) Adaora Umeoji as GMD/CEO
Zenith Bank Plc has announced the appointment of Dame (Dr.) Adaora Umeoji, OON, as Group Managing Director/Chief Executive with effect from June 1, 2024, subject to approval by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). She takes over from Dr. Ebenezer Onyeagwu, whose five-year term expires on May 31, 2024, after …
Read More »Sanwo-Olu, Anyaoku, Adebanjo, others demand new Nigerian Constitution
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Monday joined former Secretary-General of the Commonwealth, Chief Emeka Anyaoku; Afenifere chieftain, Pa. Ayo Adebanjo, members of the National Assembly, former governors and eminent national leaders to demand a new Nigerian Constitution that would reflect true federalism and address the problems of the …
Read More »US Rep, Oye Owolewa, hosts seminar on where to find Grants; How to prepare for success, Wednesday
United States of America Representative for Washington D.C, Dr. Oye Owolewa, will host an important Seminar on Wednesday, March 20, 2024 from 6 pm to 8 pm at the R.I.S.E Demonstration Center, located at 2730 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE. The DC Capital Seminar, which will focus on Grants …
Read More »How Nigeria can reach its potential – Anyaoku
By Adeyemi Adeleye Lagos, March 18, 2024 A former Secretary-General of the Commonwealth, Chief Emeka Anyaoku, says Nigeria is still struggling to fulfil its potential as a nation owing to lack of true federalism. Anyaoku spoke at the “National Dialogue on the Constitutional Future of Nigeria” in honour of the …
Read More »Military releases pictures of killed personnel; Debunks claim of reprisal attacks on Okuama Community
By Sumaila Ogbaje Abuja, March 18, 2024 The Nigerian Military has debunked claims that it has embarked on reprisal attacks on Okuama Community in Delta. Some members of the community had on Thursday ambushed and murdered the Commanding Officer of 181 Army Amphibious Battalion, two Majors, one Captain and 12 …
Read More »Army accuses Okuama community of resorting to media propaganda; Assures, no reprisal
By Sumaila Ogbaje Abuja, March 18, 2024 The Nigerian Army has accused Okuama Community in Delta of “resorting to media propaganda and shenanigans to divert attention from the gruesome killing of 16 officers and soldiers”. This is contained in a statement by the Director, Army Public Relations, Maj.-Gen. Onyema Nwachukwu, …
Read More »Energy Transition: Kyari joins global energy leaders at CERAWeek 2024
The NNPC Ltd will be at the 2024 CERAWeek Conference scheduled to hold in Houston, United States from 18th to 22nd March 2024. GCEO, NNPC Ltd, Mr. Mele Kyari will headline the Plenary Session titled “Leadership Dialogue” on Tuesday, March 19th, 2024, at the annual strategic conference. Same day, NNPC …
Read More »Heirs Holdings tells bold story of transformational investment in Africa, launches maiden television commercial showcasing impact.
Heirs Holdings has launched its first-ever television commercial. The newly released television commercial (TVC) showcases the company’s diverse portfolio, spanning the power, energy, financial services, hospitality, real estate, healthcare and technology sectors while highlighting its commitment to driving positive change and sustainable development across Africa and beyond. With its compelling …
Read More »UNDP promises to strengthen Aba Shoe Industry
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has expressed its readiness to strengthen the Aba Shoe Industry through its strategic programme aimed at introducing the use of technological advancements in shoe manufacturing. Miss Ahunna Eziakonwa, the Assistant Administrator of UNDP made this known on Monday during a meeting with the …
Read More »Nigeria: A history of scandals By Lasisi Olagunju
Monday, 18 March, 2024 On October 29, 1974, the Nigerian Ministry of Defence, through the Ministry of External Affairs, wrote to Nigerian missions and embassies abroad that it wanted to buy tonnes of cement to build barracks for its post-civil war armed forces of 200,000 officers and men. The Nigerian …
Read More »St. Lucia receives $6 Million as Afreximbank makes historic first disbursement from Caribbean Office
The facility will help in the infrastructure rehabilitation of St. Lucia, including 25 schools damaged during tropical storm Bret which affected the country in June 2023 CAIRO, Egypt The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) (www.Afreximbank.com) has announced that it has successfully executed its first facility disbursement from its recently-established Caribbean Office …
Read More »Dangote lauds Lagos Govt. on consumer rights advocacy
…says, manufacturers must focus on consumers’ rights. The Group Executive Director, Commercial Operations of Dangote Industries Limited (DIL), Hajia Fatima Aliko Dangote, on Friday lauded and congratulated the Lagos State Consumer Protection Agency (LASCOPA) on the successful hosting of the 2024 World Consumer Rights Day, noting that consumers have the …
Read More »NIMC, NCC partner on NIN-SIM linkage processes
By Jessica Dogo Abuja, March 18, 2024 The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) and Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) have partnered to enhance processes related to the National Identification Number (NIN)-SIM linkage. This is contained in a statement jointly signed by Dr Reuben Muoka, NCC Director Public Affairs and Ayodele Babalola, …
Read More »At Polaris Bank IWD Webinar, Akinpelu, Nwakwesi, others advocate empowerment of women
…as CEO, Kayode Lawal highlights indispensable contributions of women to societal progress, economic development Lagos, Nigeria: March 15, 2024 Polaris Bank’s International Women’s Day (IWD) webinar themed: ‘Empowering Voices: Women Leading Change,’ offered a dynamic platform for insightful conversations. The 2024 International Women’s Day (IWD) theme “Inspire Inclusion,” recognizes that despite …
Read More »Tinubu, beware the gathering clouds (2), By Hassan Gimba
Last week, we read how the signs are not looking good for a nation like ours that wants to be reckoned with internationally. We concluded by asking the federal government to look at ways to reduce the cost of governance and the unimaginable take-home pay of political leaders and redirect …
Read More »The emptiness of material possessions By Fr. Peter Iwuala
The pursuit of material possessions can often lead to a sense of emptiness, as true fulfillment is rarely found in objects that lack intrinsic value or meaning. Although material possessions may offer momentary satisfaction, they frequently fall short of addressing deeper emotional or spiritual needs, leaving a void that is …
Read More »Undersea cable cut: MainOne restores service to some customers
By Stellamaris Ashinze Lagos, March 16, 2024 MainOne, a Digital Infrastructure Service Provider on Saturday said that it had restored service to some customers and was actively working on restoring all services through capacity acquired on available cable systems. The organisation made this known via a statement on its website …
Read More »Peter Obi condemns ‘in strongest terms’ killing of military personnel in Delta State
Mr. Peter Obi, the Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate in the 2023 general election has condemned “in the strongest terms, the mindless killing of security personnel who were on a peacekeeping mission in a community in Delta state.” The former Anambra State Governor, who sympathised with all the bereaved and …
Read More »Fish out killers of your officers and men in Delta, Tinubu orders Defence Hqtrs
By Ismail Abdulaziz Abuja, March 16, 2024 President Bola Tinubu has authorised the military high command to fish out those who killed military officers and men in Delta. The President in a statement, joined Nigerians and the armed forces to mourn the needless deaths of the gallant soldiers. “The Defence …
Read More »Manchester United defeat Liverpool 4-3 to keep trophy dreams alive
Manchester (UK), March 17, 2024 Manchester United’s stunning 4-3 comeback victory over Liverpool in extra time in the FA Cup quarter-finals on Sunday kept their trophy dreams alive. Manager Erik ten Hag hopes it will also be the catalyst to turn around their Premier League fortunes. Amad Diallo practically blew …
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