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 »Funding of varsities: Olu Obafemi speaks in UNIJOS, as ASUU holds heroes’ day
Renowned poet, playwright, author and Professor of English and Dramatic Literature, Prof. Olu Obafemi, will be the guest speaker at the public lecture/heroes’ day of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) at the University of Jos (UNIJOS), Plateau State. At the event scheduled for 10am this Friday March 22, …
Read More »Afreximbank’s Kanayo Awani Receives African Diaspora Advisory Board Global Award
CAIRO, Egypt, March 14, 2024 The Global Woman Award celebrates exceptional women of African descent who have made significant contributions to global communities Kanayo Awani, Executive Vice President, Intra-African Trade Bank at the Africa Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) (www.Afreximbank.com), has received the African Diaspora Advisory Board (ADAB) Global Woman Award in …
Read More »My dream for Nigeria at 70 – Ezekwesili
By EricJames Ochigbo Abuja, March 15, 2024 Pastor Chinedu Ezekwesili of The Everlasting Arms Parish (TEAP), Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Garki, Abuja, has called for restructuring of the country, to ensure speedy development. The Pastor, husband of ex-Minister, Dr Oby Ezekwesili, made the call on Friday at the …
Read More »Sanwo-Olu elevates CPS, Akosile, to Special Adviser, Media and Publicity
The Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has elevated his Chief Press Secretary (CPS), Mr. Gboyega Akosile, to Special Adviser, Media and Publicity. The appointment, which took immediate effect, was announced on Wednesday in a letter dated March 13, 2024, and signed by the Head of Service, Mr. Bode Agoro. …
Read More »Easter: Mercy Chinwo holds first live concert in Lagos
Talented and dynamic international gospel singer, Mercy Chinwo, will hold her first live concert in Lagos State on March 29, 2024, which falls on Good Friday, just amid the Easter celebrations for the year. With the theme, ‘Overwhelming Victory’, the free concert which is open to the public will hold …
Read More »Heirs Technologies appoints Obong Idiong as Chief Executive Officer
•Heirs Technologies primed for delivery of leading Enterprise Solutions and IT Consulting services for businesses Lagos, Nigeria – 13/03/2024 Heirs Technologies, a leading digital transformation company, has announced the appointment of Obong Idiong as its Chief Executive Officer. Idiong brings considerable experience in the technology sector and a visionary approach …
Read More »Aig-Imoukhuede, pioneer Access Bank CEO, returns to Holdings as Chairman
By Rukayat Adeyemi Lagos, March 13, 2024 Access Holdings Plc has announced Mr. Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede, Access Bank’s pioneer Group Chief Executive Officer (Group CEO), as its Non-Executive Chairman. Mr. Sunday Ekwochi, Company Secretary, Access Holdings, said this in a disclosure sent to the Nigerian Exchange Ltd. (NGX) on Wednesday in …
Read More »Dakuku, Ashiru, others for Azuh Arinze’s book presentation
Former Director General of NIMASA, Dr. Dakuku Peterside and chairman of Odu’a Investment Company Nigeria Limited, Otunba Bimbo Ashiru are among the dignitaries being expected at the public presentation of Azuh Arinze’s two new books, Anything And Everything Journalism and My Story Of Many Colours. Equally being expected at the …
Read More »NIMASA Maritime Museum, first of its kind in Nigeria, debuts
All is set for the official opening of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA)’s Maritime Museum. The NIMASA Museum, according to the Agency, is the first Maritime Museum in Nigeria. While inspecting the Museum at the weekend, NIMASA Director General, Dr Bashir Jamoh noted that the first of …
Read More »Hillside, New Jersey, US’ Mayor Vertreese honors Nigerian-born Dr. Nelson Aluya
Mayor of Hillside Township, New Jersey, United States of America (USA), Mayor Dahlia Vertreese, as part of the Black History Month, celebrated every February, honored some deserving individuals. Among those who received the Black History Month awards at a ceremony held on February 25, 2024 are Nigerian-born Dr. Nelson Aluya, …
Read More »Ghana Independence: Diaspora Perspective By Jerry Kwabena Adinkra
As Ghana commemorates its 67th Independence, it is important to reflect on the significant contributions of Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, the “big six,” and the other unsung heroes who played pivotal roles in the country’s journey to freedom and independence. Alongside these iconic figures, there are also countless Ghanaians living abroad, …
Read More »Tinubu congratulates AfDB President, Adesina, on award of Obafemi Awolowo Prize for Leadership
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, President of the African Development Bank (AfDB), on the award of the prestigious Obafemi Awolowo Prize for Leadership. In a statement by Ajuri Ngelale, his Special Adviser (Media & Publicity), the President said “Dr. Adesina joins the pantheon of other previous winners …
Read More »Why Africa should groom selfless, transformational leaders – Obasanjo
By Abiodun Lawal Abeokuta, March 5, 2024 Former President Olusegun Obasanjo, on Tuesday, said Africa must begin to groom selfless and transformational leaders to move the continent forward. Obasanjo spoke in Abeokuta at an event organised to mark his 87th birthday. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the …
Read More »Apple fined €1.8bn in EU for unfair competition in music streaming
Brussels, March 4, 2024 The European Commission has fined Apple 1.8 billion euros (two billion U.S. dollars) for unfair competitive practices involving its music streaming service, Apple Music, following a complaint by Spotify. Apple device users in the European Union “were not able to make a free choice as to …
Read More »World Hearing Day: 2000 register for free hearing kits in Ogun
No fewer than 2000 persons have so far registered for the 2024 Free World Hearing Day exercise organised by the Olusegun Obasanjo Foundation in Abeokuta, Ogun State capital as at last weekend. The Special Assistant on Media to the former President, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo disclosed this in a statement on …
Read More »Don advocates shared responsibility, servant leadership as way out of Nigeria’s economic challenges
Vice-Chancellor of Ahman Pategi University, Patigi, Kwara State, Professor Mahfouz Adedimeji, has urged Nigerians and state governors to accept responsibility and stop the blame game regarding the high cost of living in the country. Adedimeji emphasized the need for governors and Nigerians to play their part in improving the economy …
Read More »Peter Obi, Nollywood veteran actor, Kenneth Okonkwo mourn Mr. Ibu
Late Mr. John Okafor popularly called Mr Ibu By Priscilla Osaje Abuja, March 3, 2024 Mr. Peter Obi, 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), has mourned the death of veteran Nollywood actor, Mr. John Okafor, popularly known as Mr. Ibu. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) recalls that …
Read More »Nollywood actor, Mr Ibu, dies at 62; It’s one death too many – Minister
Late Mr. Ibu By Taiye Olayemi Lagos, March 2, 2024 Nollywood actor, John Okafor, popularly known as “Mr. Ibu”, is dead, aged 62. Emeka Rollas, National President, Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN), disclosed this on his instagram page on Saturday. Rollas said: “Sad Day for Actors Guild of Nigeria. Kate …
Read More »Azuh Arinze out with journalism book, dedicates it to Dele Giwa, Dimgba Igwe
The publisher/editor-in-chief of YES INTERNATIONAL! Magazine, Azuh Arinze is out with a new book. Entitled Anything And Everything Journalism, the 448-page book is dedicated to two of Nigeria’s greatest journalists whose sudden deaths shook the nation, Dele Giwa and Dimgba Igwe. Giwa, one of Nigeria’s most colourful and charismatic journalists, …
Read More »UK agency hails NUC boss, Maiyaki, names him committee member, as FG approves two new private universities
In recognition of an outstanding contribution to the tertiary education sector at home and abroad, the Acting Executive Secretary of the National Universities Commission (NUC), Mr. Chris Maiyaki, has been appointed by the Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) of the United Kingdom (UK), to its International Advisory Committee (IAC), Empowered Newswire …
Read More »Techno Oil emerges winner of 2024 NIES Energy Downstream Recognition Award
Techno Oil Group has clinched the 2024 Energy Downstream Recognition Award at the Nigeria International Energy Summit (NIES), the latest honour for the company in its pioneering strides in Nigeria’s energy sector. The company has won a string of awards since 1998 when it opened shop in Nigeria’s crowded downstream …
Read More »Dangote Cement wins Environmental Sustainability Award
Dangote Cement Plc has emerged winner of the 2023 NatureNews Environmental Sustainability Award. The award was conferred on the company Tuesday at the 3rd Anniversary Lecture of NatureNews and Presentation of the Hero of Environmental Actions for Development (HEAD) award at the Shehu Musa Yar’Adua Centre, Abuja. The event had …
Read More »Tinubu condoles with Akeredolu’s family in Owo; Visits Olowo’s Palace
President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday in Owo, Ondo State, paid a condolence visit to the family of the late former Governor of the State, Rotimi Akeredolu, and also visited the palace of the Olowo of Owo Kingdom, Oba Ajibade Gbadegesin Ogunoye III. Speaking at the palace of the Olowo of …
Read More »Capacity Development: NIMASA delivers Institute of Marine and Transport Technology building to University of Port Harcourt.
The Management of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, NIMASA, today handed over the ultra-modern complex housing the Institute of Marine and Transport Technology to the Management of the University of Port Harcourt, Rivers State. According to the Director General of NIMASA, Dr. Bashir Jamoh, the building which is …
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