Nigeria’s Ambassador in Cuba, Mr. Benaoyagha Okoyen, has championed and coordinated the African Diplomatic Group in Cuba to present a cheque to the Cuban Government through the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Havana. The cheque, which was presented on Thursday, November 18, 2021 is a donation by the Group …
Read More »Super Eagles: Coach, Gernot Rohr, to know fate next week – Minister
By Ismaila Chafe Abuja, Nov. 18, 2021 The Minister of Youth and Sports, Sunday Dare, says the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) will decide the fate of Super Eagles Head Coach, Gernot Rohr, next week. Dare stated this on Thursday at the weekly ministerial briefing organized by the Presidential Communications team …
Read More »Osinbajo, Blinken, discuss climate change, security, pandemic response, others
By Chijioke Okoronkwo Abuja, Nov. 18, 2021 Vice President Yemi Osinbajo and US Secretary of State, Antony Blinken, on Thursday met at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. Blinken, who is on three-nation tour of Africa, and Osinbajo deliberated on a wide range of areas of bilateral cooperation, including climate change, security, …
Read More »EndSARS probe panel report: We wait for the states, President Buhari tell US Secretary of State, Blinken
Federal Government will allow the system to exhaust itself, and will, therefore, wait for pronouncements from state governments which set up panels to probe police brutality in the country, President Muhammadu Buhari has said. The President spoke Thursday at State House, Abuja, while receiving in audience Mr. Antony Blinken, United …
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Discountenance malicious report on NIDCOM and Itunu’s father – Spokesman
Nov. 17, 2021: Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has cried out over a “malicious ” report concerning the death of a Cote d’Ivoire-based Nigerian, Itunu Babalola (aka Miss Becky Paul). While reassuring that “the Nigerian Mission in Cote d’Ivoire is working on procedure and protocols to ensure autopsy is conducted on …
Read More »When late Elder (Mrs.) Dora Osarenkhoe was celebrated in USA
The Celebration of Life Service for Elder (Mrs.) Dora Osarenkhoe was held on Friday, November 12, 2021 at the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Dominion Cathedral, Orange, New Jersey, United States of America (USA). Elder (Mrs.) Osarenkhoe passed on to glory on October 1, 2021 at the age of …
Read More »Maggi launches ‘You Have The Recipe’ campaign
Maggi, Nigeria’s biggest seasoning brand, has launched a campaign tagged, ‘You have the recipe,’ a refreshing take on the exciting theme of achievement and self-realization. Synonymous with creative exploration and nourishment over the years, ‘You have the recipe’ marks the latest evolution of MAGGI’s partnership with Nigerian consumers. Speaking on …
Read More »U.S. removes Nigeria from religious freedom list ahead of Blinken’s visit
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken speaks as he attends a civil society roundtable at the Sankara Hotel in Nairobi, Kenya, Nov. 17, 2021. Andrew Harnik/Pool via REUTERS. Washington, Nov. 18, 2021 Washington on Wednesday removed Nigeria from its list of countries with religious freedom concerns, just a day before …
Read More »2021 Diaspora summit showcased business, sponsorship opportunities in all 36 states – NiDCOM chair
Mrs Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO of Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Mr Boss Mustapha, Secretary to the Government of the Federation (middle), and Gov. Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa State (l) at the 2021 Diaspora Investment Summit (NDIS21) which ended on Wednesday, Nov. 17, 2021 in Abuja. By Maureen Okon Abuja, Nov. …
Read More »Zenith Bank’s GMD, Onyeagwu, advocates paradigm shift to Diaspora Direct Investment for sustainable economic growth and development
The Group Managing Director/Chief Executive of Zenith Bank, Ebenezer Onyeagwu, has called for increased collaboration of Nigerians in the diaspora for the nation to achieve its economic growth targets. He made the call during the 4th Edition of the Nigeria Diaspora Investment Summit (NDIS) 2021 organised by the Nigerians in …
Read More »NDIS, sure platform for attracting Diaspora investment — Osinbajo
By Maureen Okon Abuja, Nov. 17, 2021 The Vice President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, says Nigerian Diaspora Investment Summit (NDIS) is one of the surest platforms for attracting direct investment to Nigeria. The vice president made the observation at the 4th edition of the Nigeria Diaspora Investment Summit 2021 organised by …
Read More »Buhari returns to Abuja
By Ismaila Chafe Abuja, Nov. 16, 2021 President Muhammadu Buhari has returned to Abuja after official visits to Glasgow, Scotland, France and Durban in South Africa where he attended the second Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF) 2021. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the president’s Chief of Staff, Prof. …
Read More »If Zik were alive By Chiedozie Alex Ogbonnia
Being a Speech delivered at the Shehu Musa Yar’Adua Centre, Abuja under the auspices of Igbo Nsukka United Front in honour of The Rt. Hon. Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe, GCFR, PC. on Wednesday, November 16, 2021 PROTOCOL Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide commends the Igbo Nsukka United Front for organizing the 2nd Igbo Nsukka Zik Annual Merit …
Read More »US oil firm Heritage Energy appoints Ex-Chevron Executive, Adebawo, GM
Heritage Energy Operational Services Limited (HEOSL) a United States (US) firm on Monday announced the appointment of Mr. Adesola Adebawo as General Manager, Government, Joint Venture and External Relations. According to a statement by Chief Executive Officer of HEOSL, Mr. Naeem-Atiq Sadiq, HEOSL, a subsidiary of US based Heritage Oil …
Read More »President Buhari hails Dr. Goodluck Jonathan at 64
President Muhammadu Buhari has sent birthday greetings to former President Goodluck Jonathan on his 64th birthday anniversary. A statement by Femi Adesina, Special Adviser to the President (Media & Publicity), said: “On behalf of the government and Nigerians, President Muhammadu Buhari greets former President, Dr Goodluck Ebele Jonathan, on his …
Read More »Nigeria announces possible resumption of flights with UAE
By Abujah Racheal Abuja, Nov. 16, 2021 Nigeria may resume flights to the United Arab Emirates soon after succumbing to the COVID-19 conditions of the UAE. The National Incident Manager of the Presidential Steering Committee on COVID-19, Dr Mukhtar Muhammad , said this on Monday, in Abuja at the …
Read More »Turkey arrests man for alleged involvement in Haiti president’s death
Istanbul, Nov. 16, 2021 Turkish authorities on Tuesday arrested a man considered a suspect in the assassination of Haitian President Jovenel Moise. State news agency Anadolu reported that Samir Handal, one of the suspects wanted in connection with the murder of Moise in July was detained on arrival at Istanbul …
Read More »Fulbright Program marks 75th year of existence; Organises Facebook Live event
In celebration of the 75th Anniversary of the Fulbright Program (1946-2021), there will, today, November 16, 2021, be a Facebook Live session with three Distinguished scholars. The Fulbright Program is the U.S. government’s flagship international exchange program aimed at building mutual understanding in a complex and changing world for 75 years …
Read More »KongaYakata attracts HP, Unilever, Coca-Cola, Lenovo, P&G, Samsung, other heavyweight brands
Shoppers are in for a deluge of mouth-watering deals and special offers on KongaYakata as a host of globally renowned brands unfold special packages for the sale extravaganza. KongaYakata, widely regarded as the biggest sale event in the annual shopping calendar in Nigeria, kicked off on Thursday, November 11 and …
Read More »Vice President Osinbajo leads top speakers at 4th Nigeria Diaspora Investment Summit holding Nov. 16-17, 2021
Vice President of Nigeria, Professor Yemi Osinbajo (SAN) will lead other keynote speakers, including top industry chiefs, Ministers and other government officials to address over 2000 participants at the 4th Nigeria Diaspora Investment Summit, a Private-Sector driven initiative. The HYBRID Summit, which holds on Tuesday, November 16 and Wednesday, November …
Read More »SERAP petitions UN over ‘vicious assault on Justice Mary Odili’
Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has urged Mr. Diego García-Sayán, UN Special Rapporteur on the independence of judges and lawyers, to “put pressure on the government of President Muhammadu Buhari to conduct a credible, thorough, impartial, independent, transparent, and effective investigation into the vicious assault on Supreme Court Justice …
Read More »Nigerian Guild of Editors gets US grant for capacity building
By Bolaji Buhari Lagos, Nov 14, 2021 The Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) has received a grant from the U.S. to facilitate capacity building of its members and other senior journalists. The grant of $226 .889 (about N93.3million) is to facilitate activities aimed at strengthening the capacity of the media …
Read More »Russian tourist blames Hope Uzodinma govt for near-death condition of lion in Imo zoo; Says international laws being violated
By Ikechukwu Iweajunwa Owerri, Nov. 14, 2021 A Russian tourist Mr. Michael Benbruce has blamed what he described as the near death condition of the Lion in the Imo state zoological gardens and wildlife parks on the state government’s negligence and poor feeding of the lion. He said going by …
Read More »Buhari in Durban, S/Africa, to seek $40bn investments
By Ismaila Chafe Abuja, Nov. 14, 2021 President Muhammadu Buhari on Saturday arrived Durban, South Africa, from Paris as part of his ongoing socio-economic diplomatic missions aimed at enhancing security and economic transformation of the country. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the Nigerian leader is in Durban …
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