All is set for the 2021 Annual Thanksgiving Harvest of St. Antoninus Catholic Church, 337 South Orange Avenue, Newark, New Jersey, 07103, which holds on Sunday, November 14, 2021. Tagged “Thanksgiving Harvest for Divine Restoration,” the program has as its main Bible text: Isaiah 60:1-2 which says: “Arise, shine; for …
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Elder Victoria Aromolaran turned 81 recently and offered quality thanks and praises to God Almighty for His faithfulness towards her and her household. She danced out, at the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Dominion Cathedral, Orange, New Jersey, United States of America (USA) on Sunday, November 7, 2021 for …
Read More »Ibom Air lifts one million passengers by Nov. 3 – Official
Isaiah Eka Uyo, Nov. 10, 2021 The Ibom Air, an Akwa Ibom owned airline, said the airline on Nov. 3, lifted its 1,000,000th passenger since commencement of operations on June 7, 2019. This is contained in a statement by the Group Manager Marketing and Communication, Ibom Airlines Limited, Mrs. Anniekan …
Read More »Anambra State In Nigerian Politics By Chuks Iloegbunam
Anambra is one of Nigeria’s 36 states. In size, it is the second smallest after Lagos, measuring only 4,844 km2. Lagos State is 3,577 km2. But Kaduna, Kano, Kogi States are 46,053 km2, 20,131 km2 and 29,833 km2 respectively. Despite its tininess, however, Anambra’s motto of Light Of The Nation is true …
Read More »Made-in-Aba trade fair, promoted by Senator Abaribe, triggers excitement among exhibitors
By Iwezua Goodness and Ikenna Uwadileke Abuja, Nov. 9, 2021 Exhibitors at the 8th edition of Made-in-Aba Trade Fair, on Tuesday in Abuja, expressed excitement over the commencement of the annual fair designed to promote locally made products and skills among artisans. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that …
Read More »Osinbajo to headline Wole Olanipekun justice summit
By Chinyere Omeire Lagos, Nov. 9 2021 The Vice President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, would lead a cast of renowned justice sector stakeholders at the second edition of the Wole Olanipekun & Co (WOC) Justice Summit slated for Nov. 19. The Managing Partner, Wole Olanipekun & Co, Mr. Bode Olanipekun (SAN), said …
Read More »UN system generates 25% fewer greenhouse emissions in 2020
By Cecilia Ologunagba New York, Nov. 8, 2021 The UN system generated approximately 25 per cent fewer greenhouse emissions than in 2020, with significant travel restrictions and large portions of personnel working from home in the year. That’s one of the key points to emerge from the Greening the Blue …
Read More »General Colin Powell’s last command OUTSIDE THE BOX BY ALEX OTTI
Email: alex.otti@thisdaylive.com “A dream doesn’t become reality through magic; it takes sweat, determination and hard work”- Gen. Colin Powell (1937-2021) “Death is something inevitable. When a man has done what he considers to be his duty to his people and his country, he can rest in peace” Nelson Mandela It …
Read More »Ikoyi building collapse: Archbishop Martins commiserates with Sanwo-Olu, affected families; Supports 3-day mourning, inquiry
The Catholic Archbishop of Lagos, Most Rev Dr. Alfred Adewale Martins has commiserated with the families of those who lost their lives and the Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu in the wake of the recent collapse of the 21-storey building on Gerrard Road, Ikoyi, Lagos. In a release …
Read More »Neglected Tropical Diseases: Prof. Nwoke shines light on Prof. Celestine Onwuliri’s pioneering efforts
Former Vice Chancellor of the Imo State University (IMSU), Professor Bertram. E. B. Nwoke, Thursday, November 4, 2021, gave a glowing account of the pioneering efforts of late Professor Celestine Onwuliri in the areas of research, control and elimination of Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs). The occasion was the 9th Edition …
Read More »Nigerians in U.S. appeal to FG to expedite re-opening of San Francisco Consulate; Ambassador Emenike confirms govt’s plan to do so
By Cecilia Ologunagba New York, Nov. 4, 2021 Nigerians in the West Coast of the U.S. have appealed to the Nigerian government to expedite action on its planned re-opening of the Consulate-General of Nigeria in San Francisco to alleviate their consular challenges. The nationals, who made the appeal at a …
Read More »Komolafe promotes 195 upstream regulatory staff
In a proactive move to stave off any industrial action and boost the dwindling revenue from crude oil production, the Chief Executive Officer Nigeria Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) Engr. Gbenga Komolafe, has approved the immediate promotion of 195 members of staff of the new Commission. Speaking on Tuesday, following …
Read More »Prof. B.E.B Nwoke delivers 9th Prof. Onwuliri Memorial Lecture, Thursday, Nov. 4, 2021
Professor Bertram E. B. Nwoke will, on Thursday, November 4, 2021, deliver the 9th Prof. C.O.E Onwuliri Memorial Lecture. The Lecture, which will be Virtual, will have as theme: “Prof. C. O. E. Onwuliri: Legacies in the Science, Control and Elimination of Neglected Tropical Diseases in Nigeria.” Prof. B. E. …
Read More »Dangote’s 650,000bpd, modular refineries to drive Nigeria’s huge demand for petroleum products – NNPC GMD, Kyari
The 650,000bpd Dangote Petroleum Refinery, Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) as well as other modular refineries are expected to be the major drivers of Nigeria’s demand for petroleum products, which is projected to grow massively in the nearest future. Speaking at the 15th Oil Trading and Logistics (OTL) Africa Downstream …
Read More »Prosecute invaders of Odili’s residence, Gov. Wike, Rivers leaders urge FG; Issue 48 hour ultimatum
Governor Nyesom Ezenwo Wike and leaders of Rivers State have issued a 48 hour ultimatum to the Federal Government to bring to book the masterminds of the invasion of the residence of Justice Mary Odili of the Supreme Court of Nigeria in Abuja last Friday. The Rivers leaders, warned that …
Read More »You have great future ahead of you, Obi tells nursing students
. . . Donates N2 million to Hospital, Nursing College Mr. Peter Obi, the Vice Presidential Candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) during the 2019 elections, has urged nursing students to continue to pursue their education with more seriousness and devotion, stating that their profession remains a very noble …
Read More »SaMBA warns security agencies against harassing Judges from Southern Nigeria
The Southern and Middle Belt Alliance (SaMBA) has warned security agencies to desist from harassing Judges from the Southern region of the Country. The global group advised the security agencies to follow due process and route whatever complaint they may have to Nigeria’s National Judicial Council (NJC). SaMBA noted in …
Read More »Nigeria’s new Ambassador to USA, Dr. (Mrs.) Emenike, meets nationals in New York Jurisdiction Friday, October 29
Nigeria’s new Ambassador to the United States of America (USA), Ambassador (Dr.) Uzoma Emenike, will be meeting with Nigerians in the New York jurisdiction on Friday, October 29, 2021. The New York Jurisdiction includes 20 states in the U.S – New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts, Maine, Vermont, Ohio, Indiana, Connecticut, …
Read More »St. Antoninus Catholic Church, South Orange Avenue, Newark, New Jersey holds Thanksgiving Harvest for Divine Restoration, Sunday, November 14, 2021
St. Antoninus Catholic Church, 337 South Orange Avenue, Newark, New Jersey, 07103 will, on Sunday November 14, 2021, hold its Thanksgiving Harvest for Divine Restoration. The main Bible text for the program of the iconic 147 year-old Church, which has Rev. Father Joseph A. Meager as Parish Priest, is Isaiah …
Read More »Citigroup recognizes Fidelity Bank for superiority in payments efficiency
In recognition of its excellent operational efficiency in foreign currency payments, leading financial institution – Fidelity Bank Plc – has been presented the Straight-Through Processing (STP) Excellence Award by Citigroup. Every year, Citigroup, a leading global bank headquartered in New York and present in more than 160 countries, rewards a …
Read More »Access Bank gets encomiums for support to health sector
By Augusta Uchediunor Lagos, Oct. 23, 2021 Dr. Adeyemi Onabowale, Chairman, Reddington Hospital Group, has commended Access Bank Plc for its diverse support aimed at improving access to and service delivery in the healthcare sector. Onabowale gave the commendation at the official inauguration of Duchess International Hospital, a newly 100-suits …
Read More »FBN Holdings denies Otedola’s acquisition
By Chinyere Joel-Nwokeoma Lagos, Oct. 22, 2021 FBN Holdings (FBNH) Plc has denied the purported acquisition of a majority stake in the company by Mr. Femi Otedola. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the company in a statement pasted on the website of the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) Ltd. …
Read More »Withdraw travel advisory against Rivers State, Okah urges UK
Former Rivers State Commissioner for Information, Barrister Emma Okah has called on the United Kingdom (UK) to withdraw the travel advisory warning her citizens not to travel to Rivers State. The UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office flagged Rivers and eleven other states in Nigeria as unsafe for travels. The …
Read More »Colin Powell was a great inspiration says Laolu Akande in Tribute to late American icon
Laolu Akande, spokesman for Nigerian Vice-President Yemi Osinbajo (SAN), has penned an emotional tribute in honour of the late former US Secretary of State and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Colin Powell. Powell died on Monday of complications from COVID-19 at age 84. In a tribute via his …
Read More »The rare Admiral: A tribute to Godwin Ndubuisi Kanu (1943-2021)
Godwin Ndubuisi Kanu By Tatalo Alamu on October 17, 2021 To the iconic Lagos Airport Hotel’s Banquet Hall this past Tuesday to bear historic witness as a gale of tributes showered on a great naval hero and a worthy associate of almost fifty years: Godwin Ndubuisi Kanu, former military governor of Imo …
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