UGO AMADI Petroleum Technology Association of Nigeria (PETAN) has reaffirmed its commitment to Support the federal government’’s effort to weed out ‘Middlemen Businesses’ ,as it advocates for local content in the nation’s oil production…
UGO AMADI In a bid to ensure a robust local content for the nation, Nestoil Limited Chairman , Dr Ernest Azudialu-Obiejesi has called for the enactment of Local Content Laws that are enforceable to build and protect local capacity.…
President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Hajiya Salamatu Ahmed as the new Executive Secretary of the Federal Government Staff Housing Loans Board (FGSHLB). Dr Folasade Yemi-Esan, Head of the Civil Service of the Federation …
The Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) has condemned the slow pace by government in concluding negotiation process on new national minimum wage for workers in the country. Mr Mohammed Ibrahim, National President of…
An Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) witness told an Abujja High Court that former aviation minister, Hadi Sirika’s company was not among five companies listed as bidders for the contract for the Apron Extension at Katsina…
Owing to the rising prices of foodstuff, a food vendor, Mrs Grace Iorshe, says she is looking for another lucrative trade to replace her food business. Iorshe told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), on Tuesday in Makurdi, that she had been…
The European Union (EU), says it remains Nigeria’s largest trading partner, with a total trade of almost €35 billion in 2023, accounting for about one-third of Nigeria’s foreign investment. Ms Samuela Isopi, the European Union Ambassador…
COMFORT EKELEME, Business Editor PwC Nigeria has announced the admission of three new partners effective, 1 July 2024. They include Marilyn Obaisa-Osula (Consulting & Risk Services), Taiwo Oyaniran (Assurance), and Tim Siloma (Tax &…
Vice-President Kashim Shettima on Tuesday called for the prioritisation of local content and promotion of Made-in-Nigeria products. Shettima made the call while declaring open a three-day National Manufacturing Policy Summit at the Banquet…
The House of Representatives, said it introduced 1,351 bills in the first session of its sittings, which it claimed is the highest number in any first session since 1999, out of which 89 were passed. The Deputy Speaker, Rep. Benjamin Kalu,…
.As AGF takes over alleged N6.6bn fraud case against Polaris Bank staff The House of Representatives has ordered probes into the N1.12 trillion anchor borrowers scheme, an initiative of the Federal Government’s interventions and…
UGO AMADI The Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) says energy demand will rise by an estimated 23 per cent by 2025. OPEC says the rise will be fueled by a world economy that is expected to double in size, growing from …
The Chief Executive Officer of Kenyon International, Dr Victor Ekpenyong, will speak at the Generation Ready Mozambique Conference 2024, advocating for investment in local talent and workforce development as a sustainable strategy for the…
The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), has urged Non-Bank Financial Institutions (NBFI) in the West African Monetary Zone (WAMZ) to strengthen anti-money laundering practices. Cardoso said this on Monday in Abuja, in his…
Aiteo Eastern Exploration and Production Company (AEEPCO), operator of the NNPCL joint venture on OML 29, has terminated its contracts with Amotoi Global Services and other surveillance security providers. Mr Victor Okoronkwo, Group…
The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) has reaffirmed its commitment to achieve 70 per cent local content by the year 2027. As part of efforts in keeping with the agency’s 10 year road map. Mr Felix Ogbe, Executive…
In a move that underscores its commitment to advancing education, Egbin Power, Nigeria’s leading power generation company, has commissioned an innovation centre designed to equip students with entrepreneurial, practical, and creative…
IBRAHIM QUADRI Lagos State government says it has disbursed N10 billion to 500,000 businesses since inception in the State as a form of empowerment, hereby creating jobs for Lagosians. This was done through the Lagos State Employment Trust…
The President of the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE), Mrs. Margaret Aina Oguntala, has recommended the empowerment of young engineers through quality teaching techniques, leveraging technology and promoting interdisciplinary learning.…
Jonas Ezieke, Abuja The House of Representatives Committee on Public Assets has directed the Management of Kaduna Polytechnic, the Ministry of Education and the Presidential Implementation Committee on government property to put a stop to…
The Vice Chancellor of the University of Benin, Professor Lilian Salami, has lamented the heavy toll the recent over 300 per cent electricity tariff hike has taken on Nigerian universities with most of the public institutions on the verge…
Odunayo Sanya, Executive Director of MTN Foundation, has urged stakeholders in the healthcare industry to come together to address the skills gap and improve healthcare outcomes in Nigeria. Speaking at the CLI College graduation ceremony…
Blessing Taiwo A telecommunications company, 9mobile harped on building a respectful and responsible online community as it staged a virtual programme to commemorate the 2024 Stop Cyberbullying Day. The online session which took place on X…
Salpha Energy has won the Ashden Award for Energy Innovation (Global South), supported by the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero. The annual Ashden Awards revealed their 2024 winners at London Climate Action Week, the largest city…
UGO AMADI The Ag. Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, MD/CEO of the Rural Electrification Agency, REA, Abba Abubakar Aliyu, will be addressing key energy professionals and other government officials on the Agency’s current drive…
Kenechukwu Aguolu According to the National Bureau of Statistics, Nigeria’s headline inflation rate stood at 33.95% in May 2024, the highest level recorded in 28 years. However, there is a glimmer of hope as the month-on-month inflation…
Kenechukwu Aguolu The recent recommendation by the House of Representatives Committee on National Security and Intelligence for the Federal Government to purchase two new presidential aircrafts for the President and Vice President of…
PHIL OKOSE, Onitsha Traders at Haruna street market, Onitsha, Anambra State, have lauded the market chairman, Chief Emmanuel Idoko and the Onitsha Main market Divisional Police Officer, DPO, Mrs. Joy Ikpeama, for their prompt action in…