A coalition of 145 Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) has joined human rights lawyer Chief Femi Falana (SAN) in raising concerns over the $2.9 billion reportedly allocated for the rehabilitation of Nigeria’s three local refineries, Warri,…
In a strategic move to revive the economy of Plateau State, Governor Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang has reaffirmed his commitment to cultivating a business-friendly environment on the Plateau aimed at empowering the people and accelerating…
Torkwase Nyiekaa, Abuja The Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Public Accounts, Hon. Bamidele Salam, has extended his heartfelt congratulations to Comrade Grace Ike on her election as the first female Chairman of the…
…..as Agency launches document on Reviewed Minimum Standards for Dock Labour The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) today declared that the safety of dockworkers in their workplace is a right and not a privilege,…
US President-elect Donald Trump has reportedly invited his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping to participate in his presidential inauguration next month. Sources revealed that Trump extended the invitation to Xi in early November, shortly…
ABUJA – The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) has refuted claims that it directed a halt to gas supply for power generating companies (GENCOs). In a statement, the authority labeled the reports to…
Dr. ChiChi Aniagolu-Okoye, Regional Director of Ford Foundation West Africa, has emphasized the imperative of the rule of law in achieving good governance and socio-economic stability in Nigeria. Speaking at the 2024 Annual Law Week of the…
Justice Oyindamola Ogala of the Lagos State High Court in Ikeja, on Wednesday, struck out the alleged N4.8 billion fraud charge instituted against the embattled chairman of Ibeto Energy Development Company, Chief Cletus Ibeto, by the…
‘The record IDA replenishment demonstrates the global community’s unwavering dedication to addressing poverty and fostering resilience in low-income countries. It underscores the World Bank Group’s commitment to delivering solutions that…
LAGOS – Companies are planning to increase their investments in information security against the background of growing financial losses from cyber incidents. This trend was revealed in the recent Kaspersky’s IT Security Economics report.…
As insurance companies are beefing up efforts in repositioning their various brand towards the new face of the industry soon to be unveiled, the Capital Express Insurance Group has also taken a cue to launch its new brand identity to…
…National Grid Collapses 12th Time In 2024 ABUJA – Adebayo Adelabu, the Minister of Power, said on Wednesday that the country is on track to add additional 150 megawatts of electricity to its national grid before the end of the year. The…
ABUJA – The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development Mr. Festus Keyamo (SAN) on Wednesday commissioned the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority’s (NCAA) Flight Data Centre (FDC). The FDC is part of the NCAA’s concerted efforts to improve…
LAGOS – The Sahara Group Foundation, has commissioned a solar-powered borehole system in the Omagwa community of Rivers State. The borehole is equipped with a 1.5-horsepower DC water pump powered by 1,200 watts of solar panels, and…
Maison Valor has made a significant impact at the Ecobank Design and Build Expo in Lagos which was held from November 27th to December 1st, showcasing its premium home essentials to industry leaders and design enthusiasts. The event…
LAGOS – Google has unveiled the findings of its 2024 Year in Search for Nigeria, showcasing the most popular searches, notable individuals, actors, musicians, topics, questions, and other subjects that captured Nigerians’ attention during…
ABUJA – Comrade Aminu Galadanci, President, and Hajia Aishat Mohammed, Secretary General of the the North-West Progressives Ambassadors (NWPA), have appealed to President Bola Tinubu to reconsider his appointment of Mr Yazid Danfulani, as…
The Abuja division of the National Industrial Court, has summoned Dr. Shaibu Hussaini, the Executive Director of the Board (NFVCB), to appear before the court to show cause, why he will not be sent to prison, for not complying with the…
A recently published article discusses the implications of Nigeria’s cryptocurrency ban and explores potential solutions offered via the metaverse, specifically highlighting advancements related to Holiverse. This informative piece…
Urges INEC To Conduct Fresh Election In Edo Central ABUJA – The Senate has declared vacant, Senator Monday Okpebholo’s seat following his new role as Governor of Edo State. The action took place at Wednesday’s plenary during a valedictory…
PORT HARCOURT – Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has counselled members of the Ijaw Youth Council (IYC) to ensure they adopt violence-free approaches in their quest to achieve equity, justice, and fair share of the…
ABUJA – The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) has announced a landmark achievement, surpassing the presidential target for health insurance coverage in 2024 and unveiling plans for an additional 20% expansion in 2025. Speaking…
ABUJA – The Federal Government of Nigeria will benefit from $500million loan facility from the World Bank for the Human Capital Opportunities for Prosperity and Equity (HOPE) project in the country. Minister of Budget and Economic Planning…
LAGOS – The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) said that it has prioritised staff welfare and capacity development in line with the seven-point agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The agency also said that this is in line with the…
ABUJA – The House of Representatives at the plenary on Wednesday passed through second reading, a Bill seeking to amend the National Eye centre Act, 2004, to provide for the establishment of more specialist eye care centres. The bill,…
Exxon Mobil said on Wednesday that it was planning to lift spending on oil production as it outlined the key elements of its 2030 plan. The company expects to deliver incremental growth potential of $20bn in earnings and $30bn in cash flow…
The Dollar retreated from earlier highs after U.S. inflation met expectations. The Pound to Dollar (GBP/USD) rose exchange rate after U.S. CPI inflation rose to 2.7% in November, as expected, but this was up from 2.6% in October, making…
Mark Angel has responded to rumors about how he handled teen comedians Success and Emmanuella. The creator of the skit, who is also the head of Mark Angel Comedy, disclosed during a recent TikTok live session that he resigned from his…
Grammy-nominated musician Davido has stated that he has had an indisputable influence on Afrobeats and that discussing the genre would be lacking without bringing up his name. Davido made the statement as he prepares for the March 2025…
ABUJA: Adegboyega Oyetola, the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, on Wednesday vowed to present to the National Assembly the draft copy of the validated National Policy on Marine and Blue Economy by January 2025. The Minister, who gave…