Oil & gas workers laud PIB passage
Some workers in the oil and gas industry have lauded the National Assembly for passing the much-awaited Petroleum Industrial Bill (PIB). PENGASSAN’s President, Mr Festus […]
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Institute urges Ondo Govt. to domesticate urban, regional planning Law
The Nigerian Institute of Town Planners (NITP) has appealed to the Ondo State Government to domesticate the Urban and Regional Planning Act, 2004 for effective […]
PIB in current shape will create more problems – Onochie
A political activist, Dr Nnamdi Onochie, says the Petroleum Industry Bill (PIB) passed by the National Assembly (NASS) will bring more problems to Nigeria than […]
Poor knowledge of ICT affecting students’ performances in JAMB
Poor knowledge of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) is affecting the performances of Nigerian students in the annual Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) examination. […]
Presidency lauds security agencies for rearresting Nnamdi Kanu
The Presidency has commended security agencies for successfully apprehending those individuals who had inflicted pain and hardships on innocent citizens. Malam Garba Shehu, the Senior […]
Osinbajo applauds ex-minister’s humanitarian initiative for orphans, others
Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, has commended former Minister of Finance, Kemi Adeosun, over her efforts to reach out to orphans, vulnerable children and less privileged […]
Senate President visits wounded soldiers, donates N10m
The Senate President, Dr Ahmad Lawan on Saturday visited wounded soldiers receiving treatment at the 44 Army Reference Hospital Kaduna. The visit was part of […]
Nigeria rallies global community to combat corruption
Nigeria on Thursday in New York, called on the global community to take measures to prevent and combat corruption as well as strengthen international cooperation […]
FG seeks collaboration with 54 Africa countries on local content in oil sector
The Federal Government has called for collaboration with 54 African Countries and cross-country development with the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), to grow local […]
AfDB grants nearly US$1 million to strengthen regional financial market
The African Development Bank (AfDB) and the Bank of Central African States (BEAC) have signed a grant agreement to support the project to support the […]
FMDQ lists Fidson Healthcare maiden CP on its platform
FMDQ Securities Exchange Ltd., has approved the quotation of the Fidson Healthcare Plc N4.50 billion Series 1 Commercial Paper (CP) under its N10 billion CP […]
World Menstrual Hygiene Day: GAC-funded project sensitises students in Zamfara on menstrual hygiene
The Global Affairs Canada (GAC)-funded project, tagged, “Reaching and Empowering Adolescents to make informed Choices for their Health (REACH)”, is designed to sensitise students and […]
Children’s Day: Group tasks FG, donors on education
A child rights group, Save the Children, has urged Federal Government and donors toaddress the deepening education problems caused by COVID-19 pandemic. The group made […]
Irregular migration affects Nigeria’s development- Navy
The Commandant of Naval War College Nigeria, Rear Adm. Murtala Bashir, on Wednesday said that irregular migration was affecting the socio-economic development of Nigeria. Bashir […]
Cititrust to list N2bn shares on NGX
Cititrust Financial Services Plc has proposed an allotment of two billion naira shares to be listed on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) Ltd after meeting all […]
International Museum Day: Don urges rebranding of artifacts in Nigeria
Prof. Lameed Gbolagade, a professor in the Department of Wildlife and Ecotourism Management, University of Ibadan says there is urgent need for rebranding and face-lifting […]
Kaduna Govt. to revamp agric sector, unveils blueprint
Kaduna State Government has formulated policy documents to enhance unprecedented growth and development of agriculture, after nine months of research and extensive consultations.Speaking at a […]
Police, not Nigeria’s problem – Dickson
Sen. Seriake Dickson, representing Bayelsa West (PDP) in the National Assembly on Friday said police was not the problem of Nigeria and should not be seen […]
Refinery rehabilitation : NNPC tasks contractor on project completion
The Nigerian National Petroleum corporation (NNPC) has tasked the Contractor rehabilitating the Port Harcourt Refineries Companies (PHRC) to ensure completion of the project at the […]
NGO urges FG, States to ensure success of National Livestock Transformation Plan
A Non-governmental Organisation, International Crisis Group (ICG) has urged the Federal and State Governments to ensure the success of the National Livestock Transformation Plan (NLTP). […]
Startups ecosystem critical to Nigeria’s Future – Osinbajo
The Vice President of Nigeria, His Excellency Professor Yemi Osinbajo, said that startup ecosystem is one of the vital tools in finding solutions to Africa’s […]
SEPLAT Q1 2021 results show strong cash position of $236.3 million
Seplat Petroleum Development Company Plc, a leading Nigerian independent energy company listed on both the Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) and the London Stock Exchange (LSE), […]
Biden to propose huge social benefits deal in first Congress speech
The White House on Wednesday announced that the U.S. president is set to propose a massive social benefits package in his first address to a […]
Fidelity Bank profit before tax increases by 53.03% in Q1
Fidelity Bank Plc has announced a profit before tax of N10.1 billion for the first quarter (Q1) ended March 31, 2021. The bank’s Managing Direcror/Chief […]
FG needs N1.89trn to tackle malaria, says Health Minister
The Minister of Health, Dr Osagie Ehanire, says Nigeria needs over a trillion naira to effectively combat malaria in the country. Ehanire noted that the […]