The Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing sustainable development in the Niger Delta region through strategic partnerships and collaborative initiatives to support vulnerable groups across the Niger Delta region.Speaking during a courtesy call by the…
NDSF 2026: Teniola, Ebeledike Inducted Into Hall Of Fame As NiRA, MTN, Digital Realty Sweep Top Honors
The 17th edition of the annual Nigeria DigitalSENSE Forum (NDSF) on Internet Governance for Development concluded on a high note Thursday, at the Welcome Centre Hotels, Lagos, culminating in the prestigious DigitalSENSE Africa Hall of Fame Awards.This landmark edition, themed…
Democracy Day: FRSC Boss Urges Nigerians To Prioritise Road Safety
As Nigerians celebrate the 2026 Democracy Day, the Corps Marshal of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Shehu Mohammed, has called on all road users to make safety a personal responsibility and ensure that the festivities are not overshadowed by…
Democracy Day: Doro Seeks Support, Reintegration Of 258 Returnees From South Africa
As Nigerians commemorate Democracy Day, the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Dr. Bernard M. Doro, has called on citizens, corporate organisations, state governments, faith-based institutions, community leaders and development partners to support the successful reintegration of 258 Nigerians…
NADDC Automotive Training Centre Graduates 100 Youths In Zamfara
The Federal Government on Thursday commissioned the National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC) Automotive Training Centre (ATC) in Gusau, Zamfara State, and graduated 100 youths on Specialized Mechatronics Training.Commissioning the facility, the Minister of State for Industry, Senator Senator…
Zenith Bank Takes Centre Stage At Toyota Awards Night
Zenith Bank Plc has emerged as one of the major winners at the 2026 Toyota Awards and Customers’ Night, clinching the prestigious Evergreen Customer of the Year Award in recognition of its position as Toyota (Nigeria) Limited’s most consistent customer…
Mexico Triumph 2-0 Over South Africa In Red-Card-Filled Opener
The FIFA World Cup 2026 kicked off with goals, drama, and controversy as host nation Mexico defeated South Africa 2-0 in a fiery opening match at the iconic Estadio Azteca.What was expected to be a night of football celebration quickly…
LCCI Signs Strategic Partnership With CWEIC
The Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council (CWEIC) on the sidelines of the Invest Lagos 3.0.According to LCCI, thestrategic partnership is designed to create new…
Customs Intensifies Crackdown On Vegetable Oil Smuggling
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has intensified efforts to combat the smuggling of vegetable oil into the country, with plans to launch intelligence-driven special operations aimed at protecting local investments, preserving jobs, and supporting the growth of the agricultural value…
Standard Bank Group Backs Dangote IPO listing, Expansion Drive
Standard Bank Group, has reaffirmed its commitment to support the growth of Dangote Industries Limited, pledging backing for the planned listing of the Dangote Petroleum Refinery while expressing readiness to finance future expansion projects across the continent.The commitment came during…
United Capital Secures Investment Banking Licences In Ethiopia, Rwanda
By ebosele@hotmail.com – Leading pan-African investment banking and financial services group, United Capital Plc, has recorded a major milestone in its continental expansion drive following the acquisition of investment banking licences in Ethiopia and Rwanda.City Business News reports that the…
FAAN Reaffirms Commitment To Green Airports
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has reaffirmed its commitment to environmental sustainability and climate action as it joined the global community to commemorate the 2026 World Environment Day. The event, themed “Global Call for Climate Action,” began with…
Shippers’ Council Harps On Green Ports For Sustainable Maritime Growth
The Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC), Dr. Pius Akutah, has stressed the need for Nigeria to prioritise green port initiatives and sustainable maritime practices to remain competitive in the evolving global shipping industry.Akutah made the assertion in…
LCCI Advocates Stronger Africa-Europe Trade Ties
By ebosele@hotmail.com – The President of the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI), Leye Kupoluyi, has highlighted the growing influence of emerging economies in shaping global trade and investment, calling for stronger international partnerships to drive sustainable economic growth…