The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has congratulated Nigerians on the occasion of the country’s 64th independence anniversary. In a message to Nigerians on Monday, the NLC President Joe Ajaero urged the downtrodden Nigerians who bear the marks or burden broken…
LASG IMPOUNDS 241 UNLICENSED VEHICLES
Citing Sections 15 and 16 of the Lagos State Transport Sector Reform Law (TSRL) 2018, the Lagos State Government has impounded 241 vehicles. According to the State Government, the vehicles were found to be unlicensed and in violation of the…
UBA Declares N2 Interim Dividend, N1.37tri Earnings In H1 ’24
For the half year ended June 30, 2024, United Bank for Africa (UBA) has grown its earnings by 40 per cent to N1.37 trillion and declared an interim dividend of N2.00 per share. The audited financials released to the Nigerian Exchange Limited…
EFCC Arraigns Ex-Governor, Perm Sec For Alleged N27b Fraud
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Monday, September 30, 2024, arraigned former governor of Taraba State, Darius Dickson Ishaku and former permanent secretary, Bureau for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs in the state, Bello Yero, before Justice S….
EFCC Arrests 24 Suspected Internet Fraudsters in Benin
Operatives of the Benin Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Monday, September 30, 2024 arrested 24 suspected internet fraudsters at different locations within Benin City.According to EFCC, the suspects were arrested following actionable intelligence of…
EFCC: Money Laundering Charges Against Bobrisky Were Dropped Lawfully
A Prosecutor with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) Bilikisu Bala on Monday, September 30, 2024, told a Joint Committee of the House of Representatives investigating allegations of corruption against some officers of the Commission, and the Nigeria Correctional…
Access Bank Strengthens Women Empowerment In Southern Africa
Access Bank Plc has reinforced its dedication to advancing women’s empowerment across Southern Africa with the relaunch of its ‘W’ Initiative in Zambia and Botswana.The ‘W’ Initiative, which provides a wide array of financial services and support programs specifically designed…
NDLEA Arrests Autoparts Dealer
National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested a Lagos-based auto parts dealer, Ejiofor Chiwuzie, for attempting to export consignments of heroin and cannabis hidden inside LED rechargeable lamps and the metal legs of sofas. According to the agency, Chiwuzie attempted…
FG Hands Over 64 CNG Buses To Labour, NANS
The Federal Government has handed over 64 100-capacity Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) buses to the Organised Labour and the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS). The Coordinating Minister of the Economy and Minister of Finance, Wale Edun, led the government…
SEC Nigeria Vows To Tackle Illegal Fund Managers
The Securities and Exchange Commission(SEC) has warned entities engaged in illegal fund management activities to desist forthwith or be ready to face the full wrath of the law.Director General of the Securities and Exchnage Commission, Dr. Emomotimi Agama stated this…
NIMASA DG Congratulates Oyetola At 70
The Director General, Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, (NIMASA), Dayo Mobereola Congratulates the Honorable Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, CON on his 70th birthday. Writing on his X handle @MobereolaD, the NIMASA DG said, “On this special day,…
LNG: TotalEnergies, Largest U.S. Exporter, Expand Production
With over 10 million tons (Mt) exported in 2023, TotalEnergies is the largest exporter of U.S. LNG, thanks to its 16.6% stake in the Cameron LNG plant in Louisiana and several long-term purchasing agreements. Meanwhile, TotalEnergies has signed an agreement…
At FICAN Conference, NDIC, Others Harp On Collaboration Towards Nigeria’s $1trn Economy
For Nigeria to achieve the $1trillion Gross Domestic Product (GDP) by 2026, the Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC), among other stakeholders, have emphasized on the need for banks and Fintech companies to collaborate and drive the real sector growth. Delivering…
EFCC Arrests Ishaku Over Alleged N27b Fraud
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested and detained a former Taraba State Governor, Darius Ishaku, for alleged involvement in a N27 billion fraud. The former governor will face trial on 15 counts, including criminal breach of trust,…