Category: News

NDDC Boss Tasks Akwa Ibom Youths On Peace, Development
March 8, 2021 No Responses

NDDC Boss Tasks Akwa Ibom Youths On Peace, Development

The Interim Administrator of the Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, Mr. Efiong Akwa, has charged youth leaders and stakeholders in Mbo Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State to embrace peace to create the environment for development in the area.   Akwa’s call...
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Pope Francis Holds First Mass In Iraq
March 7, 2021 No Responses

Pope Francis Holds First Mass In Iraq

Pope Francis is visiting parts of northern Iraq that were held by Islamic State (IS) militants on the third day of his historic trip to the country. Militants overran the region in 2014, destroying historic churches and looting. Christians have...
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NPA Boosts Consolidated Revenue Account With N151b
March 7, 2021 No Responses

NPA Boosts Consolidated Revenue Account With N151b

Between 2017 and 2020, the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), contributed not less than N151billion to the Consolidated Revenue Account (CRA).  Speaking at an interactive session with Newspaper Editors, Managing Director of NPA, Hadiza Bala-Usman explained t...
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Pope Francis In Iraq, Seeks End To Violence
March 6, 2021 No Responses

Pope Francis In Iraq, Seeks End To Violence

Pope Francis has called for an end to violence and extremism, on the first ever papal visit to Iraq. The pontiff is making his first international trip since the start of the coronavirus pandemic.  Covid and security fears have made...
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SON, NEMSA Sign MoU On Enforcement Of Standards
March 6, 2021 No Responses

SON, NEMSA Sign MoU On Enforcement Of Standards

The Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Nigerian Electricity Management Services Agency (NEMSA). The MoU, which is for an enhanced enforcement of Standards and regulations of electrical materials and ...
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Transcorp Hotels Launches Aura, Online Marketplace For Accommodation
March 6, 2021 No Responses

Transcorp Hotels Launches Aura, Online Marketplace For Accommodation

Africa’s leading hospitality brand, Transcorp Hotels Plc. has announced the launch of Aura, a new digital platform through which people can book accommodation, restaurants, and experiences.   The new brand, Transcorp’s first in the alternativ...
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Court Reserves Judgment In Suit Against Airtel, Glo Over Caller Tunes
March 6, 2021 No Responses

Court Reserves Judgment In Suit Against Airtel, Glo Over Caller Tunes

A Federal High Court in Lagos on Friday reserved judgement until May 26, in a suit filed  by an artiste, Mr Bright Okiki, against some telecommunication companies over alleged copyright infringement. Justice Nicholas Oweibo reserved judgement in the suit ...
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IWD: MMS WoFHoF Initiative To Hold Discourse On Effect Of Insecurity On Women
March 6, 2021 No Responses

IWD: MMS WoFHoF Initiative To Hold Discourse On Effect Of Insecurity On Women

In line with its gender equity focus, MMS Woman of Fortune Hall of Fame(WoFHoF)Initiative, a non-profit organization, is organizing a Discourse on Women and a Road walk to mark the 2021 International Women’s Day(IWD). The one- day activity which will...
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NAN MD Tasks Online Publishers On Professionalism
March 5, 2021 No Responses

NAN MD Tasks Online Publishers On Professionalism

The Managing-Director, the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), Mr Buki Ponle, has urged the Guild of Corporate Online Publishers (GOCOP)to ensure professionalism while discharging its duties in the society.  Ponle made the call on Thursday in Abuja when a deleg...
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NAFDAC Destroys N613m Counterfeit Cosmetics, Food Products, Others
March 5, 2021 No Responses

NAFDAC Destroys N613m Counterfeit Cosmetics, Food Products, Others

The National Agency for Drug, Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has destroyed counterfeit drugs, cosmetics and food items worth over N613 million in Kano State.  The NAFDAC Director General, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, stated this at the North-West zonal de...
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Lagos Partners CIG Motors, Unveils 1,000 SUVs As Taxis
March 5, 2021 No Responses

Lagos Partners CIG Motors, Unveils 1,000 SUVs As Taxis

Lagos State Government in collaboration with Choice International Group (CIG) Motors Co. Ltd. on Thursday rolled out 1,000 Sport Utility Vehicles (SUVs) as taxis for Lagos residents.  The event which was held at the Lagos House, Marina also featured the.....
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Italy ‘blocks’ AstraZeneca Vaccine Shipment To Australia
March 5, 2021 No Responses

Italy ‘blocks’ AstraZeneca Vaccine Shipment To Australia

The Italian government has blocked the export of an Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine shipment to Australia.  The decision affects 250,000 doses of the vaccine produced at an AstraZeneca facility in Italy.  Italy is the first EU country to use the bloc&#821...
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Benin High Court Tasks Journalists, Lawyers On Professionalism
March 4, 2021 No Responses

Benin High Court Tasks Journalists, Lawyers On Professionalism

Justice Joe Acha of Benin High Court has admonished journalists and lawyers to be responsible and professional in the discharge of their duties.Acha spoke against the backdrop of media publications on his February 17 ruling on a divorce suit, involving...
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NPA Receives 18 Ships Laden With Petroleum Products, Expects 13 Others
March 4, 2021 No Responses

NPA Receives 18 Ships Laden With Petroleum Products, Expects 13 Others

The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) on Wednesday said 18 ships were discharging bulk wheat, fertiliser, bulk gypsum, general cargo, frozen fish, bulk clinker, container, petrol and automobile gasoline.  The NPA also said it was expecting 13 others laden wi...
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