Category: News

Obaseki in China, signs MoU with CHEC on Gelegele Seaport development
January 9, 2018 No Responses

Obaseki in China, signs MoU with CHEC on Gelegele Seaport development

The Governor of Edo State, Mr Godwin Obaseki, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with China Harbour Engineering Company Limited (CHEC), for the development of the Gelegele Seaport and other transport infrastructure in the state.   The ceremony held on...
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16,387 Nigerians deported from Libya, Saudi, others in 2017
January 9, 2018 No Responses

16,387 Nigerians deported from Libya, Saudi, others in 2017

The Comptroller-General of Nigeria Immigration Service, Mr Muhammad Babandede, on Monday said that 16,387 Nigerians  were deported from Libya, Saudi Arabia and other countries in 2017.  Babandede stated this while briefing newsmen on the outcome of the findi...
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Edo partners World Bank on expenditure framework, inclusive growth
January 8, 2018 No Responses

Edo partners World Bank on expenditure framework, inclusive growth

The Edo State Government has revealed that it is partnering with the World Bank on its Medium-Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) and Medium Term Sector Strategy (MTSS), for efficient allocation of resources and engender inclusive growth. Special Adviser to the ...
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Aare Ona Kakanfo: Final rites begin for Gani Adams’ installation
January 8, 2018 No Responses

Aare Ona Kakanfo: Final rites begin for Gani Adams’ installation

The final rites for the installation of Otunba Gani Adams as the 15th Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yorubaland will begin on Wednesday.  Since he was designated as the Aare Ona Kakanfo in 2017 by the Alaafin of Oyo, Iku Baba...
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BBC editor quits over equal pay row
January 8, 2018 No Responses

BBC editor quits over equal pay row

The BBC’s China editor Carrie Gracie has resigned from her post, citing pay inequality with male colleagues. In an open letter, Ms Gracie – who has been at the BBC for more than 30 years – accused the corporation of...
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NLC tasks Kano on irregularities in salaries
January 7, 2018 No Responses

NLC tasks Kano on irregularities in salaries

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has advised the state government to investigate the recent alleged irregularities in the payment of workers’ salaries in the state. The state NLC chairman, Comrade Kabiru Minjibir, gave the advice on Saturday at the inaugura...
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Edo, institute of welding to train youths, certify artisans
January 7, 2018 No Responses

Edo, institute of welding to train youths, certify artisans

Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki has said plans are underway for youths and local artisans to undergo proficiency training and re-training to be organised in partnership with the Nigeria Institute of Welding.  Obaseki, who said this in his New...
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Presco rewards excellence at end of year party
January 6, 2018 No Responses

Presco rewards excellence at end of year party

The management of Presco Plc has commended staff for contributing to the growth of the company over the years.   Speaking at a colourful party to end the year 2017, the Managing Director, Felix Nwabuko conveyed the company’s recognition of...
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Nigerians import 399,556 vehicles in 2017, generates N137b duty
January 5, 2018 No Responses

Nigerians import 399,556 vehicles in 2017, generates N137b duty

By Moses Ebosele, ebosele@hotmail.com  –      Between Janaury and December 2017, Nigerians paid N137billion duty on 399,556 imported used and news vehicles.     Speaking at an interactive session with print, television and online editors in Lagos ...
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Buhari inaugurates Kaduna Inland Dry Port, locomotives
January 5, 2018 No Responses

Buhari inaugurates Kaduna Inland Dry Port, locomotives

President Muhammadu Buhari says his administration is committed to strengthening the nation’s railway system in order to boost economic activities in the country. Buhari made the commitment while inaugurating two locomotives and 10 standard gauge coaches on ...
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Debut Sovereign Green Bond Oversubscribed
January 5, 2018 No Responses

Debut Sovereign Green Bond Oversubscribed

The Debt Management Office (DMO) has announced that the debut Sovereign Green Bond offered to the general public in December, 2017 was very well received by a wide range of investors.  In a statement, DMO explained that at the close...
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Obaseki orders arrest of two employees of BUA over stop-work notice
January 4, 2018 No Responses

Obaseki orders arrest of two employees of BUA over stop-work notice

Governor of Edo State, Godwin Obaseki has ordered the arrest of two employees of BUA International Limited over alleged violation of a Stop Work order issued by the Federal Ministry of Mines and Steel.  According to NAN, the order was...
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NPA reiterates commitment to safety, security standards
January 4, 2018 No Responses

NPA reiterates commitment to safety, security standards

The Management of   Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) has expressed concern while sympathizing with those affected in the unfortunate fire incident which occurred at locations in the Tin Can Island Port Complex (TCIPC), Apapa during which no lives were lost.  ...
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SEC extends forbearance window for multiple accounts consolidation to March 31
January 3, 2018 No Responses

SEC extends forbearance window for multiple accounts consolidation to March 31

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has extended the forbearance window for multiple accounts consolidation to March 31, 2018.   Speaking at a press briefing on Tuesday in Abuja, Acting Director General of SEC, Dr. Abdul Zubair said:“With a view...
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