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June 13, 2026 No Responses

NDDC Reiterates Support For Vulnerable Groups

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...

June 13, 2026 No Responses

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...

June 12, 2026 No Responses

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...

June 12, 2026 No Responses

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...

June 12, 2026 No Responses

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, t...

June 12, 2026 No Responses

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...

June 12, 2026 No Responses

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...

June 11, 2026 No Responses

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...

June 11, 2026 No Responses

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 o...

June 11, 2026 No Responses

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 contin...

June 11, 2026 No Responses

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 ...

June 11, 2026 No Responses

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 R...

June 10, 2026 No Responses

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 ...

June 10, 2026 No Responses

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 partnership...