Tag: News

NPA to introduce tenancy for agencies at Seaports
October 11, 2016 No Responses

NPA to introduce tenancy for agencies at Seaports

As part of measures to generate additional revenue, the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) is considering renting out all spaces hitherto occupied by Government and Private agencies at the nation’s seaports.   NPA’s Executive Director incharge of  Marine and Operations, Dr....
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Stallion Nissan Donates car to Lagos State Security Trust Fund
October 11, 2016 No Responses

Stallion Nissan Donates car to Lagos State Security Trust Fund

Nissan in collaboration with Stallion Group has donated a brand new Nissan Almera car to the Lagos State Security Trust Fund.   According to the company, the donation is in praise of the organisation’s efforts in mitigating violent crimes in...
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FG hands over 2 presidential helicopters to Air Force
October 11, 2016 No Responses

FG hands over 2 presidential helicopters to Air Force

(NAN) President Muhammadu Buhari on Monday ordered the release of two Augusta AW 101, VVIP helicopters from the Presidential Air Fleet (PAF) to the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) The National Security Adviser, Babagana Monguno, who presented the helicopters to the.....
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NSE Organises First Market Data Workshop
October 11, 2016 No Responses

NSE Organises First Market Data Workshop

The Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) in collaboration with Independent Software Vendors (ISVs) and Market Data Vendors (MDVs) is set to host its inaugural Market Data Workshop, onTuesday, October 18, 2016 at The Civic Center, Victoria Island, Lagos.     The wo...
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LCCI Photo News
October 11, 2016 No Responses

LCCI Photo News

From left – Deputy President, Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI), Chief Babatunde Paul Ruwase, FCA; Mrs Omowunmi Gbadamosi, Country Director in Nigeria, Center for International Private Enterprise  (CIPE); Managing Director, CIPE, Mr Andrew...
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NCC records 94m internet users in August
October 10, 2016 No Responses

NCC records 94m internet users in August

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) as at August 2016 has in its networks 93,591,174 internet users.   According to NCC, the data revealed that internet usage on the Global System for Mobile communications (GSM) and the Code Division Multiple Access....
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‘Arrest of Judges was attack on corruption, not Judiciary’
October 10, 2016 No Responses

‘Arrest of Judges was attack on corruption, not Judiciary’

The Federal Government has described the arrest of some Judges by the Department of State Securities (DSS) as an attack on corruption not Judiciary.  In a statement at the weekend, the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and...
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Minister lauds NAFEST 2016 contributions to national unity
October 10, 2016 No Responses

Minister lauds NAFEST 2016 contributions to national unity

The Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, has described the 2016 edition of the annual N ational Festival of Arts and Culture (NAFEST 2016) as a success, saying it has helped to strengthen national unity. ”Undoubtedly the biggest...
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Pope Francis names 17 new cardinals
October 10, 2016 No Responses

Pope Francis names 17 new cardinals

 Pope Francis on Sunday named 17 new cardinals, including three Americans, adding prelates from developing countries to give them a greater voice in selecting the next pope. Francis’ American appointments elevate moderates in the church hierarchy, bypassing...
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‘Rice imports remain banned through land borders’
October 9, 2016 No Responses

‘Rice imports remain banned through land borders’

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has not reversed the ban on rice importations through land borders.     In a statement on Saturday, NCS Public Relations Officer (PRO), Wale Adeniyi also denied granting press interview to that effect.   Adeniyi said:...
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NBA demands release of Judges
October 9, 2016 No Responses

NBA demands release of Judges

THE Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) yesterday declared a state of emergency in the judiciary over the arrest of some Judges over alleged corruption.   Addressing Journalists in Lagos, NBA also declared state of emergency emergency in the Judiciary.  NBA presi...
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Kia brand value hits $6.3 Billion
October 8, 2016 No Responses

Kia brand value hits $6.3 Billion

The global value of the Kia Motors brand has grown by 12% over the last year, according to Interbrand’s exclusive list of the 100 ‘Best Global Brands’.   According to the 2016 study, Kia has risen five spots to become...
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Ecobank renews partnership with Global Fund
October 8, 2016 No Responses

Ecobank renews partnership with Global Fund

Ecobank Transnational  Incorporated  has renewed its partnership with the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria for a further three years.   Ecobank in a statement on Friday explained that the  relationship between the two organisations began...
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Sukuk Issuance: SEC lauds CBN’s approval of guidelines for granting liquid assets to States
October 8, 2016 No Responses

Sukuk Issuance: SEC lauds CBN’s approval of guidelines for granting liquid assets to States

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has notified  issuers and investors that the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has approved “Guidelines for Granting Liquid Asset Status to Sukuk Instruments Issued by State Governments”.    In a statement on Fri...
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