‘First Bank, Ecobank merger talks resume soon’
By Omoh Gabriel OUAGADOUGOU, BURKINA FASO — Discussions on the merger plans between First Bank Nigeria Plc and Eco Transnational Incorporated (ETI) that will create the strongest pan-African bank in the continent will resume as soon as the present management of First Bank settles down.
INC, Presidential c’ttee urge militants to accept amnesty
THE Ijaw National Congress (INC) and Presidential Committee on Amnesty yesterday called for a halt to militancy in the Niger-Delta, saying militants have eloquently made the point on marginalization and deprivation of the region and now was the time for peace.
Gani’s fake fans
Since the great Gani Fawehinmi passed away, the pages of newspapers have been filled to the brim with complimentary comments about his impressive personality, his lofty principles, his formidable intellect and his considerable achievements.
Atiku ‘ll contest 2011 presidency – AC
…calls for Iwu’s removal By Chris Ochayi ABUJA – The Action Congress (AC) yesterday declared that the former Vice President, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar will contest for the 2011 Presidential elections on its platform. National youth leader of the party, Mr. Timi Frank who stated this in Abuja, said Atiku will soon unfold his agenda and […]
On line with Stephen Keshi
IT was interesting talking to Stephen Keshi in a long telephone chat five days after Tunisia held Nigeria to a 2-2 draw in Abuja.
Niger Delta: The impending military assault
For instance, the Ijaw territory was the center of commerce – renown for its trade in ivory, palm oil, and other natural resources. It was also a center of the African Atlantic slave trade. And for a period in its history, it had an independent diplomatic relations with European powers.
