Exam Ethics chief backs Edo Govt on NECO
THE Chairman of the Exam Ethics International, Mr Ike Onyechere, has supported the Edo State government on its warning against the use of men of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps, NSCDC, in the conduct of the National Examination Council, NECO, examination, due to what he described as the gross examination malpractices observed so far in the conduct of the examination around the country.
Gov Orji joins APGA
Governor Theodore Orji of Abia State has joined the All Progressives Grand Alliance, APGA.
Naira increases interbank gain by 29 kobo
The naira yesterday appreciated again by 29 kobo in the interbank foreign exchange market reflecting the surfeit of dollar supply in the market.
Dangote positions Onne cement facility for export
DANGOTE Group has positioned its subsidiary firm Dangote Bail Limited, as the hub for exporting its brand of bagged cement to sub Saharan-Africa.
ANC makes case for Anioma State
By Olasunkanmi Akoni The Anioma National Council, ANC, has appealed to President Goodluck Jonathan to actualise the dreams of the Anioma people of Delta State by creating an Anioma State for them.
Soldiers smash illegal arms syndicate in Aba
THREE persons, including a middle-aged man who claimed to be a major supplier of arms and ammunition to Abia State government, have been arrested by soldiers from the 82 Division of the Nigerian Army, Enugu, for illegal arms deals.
DCC Networks rollout MPLS service , partners Helios Towers
DCC Networks, the communication division of the Computer Warehouse Group has commenced the roll-out of the 1st next-generation MPLS network.
Golden Penny noodles bags NIS MANCAP certification
Golden penny noodles from the stable of Golden Pasta Company Limited has been awarded the Nigerian Mark of Quality award having passed the Nigerian Industrial Standard Manufacturer’s Conformity Assessment Program (NIS MANCAP) test, as it introduces two more flavours.
Dangote fortifies noodles with herbs, storms Eastern markets
Dangote has unveiled fortification of its brand of instant noodle with local herbs, and has pushed 1.8 million cartons of the products to Eastern markets.
FG begins deployment of CSOS to MDAS
The Office of the Special Adviser to the President on relations with Civil Society (OSAP-CSR) is now set to deploy Civil Society representatives to Government Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAS) for the purpose of strengthening advocacy for improved transparency and accountability in the procurement process.
Trade protectionism among G-20 countries threaten global economic recovery
Despite repeated commitments by G-20 countries to avoid adopting such measures, protectionist policies are being implemented at an alarming rate, according to a new research report, “G-20 Protection in the Wake of the Great Recessionâ€.
ZOOMmobile blazes the trail in Internet Access
ZOOMmobile Limited, a Nigeria telecommunications solutions provider has announced 50 per cent (fifty percent) slash on the prices of its USB internet modems throughout Nigeria .
Utaka reveals World Cup frustration
John Utaka said that it was a frustrating experience watching the Eagles crash out of the World Cup, without being able to contribute to the team.
ACCA widens access to accountancy certification
These disclosures were made by the Nigerian Country Manager for ACCA, Mrs Toyin Ademola in Lagos. According to her, the Foundations in Accountancy is flexible, making it possible for students who do not meet the minimum entry requirements for ACCA qualification to register for the awards, adding that they can start studying at any level, including the Diploma in Accounting and Business.
Web backs goal-line technology
England World Cup 2010 referee Howard Webb has admitted he is “open-minded†about the introduction of video technology.
