USFP flags off ICT for all consultations
A major interface between the general public and the government on modalities to achieve ICT for all in Nigeria, would commence this week, in Ibadan Oyo state.
2011: I’ll not defect to LP — Akinbade
By Gbenga Olarinoye OSOGBO—Amidst speculations that he would defect to the Labour Party, LP, if not given the gubernatorial ticket of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in Osun State, the former Secretary to the State Government, Alhaji Fatai Akinbade, has denied the rumour, insisting that he remains the best candidate for the 2011 gubernatorial election […]
Man of the year; Daily Independent picks Gov Akpabio, Adenuga
Independent Newspapers Limited, Publishers of the Daily Independent titles has picked Dr. Godswill Akpabio and Mike Adenuga as its man of the year 2009.
Group calls implementation of N-Delta projects
A United Kingdom based advocacy group, Stakeholders Democracy Network, SDN, weekend urged the people to intensify interest in the proper implementation of projects and financial policies of the state governments to prevent corrupt practices and promote development in the Niger Delta region just as it presented certificate of completion of Information Technology courses to over 66 people of the Elebele Community of Ogbia Local Government area of Bayelsa State.
Acting President commends Spring Bank’s management team
The Ag. President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and Commander-In-Chief of the Armed Forces, His Excellency, Dr. Goodluck Jonathan last week commended the management team of Spring Bank Plc for stabilizing the bank in the wake of the global economic meltdown and the financial crises that hit the nation’s banking industry late last year.
New ABCON President promises closer ties with regulatory authorities
*National Secretariat commissioned Newly elected President of Association of Bureaux De Change Operators of Nigeria (ABCON), Dr. Emmanuel Balogun has promised to ensure closer working relationship with the regulatory authorities.
Ekiti govt urges police to probe kidnappings
ADO-EKITI—Ekiti State Government has called on the Police to expedite investigation of the recent kidnapping that led to the death of a prominent traditional ruler in the state, as well as the acting Provost of the state College of Education among others. Speaking weekend in Ado Ekiti, the State Commissioner for Information and Civic Orientation, […]
Bears return as investors lose N62bn on NSE
A bearish trend was recorded in trading on the Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) last week, as the value of listed equities dropped by1.1 per cent.
Oando’s Rights Issue may be fully subscribed, Stockbrokers
FOLLOWING the high demand for the application forms of Oando Plc Rights Issue, stockbrokers have stated that the offer may be fully subscribed .
Skye Bank Boss Bags UNAA Award
GROUP Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Skye Bank Plc, Mr. Akinsola Akinfemiwa, has been conferred with the University of Nigeria Alumni Association’s (UNAA) “Life time Achievement Award†in recognition of his numerous contributions to the growth of the institution and educational development in Nigeria.
Izon compulsory in Burutu schools
THE Legislative arm of Burutu Local Government Area in Delta State has passed a bill making the teaching and learning of Izon (Ijaw) language in all public and private primary schools in the area compulsory.
