… Money market dealers see further decline in H2 By Babajide Komolafe Investors’ interest in the Federal Government’s monetary instrument, the Nigeria Treasury Bill (NTB) has recorded a significant decline with 19 per cent,  year-on-year, YoY,  decline in sales to N1.35 trillion in the first five months of this year. Money market dealers have attributed […]

Gunmen have invaded a community on Sunday night in plateau state killing 12 persons in Kashe, Kuru District, South Local Government Area of the state.

Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi state has appointed Aminu Gamawa as the new Chief of Staff, Government House, Bauchi. He replaces Mr Ladan Salihu, sacked on June 9, alongside Secretary to the State Government, commissioners and other political appointees. This is contained in a statement signed by Mr Mukhtar Gidado, the Special Adviser on Media […]

As VP inaugurates Nigeria’s first thrift-for-charity- ‘DASH ME STORE’ Kemi Adeosun gets applause for new initiative supporting the vulnerable via grassroot charities One factor responsible for the impactful implementation of the Social Investment Programmes of the Buhari administration over the years is the realisation that you can’t reach Nigerians if you don’t have a plan […]

By Jacob Ajom Flag Officer Commanding Western Naval Command, Rear Admiral Jason Gbassa has observed that sports can be a very strong tool for national unity. Speaking as Special Guest at the 2nd Olo Boat Race competition at the Navy Town Lagos, Saturday, the navy chief said he was pleased to see the kids compete […]

Joint Admissions and Matriculations Board (JAMB) has advised candidates whose registration process is incomplete to visit special centres to finish   the process. JAMB’s Head of Media Dr Fabian Benjamin gave the advice in a statement on Monday. Benjamin said the advice affected only those who could not complete their registration during the earlier scheduled registration […]

The Nigerian Army said on Monday that no member of its troops was killed in Abia state even as it dismissed allegations that soldiers have been embarking on a revenge mission against innocent people in Ohafia local government of the state. Brigadier General Mohammed Yerima, Director, Army Public Relations made this known in a statement […]

Moved by the plights of less-privileged patients in some selected hospitals, the Founder of Sky Healthcare and Empowerment Initiative, SHE-I, Dr. Edidiong Etete, said plans are underway to grant financial assistance to patients at the general hospitals at Kubwa, Maitaima and Kuje among others.

The African Children Talents Discovery Foundation (ACTDF) is organising a seven-day talent hunts in Bauchi State with the aim of discovering young talented footballers who will be given financial support to flourish in their careers. According to the chairman of the Foundation, Engineer Noah Dallaji, the door is opened to all young talented players across […]

Although Patriotism is a cherished virtue in most human societies, Ghanaian author, Alex Agyei-Agyiri reveals that patriots in Africa are rather than celebrated, vilified and sometimes forced into circumstances that either compel them to compromise their stance or bring out the beast in them

Calls for aggressive reversal of negative mindsets Organisers commend Osinbajo’s passion for the less privileged at virtual event celebrating World Albinism Day “As a people, and in our communities, it is paramount to have conversations around the safety and enablement of our citizens who live with Albinism,” Vice President Yemi Osinbajo says. He made this […]

By Nkiruka Nnorom Investment analysts have said that the equities market will sustain its two week positive sentiment following positioning by investors ahead of half year (H1) 2021 corporate results announcements and dividend declarations. They also see heightening of buy interest in equities following the moderation in interest rates in the money market in the […]

A pregnant woman who gave birth through caesarean section has had her medical bills in the hospital fully paid off by a non-governmental organisation, the Givers Supportive Foundation.  Similarly,  the Givers Supportive Foundation, has visited an hospital to offset the medical expenses of a patient suffering from Retinoblastoma or cancer of the eyes.  Established in […]

Former National Chairman of ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, John Odigie-Oyegun, has asked the federal government to take immediate steps to address the twin issues of restructuring and secession, saying if allowed to fester, more Nigerians could come up with fresh demands.