Investors lose N340bn on NGX in 1 day
Trading at the domestic bourse opened the week on a bearish mood with the market capitalisation losing N340 billion in one day, due to drop in Airtel Africa. Specifically, the market capitalisation, which opened at N20.409 trillion, dipped by N340 billion to close at N20.069 trillion. Also, the All-Share Index shed 648.99 points or 1.66 […]
Don tasks farmers on use of digestates as a viable alternative to chemical fertilizers
Chairman, Centre for Global Eco-Innovation (CGE) Nigeria/ACTUATE Team Lead, Prof Lawrence Ezemonye has urged farmers to adopt the use of digestates as a viable alternative to chemical fertilizers, adding that the technology remains a credible option for the management of waste in two West African countries, Ghana and Nigeria. Ezemonye who was represented by Prof. […]
Death toll from cholera hits 37 in Bauchi as govt declares free treatment
At least 37 people have died from cholera-related diseases since the outbreak of cholera was declared in Bauchi state last month.
Avon Medical celebrates world blood donor Day with Heirs Life Assurance
In commemoration of World Blood Donor Day 2021, Avon Medical, a leading multispecialty healthcare provider, organised a blood drive for Lagos citizens to donate blood on Monday, June 14, 2021 at the ultramodern Avon Dialysis Centre in GRA, Ikeja.Commenting on the blood drive, Dr. Lilian Ekpo, the Medical Director, Avon Medical, said, “At Avon Medical, […]
New UberX Hourly allows multiple deliveries on single trip
By Juliet Umeh Ride hailing App, Uber has introduced UberX Hourly in Nigeria to offer riders an option of requesting a driver by the hour as they complete essential errands or deliveries during this period. The company said Uber Hourly is an alternative to on-demand, point-to-point trips that allows riders to book a driver-partner and […]
Ogunsan felicitates with Kunle Ajayi at 57
The Chairman of Executive Group and Board Member, Lagos State Security Trust Fund (LSSTF), Dr. Ayo Ogunsan, has felicitated with ace saxophonist, Kunle Ajayi, describing him as a minstrel with a difference. In a congratulatory birthday message to the musician who clocks 57 today, Ogunsan said: “It is with all pleasure and sincere gratitude to […]
Gender-based Data:Women Affairs minister makes case for women, girls
As Gender-Based Violence Data Indicator Harmonisation workshop opens in Lagos, the Minister of Women Affairs, Dame Pauline Tallen on Tuesday appealed to all producers and users of statistics to mainstream gender when preparing statistical report so as to paint a clear picture with regards to data presentation for proper planning
Release my husband’s corpse for burial- widow of man abducted, killed, begs Police
By Evelyn Usman Widow of 38-year –old Yemi Taiwo, who was abducted and tortured to death by some persons in Isiwu area of Ikorodu, Lagos, ten months ago, has appealed to the Police to release his corpse for burial. This is just as the deceased’s friend who was with him that fateful day , has […]
Reps probe Police over ‘missing’ $7.5million recovered loot
The House of Representatives Tuesday, ordered the Nigerian Police Force, to disclose the whereabouts of the sum of $7.5million, being a part of N37.5million recovered by the security agency in 2017, as proceeds of crimes
World Bank, IMF establish advisory group on sustainable, inclusive growth
The World Bank Group and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) have set up a High-Level Advisory Group (HLAG) on sustainable and inclusive recovery and growth.
Ekiti First Lady advocates inclusion of sex education in schools’ curriculum
Ado-Ekiti—Wife of Ekiti State Governor, Erelu Bisi Fayemi on Tuesday advocated inclusion of sex education in schools’ curriculum. She said this in Ado-Ekiti during the flag-off of the State’s Ministry of Education’s Policy document on Gender-Based Violence and inauguration of Anti GBV in schools. The event with theme : ” 30 years after adoption of […]
