2023: Rep aspirant tasks Nigerians on participatory democracy
An aspirant jostling to represent the Awgu, Aninri, and Oji River Federal Constituency of Enugu State in the 2023 general elections under the platform of Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Barrister Oleka Udenze, has enjoined Nigerians to get involved in active politics, arguing that their participation in the game will prevent politicians from manipulating the electoral process.
The Evolution of FairMoney Microfinance Bank in Nigeria; from a loan app to a NeoBank
In the past 7 years, a good number of lending platforms have sprung up in Nigeria. Rightly so, as access to financial inclusion is still a major bane for many Nigerians. Access to credit to cover personal and business costs still remains a huge equaliser in the growth and development of the economy.
EECCA holds post COP26 workshop, 500 million tree-planting flag-off
The Earth Environment and Climate Care Ambassador (EECCA), an international non-governmental organisation at the forefront of climate change advocacy, is organising the first post COP26 Annual Scientific Workshop and 500 million tree planting flag-off. The theme of the event is “Engaging the Stakeholders for Effective and Inclusive Implementation of COP26 Platforms for Action” and is […]
Contractor drags NLNG, fmr MD to court for alleged breach of contract
By Egufe Yafugborhi PORT HARCOURT – CONTRACTING firm, Macobarb International Limited and its Chief Executive Officer, Ogboru Shedrack, have dragged the Nigerian Liquefied Natural Gas (NLNG), its former Managing Director, Tony Atah and Company Secretary, Akachukwu Nwokedi, before a Port Harcourt Magistrate Court in Rivers state to face alleged criminal breach of contract. The Complainant […]
UI student researches concrete recycling to cut costs, boost safety
By Edafe Usiwo A University of Ibadan (UI) postgraduate student, Michael Odelola, is researching a concrete recycling method that aims to reduce construction costs while enhancing building safety and environmental sustainability. The project focuses on turning demolition waste into reusable materials for new concrete, offering a practical solution to waste management and construction challenges in […]
Young African CEOs to meet in Abuja
“There are several young people doing amazing things and breaking new grounds. Our final selection was based on merit and track record.”
Our deal with Siemens to expand electricity capacity by 25,000MW – FG
The Federal Government, Thursday, declared that the partnership between the country and the Siemens in the power sector would expand Nigeria’s electricity capacity from the current 4,500MW to 25,000MW.
SOKOTO TRAGEDY: CAN, Sultan decry worsening state of insecurity
DISTURBED by the rising wave of killings in the country, the Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN; and the Jama’atu Nasril Islam, JNI, led by the Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammadu Sa’ad Abubakar 111, yesterday, lamented that Nigerians were now being killed like chickens.
Banks’ fees, commission income rises 31% to N384.8bn
Fees and commission income in the leading commercial banks rose by 31 percent to N384.8 billion in nine months of 2021 from N292.4 billion in the corresponding period of 2020.
Gunmen on rampage in Imo, abduct monarch
Reign of terror has continued in Imo State as gunmen at the early hours of yesterday, abducted the traditional ruler of Mbutu ancient kingdom in Aboh Mbaise Local Government Area of Imo State, Eze Damian Nwaigwe.
From Crisis to Capacity: Reinventing Nigeria’s Healthcare supply chain – Expert
By Chioma Obinna Yusuf is a pharmacist with a dual background in clinical practice and healthcare supply chain management. He has spent the last five years focusing on strengthening the availability of affordable, quality medicines for patients in Nigeria and across West Africa. He began his career in the public sector with Chemonics International, implementing […]
