NLNG’s Science Prize judges begin adjudication process for 2021 cycle
The Nigeria LNG Limited (NLNG), has resumed the activities in the prize cycle of the $100,000 Nigeria Prize for Science, which was put off last year because of the Covid-19 pandemic, with the hand-over of 49 entries to the panel of judges today.
Covid-19: Entrepreneurs urged to innovate, digitise to scale operation
By Nkiruka Nnorom In view of the disruptions in supply chains and other challenges to businesses occasioned by the outbreak of Covid-19 pandemic, Mr. Adesola Adeduntan, CEO, First Bank of Nigeria, has called on entrepreneurs to innovate and leverage technology to scale their operation post-pandemic. He stated this while speaking at a webinar organised by […]
Reps probe funds spent on past maintenance of Port Harcourt, Warri, Kaduna refineries
By Levinus Nwabughiogu House of Representatives, Wednesday resolved to pursue a comprehensive audit of funds so far expended on the maintenance and rehabilitation of the nation’s refineries. These included Port Harcourt, Warri, Kaduna refineries. Motion for the probe was moved by Hon. Onofiok Luke from Akwa Ibom State. READ ALSO: Stakeholders reel out solutions to […]
Breaking: FIFA extends ban on Blatter, Valcke by six years
FIFA banned its former president Sepp Blatter until 2028 on Wednesday after handing him a new suspension of six years and eight months for receiving huge bonuses. Former FIFA secretary-general Jerome Valcke also had his existing suspension extended by the same amount. The new bans will only come into force when the current bans on […]
We are ready for Aba North/South by-election — INEC
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says it is fully prepared for the March 27 Aba North/South Federal Constituency by-election in Abia. Mr Festus Okoye, INEC National Commissioner and Chairman, Information and Voter Education Committee said this in a statement in Abuja on Wednesday. Okoye said the commission met on Tuesday and deliberated on some […]
World powers want to destroy Nigeria – Mailafia
By Nwafor Sunday A former Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Dr. Obadiah Mailafia, Wednesday accused world powers of trying to destroy the country. In today’s international system, the four great powers according to Wikipedia, include, United States (US), Russia, China and the European Union. However, while featuring on Channels Television’s ‘Sunrise Daily’ […]
Prince Harry lands new job after bombshell interview
Prince Harry on Tuesday added to a growing portfolio of post-royal jobs, becoming “chief impact officer” at a San Francisco startup that provides mobile-based coaching, counseling and mentorship. Amid a highly public spat with Buckingham Palace, Harry and his American wife Meghan Markle, a mixed-race former television actress, now live in California after stepping away […]
Senate confirms Nababa as Comptroller-General, Nigerian Correctional Service
The Senate on Wednesday confirmed President Muhammadu Buhari’s nomination of Haliru Nababa as Comptroller-General of the Nigerian Correctional Service. The confirmation of the nominee followed the consideration and adoption of the report of the Committee on Interior. Presenting the report, the Committee’s Chairman, Senator Kashim Shettima (APC, Borno Central) said there was no petition or […]
Niger Delta not part of Biafra, Oduduwa agitations – Group
The United Niger Delta Energy Development Security Strategy (UNDEDSS) says no individual or group should compel the region to be part of Biafra, Oodua, or any group outside of Nigeria. Mr Tony Uranta, UNDEDSS Executive Secretary, in a statement on Wednesday in Lagos said that the Niger-Delta had not taken position on the ongoing agitations […]
Senate begins screening of NHRC Chairman, Vanguard’s Soni Daniel, others
…Refers Nominees to Committee By Henry Umoru THE Senate has begun the screening of the nominees of President Muhammadu Buhari, for the position of Chairman and members of the National Human Rights Commission, NHRC. The Senate Leader, Senator Yahaya Abdullahi, All Progressives Congress, APC, Kebbi North read the Executive Communication from President Buhari that the Upper […]
EFCC and Gen Jafaru: Is it witch-hunting or fighting corruption?
By Armiyau Isah It appears that the last has not been heard of the interim forfeiture order obtained by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in respect of the properties allegedly traced to one Brigadier General Jafaru Mohammed. It may be recalled that for days, the public was greeted with screaming headlines seeking to […]
