Counting down to recession exit, the challenges, the prospects
By Emeka Anaeto, Business Editor In 2021, starting this first quarter, Q1’21, all expectations are focused on reversal of the depressing macroeconomic figures which had pushed Nigeria into recession in Q3’20. This is despite the resurgence in the COVID-19 debacle, which was the main cause of the recession. Both the fiscal authorities led by the […]
Pandemic outbreaks, Cyber threats top risks to insurers in 2021― Report
By Rosemary Iwunze The Nigerian insurance industry will likely face increased risks associated with the COVID-19 pandemic and cyber threats in 2021. This is one of the highlights of the annual survey on global business risks from Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty (AGCS) tagged, “Allianz Risk Barometer 2021”. Among other things the survey cited pandemic […]
Those haunting images from SIM-NIN integration centres
Some little acts of benevolence are worth celebrating. At least from a government with the supercilious reasoning that if some relief in governance appears remotely on the horizon, the people need to lead an obsequious epiphany to the shrine of political patronage at the centre. That, by the way, is my little acknowledgment that the […]
We will support investors, FG assures
BY Victoria Ojeme Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Otunba Adeniyi Adebayo has said that the government would remain committed to supporting investors to realise their goals. He spoke while receiving a delegation of Daniel Franco Institute who visited him to seek support for the setting up of the Rabelat Entrepreneurship Centre for Animal Husbandry […]
30,000 scholars benefit from Commonwealth scholarship in 61 yrs – FG
By Joseph Erunke THE federal government, Tuesday,said a total of 30,000 scholars in the country have so far benefited from the Commonwealth Scholarship between 1959 and now. Majority of the beneficiaries, according to the Minister of Education, Mallam Adamu,who disclosed this, made significant contributions to Nigeria’s development. READ ALSOStrike: FG sets up c’ttee to address […]
Lori-Ogbebor condoles with Okowa over father’s death
Rights activist, Chief Rita Lori-Ogbebor, has condoled with Delta State governor, Senator Ifeanyi Okowa, over the death of his father, Chief Okorie Okowa. She also described the deceased as a fulfilled community leader, whose exit would be greatly missed in the state. Lori-Ogbebor, who said this in a statement made available to Vanguard, urged the […]
Why we’re inaugurating mega political party— Utomi, Na’aba, Agbakoba, Moghalu, others
LEADERS of the National Consultative Front, NCF, a frontline political pressure group has given a gloomy picture of Nigeria, with a grim verdict that this House called Nigeria has fallen.
2023: After passage of amendment to Electoral Act in June, election violence will reduce, Lawan vows
AHEAD of 2023 general and Presidential elections, President of the Senate, Senator Ahmed Lawan has assured that with the passage of the amended version of the Electoral Act in June this year by the National Assembly, there will be a drastic reduction in election violence across the country.
Isoko professionals commend Okowa for upgrading 3 institutions to varsities
A socio-cultural group of cross-sectorial professionals of Isoko extraction, Enyaharo Isoko, has commended Governor Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta State for upgrading three tertiary institutions in the state to university status.
Strike: FG sets up c’ttee to address SSANU, NASU demands
The Federal Government (FG) says it has set up a joint committee to address anomalies complained of by Non Teaching Staff Unions of Universities as it threatens nationwide strike on Feb. 5. Sen. Chris Ngige, Minister of Labour and Employment, said this while addressing newsmen at the end of a closed door meeting with the […]
Take a deep dive into inspirational home décor with Elitist’s Range of positive art
It is often said that people become an amalgamation of what they surround themselves with. In 2020, everyone has been stuck inside the four walls of their own homes for everything from working and studying to exercising. In an effort to spark imagination and bring in the light of positivity, Mike Pashayan’s Elitist is a […]
We’ve traced forfeited assets to 25 locations in Nigeria — FG
By Ikechukwu Nnochiri – Abuja The Federal Government, on Tuesday, said it has successfully traced forfeited assets that are currently situated in 25 different locations in the country. It disclosed that the assets included landed properties, plants, machinery, motor vehicles, electronics, furniture and equipment, water vessels, jewelry, ornaments, as well as clothing materials. The assets […]
Let all Deltans vote Senator Omo-Agege for governor 2023 – Chief Gbeneyei
A prominent ijaw leader, Chief Lucky Akara Gbeneyei has drummed up support for election of Senator Ovie Omo-Agege as governor of Delta state come 2023. Chief Gbeneyei who spoke in Warri, recalled the achievements of former governor James Ibori as governor of the state, stressing that Senator Omo-Agege had similar qualities with the former governor […]
INEC plans to meet stakeholders on Polling Units expansion
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says it plans to meet with stakeholders in a few weeks time to address the inadequacies of Polling Units (PUs) in Nigeria. INEC disclosed this in a statement by its National Commissioner and Chairman, Information and Voter Education Committee, Mr Festus Okoye in Abuja on Tuesday. Okoye said that […]
Alkali: Why NEDC is getting it right
By Daniel Enyi The Boko Haram conflict in North-East Nigeria indeed came with its attendant consequences that saw countless persons’ death and the destruction of properties and livelihoods worth several billions of naira. The impact of this conflict has left a sour taste in the mouth, which indeed necessitated the establishment of an interventionist agency […]
Electricity: Local producers of pre-paid meters kicks-off operation in Lagos, February ending
As Lagos govt promises support By Olasunkanmi Akoni A Lagos-based foreign electrical wares manufacturing firm, Elsewedy Electric has disclosed plans to commence full operation by February ending, 2020 with emphasis on the production of pre-paid meters. Meantime, as part of measures to create jobs and a business-friendly environment, the Lagos State Government has assured that […]
