WTO: OPS tempers expectations from Okonjo-Iweala’s regime
By Yinka Kolawole ECONOMY Members of the Organise Private Sector (OPS) have welcomed the announcement of Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala as the new Director General of the World Trade Organization (WTO) with cautious expectations, noting that though teminently qualified she has a lot to do to ensure a level playing field, especially for developing countries. In […]
Tension as 42-year-old man beats wife to death in Lagos
The Lagos State Police Command is currently investigating a 42-year-old man, David Idibie, for the murder of his wife, Juliana Idibie in their residence at Joado Street, Oke Ira Nla, Ajah Area of Lagos.
Every cloud has a silver lining
I’VE just returned from a two-month sojourn in the UK; and it was a pretty grim experience. Two days after I arrived, hoping to enjoy a relaxed and jolly Christmas break with a whole bunch of beloved friends and relatives I hadn’t seen for ages, the British government decided to force the country into lockdown mode, in a desperate bid to control the alarming spread of the dreaded COVID-19 virus.
FG hands over 2km road to FedPoly Nasarawa
The Federal Government on Thursday handed over a two-kilometre road it constructed to the Federal Polytechnic (FedPoly), Nasarawa, Nasarawa State. The Minister of Works and Housing, Mr Babatunde Fashola on behalf of the Federal Government did the handing over to the management of the school. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the road […]
No plans to increase petrol price, NNPC assures Nigerians
The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) has assured Organised labour and Nigerians that there will be no increase in the price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) also known as Petrol in the month of February.
CRYPTOCURRENCY BAN: A destructive financial policy
By Tuedor Akpevwe Jackson The news of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) directive on the prohibition of banks/individuals from buying, selling and using cryptocurrency came as a shock to young Nigerians and the world at large. Construe it as you may, be it an order to the banks only, or to the individuals alike […]
Bamboo becomes first Real Estate brand in Africa to accept Bitcoin payments
By Chris Onuoha A leading provider of comfortable land and housing in Africa, Bamboo Real Estate and Construction Limited has concluded plans to accept service payments in cryptocurrency. The arrangement which kicks off in this February, 2021 is an exciting and thrilling one, as announced by the company management at an unveiling session recently. Speaking […]
Ehingbeti: Sanwo-Olu pledges to double investment in youth
By Babajide Komolafe The 8th Lagos State Economic Summit was concluded yesterday with Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State pledging to double investment in youths. Meanwhile stakeholders at the Summit have passed eleven resolutions for joint execution of the public and private sector in the quest to build the Lagos of our dreams. Sanwo-Olu, in […]
Sneakers have become a cult fashion statement – King Kicks
Modern sneaker culture began in the 1990s with the rise of brands like Air Jordan and Nike. Since then, it has become a pivotal part of many different subcultures worldwide, especially in minority and Black communities. Sneakers are still on the rise and are one of the most stylish options you can find for everyday […]
Sandra Idubor is New Face of District FM
One of the new norm in our world today is that brands are collaborating with influencers to promote their products or services. Almost everyday we hear the news that a popular social media influencer or celebrity has partnered with a certain brand. Africa’s leading online radio station, District FM has also jumped on this train. […]
Lent: Reps Minority Caucus calls for prayers, sacrifice
The Minority caucus in the House of Representatives has urged Nigerians to use the forty-day Lenten period to pray for peace and unity of the nation
