Osinbajo impressed with progress of MSMEs, says FG’ll resolve challenges, remove bottlenecks
Impressed with the progress made across the country by Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) on account of the interventions by the Buhari administration, the Federal Government will intensify efforts to address any bottlenecks and challenges facing small businesses in Nigeria so they can grow bigger, according to Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, SAN. Professor Osinbajo […]
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FRSC to auction unclaimed vehicles in Akwa Ibom
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Akwa Ibom Command, on Wednesday said that it would auction all unclaimed vehicles in its custody
Drug abuse killing our youths — Gov Diri
Gov. Douye Diri of Bayelsa has bemoaned the effects of drug use and abuse on Nigerian youths, saying it was destroying their future.
Peter Oboh disagrees with Buhari on restructuring
Ex-Commonwealth and British boxing champion, Peter Oboh, has disagreed with President Muhammadu Buhari on his statement that there was nothing to restructure in Nigeria.
Morata opens up on being booed by Spanish fans
Alvaro Morata says he knows why he has been the target of the boo boys during Euro 2020 but is not prepared to talk about the reasons until after Spain’s campaign is over. The Juventus striker has scored twice during the tournament, including a fine effort that put Luis Enrique’s side back in front during […]
UNICAL calls for collection of 42,000 unclaimed certificates
The University of Calabar (UNICAL) has called on graduates of the institution who were yet to collect original copies of their certificates to approach the institution to get them. Mr Gabriel Egbe, Registrar of the University in a statement on Wednesday in Calabar, said that there were over 42,000 unclaimed certificates in the various faculties […]
Unemployment in Russia surged during pandemic ― Putin
The Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday said the unemployment rate in Russia has increased from 4.6 per cent to over six per cent during the COVID-19 pandemic. He said that it is unfortunate during the pandemic the unemployment in the country has grown. ALSO READ: We’re problems of Nigeria, not religion, ethnicity — Buhari […]
Nigeria can achieve $10 oil production cost, Kyari insists
By Obas Esiedesa, Abuja The Group Managing Director of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation, NNPC, Mallam Mele Kyari has expressed optimism that companies working in Nigeria’s petroleum industry can achieve $10 oil production cost. Kyari who stated this on Tuesday when he appeared on Arise Television explained that the corporation was working with its partners […]
Former Wolves boss, Nuno takes over at Tottenham
Tottenham’s search for a new head coach is finally over after Nuno Espirito Santo was appointed as Jose Mourinho’s successor. Ryan Mason filled in as caretaker boss following Mourinho’s sacking in April, steering the club through to the end of the 2020-21 season. Former Spurs manager Mauricio Pochettino was linked with a sensational return, while Antonio […]
Delta 2023: Bomadi Mandate Group urges IPM to refrain from attacks on INC President
Following the recent visit of the Delta Lobby Group to the President of the Ijaw National Congress (INC), Prof Benjamin Okaba as part of consultations towards the Delta State governorship aspirations for 2023, and alleged attacks on the INC President for receiving them, the Bomadi Mandate Group (BMG) has called on the Ijaw Political Movement (IPM) to refrain from such attacks as Prof Okaba has not endorsed any aspirant or group.
N362m Diezani Bribe: Appeal Court affirms conviction of former INEC officer
The Court of Appeal, Yola Division, Adamawa State, has affirmed the conviction of Ibrahim Mohammed Umar, a former electoral officer with the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, in Yola South Local Government Area.
Gov Umahi sacks Ebonyi’s Education Supervisors, Secretaries over suspected fraud
Gov. David Umahi of Ebonyi has sacked all Education Secretaries and Zonal Education Supervisors as part of efforts to improve the state’s educational system
Igboland is not landlocked
By Aloy Ejimakor IT’s often said that a lie told so many times, if unchallenged, may – in course of time – begin to pass for the truth. One of such is the terrible lie, institutionally purveyed since the end of the Civil War, to the effect that Igboland is landlocked or has no access […]
SMEs: Keeping record is good, don’t stop there
By Timi Olubiyi IF you have established or about to launch your business, congratulations! It takes unwavering passion and perseverance to get by with that all-important decision. Starting a business or running it effectively can be an overwhelming process in this environment. You will agree with me that small business operation is difficult without proper […]
NDPHC begins work on 33kv line to restore power to Osun community after 10 years
The Niger Delta Power Holding Company, NDPHC, has commenced construction work on a new 15 kilometers 33kV line from Ile-Ife transmission station to Olode-Garage (Awolowo Town) to restore power supply to Ifetedo/Garage-Olode, Ife South LGA of Osun State.
APC to begin sales of forms for congresses July 1
The All Progressives Congress (APC) says it plans to begin sales of forms for its congresses on July 1. Prof. Al-Mustapha Medaner, APC Director of Organisation, said this in a statement on Sunday in Abuja. Medaner said the decision followed the approval of the Gov. Mai Mala Buni-led APC Caretaker and Extra-ordinary Convention Planning Committee […]
