In my column last week, I discussed how Trump’s victory could impact on Africa, noting that his presidency might not be as bad for Africa as generally thought.  This week I will explore further how his election as the 47th President of the United States could possibly affect the Russo-Ukraine war. The war has been going […]

By Elizabeth Osayande Lagos played host to the third edition of the Sales Pro Conference over the weekend, where sales professionals and aspiring entrepreneurs gathered to enhance their skills in deal-closing strategies. The event, themed “Seal the Deal,” was organised by Pertinence Group and supported by PettySave Microfinance Bank. Attendees were treated to a series […]

In a strategic move to combat the challenges posed by rising living costs, BrandTell Nigeria has announced the launch of Sales Yakata 3.0

By Etop Ekanem The highly anticipated 2024 Breathe Summit brought together professionals from diverse organisations in Abuja, equipping them with cutting-edge strategies to prioritise wellness and resilience in the face of economic adversity. The summit, convened by Maimuna Ummi Abdullahi, popularly known as Coach Didi, stated in a briefing that this year’s event aimed at […]

By Haruna Aliyu, Birnin-Kebbi Kebbi state Vanguard correspondent, Haruna Aliyu, who earlier raised the alarm about his safety after receiving invitation from the state Command of Department of State Services, DSS, has been released unhurt, unmolested and without threat. Aliyu, who was invited for enquiries for a squabble between his colleague and their personnel, expressed […]

Borno State Governor, Prof. Babagana Zulum on Tuesday, received two categories of awards- Best Governor on Security and Most People-Oriented Governor, at maiden edition of Nigeria’s Pride Awards which took place at Barcelona Hotel, Abuja. The Awards ceremony was organized by African Leadership Scorecard Magazine, Nationwide Reports and the Beauties of Nigeria TV. Former Senate […]

By Providence Ayanfeoluwa Industry leaders in the maritime sector would lead discussion at the maiden edition of PortNews Summit themed: “Port Reforms and Local Content: Has Nigeria fared Well?” scheduled to hold on December 4, 2024 at Apapa. The summit put together by PortNews Newspaper, is expected to pool a gathering of respected economists, ship […]

Nigerian Coalition of Civil Society Organisations (NICOCSO) has called on Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) to render an account of the 20 billion US dollars allegedly spent for the repair of refineries since 2007. The call came amidst a threat by the coalition to embark on nationwide protests over the moribund state of the […]

….kicks against attack on governor By Jeff Agbodo  A group known as Unwuekumenyi United Youths Forum has said that Governor Francis Nwifuru has not borrowed either domestic or foreign loans to fund any project since inception. The group said that the governor from inception of his administration vowed to strategically address the needs of Ebonyi […]

WEMA Bank said it has concluded the first cohort of its Wema Export Trade Academy. This programme aims to equip Nigerian Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) with essential skills, insights, and resources for entering and thriving in the global market. The Academy, which hosted over 40 participants in Lagos, highlights Wema Bank’s commitment to enhancing […]