ECS part of ILO’s social security programmes — Labour
By Victor AhiumaYoung Organised Labour in the nation’s financial industry has commended the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund, NSITF for taking proactive steps to expand the Employees’ Compensation Scheme to the Agency Banking and Fintech industries. Under the National Union of Banks, Insurance and Financial Institutions Employees, NUBIFIE, Labour described ECS as one of the nine […]
Silverbird group set for festive December
By Ephraim Oseji The Silverbird Group is gearing up to make this December an unforgettable one. The group has announced two exciting events that promise to delight Nigerians of all ages. According to the management, the All You Can Eat Competition is scheduled for December 14th at the Silverbird Galleria. This high-stakes food challenge will […]
Sierra Leone: UNWTO equips women in tourism with requisite access, resources
By Jimoh Babatunde Women represent a significant portion of the tourism workforce, accounting for 54 per cent globally and 70 per cent in Africa. Yet, they remain concentrated in lower-skilled, lower-paid, and often informal positions, underscoring the urgent need to address systemic barriers and fully harness their potential. To achieve meaningful and systemic change for sustainable […]
For 200 physically-challenged, a lifeline at last
By Marie-Theresa Nanlong, JOS At about 8 am on a particular Monday, Ryok Sunday, a physically-challenged man in his 30s, from the Nkun community, Riyom, walking with difficulty with two crooked sticks, made his way into the premises of the General Hospital and Trauma Centre, Riyom, in the Riyom local government area of Plateau State to […]
Taming the Shrew: Bello Matawalle’s fight against irresponsible media
By Suleiman Abbah In the intricate tapestry of contemporary governance, the relationship between public officials and the media is often fraught with tension. This dynamic is particularly pronounced in regions where political narratives are heavily influenced by the press. The recent legal actions taken by Bello Matawalle, the Minister of State for Defense in Nigeria, […]
Microfinance bank advances financial inclusion agenda at Int’l Conference
By Juliet Umeh LAPO Microfinance Bank has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing financial inclusion in Nigeria by participating in the recently concluded 2nd International Financial Inclusion Conference. The event held in Lagos was with the theme: “Inclusive Growth: Harnessing Financial Inclusion for Economic Development.” The conference brought together the critical stakeholders, industry leaders, and innovators […]
Trump names vaccine skeptic RFK to head health dept
Donald Trump on Thursday tapped anti-vaccine activist and conspiracy theorist Robert F. Kennedy as his secretary of health in the latest provocative nomination from the incoming Republican president.
Coronation anniversary: Oba Ogunjobi brought progress to Orile Ifo – Hamzat
Otunba Olorile of Orile Ifo, Chief Kazeem Hamzat, has applauded the efforts of the Olorile of Orile Ifo Kingdom, Oba Abdul Ogunjobi (Arolagbade 1) for transforming the town, saying the monarch has,in the last eight years, brought sanity and progress to Orile Ifo.
Soludo pledges to expedite C of O for investors in Anambra
Gov Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra says his administration will expedite action in processing Certificate of Occupancy for would-be investors who fulfilled the condition of doing business in the state.
Why Nigeria can’t abandon Ajaokuta — FG
Executive Vice Chairman (EVC) of the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure, NASENI, Mr. Khalil Halilu, has said that Nigeria cannot afford to abandon the multi-billion dollar Ajaokuta Steel Company, ASC, because the nation would not industrialise without a steel backbone.
Wike suspends FCDA boss, Hadi Ahmad indefinitely
Federal Capital Territory FCT Minister, Ezenwo Nyesom Wike has announced the indefinite suspension of the Executive Secretary, Federal Capital Development Authority FCDA, Engr. Shehu Hadi Ahmad.
