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National Assembly should repeal criminal libel now, by Tonnie Iredia

National Assembly should repeal criminal libel now, by Tonnie Iredia

The handling of the on-going defamation case between legal giant, Afe Babalola and social activist, Dele Farotimi has provided strong evidence that Nigeria has probably lost its fight against media trial. Many years back, there was the well-articulated viewpoint that because the word “trial” is associated with the process of justice, trial by the media […]

New social mobile app berths in Nigeria

New social mobile app berths in Nigeria

Clickvibes, a burgeoning social network, has unveiled its mobile app for Android and iOS, aiming to foster deeper connections and empower Nigerians in the digital age.

Edo NUJ honours former VC with Meritorious Service Award

Edo NUJ honours former VC with Meritorious Service Award

By Ozioruva Aliu BENIN CITY – THE Edo State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has celebrated its immediate past Vice Chairman Mrs. Imelda Ilenwotse Osayande, for her outstanding service to the union. The award ceremony took place during the Council’s Christmas Carol, Musical Extravaganza, and Awards Night. The award presentation was conducted […]

Yuletide: Lawmaker distributes 2,720 bags of rice in Apapa

Yuletide: Lawmaker distributes 2,720 bags of rice in Apapa

A lawmaker, Dr Adesola Adedayo (Apapa Federal Constituency), on Sunday distributed 2,740 bags of 10kg rice to residents of the constituency. The distribution held at the Apapa Astro Turf. “We are here today in the spirit of the season, because Christmas and New Year are seasons to give. “I have come back to my constituency […]

Nnewi Auto Industrial Park to reduce Nigeria’s $19m annual spend on imported motorcycle parts – FG

Nnewi Auto Industrial Park to reduce Nigeria’s $19m annual spend on imported motorcycle parts – FG

By Victoria Ojeme The Federal Government has announced plans to establish the Nnewi Auto Industrial Park to reduce the country’s $19 million annual expenditure on imported motorcycle spare parts and strengthening domestic manufacturing capabilities. Director-General of the National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC), Joseph Osanipin, revealed these figures during the council’s end-of-year media briefing […]

Customers to enjoy improved financial services with new banking app

Customers to enjoy improved financial services with new banking app

By Lawani Mikairu Bankit Africa, a Pan-African Fintech company, has announced its official launch in Nigeria, with a mobile banking app that is set to transform the financial services landscape. The app is designed to empower customers to take control of their financial lives, offers a wide range of revolutionary financial solutions, providing users with […]

Ibrahim Atiku emerges Deputy Clerk to National Assembly

Ibrahim Atiku emerges Deputy Clerk to National Assembly

Sokoto-born seasoned technocrat, Mr. Ibrahim Atiku has been appointed as Deputy Clerk to the National Assembly (DCNA), with effect from February 2, 2025. This was contained in a letter dated 19th December, 2024 and signed by the Executive Chairman, National Assembly Service Commission (NASC), Engr. Ahmed Kadi Ahmshi. Ahmshi said the decision was taken during […]

ECOWAS must be relevant again

ECOWAS must be relevant again

By George P. Koon The current leader of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), Nigerian President Bola Tinubu, and his predecessor Guinea-Bissau leader Umaro Sissoco Embalo have failed to demonstrate the bloc’s commitment to democracy. Since 2020 four ECOWAS members, Mali, Guinea, Burkina Faso, and Niger experienced a total of six coup d’états.Upon […]

APC leaders condemn call by Benue group for SGF’s removal

APC leaders condemn call by Benue group for SGF’s removal

By Peter Duru, Makurdi The leaders of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Benue State have condemned the recent call by a group in the state for the removal of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, SGF, Senator George Akume from office. Recall that a group made up of Gubernatorial Liaison Officers, had […]

FCMB Group shareholders approve N340bn capital raise

FCMB Group shareholders approve N340bn capital raise

FCMB Group Plc has secured shareholder approval for a 340 billion naira capital raise. The approval, granted during an extraordinary general meeting held in Lagos and virtually, is crucial for its banking subsidiary, First City Monument Bank Limited, to comply with the Central Bank of Nigeria’s international license requirements. The approved measures include increasing the […]