Pencom slams N14bn fine on 911 employers for late pension remittance
By Rosemary Iwunze National Pension Commission, PenCom, said it imposed N14.3 billion fine on 911 employers for late remittance pension contributions. The Commission disclosed this in its latest report, adding that it also recovered N13.83 billion as outstanding pension contributions from the employers. It will be recalled that Section 92(2) of the Pension Reform Act, PRA […]
Expert to Financial Institutions: Protecting Nigeria’s environment is everyone’s responsibility
A health and environmental expert, Dr. Obi Anyadiegwu, has urged financial institutions to support the implementation of sustainable environmental practices, emphasizing that protecting Nigeria’s environment is a collective responsibility.
Obasa apologizes to DSS over assault on its men by Lagos assembly officials
The Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa has apologized to security agencies following the recent assault on operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) within the assembly premises.
Why I bought 150 JAMB forms for indigent students — Hon. Mutu
Hon. Nicholas Ebomo Mutu, the lawmaker representing Patani/Bomadi Constituency in the House of Representatives, has explained that he purchased 150 Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) forms for indigent students in his constituency due to his firm belief that education is the foundation of any society.
Delta lawmaker urges APC to work for unity, party’s victory
The Minority Whip of the Delta State House of Assembly and lawmaker representing Burutu Constituency 1, Hon. Alapala Anthony Ebitonmo, has called on chieftains of the All Progressives Congress (APC) at both the national and state levels to unite for a stronger and more formidable party in Delta State.
Gov Abdulrazaq’s achievements in six years unrivalled, breathtaking – Prof Saudat Baqi
Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq’s record of service in six years has been excellent, impactful, and unrivalled by his predecessors, university don Saudat Sallah Abdulbaqi said on Friday.
Enugu LG cascades GBV advocacy, warns against masquerades attack on women
By Dennis Agbo The Igboetiti local government council in Enugu state has driven home advocacy for awareness on Gender Based Violence matters into the nooks and cranny of council areas. In the advocacy which included road walks and rallies, technical officers on Gender Based Violence sensitized the rural communities, especially their women, on what constitutes […]
Stakeholders urge Bayelsa Govt to incorporate ADR clauses in all contracts
Stakeholders have urged the Bayelsa State Government to include Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) clauses in all its contracts and designate the Bayelsa Multi-Door Courthouse (BMDC) as the preferred centre for dispute resolution in the state.
UKNIAF, Power Ministry unveil Nigeria’s blueprint for sustainable, inclusive electrification
By Johnbosco Agbakwuru, Abuja The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu has formally unveiled the the Nigeria Integrated Electricity Policy (NIEP) in a landmark step toward advancing Nigeria’s power sector. The NIEP was developed through a collaborative effort involving power sector professionals, donor partners, including the African Development Bank (AfDB), the World Bank, the United Nations […]
African entrepreneurs must master grant writing to compete globally — Ogunbowale
Leading grant writing marketplace, Grant Master, has urged entrepreneurs or non-profit leaders to develop the ability to secure funding, saying it is a skill that can drive sustainable development. The firm’s Chief Executive Officer, Mr Olugbenga Ogunbowale, said with this skill, African leaders could compete on a global stage. Ogunbowale, also the lead instructor at […]
IBB’s mea culpa
By NICK DAZANG Seismic occurrences are defining. They tingle our ears and they etch themselves onto our memories. Everyone remembers such momentous events. Everyone also recalls, with clarity, where he was and what he was doing when they happened. By the same token, most memoirs and autobiographies are self-serving. They offer opportunities for rationalisation and justification. […]
