Banks’ deposits with CBN soar 907% to N68.9trn
By Elizabeth Adegbesan Banks have increased their deposit with the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, by 907.3 percent Year-on-Year, YoY, to N68.9 trillion in the first half of the year (H1’25) from N6.84 trillion in the corresponding period of 2024 (H1’24), reflecting excess liquidity in the banking system. CBN accepts deposits from banks through its Standing Deposit […]
Oyo-Ogbomoso road: Contractor assures commitment to early completion ahead of Sept 2026 deadline
By Adeola Badru The new contractor for the 52-kilometre Oyo-Ogbomoso dual carriageway project, JRB Construction Company Ltd, has pledged to complete the project ahead of its September 2026 deadline. While speaking with newsmen during a media briefing on the Technical Project Manager for JRB, Joseph Onche, explained that the company commenced work immediately after being […]
Collaboration key to public sector reform, says AIG-Imoukhuede
By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA – Renowned banker and philanthropist, Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede, has emphasized the importance of collaboration between the government, private sector, and development partners as a catalyst for transforming Nigeria’s public sector. He made this assertion while delivering a keynote address at the inaugural International Civil Service Conference (ICSC), held in Abuja as part […]
N-Delta: Pipeline vandalism, a threat to national security – AHSED warns
By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA – Pipeline vandalism in the Niger Delta has grown beyond environmental and economic concerns to become a serious national security threat, Africa’s Hub for Skills and Enterprise Development (AHSED) has warned. In response, the organisation has launched Project SSE, a youth-focused initiative aimed at tackling the root causes of pipeline vandalism […]
N25m for grabs as Gbenga Daniel hosts choir festival
A total of N25 million is up for grabs, as choirs from across Nigeria converge on Sagamu for the Fourth edition of the Asiwaju of Remo Christians Choir Festival, hosted by Otunba Gbenga Daniel, Senator representing Ogun East in the National Assembly.
UNICEF invests $16 million to promote children’s rights in Oyo State
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has committed $16 million over a three-year period to support the Oyo State Government’s efforts in promoting and safeguarding children’s rights.
