Naira depreciates to N1,515/$ in parallel market
By Elizabeth Adegbesan The Naira yesterday depreciated to N1,515 per dollar in the parallel market from N1,510 per dollar on Monday. Similarly, the Naira depreciated to N1,502 per dollar in the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM). Data published by the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, showed that the indicative exchange rate for the naira rose […]
Inspire Decisions Consulting, Alternative Bank to empower MSMEs in nutritious food sector
By Godwin Oritse IN a bid to strengthen Nigeria’s nutritious food industry, Inspire Decisions Consulting is in discussions with Alternative Bank to establish a strategic partnership aimed at empowering Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) in the country. This exciting alliance according Harc Moko, Chief Executive O fficer of Inspire Decisions Consulting, is designed to drive […]
Ogoni: MOSOP, 31 groups demand justice for Saro-Wiwa
The Movement for the Survival of the Ogoni People, MOSOP, and 31 groups on Monday staged a peaceful demonstration in Ogoni land, demanding justice for Ken Saro-Wiwa and the Ogoni 8, who were executed in 1995 for advocating environmental stewardship.
RAMADAN TALK: Guide your fast
There are certain things that we must avoid during Ramadan. Doing such things can ruin your Ramadan.
How terrorist groups are expanding their reach in Nigeria
Terrorism has left an indelible mark on Nigeria and the broader West African region, with Boko Haram’s insurgency alone responsible for 15,889 deaths over the past 16 years. Of these casualties, 12,329 were civilians accounting for nearly 78% , a grim reflection of the ruthless nature of the group’s operations.
Voter education key to strengthening democracy, says PAACA
The Peering Advocacy and Advancement Center in Africa (PAACA), has emphasized the crucial role of voter education in sustaining democracy in Nigeria, saying that an informed electorate is essential for democratic governance, as it enables citizens to make informed decisions at the polls.
Seed production: Institute builds capacity of 40 rice farmers
By Gabriel Ewepu ABUJA – AS Nigeria’s rice consumption increases, the National Cereals Research Institute, NCRI, Badeggi, has boosted the capacity of 40 rice farmers in Niger and Oyo States on high-quality rice seed production to meet demands. This was made known by the NCRI in a statement, where it explained that the capacity building […]
Microfinance bank grows balance sheet to N10bn from N5.4m deficit
By Ephraim Oseji The Founder/Chairman of DavoDani Microfinance Bank, DDmfb, Prince Austin Enajemo-isire, has said the organisation’s balance sheet size has increased to about N10 billion from an initial deficit shareholders fund of N5.4 million. Enajemo-isire said this at the organisation’s 10 years anniversary, adding that the shareholders fund has also exceeded N3 billion. In […]
Firm demystifies Third-Party Motor Insurance
By Ephraim Oseji Coronation Insurance Plc recently hosted a webinar to demystify third-party motor insurance. The session brought together key industry experts, including Uko O. Uko, CRC Unit Commander at the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Charles Oghiabu, Head of Retail Claims at Coronation Insurance Plc, Mary-Anne Momoh-Ige, Government Relations Specialist at inDrive Africa, and […]
Why Cybersecurity is important to Nigeria’s Startups, SMEs
In an era where digital innovation drives economic growth, cybersecurity has become a fundamental concern for startups and small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Nigeria.
Waiting for Tomorrow: Reflections on My Country, Nigeria
By Esther OnyegbulaSylvester Asoya’s Waiting for Tomorrow is a compelling and thought-provoking narrative that critically examines Nigeria’s sociopolitical landscape. The 283-page book is a mix of personal reflection, political analysis, and historical commentary that explores Nigeria’s long-standing issues of leadership failure, systemic dysfunction, and the urgent need for reform. At its core, the book argues […]
