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 […]
Nat’l oil palm policy’ll galvanize industry – Amb Inyang
THE National President, National Palm Produce Association of Nigeria, NPPAN, Amb Alphonsus Inyang, yesterday, asserted that the National Oil Palm Policy and Strategy Roadmap will galvanize the industry and attract investors.
Credit ratings software for customers lending assessment out
By Providence Ayanfeoluwa A Credit Ratings Software aimed at transforming how banks assess customers and creditors before granting loans has been introduced into the Nigeria banking sector by a foremost fintech firm, Fintrak. The Credit Ratings Software is designed to help banks assess the financial health, risk profile, and repayment capacity of customers and corporate […]
Cultural festivals play vital role in preserving traditions, boost tourism – Katung
By Ibrahim Hassan-Wuyo Senator Sunday Marshall Katung representing Kaduna South Senatorial District in the National Assembly, has stressed the importance of preserving cultural heritage, insisting that it’s a valuable resource that through tourism, can nurture national unity, social cohesion and economic growth. Senator Katung spoke at the Khituk Gwong Cultural Festival held at the Gwong […]
Ramadan: Steel Minister, Audu urges Muslims to pray for Nigeria’s peace, prosperity
By Gabriel Ewepu ABUJA – THE Minister of Steel Development, Prince Shuaibu Audu, yesterday, urged Muslim faithful to pray for the peace, unity and progress of Nigeria. In a statement signed by his Special Assistant on Media, Lizzy Okoji, said Audu while felicitating the Muslim ummah on the commencement of this year’s Ramadan, urging them […]
Nigerian scholar seeks to transform car industry, fight climate change
By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA – Nigerian-born researcher Kingsley Amatanweze has unveiled his work on a new type of steel that has the potential to transform the automotive industry and contribute to the fight against climate change. In a statement on Saturday, Amatanweze explained that his research not only enhances vehicle performance but also makes manufacturing […]
Wole Arisekola mourns passing of Sarkin Sasa
Mogaji Wole Arisekola has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Alhaji Haruna Maiyasin Katsina, the Sarkin Sasa Sardaunan Yamma, describing his demise as the end of an era for Nigeria. In a heartfelt tribute, Arisekola described the late Sarkin Sasa as an exceptional leader, a father figure to many, and a statesman who dedicated […]
Rotary Sports Festival begins in Lagos
By Jacob Ajom Hundreds of athletes drawn from Rotary Club Districts from across the country are participating in the 2025 Rotary Sports Festival (ROSEFEST), being hosted by Rotary District 9112, Ikeja. The games featuring 14 sports including Snookers, Scrabble, Chess, Draughts and Ayo Olopon. Others are, Table Tennis, Tennis, Athletics, Swimming and Volleyball, Football. Tug […]
Scrum Day Nigeria addresses business challenges
By Providence Ayanfeoluwa Scrum Day Nigeria is set to address business challenges with a view to achieving a more effective, innovative, and globally competitive Nigerian business landscape. However, the Scrum Day Nigeria – Lagos 2025 conference is scheduled to hold on March 5, 2025, at the Civic Center, Victoria Island, with the theme: “Innovation and […]
NDSF set for success with new facility upgrades
Organisers of the Niger Delta Sports Festival (NDSF) have made reasonable progress in the upgrade of some of the sporting facilities identified for use during the festival. A turning point in the ongoing facelift of the facilities has been the effective deployment of engineers and other support workers. According to the Chairman of the Facility […]
Ramadan: Igbinovia greets Muslims, pledges devt of Ikpoba-Okha community
As Muslims across the world begin the holy month of Ramadan, Hon. Felix Osaze Igbinovia, Member Representative for Ikpoba Okha LGA in EDSOGPADEC, has extended his heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to the Muslim community. In a statement marking the commencement of Ramadan, Hon. Igbinovia described the sacred month as a time of “fasting, reflection, […]
