Banks slash loans to manufacturers, traders by N2.1trn

Banks slash loans to manufacturers, traders by N2.1trn

At the backdrop of the challenges confronting the manufacturing sector, including structural bottlenecks, weak consumer demand and high interest rates, banks slashed loans to manufacturers and traders by N2.1 trillion in the first six months of 2025 to N10.946 trillion at the end of June, representing a 16.2 per cent decline from N13.065 trillion at the end of 2024.
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Shettima chairs maiden Hadiza Bala Usman’s Governance Colloquium Tuesday

Shettima chairs maiden Hadiza Bala Usman’s Governance Colloquium Tuesday

Abuja will on Tuesday play host to a high-level convergence of policy thinkers, senior government officials and private sector leaders as Vice President Kashim Shettima chairs the maiden Hadiza Bala Usman Governance Colloquium, organised to mark the 50th birthday of the Special Adviser to the President on Policy and Coordination and Head of the Central Results Delivery Coordination Unit,CRDCU.

NCDMB and Youngrich Heritage Investment Ltd Launch Welding and Fabrication Training for Delta Youths

NCDMB and Youngrich Heritage Investment Ltd Launch Welding and Fabrication Training for Delta Youths

The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) in partnership with Youngrich Heritage Investment Ltd has commenced a one-month training program in welding and fabrication for 30 youths in Delta State. The training, which started today, aims to equip participants with specialized skills in welding and fabrication, enhancing their employability and access to opportunities in […]

Iran: 466 killed, 2,638 detained

Iran: 466 killed, 2,638 detained

Iran has warned it will retaliate if attacked by the US, even as it blamed foreign powers for the ongoing anti-government protest.

NCDMB and Pioki Solutions Partner to Empower Delta Youths in Woodwork Training

NCDMB and Pioki Solutions Partner to Empower Delta Youths in Woodwork Training

The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) has partnered with Pioki Solutions Nig. Ltd to launch a month-long training program in woodwork for 50 Delta youths. The training, which commenced today, aims to equip participants with practical skills in woodwork, enhancing their employability and contribution to the industry. This initiative is part of NCDMB’s […]

Rep. Joseph Bassey sympathizes with victims of Calabar fire incident

Rep. Joseph Bassey sympathizes with victims of Calabar fire incident

The member representing Akpabuyo/Bakassi/Calabar South Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Joseph Bassey, has sympathized with victims of fire incident that occurred on Sunday January 11 in Calabar South. The fire incidents destroyed residential homes and shops at Goldie area in Calabar South. Hon. Bassey, who is the Chairman, House Committee on […]

Lebara Nigeria launches Agent Registration Portal

Lebara Nigeria launches Agent Registration Portal

…builds on digital-first strategy By Adesina Wahab Lebara Nigeria has launched the Agent Registration Portal (ARP), a new digital onboarding platform designed to accelerate the expansion of its retail and point-of-sale (POS) network nationwide. Through the Agent Registration Portal, Lebara aims to create awareness, build trust and credibility within the retail channel, create opportunities for […]

Ogun govt endorses OtaFEST ahead of WBB International Title Fight

Ogun govt endorses OtaFEST ahead of WBB International Title Fight

By Tunde Oso Ogun State has formally endorsed OtaFEST, a fast-rising cultural, sports, and entertainment community festival, as it prepares to host a World Boxing Body (WBB) International Title Fight in Ota, Ado-Odo Ota Local Government Area of Ogun State. This endorsement follows a strategic partnership meeting held on January 9, 2026, at the Ministry […]

Waterlight Save Initiative empowers Youths and Widows across Nigeria

Waterlight Save Initiative empowers Youths and Widows across Nigeria

By Benjamin Njoku Waterlight Save Initiative (WSI), an international non-governmental organization committed to youth empowerment, social inclusion, and sustainable development, has launched a series of empowerment programmes in Lagos and Abuja, focusing on youth in creative industries, underserved communities, and widows.In Lagos, the organization implemented a specialized Youth in Creative Industries Outreach at Yaba College […]

Ovie of Idjerhe Kingdom marks 5th coronation anniversary, 60th birthday

Ovie of Idjerhe Kingdom marks 5th coronation anniversary, 60th birthday

By Paul Olayemi From January 15 to 18, 2026, the ancient Urhobo kingdom will host a four-day celebration marking the fifth coronation anniversary of its monarch, His Royal Majesty, King Obukowho Monday Ovie Whiskey, Udurie I, alongside his Diamond Jubilee birthday. The announcement was made by the Idjerhe Traditional Council, describing the event as a […]