Nigeria can’t scale $1trn economy on shaky terrain of weak governance — Shettima
By Nkiruka Nnorom LAGOS—Vice President Kashim Shettima has said Nigeria cannot achieve its $1 trillion economy target on the shaky terrain of weak compliance, regulatory laxity and ethical ambivalence, declaring that only a bedrock of flawless corporate governance could sustain the nation’s economic ambition. Speaking at the 3rd National Corporate Governance Summit organised by the […]
Sahara Group calls for new thinking on energy, investment, journalism at Asharami Square 3.0
Sahara Group has called for a fundamental rethinking of how Africa approaches energy transition, infrastructure financing and energy journalism, urging stakeholders to embrace solutions that reflect the continent’s realities while building the partnerships, institutions and investments required for long-term development.
Abam monarchs reaffirm support for Otti, disown alleged anti-government remarks
By Steve Oko UMUAHIA — Traditional rulers in Abam Clan of Arochukwu Local Government Area of Abia State have reaffirmed their support for Governor Alex Otti’s administration, distancing themselves from what they described as unauthorised statements allegedly made against the governor and some of his appointees from the area. The monarchs, known as Ndi Eze […]
Wabara, Emuchay, COSEYL applaud Remi Tinubu’s N2bn intervention to revive Akwete Textile Industry
By Steve Oko UMUAHIA — Former President of the Senate, Senator Adolphus Wabara, former Nigerian High Commissioner to South Africa, Ambassador Okey Emuchay, and the Coalition of South East Youth Leaders (COSEYL) have commended Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, for her visit to Akwete in Ukwa East Local Government Area of Abia State and […]
Remi Tinubu unveils N2bn intervention to revive Akwete Textile Industry
…Urges Nigerians to Embrace Indigenous Fabric By Steve Oko UMUAHIA — Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has unveiled a N2 billion intervention fund to revive the Akwete weaving industry in Abia State, pledging support for the establishment of a modern production and research hub to preserve the centuries-old textile heritage. Mrs Tinubu announced the […]
Students are not instruments for settling scores, NAOSS president warns politicians
By Adesina Wahab Students are not instruments for settling political scores or securing cheap publicity and politicians should therefore avoid dragging them into their political disputes and controversies, the National President of the National Association of Ogun State Students, NAOSS, Aare Oluwafemi Ajayi, has said. Ajayi, in a statement on Wednesday, also noted that the […]
