President Bola Tinubu has given out another $100,000 (N150m) each to players of the Nigeria Basketball team known as D’Tigress. The coaches and technical crew members were, however, given $50,000 (N75m). The largese is similar to what he gave the Super Falcons in July when they won the 2025[Read More…]
By Diana Tenebe, Chief Operating Officer, Foodstuff Store Vegetables are such a rich source of vitamins, minerals and fiber. They play a vital role in maintaining good health as they are low in calories and fat; contributing to various aspects of well-being, including improved digestion, reduced risk in[Read More…]
Access Bank demonstrated its dedication to youth empowerment and digital innovation by sponsoring the fifth edition of STEM Africa Fest. Held at the Landmark Event Centre, Oniru, Lagos, the event brought together over 3,000 children for a day of immersive learning and creativity, centered around the theme:[Read More…]
The National Association of Nigeria Nurses and Midwives (NANNM) has suspended its seven-day warning strike. The decision followed an agreement reached at a meeting between the Federal Government and the association’s National Executive Council (NEC) on August 1. The suspension notice, made available to newsmen in Abuja on Saturday, was[Read More…]
A Director at the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Ltd (NNPCL), Mr Yusuf Usman, said the company has drilled four oil wells in the Kolmani area of Bauchi State. Usman also restated commitment of the company to the exploration and development of oil and gas resources in the northern[Read More…]
President Bola Tinubu has approved a one-year extension for the Comptroller-General of Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Adewale Adeniyi, whose tenure was due to expire August 31. Presidential Spokesperson, Mr Bayo Onanuga, announced the extension on Thursday in Abuja. According to the statement, the extension will enable Adeniyi to[Read More…]
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) has officially ruled out the sale of the Port Harcourt Refining Company, reaffirming its commitment to completing high-grade rehabilitation and retention of the plant. The Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of NNPC Ltd., Bashir Ojulari, announced this at a company-wide town[Read More…]
FirstBank, the West African premier financial institution and financial inclusion services provider, has emerged as Nigeria’s Best Bank for Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) at the prestigious Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2025, held recently in London. This marks FirstBank’s second consecutive win in the ESG category, affirming its[Read More…]
The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has begun a new phase of delisting companies that have failed to comply with the provisions of the Companies and Allied Matters Act (CAMA), 2020. The commission issued a public notice to this effect on Tuesday in Abuja. According to the notice, the names of[Read More…]
President Bola Tinubu has awarded the Officer of the Order of the Niger (OON) national honour to all 24 players and 11 technical crew members of the victorious Super Falcons. In addition to the honour, the President also announced a cash reward of $100,000 (N150m) each for the players,[Read More…]
