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N120 Million Prize Announced for Wema Bank’s Hackaholics

NewsDeskNgDec 14, 2025December 14, 20250

Wema Bank has announced a N120 million prize pool for the Hackaholics 6.0 Grand Finale following the emergence of 35 teams from regional pitch sessions that recorded 1,460 participants across seven cities in Nigeria. Announcing the prize structure, MD/CEO Wema Bank, Moruf Oseni, disclosed that the N120 million will be awarded...

Ports Revamp: Ex-Lawmaker Backs Warri, Koko Projects

NewsDeskNgDec 14, 2025December 14, 20250

Former Delta State House of Assembly member and Executive Assistant to the Governor on Political Matters, Hon. Misan Ukubeyinje, has thrown his weight behind Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s recent call for the urgent revamp and reactivation of the Warri Port, describing it as a bold and timely intervention in the interest of the...

Grace Ike makes strong case for journalists’ housing at Africa Housing Awards 2025

NewsDeskNgDec 13, 2025December 13, 20250

*Calls for Journalists’ Village to be realised by 2026,*Seeks stronger partnership with housing and mortgage institutions The Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Council, Comrade Grace Ike, has renewed calls for deliberate and sustainable housing solutions for media professionals, urging government and industry stakeholders...

Peace Corps Slams EFCC for ‘Bad Faith’ in Contract Dispute

NewsDeskNgDec 12, 2025December 12, 20250

The Peace Corps of Nigeria (PCN) has accused the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) of acting in bad faith in the arraignment of its National Commandant, Dr. Dickson Akoh, and Director of Finance, Mrs. Omolola Aminat Ahmed, over civil contractual transactions. The controversy surrounds contract No: 101/PCN50 for producing...

NSCDC’s Unwavering Commitment to Excellence: CG NSCDC Professor Ahmed Abubakar Audi Reinforces VIP Protection with Specialized Tactical Training

NewsDeskNgDec 12, 2025December 12, 20250

By Gambo Jagindi In response to President Bola Tinubu’s directive to withdraw police officers from VIP protection duties and redeploy them to core policing, the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) is stepping up to the challenge. Under the leadership of Commandant General (CG) Professor Ahmed Abubakar Audi, the...

LCCI panel sets new strategy priorities

NewsDeskNgDec 12, 2025December 12, 20250

Strategy advisory committee of Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has outlined priority policies, emerging risks and new strategic pillars to strengthen advocacy and value creation. Committee Chairman, Mr Olaniyi Yusuf, disclosed this on Thursday in Lagos during a draft blueprint presentation for 2026–2027. The document was presented to...

Guinea Insurance pledges stronger capital base

NewsDeskNgDec 12, 2025December 12, 20250

Guinea Insurance Plc has restated its commitment to strengthening its capital base in line with the Nigerian Insurance Industry Reform Act 2025. The firm said in a statement on Thursday that the step was vital to its long-term growth and future competitiveness. The pledge was made during a courtesy visit...

African Energy Policy Alliance Applauds NUPRC’s Transparent Release of Frontier Exploration Funds

NewsDeskNgDec 11, 2025December 11, 20250

*Hails Komolafe’s Leadership in Strengthening Regulatory Credibility The African Energy Policy Alliance (AEPA) has commended the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) for its transparent handling and timely release of the Frontier Exploration Fund (FEF) to the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited, describing the move as “a model of...

PSC Hiring: 50,000 Police Constable Spots Open

NewsDeskNgDec 11, 2025December 11, 20250

The Police Service Commission (PSC), in collaboration with the Nigeria Police Force (NPF), has announced the commencement of the recruitment of 50,000 police constables into the Nigeria Police Force, following the directive of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.The recruitment exercise is aimed at boosting community policing, improving internal security, and increasing...

Why NSCDC Is Strategically Positioned to Take Over VIP Protection from the Nigeria Police

NewsDeskNgDec 11, 2025December 11, 20250

By Sunny Attah The ongoing debate over whether the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) should assume responsibility for VIP protection from the Nigeria Police Force is both timely and necessary. As Nigeria reassesses its security architecture amid evolving internal threats, it becomes crucial to allocate institutional responsibilities in...