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Adesina driving connected devt across Africa: Showcasing Africa as investors’ haven

NewsDeskNgNov 22, 2023November 22, 20230

By Omoba Kenneth Aigbegbele The just-concluded Africa Investment Forum (AIF): Africa’s Investment Market Place with the theme, “Unlocking Africa’s Value Chains,” took place between November 8 and 10, 2023, at Marrakesh, Morocco. AIF is an arm of the Africa Development Bank (AfDB). The event which was under the high patronage...

10th Senate: Nigeria to enjoy dividends of democracy under Akpabio’s leadership, says Dr Mike Uyi

NewsDeskNgNov 22, 2023November 22, 20230

By Augustine Aminu Global Peace Movement International, UK on Wednesday expressed satisfaction with the legislative agenda of 10th Senate President, Senator Godswill Akpabio. The group noted that they have carefully followed Akpabio’s style of leadership and have been satisfied with his performance his the inauguration of the 10th Senate especially...

Dangote a significant agriculture sector contributor—NAFN

NewsDeskNgNov 22, 2023November 22, 20230

…Sponsors Agric Show The National Agricultural Foundation of Nigeria (NAFN) has described the Dangote Group as one of the major contributors to the development of agricultural sector in the country. Speaking at the opening ceremony of the 2023 National Agricultural Show, the National Coordinator of the NAFN, Dr Samuel Negedu,...

Court Judgements: Between Gagdi and Muftwang: Who Wants Our Democracy Dead ?

NewsDeskNgNov 21, 2023November 21, 20230

By James Pam In a democratic society, the rule of law is the bedrock upon which the system thrives. It ensures fairness, justice, and equal opportunity for all citizens. However, recent events surrounding the judgments between Yusuf Gagdi and Caleb Mutfwang have raised concerns about the integrity of our democracy....

Defence Chief not dead – DHQ

NewsDeskNgNov 21, 2023November 21, 20230

Nigeria’s Defence Headquarters has dismissed the publication of an online platform alleging that the Chief of Defence Staff, CDS General Christopher Musa has passed away. Reacting in a statement on Tuesday, Bridgadier General Tukur Gusau, Director, Defence Information, said the publication which alleged that the CDS passed away on Monday,...

10th Assembly’s People’s House For All

NewsDeskNgNov 21, 2023November 21, 20230

By Philip Agbese The Honourable Speaker of the House of Representatives is an audacious man. Those who know him would attest to his brilliance and clarity of thought. This much he has exhibited since the inauguration of the 10th Assembly by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. He has set an audacious...

Judiciary capture: Will the Supreme Court also fall prey to moneybags?

NewsDeskNgNov 21, 2023November 21, 20230

By Jonathan Archibong Stories about the capture of the Nigerian Judiciary by the executive arm of government which allegedly armtwists it to deliver judgment as it suits it, have never been louder. Under the immediate past administration, even though many Nigerians struggled to exist, due to hardship, something that has...

Obi’s campaign director, Yesufu knocks Alex Otti for lavishing N927m on refreshments, others

NewsDeskNgNov 21, 2023November 21, 20230

A human rights activist and presidential campaign director of the Laboured Party in 2023 election, Aisha Yesufu has knocked Governor Alex Otti of Abia state over huge amount his government claimed it spent within three months on refreshments, meals, settlement of honorarium, allowances, and welfare packages. Yesufu warned that business...

Keystone Bank: Promoting financial inclusion through empowerment of SMEs in Nigeria

NewsDeskNgNov 21, 2023November 21, 20230

Globally, access to finance is a critical success factor in the growth and development of micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs). Financial inclusion on the other hand is the availability and equality of opportunities to access financial services. It helps individuals and businesses to access useful and affordable financial products...

Appeal Court Dismisses Uba, PDP’s Appeal against Benue Gov, Deputy

NewsDeskNgNov 21, 2023November 21, 20230

The Court of Appeal in Abuja, has dismissed an appeal brought before it by the Governorship candidate of the People’s Democratic Party PDP Titus Uba challenging the election of Hyacinth Alia as the elected Governor of Benue State. The Appellate Court in a unanimous judgment on Monday resolved all the...