Lagos Nigeria: July 09, 2019:Our attention has been drawn to a video currently trending online showing a man stealing a bag from our branch in Admiralty Way, Lekki. This unfortunate incident occurred on Monday, July 08, 2019. As a responsible corporate citizen, we are working closely with men and officers of …
Read More »JUST IN: Buhari asks Senate to confirm Muhammad as CJN, seeks approval for 15 special advisers
President Muhammadu Buhari on Thursday forwarded the name of the acting Chief Justice of Nigeria, Ibrahim Tanko Muhammad to the Senate for approval as the substantive CJN. The letter was read at plenary by Senate President, Ahmad Lawan. It read, “In accordance with Section 231 (1) of the constitution of …
Read More »Nigeria’s Debt Grows to N24.947tn in Q1
A marginal increase of N560.009 billion, representing 2.3 per cent rise in the first quarter (Q1) of 2019, has pushed Nigeria’s total public debt, comprising the federal government, states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) debt stocks to N24.947 trillion or $ 81.274 billion as at March 31, 2019, according …
Read More »Ogun to Set up Cattle Ranch Soon, Says Abiodun
Dapo Abiodun Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State Wednesday disclosed that his administration would establish a world- class cattle ranch in the state through the Public Private Partnership (PPP) arrangement. Abiodun said his administration considered the opportunity the agricultural sector brings to the table very important, explaining that agriculture being …
Read More »Cancel RUGA Programme Completely, Ibadan Chief, Group Tell FG
Muhammadu-Buhari A human rights group, International Society for Civil Liberties and the Rule of Law (Intersociety), and a prominent chief in Ibadan land, Oyo State, Dr. Taiye Ayorinde, yesterday called on the federal government to completely cancel its proposed Ruga policy, saying suspending it is nothing but sitting on …
Read More »AFCON 2019: Sports analyst urges Super Eagles to lift trophy
A Sports Analyst, Deji Okeowo, has advised Coach Gernot Rohr and the technical crew to map out strategies that will make the team lift the trophy of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Okeowo gave the advice in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Ota, Ogun, …
Read More »ZENITH BANK INTRODUCES FREE BANKING FOR SENIOR CITIZENS
Zenith Bank Plc has introduced the Zenith Timeless Account, which allows Nigerians aged 55years and above to enjoy free financial services. The Zenith Timeless Account is a product offering targeted at senior citizens (aged 55 years and above), pensioners, potential and existing retirees, that allows them bank for free and …
Read More »Nigeria’s debt profile rises to N24.95tn in two years
NIGERIA’s debt portfolio rose by 2.3 per cent to N24.947 trillion (about $81.274 billion) in the first quarter of the year, the Debt Management Office (DMO) said in a report released on Wednesday. “The Total Public Debt (TPD) grew marginally by 2.30 per cent when compared to the figure of …
Read More »COZA saga: PUNCH appoints new editors
he management of The PUNCH has appointed new editors for its daily and weekend titles following the sack of the former helmsmen. The newspaper on Tuesday, after interviewing about 15 people appointed Ademola Oni as the Daily Editor of The PUNCH to replace Martin Ayankola. Oni was the Sunday Editor …
Read More »First Bank Restates Commitment To Children With Special Needs
First Bank of Nigeria Limited, Nigeria’s leading financial institution has reiterated its commitment to impact the lives of the less privileged and children living with disabilities across the country and in its host communities across the world. The Chief Executive Officer of First Bank, Dr. Adesola Adeduntan, made this pledge …
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