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Banking giant HSBC said Tuesday that pre-tax profit in the third quarter rose 10 per cent year-on-year, citing revenue growth in two divisions. This comes days after the lender announced an organizational overhaul. HSBC said in an earnings release that the rise in pre-tax profit to $8.5 billion reflected a …

The Maitama Police Division in Abuja is currently interrogating Hon. Alexander Ikwechegh, a member of the Abia State House of Representatives, over his alleged assault on Bolt driver Mr. Stephen Abuwatseya following the delivery of a package he requested. Commissioner of Police for the FCT, CP Olatunji Disu, has mandated …

Late Modupe Temitope Oriyomi Ige Dada will forever be remembered as a beacon of selflessness, compassion, and dedication. She lived a life of purpose, both professionally and personally. As a highly accomplished investment banking professional with over two decades of experience, Modupe touched countless lives through her work and her …

The Daily Global Newspaper is pleased to announce the next edition of its prestigious conference series, scheduled to hold on 21 November 2024, by 11am at the Oriental Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos. Themed “Leveraging Science, Technology, and Innovations for Sustainable Infrastructure Transformation,” the event promises to bring together high-profile stakeholders …

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has recovered over N400 billion in various currencies from from looters and fraudsters in the last one year. The feat was achieved under the leadership of Ola Olukoyede, the current Chairman of the Commission. It is one of the largest recoveries from the …

The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has constituted a six-member Committee to address the incessant grid collapses. This was made known in a statement on Tuesday by Bolaji Tunji, Special Adviser, Strategic Communication and Media Relations to the Minister. He said the committee would advise the Federal Government on necessary …

While no official reason was given, Dawakin-Tofa’s message hinted at “recent developments” being the motivation behind this decision even as the message has raised an eyebrow. The Kano State government under Governor Abba Yusuf’s administration has withdrawn accreditation from 14 journalists who were assigned to cover government activities. Sanusi Bature …

The Federal Government has said that it will review the compensation rates on crops and economic trees for landowners affected by projects to ensure fairness and justice. The Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Dangiwa, disclosed this move by the Federal Government on Monday in Abuja. Commercial Playground Equipment …

Former House of Representatives member, Farouk Lawan, has been released from Kuje Prison after serving a five-year sentence for bribery. His release on Tuesday morning was confirmed by the spokesperson for the Nigerian Correctional Service, FCT Command, Samson Duza. “Lawan was released this morning after completing his jail term,” Duza …

Three weeks before the governorship election in Ondo State, the Independent National Electoral Commission assured journalists in the state that their safety during the coverage of the election would be guaranteed. The commission also warned journalists against publishing and spreading fake news before and during the election, which is set …