Emirates has launched an inspiring journey to officially become the world’s first Autism Certified Airline™, inviting customers with autism and sensory sensitivities to experience Emirates’ seamless services and personalized hospitality, making travel more accessible for all. The inaugural designation is set to be formally awarded by the International Board of Credentialing and …
Read More »Deji Adeyanju Asks Police Inspector-General To Stop Enforcement Of ‘Illegal’ Third-Party Vehicle Insurance Or Face Court Action
In his petition, Adeyanju argued that the move is not only unpopular but also lacks legal backing under the Police Act, which governs the operations of the Nigerian Police Force. Nigerian human rights lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, has petitioned the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, calling for the immediate suspension of …
Read More »Trump to meet Putin immediately after assuming office
U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has said that both he and Russian President Vladimir Putin would like to meet as soon as he takes office. “And I know he (Putin) wants to meet, and I’m going to meet him very quickly. “I would have done it sooner ,but you have to …
Read More »NGX weekly: Investors gain N1.137trn as Wema, FBN, Universal lead
The Nigerian Exchange Ltd. (NGX) All-Share Index and Market Capitalisation appreciated by 1.80 per cent each, to close the week at 105,451.06 and N64.303 trillion respectively. Theses are against 103,586.33 and 63.166 trillion posted last week. Consequently, equity investors gained a total of N1.137 trillion for the week under review. …
Read More »British Council Hosts Transformative Going Global Africa Conference in Abuja
The British Council, a UK-based organization dedicated to fostering cultural relations and educational opportunities, proudly hosted the Going Global Africa Conference 2024 from November 26 to 28 at the Transcorp Hilton Hotel in Abuja. This landmark event, held under the theme “Building Sustainable and Relevant Tertiary Education Institutions and Systems …
Read More »Investigative journalist Fisayo Soyombo, Nigeria Customs Boss And Us
Fisayo Soyombo, founder of the Foundation for Investigative Journalism (FIJ), took on the Nigeria Customs Service, determined to expose the hidden truths and blurred lines within the institution. Despite being threatened with hefty lawsuits, Soyombo stood firm, armed with secret recordings of audio, video, and images. When FiSayo Soyombo received …
Read More »Minimum wage will be reviewed in less than two years — Minister
FacebookTwitterWhatsAppLinkedInMessengerTelegramPinterestRedditTumblrEmailShare The Minister of State for Labour and Employment, Nkeiruka Onyejeocha, has said that the new minimum wage will be reviewed in less than two years from now. She spoke on Thursday in Umuahia, the Abia State capital, when she addressed newsmen after a meeting with labour leaders. Onyejeocha said …
Read More »PDP No Longer Present In Ohafia, Ex-Deputy Speaker Boasts
The immediate past deputy speaker of the Abia State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon Ifeanyi Uchendu has claimed that PDP is no longer present in the Ohafia Local Government of the State. Uchendu, in a Facebook post on Friday, said he has successfully convinced all former PDP members to join …
Read More »100-Level Student, Boyfriend Caught In N2m Kidnap Scam
The Delta State Police Command has received the case of a false kidnap perpetrated by two lovers, aimed to extort ransom from the family of the female partner. Parading the suspects after their arrest, the spokesperson of the command, SP Bright Edafe, in recorded footage shared via X, revealed that …
Read More »World Bank Raises $6bn To Reduce Global Poverty
The Sustainable Development Bond raised $6bn from investors seeking a high-quality liquid investment that supports the World Bank’s work to end extreme poverty and boost prosperity on a livable planet. With more than 180 investor orders, the transaction attracted the highest demand for any World Bank bond, primarily driven by …
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