The Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) said the fleet of Arik Air has been grounded over the enforcement of the court judgment of $2.5m owed by the airline to Atlas Petroleum International Ltd. NAMA in a statement on Tuesday said the judgment was enforced by the enforcement department of the …
Read More »Mr. Macaroni blasts those supporting violence for selfish interest
Social activist and comedian Debo Adebayo, also known as Mr. Macaroni, has criticized individuals he believes have forsaken their humanity. He stated that no amount of wealth, power, or influence should be worth sacrificing the freedom of the people. In a post on X (formerly Twitter) on Tuesday, Mr. Macaroni …
Read More »Bobrisky’s release postponed, new date revealed
The anticipated release of Nigerian crossdresser Idris Okuneye, also known as Bobrisky, from prison has been postponed. Fans were expecting him to be home on Monday, July 29, but the date has been extended due to an alleged miscalculation. Bobrisky, who was sentenced to six months in prison on April …
Read More »Protesters to IGP: Give us contact details of senior police officers to protect us
IGP kAYODE Egbetokun The Take it Back Movement has requested the Inspector General of Police to provide the contact details of the senior police officers that he promised will give protection to its members during the nationwide protest slated for August 1 to 10. The IGP, Kayode Egbetokun had in …
Read More »ZENITH BANK SET TO COMMENCE N290 BILLION CAPITAL RAISING EXERCISE THROUGH RIGHTS ISSUE AND PUBLIC OFFER
Zenith Bank Plc is set to raise N290 billion through a combination of a Rights Issue and a Public Offer in compliance with the revised minimum capital requirements for Nigerian commercial banks introduced by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). This announcement was made during the Zenith Bank Rights …
Read More »Excitement as more winners emerge from the Stanbic IBTC Reward4Saving promo Season 3 monthly draw
In another round of Stanbic IBTC Reward4Saving 3.0 promo draws, 70 customers have been rewarded with cash prizes of ₦100,000 each. 10 winners were selected from seven zones during the 10th monthly draw held at the Bank’s head office in Victoria Island, Lagos. The ongoing Reward4Saving Promo has so …
Read More »Stanbic IBTC University Scholarship Programme empowers 200 future leaders
Stanbic IBTC, a member of Standard Bank Group, marked a significant milestone in its pledge to foster Nigeria’s academic talent through its annual University Scholarship Programme. In a vibrant hybrid award ceremony held on Friday, 26 July 2024, the organization celebrated the achievements of 200 young scholars who have demonstrated …
Read More »Transforming Nigeria’s Agri-Food Systems: The Origin Tech Group Story
According to the Food and Agricultural Organisation (FAO), one of Africa’s most pressing agricultural concerns revolves around meeting the nutritional needs of its rapidly expanding population, projected to swell to 398 million by 2050. To satisfy this growing demand for food, agricultural output must escalate accordingly. Nigerians, as a critical …
Read More »The Role of Media Monitoring in Shaping Government Communication Strategies
By: Philip Odiakose In governance, understanding public sentiment and effectively responding to emerging issues are important metrics that determine the success of public administration. The modern media landscape, characterized by the rapid dissemination of information across newspapers, websites, and social media, poses both opportunities and challenges for government officials. This dynamic …
Read More »Court Orders Union Bank of Nigeria to Pay 811m to Court Registrar Over Chargeback Fraud
In a landmark decision, Justice Chukwujekwu Aneke of the Federal High Court in Lagos has mandated Union Bank of Nigeria to immediately remit N811,174,229.25 to the Chief Registrar of the court. This amount represents the principal claim by Shago Payments Limited, a fintech company, against the bank over allegations of …
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