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Fastlink Team Pays Appreciation Visit to Ijebu Business School
The management of Fastlink Phones and Gadgets paid a courtesy and appreciation visit to Ijebu Business School, expressing gratitude for the institution's contributions to business growth across Ijebuland.
Jet Wave Logistics Set for Ijebu-Ode Launch, Announces Strategic Partnerships with Three Local Businesses
Ahead of its official launch on August 1, Jet Wave Logistics has unveiled partnerships with three established businesses in Ijebu-Ode, signalling its ambition to build a strong local network from day one.
Dangote to Donate One-Third of Wealth to Charity as Part of Succession Plan - Daughter
Africa's richest man, Aliko Dangote, will donate one-third of his fortune to charity as part of a long-term succession plan, according to his daughter, Halima Dangote.
Iya Adam Expands Beyond Amala, Unveils New Ultra-Modern Restaurant in Ijebu-Ode
What began as a beloved local Amala spot has entered a new chapter. Iya Adam has officially opened its newly upgraded restaurant in Ijebu-Ode, introducing a modern dining experience that combines traditional Nigerian delicacies with an expanded menu of intercontinental cuisine.
Oyinlola Okoya Graduates from University of Leicester, Celebrates Milestone with Family
Oyinlola Okoya, a Junior Director at Eleganza Group and daughter of Dr. Shade Okoya and Chief Razak Okoya, has graduated from the University of Leicester with a degree in Business Management and Marketing.
OPay to Introduce News Charge on Transfers Above ₦10,000 (See Why)
Popular fintech company, OPay, has notified its users that a one-time fee of ₦50 will be applied to electronic transfers exceeding ₦10,000 starting from Monday, September 9, 2024. This charge, known as the Electronic Money Transfer Levy (EMTL), is in compliance with the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) regulations. In a message sent to customers […]
BusinessStocks rally to new record highs on strong jobs data and Pfizer Covid pill news
A wonderful world with with my whole heart. I am alone, and feel the charm of existence in this spot, which was created for the bliss of souls like mine. I am so happy, my dear friend, so absorbed in the exquisite sense of mere tranquil existence, that I neglect my talents. I should be […]
BusinessJudge rules against Blue Origin in standoff with SpaceX, NASA court
A wonderful world with with my whole heart. I am alone, and feel the charm of existence in this spot, which was created for the bliss of souls like mine. I am so happy, my dear friend, so absorbed in the exquisite sense of mere tranquil existence, that I neglect my talents. I should be […]
BusinessJudge rules against Blue Origin in standoff with SpaceX, NASA court
A wonderful world with with my whole heart. I am alone, and feel the charm of existence in this spot, which was created for the bliss of souls like mine. I am so happy, my dear friend, so absorbed in the exquisite sense of mere tranquil existence, that I neglect my talents. I should be […]
BusinessWant a better paying job? You need to figure out how much you really make
A wonderful world with with my whole heart. I am alone, and feel the charm of existence in this spot, which was created for the bliss of souls like mine. I am so happy, my dear friend, so absorbed in the exquisite sense of mere tranquil existence, that I neglect my talents. I should be […]
World economy: Another Chinese real estate developer is in serious trouble
A wonderful world with with my whole heart. I am alone, and feel the charm of existence in this spot, which was created for the bliss of souls like mine. I am so happy, my dear friend, so absorbed in the exquisite sense of mere tranquil existence, that I neglect my talents. I should be […]
BusinessBuying a home? A 30-year mortgage may not be your best option
A wonderful world with with my whole heart. I am alone, and feel the charm of existence in this spot, which was created for the bliss of souls like mine. I am so happy, my dear friend, so absorbed in the exquisite sense of mere tranquil existence, that I neglect my talents. I should be […]
Hunger ravages Nigerian as consumable cereals record 253%, 51% price jump
Farmers decry worsening insecurity, FG promises interventionThe cost of food items in Nigeria has been recording significant increases in the past one year. A survey carried out by our correspondents in markets across Lagos, Ogun and Federal Capital Territory showed that staple food commodities have witnessed astronomical price hikes. Findings showed that within a one-year […]
BusinessQuality Control, Solution to Building Collapse – BSTAN GROUP
Kenny Folarin, Abuja The President, BSTAN GROUP, Dr. Becky Olubukola has identified Quality Control as a panacea to reduce the incidences of Building Collapse in the country. Olubukola while speaking in Abuja on Friday at the signing of four new brand Ambassadors for BSTAN GROUP noted that quality control, regulations and right orientation for the […]
CBN’s decision on Naira to unlock $1.5 bln loan from IMF
In the last five years, Naira has been officially depreciated more than 92% from N197 to a United States dollar in 2015 to N379 as of April but then scrapped and replaced by NAFEX rate priced at N410.25. CBN will continue to drive the Naira-for-Dollar scheme to foster the inflow of dollar from abroad Nigeria’s […]
CBN needs bankable policy to reduce Nigeria’s $1.5 billion import bill on Wheat
Nigeria boasts of 34 million hectares of arable land area, with about 6.5 million hectares for permanent crops. Little wonder, Agriculture serves as the country’s main driver of the economy after oil. But despite the goodies in the sector, the country imported wheat worth N2.2 trillion in the last four years. According to data from […]
Africa & WorldAmong 20 Companies Behind World Environmental Pollution, One Operates in Nigeria
In 2019, more than 130 million metric tons of single-use plastics were thrown away, with most of that waste burned, buried in a landfill or dumped directly into the ocean or onto land. Now, a new report finds that just 20 companies account for more than half of all single-use plastic waste generated worldwide. One […]
BusinessShell in-talks with Nigerian govt to sell stakes in Niger Delta’s oilfields
Royal Dutch Shell is in talks with the Nigerian government to sell the Anglo-Dutch company’s stake in onshore oilfields, CEO Ben van Beurden said on Tuesday. Shell, the operator of the West African country’s onshore oil and gas joint venture SPDC, has struggled for years with spills in the Niger Delta as a result of […]
Africa & WorldWorld’s third Climate Clock arrives in South Korea
Herald Corp. installs Climate Clock on roof of Seoul headquarters to raise awareness about climate crisis… At a glance, the series of numbers — six years, 235 days, six hours, four minutes and 55 seconds — makes little sense. But they are arguably the most important numbers for humanity. They represent the time we have […]
BusinessU.S. Announces Priority Appointments for Student Visa Applicants
The U.S. Mission will prioritize student visa applicants and ensure Nigerian students resuming this Fall get visa interview appointments well in advance of their program start date. U.S. Mission Country Consular Coordinator Susan Tuller announced on Friday that the Embassy in Abuja and Consulate General in Lagos will make every effort to assist student visa […]
Nigeria’s external debt grows by 411% in 8 years — ActionAid
Study commissioned by ActionAid Nigeria has revealed that the country’s external debt stock increased by 410.9 per cent between 2012 and 2020, with the highest year-on-year growth recorded in 2017 at 65.82 per cent, followed by 35.16 per cent growth in 2013 and 33.63 per cent in 2018. “The states and FCT external debt stock […]
OCP Africa, NISS move to solving 75% of Acidic Soils in Nigeria
OCP Africa and the Nigeria Institute of Soil Science (NISS) on Wednesday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to solve issues of 75% acidic soils which are problematic to agriculture produce in Nigeria. The Registrar/CEO, Nigeria Institute of Soil Science, Prof. Victor Chude while speaking in Abuja at the Inception Workshop on Management of Problematic […]