PRESIDENT Bola Tinubu has reiterated his administration’s commitment to promoting the growth of Micro Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) in the country. Tinubu who made the expression at the 8th Expanded National MSME Clinic in Calabar on Wednesday, said that Nigerians had no reason to be poor. Represented by Vice …
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THE Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has condemned the treatment of Ms Comfort Emmanson aboard Ibom Air, describing it as reckless, unlawful and a grave violation of her right to dignity. This is contained in a statement signed by the NBA President, Mr Afam Osigwe (SAN) and the General Secretary, Dr …
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THE Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Mr Adegboyega Oyetola, has restated the Federal Government’ commitment in making Baro River Port in Niger State a vibrant inland gateway. Oyetola stated this when he appeared before the House of Representatives Ad-Hoc Committee on Stakeholders’ Engagement on the Challenges and Prospects of …
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The President Bola Tinubu’s Administration prioritises Medium and Small Scale Enterprises (MSMEs) because, beyond being the lifeline of the citizens, they are the pillars upon which the nation’s economy stands. Vice-President Kashim Shettima, disclosed this on Tuesday at the inauguration of the Federal Government’s state-of-the-art Information, Communication and Technology (ICT) …
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The Federal Government, De-Sadel Nigeria Ltd. and China Liancai Petroleum Investment Holdings Limited are set to commence construction of a 4000km high speed rail across six states of the federation. This was disclosed during the presentation of the $60 billion proof-of-funds to Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), …
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Security operatives have arrested the Village Head of Sukutum, in Kankiya Local Government Area of Katsina State for alleged links with bandits. The traditional ruler, whose identity has not been disclosed, was picked up after intelligence reports allegedly connected him to criminal gangs terrorising the region. Sources within the security …
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President Tinubu has appointed Idris Olorunnimbe as the Chairman of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), while Dr Aminu Maida will continue as the Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. The appointments were contained in a statement issued on Tuesday by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser, to the President on Information …
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The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) is taking fresh steps to revitalise its digital currency, the eNaira, as part of wider efforts to build public trust and broaden access to digital financial services. Introduced in October 2021 to drive financial inclusion, the eNaira has seen low adoption — a situation …
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The Federal Government of Nigeria has withdrawn criminal complaints against Ms. Comfort Emmanson, the Ibom Air passenger accused of unruly behaviour, and Fuji musician Wasiu Ayinde, popularly known as KWAM 1, over recent incidents at Nigerian airports. Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, announced the decision in a …
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Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have commenced investigation of one Duru Ikechukwu Damian arrested by the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) for allegedly failing to declare the sum of $59,000. EFCC spokesperson Dele Oyewale, in a statement on Tuesday, disclosed that Damian was intercepted by Customs operatives …
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