Nestlé Professional – Improving Food Business in Nigeria
Nestlé Professional – Improving Food Business in Nigeria In the hierarchy of human needs, food is high on the scale of priorities. The business of food is therefore, a very important sector of the economy, with many providers serving those with limited disposable income. It goes without saying that affordability is a major decision factor for consumers. The caterers, food vendors, canteens and ‘bukkas’ who serve this segment, do not always get the support they need to provide nutritious, healthy and affordable meals to their ‘customers.’ N…
Stanbic IBTC Pension Managers Deepens Access To Pension With New Branch
Stanbic IBTC Pension Managers Deepens Access To Pension With New Branch Stanbic IBTC Pension Managers, a subsidiary of Stanbic IBTC Holdings recently opened a new branch as part of its commitment to increasing its customers’ access to excellent pension services in Nigeria. The new branch office is located at 76A Adetokunbo Ademola Street Victoria Island Lagos State. The Pension Fund Administrator noted that the new branch is an additional avenue for the company to serve the pension needs of its current and prospective clients. Olumide Oyeta…
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Pastor charged with impregnating two sisters
Pastor charged with impregnating two sisters The General Overseer of Prayer Tabernacle Ministry at Kamurum Bajju in Kaduna State has been charged to Kafanchan Chief Magistrate Court for allegedly raping two sisters and putting them in the family way. Pastor Enoch Sule was said to have raped one of the sisters after taking her to a mountain and lied to her that the act was inspired by the Holy Spirit. The Court remanded him. An NGO, Salama Sexual Assault Referral Centre, reported the matter to the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC…
JUST IN: Buhari, APC Governors meet
JUST IN: Buhari, APC Governors meet President Muhammadu Buhari on Tuesday held a closed-door meeting with a delegation of Governors from the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. The meeting, which took place inside the President’s office, was brief after which some of the Governors moved over to the office of the Vice President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo. It was not known what the agenda of the meeting was as none of the participants was willing to speak with the waiting reporters. However, it may have centered o…
Amaka ‘evicted’ from BBNaija S7
Amaka ‘evicted’ from BBNaija S7 Big Brother Naija season 7 housemate, Amaka, has been evicted from the show, following a nomination twist in the house on Monday evening. Big Brother had asked all the housemates to nominate two fellow contestants for immediate eviction and Amaka got the highest nominations. Biggie announced Amaka’s eviction to the housemates at the lounge, following their nominations. However, fans noted that the eviction might be fake, because she wasn’t called to the stage for a final talk with the show host, Ebuka Obi-Uchen…
Nigeria will stop petrol import from mid-2023 – Kyari
Nigeria will stop petrol import from mid-2023 – Kyari With the expected completion of the ongoing maintenance of the nation’s refineries and the almost completed Dangote Refinery, Nigeria will no longer import refined products from mid-2023, Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Mele Kyari, has stated. He disclosed this on Tuesday while speaking to State House Correspondents. He also revealed that the NNPC shut pipelines down for inability to meet production cost due to losses. Kyari, who spoke dur…
ICYMI: Read Details As Nigeria Customs Suspend GTBank From Import Duty Collection At Ports
ICYMI: Read Details As Nigeria Customs Suspend GTBank From Import Duty Collection At Ports The Nigeria Customs Service has suspended Guarantee Trust Bank Limited from collection of duties on imported cargoes at Nigerian ports following an order from the National Assembly. The development has led to tons of cargoes being trapped at the port since Monday because freight forwarders could not complete the process of clearing their goods from the port. Confirming development, National Public Relations Officer of Nigeria Customs Service, Deputy Comp…
Two Workers Killed On Kogi Mining Site
Two Workers Killed On Kogi Mining Site Two persons have lost their lives at Ika-Ogboyaga mining site in Ankpa Local Government Area of Kogi State after a portion of the structure suddenly caved in. It was gathered that the incident happened on Saturday, killing two young men identified as Attah and Amodu. An eyewitness said locals who got wind of the incident rushed to the site, removed the victims’ bodies and buried them according to Islamic rites. Kogi State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) confirmed the incide…
ASUU rolls over strike again
ASUU rolls over strike again The Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU, has again, rolled over its ongoing strike. The action of the nation’s public university lecturers’ union, came after its National Executive Council, NEC meeting held in Abuja. The meeting which began late Sunday at the University of Abuja’s headquarters of ASUU, ended early Monday morning with the resolution that the strike be rolled over.
It’s a Taboo to Encroach on Oba’s Land, Benin Palace Chief Warns Community Elders
It’s a Taboo to Encroach on Oba’s Land, Benin Palace Chief Warns Community Elders A chief in the palace of Oba of Benin, and the Ayobahan of Benin Kingdom, Chief Osamede Adun on Sunday, warned some highly placed leaders of Ulegun community in Ikpoba-Okha local government area of Edo state to stop encroaching into land belonging to the Oba of Benin, describing such act as a sacrilege. Reacting to a video that went viral on social media, where an unidentified person was casting aspersions on the Oba for moves to reclaim the land, Chief Adun said…
BACK2SCHOOL: ECOBANK NIGERIA UNVEILS SPECIAL SCHEME ON LOANS AND REMITTANCES
BACK2SCHOOL: ECOBANK NIGERIA UNVEILS SPECIAL SCHEME ON LOANS AND REMITTANCES Ecobank Nigeria has unveiled a special scheme on Back2School loans and remittances for all its customers. Head, Consumer Banking, Ecobank Nigeria, Korede Demola-Adeniyi said the loan offerings have been developed based on the bank’s understanding of the importance of education and to further support customers with the financial freedom they deserve. She stated that as part of the scheme, Ecobank will also be providing Back2School gifts to customers when they …
NEEDS FOR THE CONDUCT OF POPULATION CENSUS IN NIGERIA
NEEDS FOR THE CONDUCT OF POPULATION CENSUS IN NIGERIA In this recent time, the President, Commander in Chief of the Armed Force s, His Excellency, Major General Muhammed Buhari( retd), has said it is a must to have National Census next year which in no doubt will help provide accurate data to facilitate socio- economic, political planning and development amongst others. Since 2006 when the National Population Commission (NPC) in Nigeria conducted the last population census under circumstances described as controversial in some quarters, know…
Labelling Kaduna varsity as ‘quack’, enough reason academic staff pulls out of ASUU – KASU
Labelling Kaduna varsity as ‘quack’, enough reason academic staff pulls out of ASUU – KASU Kaduna State University (KASU) said ASUU’s alleged description of the university staff as “quacks” was enough reason for its academic staff to pull out of the Union. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), reports that the National President of ASUU, Prof. Victor Osodeke, on Aug. 26, was reported to have referred to some state-owned varsities in Nigeria, including KASU as quacks. A statement signed by KASU PRO, Adamu Bargo for the Acting Vice Chancellor in Kad…
ENUGU-PORT HARCOURT EXPRESSWAY: Life near military check-point where kidnappers have turned their haven
ENUGU-PORT HARCOURT EXPRESSWAY: Life near military check-point where kidnappers have turned their haven Port Harcourt expressway considered to be one of the busiest highways in Nigeria has become travellers’ nightmare as it is now a haven for kidnappers. Surprisingly, this business of kidnapping for ransom is thriving in the area despite the numerous military and police checkpoints mounted on the road. With the development, motorists have been avoiding the road, just like some other roads in the South East where gunmen have succeeded in scar…
While Nigerian hospitals lament insufficient personnel, 13,000 leave for UK in one year
While Nigerian hospitals lament insufficient personnel, 13,000 leave for UK in one year While Nigerian hospitals continue to suffer from insufficient doctors and other health personnel, over 13,000 healthcare workers left the country for the UK in the past year. A new report by the UK government showed that the 13,609 Nigerian healthcare workers granted working visas within the period are second only to the 42,966 from India. According to the UK immigration report released Thursday, Nigeria is second only to Indians in the number of visas gran…
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CBN releases $265 million to airlines amid flight suspension threats
CBN releases $265 million to airlines amid flight suspension threats The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) on Friday said it has released $265 million to airlines operating in the country to settle outstanding-trapped funds from ticket sales. In a statement issued by the bank’s corporate communications director, Osita Nwanisobi, it said the CBN governor, Godwin Emefiele, and his team were concerned about the inability of airlines to repatriate their funds from Nigeria and what it portends for the sector and travellers as well as the country in the…
Dele Momodu Hosts Former PDP Presidential Aspirants
Dele Momodu Hosts Former PDP Presidential Aspirants Ovation Media Group Chairman and former Presidential aspirant of the Peoples Democratic Party, Bashorun Dele Momodu, Friday, hosted some former PDP presidential aspirants at his residence in Lagos. Those hosted were Mrs Tari Oliver, Charles Ugwu, Chikwendu Kalu and Mazi Sam Ohuabunwa. Noting that he was “honored to host our first meeting at The Penthouse in Lagos”, Momodu said, “the duty of every responsible party man or woman is to work hard for the victory of your political party.” “This …
Tambuwal promises to support, domesticate Senior Citizens Act
Tambuwal promises to support, domesticate Senior Citizens Act Gov. Aminu Tambuwal of Sokoto State has assured of maximum support towards the domestication of the National Senior Citizens Centre (NSCC) Act and the implementation of policies on ageing for older persons in the state. Tambuwal stated this when he received the Director-General of the National Senior Citizens Centre (NSCC), Dr Emem Omokaro, and the management team on a courtesy visit on Friday. The governor, who was represented by Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Mr Mainasar…
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Incarceration: I Feel Sorry For You, Inibehe Effiong Tells Akwa Ibom CJ
Incarceration: I Feel Sorry For You, Inibehe Effiong Tells Akwa Ibom CJ Lawyer and human rights activist, Inibehe Effiong, has reacted to his one-month incarceration at the Uyo Custodial Centre in Akwa Ibom State, saying he feel sorry for those who thought they can break his spirit by incarcerating him. Effiong, who took to his verified Twitter handle shortly after his release from prison on Friday, having served the one-month jail term as ordered by the Chief Judge of Akwa Ibom State, Justice Ekaette Obot, said he was back stronger and more…
JUST-IN: NBC Suspends Shutdown Of Debtor Broadcast Stations
JUST-IN: NBC Suspends Shutdown Of Debtor Broadcast Stations The National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) has temporarily suspended the shutdown of debtor broadcast stations. It was reported that the NBC had earlier on Friday, August 19, 2022, issued a shutdown notice to licensees that were indebted to the Commission to the tune of N2.6 billion. Following the ultimatum, the director general of NBC, Balarabe Shehu Ilelah, this Friday in Abuja, said the Commission has received positive responses from the debtor Licensees, including big players in t…
Ondo Govt Elevates Monarchs, Orders Arrest Of 2
Ondo Govt Elevates Monarchs, Orders Arrest Of 2 The Ondo State Executive Council has upgraded some traditional rulers across the state to different grades, but however ordered the arrest of two others over what it referred to as unlawful coronation. Briefing journalists shortly after the weekly State Executive Council meeting on Wednesday, the Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Mrs. Bamidele Ademola-Olateju disclosed that the Council equally resolved and regularised disputed stools in the state. Some of the Obas upgraded from grade …
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