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education
Students’ Loan:Caleb Group of Schools Founder Applauds President Tinubu
Lagos, April 20, 2024 – Dr. Oladega Adebogun, the Proprietor/CEO of Caleb Group of Schools and Founder/Visitor to Caleb University, Lagos, has expressed admiration for President Bola Tinubu’s presidency, citing his multifaceted achievements since assuming office as the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Nigeria. Adebogun, a Harvard scholar and distinguished educationist, praised President Tinubu’s recent enactment of…
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Defence
Nigerian Contingent 1 Successfully Completes Peacekeeping Tour Of Duty In South Sudan
ABYEI, SOUTH SUDAN The Nigerian Contingent 1 (NIGCON 1) within the United Nations Interim Security Force for Abyei (UNISFA) in South Sudan, under the leadership of Col. Esidiong Nkereuwem, has successfully concluded its one-year tour of duty and returned to Nigeria. The handover of responsibilities to NIGCON 2, led by Lt. Col. Johnson Apir, marked the completion of the rotation…
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Arts & Culture
Margaret Omolara Sekumade Commemorates Significant 60th Birthday in Grand Style
Marking a significant milestone in her life, Margaret Omolara Sekumade celebrated her 60th birthday with a distinguished Thanksgiving service attended by a plethora of esteemed guests from various spheres of society. The opulent affair took place at the esteemed Elite Banqueting Suite in Slough, United Kingdom, resonating with the essence of the occasion. The event, held on the evening of…
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OIL&GAS
NNPC Ltd Urges Deeper Collaboration Among Upstream Operators to Overcome Industry Challenges
ABUJA – The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) has emphasised the need for enhanced cooperation among upstream operators, particularly independent producers, to address the hurdles impeding the effective development of divested assets within the nation’s oil and gas industry. Mrs. Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan, the Executive Vice President, Upstream at NNPC Ltd., conveyed this message on Wednesday during a panel…
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OIL&GAS
NNPC Ltd and OPEC Pledge Collaboration to Boost Nigerian Oil Industry
ABUJA – The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) and the Organisation of the Oil Exporting Countries (OPEC) have vowed to collaborate closely to realise the nation’s goals of attracting investments and enhancing production. The agreement was reached during a courtesy visit by OPEC Secretary General Haitham al-Ghais to Mr. Mele Kyari, the Group Chief Executive Officer of NNPC…
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OIL&GAS
NNPC Ltd Assures Facilitative Role in Oil Company Divestment
Abuja: The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd), the largest partner to all oil-producing companies in Nigeria, has assured that its role in the divestment of international oil companies from onshore and shallow water assets in the country is that of a facilitator and not an obstacle. Speaking at the opening ceremony of the 7th edition of the Nigerian…
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NEWS
March 4 – 10, 2024: Memorial Events Planned to Honour Herbert Wigwe and Family
Plans are underway to pay tribute to the life and legacy of Herbert Wigwe, CEO of Access Holdings Plc, his wife, and son, who tragically lost their lives in a recent helicopter crash in the United States. The schedule obtained by BusinessDay outlines some events, including ceremonies and services, spanning from March 4 to March 10, 2024. Details: March 4:…
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Nigeria
Tinubu Appoints Kemi Nandap as Immigration Comptroller-General
Abuja, February 21, 2024: President Bola Tinubu has greenlit the appointment of Deputy Comptroller-General Kemi Nanna Nandap as the new Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), effective March 1, 2024. DCG Nandap assumes the role, succeeding Mrs. Caroline Wura-Ola Adepoju, whose tenure concludes on February 29, 2024. Prior to her elevation as Comptroller-General, Nandap served as the Deputy Comptroller-General…
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Defence
DSS Urges Labour to Halt Planned Protests, Emphasizes Dialogue for Peace
Abuja, February 21, 2024: The Department of State Services (DSS) has issued a statement regarding the anticipated protests by sections of organised labour scheduled to take place between February 27th and 28th, 2024, across various parts of Nigeria. While acknowledging the rights of the labour movement to engage in peaceful protests, the DSS urges them to reconsider their plans in…
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Energy & Environment
NNPC Ltd/TotalEnergies Joint Venture Achieves Zero Routine Gas Flare
Port Harcourt, February 15, 2024 – In a significant stride towards fulfilling Nigeria’s commitments under the Paris Accord, the NNPC Ltd./TotalEnergies Joint Venture has achieved zero routine gas flare across all its assets, marking a major milestone in the nation’s efforts to combat climate change. The announcement was made on Thursday during an inspection tour of OML 100 in the…
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Energy & Environment
Nigeria Grapples with Soaring Fuel Prices and Transport Disruption
Lagos, February 15, 2024 – As Nigeria battles soaring fuel prices and disruptions in the transportation sector, the country finds itself embroiled in a subsidy quagmire, with government denials clashing against mounting evidence of financial burdens and industry unrest. Despite official claims to the contrary, Nigeria is reportedly shelling out approximately N907.5 billion monthly in subsidies for premium motor spirit…
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Sports
Gov. Mutfwang cheers up super eagles ahead of AFCON finals
Jos, Feb. 11, 2024 (NAN): Gov. Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau has cheered up the Super Eagles of Nigeria ahead of the finals for the 2024 African Cup of Nations (AFCON) slated for this evening. This is contained in a statement by Mr. Gyang Bere, the Director of Press and Public Affairs (DOPPA), to the governor on Sunday in Jos. The…
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football
Nigeria Secures Final Spot in AFCON 2023 After Dramatic Victory Over South Africa
BOUAKE, COTE D’IVOIRE: In a nail-biting match that kept fans on the edge of their seats, the Nigerian national football team, commonly known as the Super Eagles, clinched a stunning victory against South Africa’s Bafana Bafana on Wednesday night, February 7, 2024, to advance to the final of the ongoing 2023 African Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Cote d’Ivoire. In…
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football
Lagos Govt Sets Up Mega Viewing Centre for Super Eagles/Bafana Bafana Match
Lagos, Nigeria In a bid to foster community engagement and celebrate the unifying spirit of football, the Lagos State Government has established a mega viewing centre for the upcoming Super Eagles/Bafana Bafana match on Wednesday, February 7. The iconic Onikan Stadium, now Mobolaji Johnson Arena, has been designated as the Mega Viewing Centre for the highly anticipated clash, kicking off…
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Business
Duegi publishing house opens in Abano Terme old railways station
Abano Terme, Italy On Saturday, January 27th, 2024, a momentous occasion unfolded as the new offices of the Duegi Editrice publishing house were inaugurated within the historic confines of the old railway station in Abano Terme, located in the province of Padua, Italy. Founded in 1987 by Gianfranco Berto, Duegi Editrice has established itself as a leader in rail transport-related…
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Defence
Intelligence Agencies Dispel Allegations Against Northern Senators
February 6, 2024: Top officers from various intelligence services in the country have revealed attempts by certain individuals to sow discord between Northern Senators in the 10th National Assembly (NASS) and the public. Speaking anonymously to PRNigeria, these officers disclosed that the agenda of these “unscrupulous elements” also includes inciting friction among the nation’s security agencies. Their comments came in…
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Africa
Namibian President Hage Geingob Passes Away at 82
Windhoek, Namibia, February 4, 2024: Namibia mourns the loss of its President, Hage Geingob, who passed away at the age of 82 on Sunday, according to an official statement from his office. The announcement comes less than three weeks after it was revealed that Geingob would undergo treatment for cancer. Geingob breathed his last at Lady Pohamba Hospital in the…
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