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SOKOTO – Expressing deep concern over the widespread suffering, insecurity, and poverty in Nigeria, Sultan Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III cautioned that the populace could soon reach a breaking point. Speaking at the 6th executive Northern Traditional Rulers’ Council meeting at Arewa House in Kaduna on Wednesday, February 14, 2024, the …

LAGOS – The United Kingdom’s Secretary of State for Business and Trade, Rt. Hon. Kemi Badenoch, has expressed eagerness for British businesses to invest in Nigeria, particularly in Lagos. Badenoch stated this during a courtesy visit to Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babatunde Sanwo-Olu, on Wednesday, February 14, 2024 at Lagos …

ABEOKUTA – Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has announced a N5 billion intervention fund to support various sectors of the state’s economy, aimed at alleviating the impact of the ongoing economic challenges in the country. Speaking to reporters on Wednesday, February 14, 2024, at the Olusegun Osoba Press Centre …

LAGOS – Ogun State Governor Prince Dapo Abiodun said his administration would continue to leverage technology to improve the economic parameters of the state. He also said that his government, upon realising the importance of technology, was quick to understand the need to develop and leverage digital resources. Prince Abiodun …

ABEOKUTA – Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun said the state has continued to set the pace for sustainable transportation systems with the use of alternative sources of energy. The governor stated this on Tuesday, February 13, 2024, while declaring open the 18th National Council of Transportation conference, holding at …

LAGOS, Nigeria – The Board of Directors of Access Holdings Plc (‘the Company’) deeply regrets to announce the passing of Dr. Herbert Wigwe, CFR, the esteemed Group Chief Executive Officer and former Group Managing Director of its flagship subsidiary – Access Bank Plc (‘the Bank’). Dr. Wigwe, alongside his wife …

ABEOKUTA – The Ogun State Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Security, Hon. Bolu Owotomo has said that the promotion of sustainable agriculture and food security is crucial for the well-being and survival of the nation at large. Owotomo stated this during a retreat organized for the management of the Ministry of …

Opinion: BY OLADIPO OLUWOLE Nigerians, particularly the Yorubas, might be overlooking the true nature of Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu (BAT) amidst the criticism of his eight-month-old presidency. His sincerity as a politician was largely assumed during the lead-up to the 2023 general elections. Tinubu’s significant role in Lagos State’s politics …

Dr. Abbas A. Waziri is a distinguished figure in the realms of academia, finance, and entrepreneurship. Born and raised in Nigeria, Dr. Waziri demonstrated exceptional intellect and determination from a young age. His journey began in the academic sphere, where he pursued his passion for science and economics. Dr. Waziri …

ABEOKUTA – The Ogun State Government will be hosting the 18th edition of the National Council on Transportation from Tuesday, February 13, to Friday, February 16, 2024. The meeting, to be hosted by Governor Dapo Abiodun, will have in attendance Commissioners in charge of Transportation in the 36 states and …