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FCT, ABUJA, NIGERIA – The Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON) has confirmed that all issues between it and Heyden Petroleum Limited have been resolved amicably. In an official statement issued by Jude Nwauzor, Head of Corporate Communications at AMCON, the corporation stated that Heyden Petroleum has shown a strong …

FCT, ABUJA, NIGERIA – Dr. Tunji Alausa, the new Minister of Education, has announced the reversal of the 18-year age requirement for admission into Nigeria’s tertiary institutions. This change aims to provide greater access to higher education for young Nigerians. Speaking at his first Ministerial Press Conference in Abuja on …

…Supporting African SMEs Through Technology, Training LAGOS, NIGERIA – United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, often called Africa’s Global Bank, has once again emphasized its dedication to enhancing its technological investments and training programs. This commitment aims to support the growth of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) across Nigeria and …

…Campaign Council Urges Reforms To Protect Journalists FCT, ABUJA, NIGERIA – The Rejuvenation Campaign Council, the campaign organization supporting Mr. Dele Atunbi for President of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), has called for an urgent review of the Cybercrime Act of 2024. The council argues that changes to the …

FCT, ABUJA, NIGERIA – President Bola Tinubu has announced the death of Nigeria’s Chief of Army Staff, Lt. General Taoreed Abiodun Lagbaja, who died at the age of 56. The news was confirmed in a statement by the President’s spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, on Wednesday, November 6, 2024. According to the …

…Reflecting On Transformative Reforms BENIN, EDO STATE, NIGERIA – Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State expressed pride in his two terms as governor, citing transformative reforms and impactful projects across education, healthcare, economy, infrastructure, and job creation. Obaseki emphasized that these efforts have greatly improved residents’ livelihoods and set Edo …

LAGOS, NIGERIA – NOVEMBER 4, 2024: Access Bank Plc has been named the 2024 Best Digital Award Winner in the Commercial Banks Category at the Digital Jurist Awards, organized by Phillips Consulting (pcl.). In addition to this top honour, the Bank also secured the Best Website Award, achieving an impressive …

LAGOS, NIGERIA – Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals has advised Pinnacle Oil and Gas Limited that deregulation should not be used as a justification for the importation of off-spec petroleum products or the undermining of Nigeria’s national interests. The refinery made this statement in response to remarks by Robert Dickerman, …

Opinion: BY ABIODUN KOMOLAFE The illustrious 42-year reign of Oba (Dr.) Gabriel Adekunle Aromolaran, the 40th Owa Obokun of Ijesaland, has come to a close. As we bid farewell to this venerable monarch, may his soul rest in peace, freed from worldly burdens! May God comfort the people of Ijesaland …

LAGOS, NIGERIA – An unidentified commercial bus driver reportedly set himself, his vehicle, and a Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) officer on fire. The incident occurred during an alleged attempt by the driver to evade arrest for a traffic violation. LASTMA General Manager, Olalekan Bakare-Oki, confirmed the event, stating …