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Education Remains The Beacon Of Hope For Economic Development—Osinbajo

October 19, 2019 0

The Vice President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo has reiterated that one cardinal focus of the present administration is to revitalise the educational sector which is one key economic growth drivers in every thriving economies around the globe.

Lagos Commodities And Futures Exchange To Partner With Ecobank For Seamless Trade Settlement Across Africa

October 19, 2019 0

The Lagos Commodities and Futures Exchange (LCFE) has indicated its readiness to partner with Ecobank to enable the seamless settlement of trades across Africa as it starts trading in a few weeks. The Managing Director of the Exchange, Akin Akeredolu-Ale stated that the Exchange needs a bank that has the required African spread and superior technology like that of Ecobank …

CBN To Go Tough On Banks Over Loan To Deposit Ratio

October 19, 2019 0

The Central Bank of Nigeria said it would sanction banks and their customers over fraudulent deals intended to circumvent the loan to deposit ratio policy.

Ambrose Alli University Honours Gambia President Adama Barrow, Ikazoboh, others, at 22nd Convocation

October 18, 2019 0

The Governing Council of Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, Edo State will on Saturday 19th of October honour five distinguished personalities, with honorary doctorate awards at the 22nd Convocation Ceremony of the University.

Journalists Don’t Like Having Sex, Lawyers Hardest To Please In Bedroom, Research Finds

October 18, 2019 0

Latest research findings have shown that of all the professionals, journalists have been found to be less sexually active, as the majority of them don’t have time for sexual activities, while lawyers are said to be the hardest to be pleased by their spouses in the bedroom when making love.

“The Entrepreneurship Journey Entails Hard Work, Discipline And Sacrifice”, Elumelu Says To Cape Verdean Entrepreneurs

October 18, 2019 0

Speaking at the Youth Konnekt Forum in Cape Verde yesterday, African investor and philanthropist, Tony O. Elumelu, Founder of the Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) and Chairman, United Bank for Africa (UBA), charged entrepreneurs to embrace hard work, discipline and sacrifice on their entrepreneurial journey to success.

Negotiating For A Better Future: Why The Good Or Bad Of Russia’s Presence In Africa Will Rely On The Continent’s Ability To Make Better Deals

October 18, 2019 0

Deal-making is what will shape the future of Russia-Africa relations and will tell whether Russia’s renewed influence in the continent is good or bad for its people By African Energy Chamber Russia’s return to Africa has been the subject of wide media coverage, governmental concerns and civil society reactions in recent weeks, especially as Sochi gears up to host the …

NDIC Showcases Achievement In 30-years

October 18, 2019 0

NDIC Managing Director Alhaji Umaru Ibrahim

It gives me great pleasure to address you on this auspicious occasion of the 30th Anniversary of the Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC). I extend a warm welcome to all invited guests for graciously joining us to celebrate 30 years of the NDIC. Your presence no doubt, confirms your commitment and interest in identifying with the Corporation in its drive to protect depositors and deepen the Stability of the nation’s financial system.

NSE Releases 2018 Sustainability Report

October 18, 2019 0

The Nigerian Stock Exchange has released its 2018 Sustainability Report titled, “Growth, Innovation and Value Creation”.

FG Considers Excise Duty On Soft Drinks

October 18, 2019 0

The Federal Government is considering introducing excise duties on carbonated drinks, according to the Minister of Finance, Budget and National Planning, Mrs Zainab Ahmed.