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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.

We’ll Show Nigerians Why We Borrow–Finance Minister

October 18, 2019 0

Malpass, Ahmed and other Panelists on Borrowing and Transparency

**Senator Says Debts Okay For Development Tayo Olanipekun, Washington DC The government is willing to show to Nigerians what projects its various debts are tied to as details of these are not currently in the public domain, the Finance Minister, Zainab Ahmed, has said. She made this known on Thursday at a panel discussion during the World Bank/IMF ongoing Annual …

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.

Ambode: SEC Approved Purchase Of 820 Buses, Says Ex-Lagos Acct-General

October 18, 2019 0

Former Lagos State Commissioner for Economic Planning and Budget, Olusegun Banjo and his Energy and Mineral Resources counterpart, Mr. Olawale Oluwo have denied that they indicted former governor, Akinwunmi Ambode, before an ad-hoc committee of the Assembly.

Over 1,000 Passports Awaiting Collection in New York, Says Nigeria’s Consul General

October 18, 2019 0

Amb. Benaoyagha Okoyen, Nigeria’s Consul General in New York, has said that more than 1,000 E-Passports have been produced and are awaiting applicants’ collection.