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The Lagos State governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has said that for the African Sub-region to attain it's rightful position in growth and development, there is the greater need for selflessness to thrive in decision making.
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November, 2023
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30 November
CBN Directs Banks To Issue, Accept Old, Redesigned Naira Banknotes
Following the order of the Supreme Court on Wednesday, November 29, 2023, granting the prayer of the Minister of Justice and Attorney-General of the Federation to extend the use of old Naira banknotes ad infinitum, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has directed all its branches to continue to issue and accept all denominations of Nigerian
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29 November
Gaidam Assures Interpol General Assembly Of Nigeria Commitment To Tackle Crime/Terrorism
The Minister of Police Affairs, Senator Ibrahim Gaidam has conveyed Nigeria's dedication to fostering effective partnerships with member countries to tackle crimes, combating terrorism and maintain global peace as well as commitment to ensuring public safety and upholding the principles of justice
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29 November
Navy Intercepts 187 Bags Of Cannabis Sativa Worth N200M At Lekki, Badagry
In a swift reaction to intelligence reports on suspicious activities of illicit narcotic dealers, Quick Response Team of the ongoing Operation WATER GUARD was deployed, leading to the confiscation of bags suspected to be cannabis sativa concealed in a room in an uncompleted building.
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29 November
Governor Umaru Bago Signs Executive Order On The Niger State Green Economy Initiative
The Executive order which was cited as “the Niger State Green Economy Initiative Order (No.3), 2023 orders that the Green Economy Initiative shall be driven by the State Blueprint that details the strategic pillars and outlines the strategic key performance indicators, targets and timelines of the transition into a green economy.
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29 November
Quatar Based Nigerian Business Man Sentence To Two Years Imprisonment Over Drugs Exportation
A Nigerian business man, Ngene Chinecherem Oscar based in Oman Quatar, has been sentenced to two years imprisonment or a fine of N1.5 million for the offence of exportation of11.5 kilograms of Canabis Sativa and 600 grammes of Tramadol 225 mg.
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29 November
FMDQ Markets YoY Turnover Increases By 60.27% To ₦8.16trn
According to the FMDQ Securities Exchange Limited, secondary market turnover on FMDQ Exchange in October 2023 was ₦21.70trn, representing a month-on-month (MoM) decrease of 6.75% (₦1.57trn) and year-on-year (YoY) increase of 60.27% (₦8.16trn) from the turnover recorded in September 2023 and October 2022, respectively.
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29 November
Just In… Kogi: Security Agencies Disperse SDP Protesters At INEC, Barricade Office
Security agencies have dispersed supporters of the SDP in Kogi State, who stormed the State Secretariat of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), in Lokoja, to protest against what they termed "INEC's dubious tampering with election materials".
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29 November
AFRIMA Advocates Concerted Measures To Combat Drug Abuse In Africa’s Creative Industry
The burgeoning creative industry on the continent, encompassing music, film, fashion, and other artistic realms, has witnessed remarkable growth and international recognition
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29 November
Sterling One Foundation Commits To The African Union Year Of Education
The Sterling One Foundation has reiterated its commitment to investing in foundational learning and working with the Association for the Development of Education in Africa (ADEA) and partners to boost education in Africa.
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