By Ayomide Otitoju In a continued effort to combat cancer, the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) and its partners TotalEnergies Upstream Nigeria Limited, SAPETRO, CNOOC, and PRIME 130 have launched an advanced mammography center at the Federal University Teaching Hospital in Lafia, Nasarawa State. This facility, the second of its kind following an…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) has refuted claims circulating in a video that shows a person pouring a dark liquid purported to be Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) allegedly purchased from an NNPC Retail outlet at Keffi Flyover. NNPC clarified that an investigation of all its outlets confirmed the claim…
Labour leader Keir Starmer has expressed confidence that the UK-US special relationship will continue to thrive under Donald Trump, but concerns loom over potential challenges if the Republican candidate returns to the White House. Starmer, who made a diplomatic overture to Trump late Wednesday by offering congratulations on his campaign, told reporters in Budapest on…
NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte warned Thursday that North Korea’s involvement in Russia’s war against Ukraine represents a direct threat to U.S. security, as he made a concerted effort to persuade Donald Trump to continue supporting Kyiv. Rutte’s remarks came as fears are growing in Europe that Trump, if re-elected as U.S. president, could withdraw crucial…
Former President Barack Obama on Wednesday extended his congratulations to Donald Trump on his election victory, emphasizing the critical importance of a peaceful transfer of power. In a statement, Obama acknowledged the outcome was not what he had hoped for but reinforced the democratic principle that election results must be respected, regardless of personal preferences….
By Ayomide Otitoju Wema Bank has been crowned the ‘No. 1 Best Workplace in Nigeria’ at the Great Place To Work 2024 Awards held recently in Lagos. The Great Place To Work Institute, a global leader in workplace culture recognition, celebrates organizations committed to fostering healthy and supportive work environments. The awards are based on…
By Ayomide Otitoju United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc has unveiled a new financial solution tailored for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) – the UBA SME Card. The product, launched at the 38th Lagos International Trade Fair at Tafawa Balewa Square, is designed to enhance value for SME customers and drive their growth in Nigeria…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has dismissed claims that it sells adulterated petrol, emphasizing its commitment to high-quality fuel standards. In a statement issued on Thursday, Olufemi Soneye, NNPCL’s Chief Corporate Communications Officer, reassured the public that the company adheres to stringent quality control measures to ensure only safe and…
By Ayomide Otitoju Barrister Hassan Bello, Principal Partner of Justicia Legal Practitioners and former Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC), has committed to providing free legal assistance to Nigerian women in the maritime sector who experience gender-based discrimination in their workplaces. Speaking at the 2024 MMS Hall of Fame Induction and Life-Impact Awards…
