Iran’s chief negotiator has said Tehran will not accept any agreement with the United States unless it fully guarantees Iranian rights, as reports emerged that Washington has submitted a tougher revised proposal to revive stalled negotiations. Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said on state television on Sunday that Iran would not approve any deal without assurances that…
By Ayomide Otitoju Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) for the 2027 election, Peter Obi, has pledged to run an inclusive administration in which his running mate, former Kano State Governor Rabiu Kwankwaso, would serve as a full partner in governance rather than a ceremonial deputy. Obi made the commitment while accepting the…
Paris Saint-Germain have retained their UEFA Champions League crown after defeating Arsenal 4-3 on penalties following a 1-1 draw that stretched through 120 minutes of intense football. The French champions showed resilience to recover from an early setback before holding their nerve in a dramatic shootout to successfully defend their European title. Arsenal made a…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals has announced a fresh reduction in the ex-depot prices of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), known as petrol, and Automotive Gas Oil (AGO), commonly referred to as diesel. In a statement, the company said the adjustment reflects its commitment to making refined petroleum products more affordable and…
By Ayomide Otitoju FidBank UK Limited, the international subsidiary of Fidelity Bank Plc, has announced a new initiative aimed at supporting Nigerians—both individuals and corporates—in acquiring properties in the United Kingdom. The bank said the initiative will be delivered through its FidBank Buy-to-Let product, tailored for high-net-worth individuals (HNIs) seeking structured access to the UK…
By Ayomide Otitoju Fidelity Bank Plc has announced the launch of the Fidelity Quarterly Business Forum, a strategic engagement platform designed to promote the growth and sustainability of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) across Nigeria. The initiative will bring together business leaders, entrepreneurs, policymakers and industry experts to discuss business opportunities, economic trends, innovation and…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Lagos State Government has stepped up efforts to prevent the importation of Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) into Nigeria, with the Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi, leading a high-level inspection and preparedness tour of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Lagos. The visit comes amid growing concerns over the resurgence of…
By Ayomide Otitoju Managing Director of NNPC Foundation, Mrs. Emmanuella Arukwe, has emerged as a leading figure in the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited’s efforts to deepen social impact through strategic investments in healthcare, education, entrepreneurship, energy access, and environmental sustainability. As the pioneer Managing Director of NNPC Foundation, the corporate social responsibility (CSR)…
The Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO), Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, has arrived in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) to assess response efforts to a severe Ebola outbreak that has already spread across multiple provinces and into neighbouring Uganda. An AFP journalist reported that Tedros landed in Bunia, the capital of Ituri province—currently the…
