MTN Foundation, in partnership with the Musical Society of Nigeria, has announced the commencement of applications for the 18th edition of the MTN MUSON School of Music Scholarship. This initiative, aimed at supporting and nurturing the next generation of Nigerian musicians, offers a fully funded two-year diploma course in music. Successful applicants will benefit from…
By Ayomide Otitoju The 2024 set of Management Trainees at Union Bank of Nigeria has successfully graduated. The graduation ceremony took place at the Bank’s multiple-purpose sports complex, ‘The Stable,’ in Surulere, Lagos. The event was attended by senior management officials, staff, and the 166 Management Trainees graduates who have completed their training programme. According…
The Federal Government has lifted the suspension on Arik Air’s operations, ending a week-long grounding of the airline’s planes.The decision to rescind the suspension was announced by Michael Achimugu, Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection at the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), following the resolution of a dispute between Atlas Petroleum and Arik Air….
The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Heineken Lokpobiri, affirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to supporting the $20 billion Dangote Refinery located near Lagos.Speaking before a Senator Opeyemi Bamidele-led Ad-Hoc Committee on alleged economic sabotage in the petroleum industry in Abuja, Lokpobiri emphasized the government’s dedication to backing the Dangote Refinery and modular refineries….
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) conducted the sale of $876.26 million to end users through bids submitted by 26 banks, as indicated in a circular released by the apex bank on Wednesday. The move aims to bolster the declining value of the naira amidst seasonal demand for the dollar from summer tourism and businesses…
The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) has expressed concerns regarding the soaring landing cost of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), also known as petrol, making it unfeasible for petrol marketers to import the essential commodity. According to Zarama Mustapha, IPMAN National Operations Controller, the current landing cost of PMS exceeds ₦1,200 per litre, without…
By Ayomide Otitoju Mele Kyari, the Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited, refuted allegations of the company’s involvement in the substandard importation of petroleum products into the country. He made this statement on Wednesday in Abuja while appearing before a committee led by Senator Opeyemi Bamidele, which is…
By Ayomide Otitoju Titans, a leading consumer electronics brand, celebrated a triumphant evening at the prestigious Titans of Technology Awards 2024. The event, which took place at the renowned Lagos Oriental Hotel, saw Titans clinch three coveted awards, reaffirming its commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction. Omachona Eguda, the ATL Marketing Manager for Titans Nigeria,…
By Ayomide Otitoju FirstBank has been named the winner of the prestigious Euromoney Award for Nigeria’s Best Bank in Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG), solidifying its position as a leader in sustainable banking and finance practices over its 130-year history. The bank was acknowledged for its significant contributions and unwavering commitment to ESG investments in…
