By Ayomide Otitoju Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 elections, called for increased transparency and accountability following the recent escalation of the Budget of Restoration to ₦54 trillion, attributed to reported revenue growth. In a statement posted on X (formerly Twitter) on Friday, Obi pointed out that while the…
By Ayomide Otitoju Fidelity Bank’s Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Nneka Onyali-Ikpe, has praised the ongoing infrastructural development in Anambra State, highlighting the impressive array of projects initiated by Governor Charles Soludo, all funded without incurring debt. During a project tour in Awka on Wednesday, Dr. Onyali-Ikpe expressed her admiration for the quality…
By Ayomide Otitoju Globacom has inaugurated a new Gloworld retail outlet in Maiduguri, significantly expanding its presence in the northeast region of Nigeria. The newly opened facility aims to provide customers with a seamless and efficient service experience, featuring cutting-edge technology designed for quick service delivery and effective resolution of customer complaints. Mr. Augustine Mamuro,…
By Ayomide Otitoju Femi Adeniran, Director of Corporate Communications and CSR at Airtel Nigeria, has advocated for a human-centric approach to workforce transformation in light of rapid technological advancements. His comments came during a panel discussion titled “Building a Workforce for the New Era: Talent, Technology, and Transformation,” held at the 2025 Career Fair organized…
By Ayomide Otitoju Fidelity Bank Plc has announced the successful completion of the first tranche of its equity capital raise through a combined Public Offer and Rights Issue, following the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) capital verification and the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) approval of the Basis of Allotment. The bank received 108,046 applications…
By Ayomide Otitoju Adron Homes and Properties, Nigeria’s premier real estate development company, is celebrating its 13th anniversary today, commemorating over a decade of achievements in the country’s real estate sector. Since its founding, Adron Homes has remained dedicated to providing both affordable and luxurious housing solutions, making homeownership a reality for Nigerians across all…
By Ayomide Otitoju Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Thursday, extended his congratulations to the President of the African Development Bank (AfDB), Dr. Akinwunmi Adesina, on his 65th birthday. In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr. Gboyega Akosile, Governor Sanwo-Olu described Adesina, a former Nigerian Minister of Agriculture…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) and First Exploration & Petroleum Development Company Limited (First E&P) Joint Venture (JV) has successfully reduced routine flaring of associated gas (AG) by 96% from the Anyala (OML 83) and Madu (OML 85) fields. This milestone was achieved through the implementation of an AG reinjection…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has announced that it will roll out its contactless passport application system in Europe, the United Kingdom, and Ireland on Friday, February 7, 2025. NIS spokesman, AS Akinlabi, disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday, highlighting the service’s commitment to improving passport processing for Nigerians abroad. Speaking…
