The Lagos State Government has earmarked N4.64 billion to enhance tourist sites in the state in the current year. Mrs. Toke Benson-Awoyinka, the Commissioner for Tourism, Arts and Culture, made this announcement during the groundbreaking ceremony for the $100 million Lagos Film City in Ejinrin-Epe. Benson-Awoyinka highlighted that several tourist sites, including the J.Randle Centre Read More…
The Federal Government has announced a delay in the commencement of operations for the newly approved universities approved by the Muhammadu Buhari administration, a decision prompted by the need for adequate funding to ensure effective and efficient educational programmes. Minister of Education Tahir Mamman revealed this following a meeting with President Bola Tinubu in Abuja. Read More…
The President of the Renewable Energy Association of Nigeria (REAN), Mr. Ayo Ademilua, has revealed that there are substantial funds amounting to approximately $80 million available for energy projects in Nigeria through various investors. Ademilua made this announcement during the Renewable Energy Investment Matchmaking event held in Lagos with the theme “Energising Partnerships: Connecting Investors Read More…
Heirs Holdings Oil & Gas Ltd. has undergone a transformation and rebranded as Heirs Energies Ltd., complete with a refreshed logo and colour scheme. The change, according to a statement from Mr. Tony Elumelu, Chairman of Heirs Energies, is designed to align with Africa’s distinctive energy requirements and a sustainable approach. Elumelu highlighted the urgency Read More…
Amidst the Nigerian dispute and other challenges faced by women’s football teams, FIFA Chief Women’s Football Officer Sarai Bareman emphasised the crucial need for national football associations to adequately support their women’s teams. Speaking at the Leaders sports business conference in London, Bareman underscored that for female players to reach their full potential, consistent backing Read More…
In a move to promote a more equitable global taxation system, Nigeria called upon Member States to endorse a proposed resolution on a Tax Convention. The statement was released by the Permanent Mission of Nigeria to the United Nations in New York, emphasising the need for continued support for a comprehensive UN Tax Convention. During Read More…
Mrs. Fatima Waziri, the Director-General of the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP), announced that the agency has achieved 631 convictions since its inception. Speaking during a workshop for Public Relations Officers (PROs) and Public Enlightenment Officers (PEO) in Lagos, Waziri highlighted that the number of convictions in 2022 was the Read More…
President Bola Tinubu, representing the Nigerian government and its people, extends warm birthday wishes to retired Gen. Yakubu Gowon on the occasion of his 89th birthday. In a statement issued by Presidential Spokesman Ajuri Ngelale, President Tinubu applauds the elder statesman for his transformative leadership that has significantly impacted Nigeria’s history. He commends Gowon for Read More…
The Air Warriors Basketball Club of Abuja staged a remarkable comeback on Wednesday, securing a narrow 42-41 victory over Nigeria Customs in the Zenith Bank Women’s Basketball Final Four Championships, currently underway at the Indoor Sports Hall of the National Stadium in Lagos. Organised by the Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF) and sponsored by Zenith Bank, Read More…
Nigeria has unveiled stricter licencing regulations for foreign mining companies, aimed at compelling them to enhance in-country processing and refining of metals such as lithium and zinc, according to the Minister of Mines, Dele Alake. Speaking at a Nigeria Mining Week event in the capital city of Abuja, Alake disclosed the government’s new policy, requiring Read More…
