In a significant move towards sustainable practices, Fidelity Bank Plc announced its official endorsement of the UN Principles for Responsible Banking (PRB), aligning its operations with a unified framework aimed at fostering a sustainable banking industry. The collaboration, fostered by the United Nations Environment Programme Finance Initiative (UNEP FI), promotes a collective effort among banks Read More…
In a recent development, Mr. Temisan Omatseye, former President of the African Shipowners Association of Nigeria (ASAN), highlighted the importance of utilising the Deep Blue Project as the security framework for safeguarding anchorage areas within the Nigerian maritime sphere. Omatseye articulated this stance during the inaugural Maritime Reporters Association of Nigeria (MARAN) annual lecture held Read More…
A recent analysis by the ONE Campaign exposed significant discrepancies in climate finance commitments from developed nations, with almost two-thirds of the pledged $343 billion between 2013 and 2021 either unreported as disbursed or loosely linked to climate initiatives. Nigeria, facing a $4.5 billion shortfall, underscores the substantial deficit in pledged climate funds. According to Read More…
Singapore and Zurich emerged as the world’s most expensive cities this year, followed by Geneva, New York, and Hong Kong, as per the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU), signalling ongoing challenges in the global cost-of-living landscape. Meanwhile, Lagos, Nigeria’s commercial hub, remains relatively affordable in the latest survey, ranking 125th out of 172 cities. The EIU’s Read More…
Israel and Hamas struck a last-minute agreement on Thursday to extend their six-day ceasefire by one more day to allow negotiators to keep working on deals to swap hostages held in Gaza for Palestinian prisoners. The truce has allowed much-needed humanitarian aid into Gaza after much of the coastal territory of 2.3 million was reduced Read More…
Henry Kissinger, a towering figure in U.S. diplomacy who played pivotal roles as a national security adviser and secretary of state under two presidents, has died at the age of 100. His passing leaves an enduring imprint on U.S. foreign policy, albeit amid a legacy steeped in controversy and acclaim. According to a statement from Read More…
The inaugural edition of the National Skating Championship is set to bring together more than 1,000 athletes at Package B of the Moshood Abiola National Stadium in Abuja from December 1 to 2. According to Abdullahi Maikano, President of the Skating Federation of Nigeria, who spoke to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abuja, Read More…
In a freezing night at The Emirates, Arsenal secured their place in the last 16 of the Champions League by overwhelming RC Lens with an impressive 6-0 victory. The win also ensured their top position in Group B, sealing their qualification. Speaking to reporters after the remarkable win, Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta expressed his satisfaction Read More…
Lagos is putting its foot down on street parties! The Lagos State Taskforce is on a mission: no more blocking inner streets for celebrations. They’re serious about this too—ready to haul anyone doing this off to court. CSP Shola Jejeloye, the task force’s Chairman, didn’t mince words. He called out the “selfish” and “inconsiderate” behaviour Read More…
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has reaffirmed Lagos State’s dedication to harnessing technology for sustainable solutions to indigenous challenges. Speaking at the Endeavor Nigeria’s Annual Scale Up Entrepreneurship Summit in Victoria Island, the governor emphasized technology’s role in ensuring food security, efficient transportation, quality healthcare, and education. Sanwo-Olu highlighted the government’s initiatives, emphasizing the importance of infrastructure Read More…
