The Registrar of the Chartered Institute of Treasury Management (CITM), Mr. Olumide Adedoyin, has issued a warning to the Federal Government regarding the purported intention to re-denominate the naira, cautioning that it could jeopardise economic stability. Adedoyin conveyed this concern in a statement released in Abuja on Tuesday, addressing the alleged plan for naira re-denomination. Read More…
West Africa’s principal regional body, ECOWAS, has turned down a proposition by Niger’s military junta to postpone elections for three years. This refusal prolongs a political deadlock that may prompt military intervention if no resolution emerges following a July coup. Seeking diplomatic solutions to Niger’s July 26 coup, the seventh in West and Central Africa Read More…
The Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA) has initiated the removal of a five-storey building situated at 7, BreadFruit Street on Lagos Island due to violations of construction regulations. In a statement released on Monday, Mr. Gbolahan Oki, General Manager of LASBCA, announced the development. The statement was issued by Mrs. Adetayo Akitoye-Asagba, Assistant Director Read More…
Ezinne Kufre-Ekanem is the host of the UpYou! Women’s Conference with the theme, ‘Building Bridges from Within’, which aims to address the pervasive sense of unfulfillment among women as a result of unfulfilled aspirations and dreams. The interview with Ezinne Kufre-Ekanem, the visionary CEO of Rosemary’s Furnishings and the driving force behind the UpYou! movement Read More…
In an insightful and illuminating interview, Ezinne Kufre-Ekanem, the visionary force behind the UpYou! Women’s Conference, delves into the essence of the conference’s mission and its resonating significance in today’s dynamic world. With a firm grasp of the unmet needs and dreams that women often carry, Ezinne sheds light on the driving forces behind this Read More…
The 81 Division of the Nigerian Army has initiated an investigation into the tragic killing of a Lagos driver, identified as Mr. Lawal, on Thursday, August 17, reportedly at the hands of individuals allegedly donning military attire. Lt.-Col. Olabisi Ayeni, the spokesperson for the Division, disclosed on Sunday that the investigation is being conducted in Read More…
The leader of Niger’s recent coup has vowed to transition the West African nation back to civilian governance within a span of three years. General Abdourahamane Tchiani conveyed this commitment following discussions with mediators from the West African regional bloc Ecowas in the capital city, Niamey. Ecowas has issued a warning of potential military intervention Read More…
In an exhilarating showdown that captivated audiences worldwide, Spain triumphed over England with a 1-0 victory in the Women’s World Cup final on Sunday. This climactic match marked the culmination of a tournament that has etched its name in history, shattering records for attendance and television viewership. As the final whistle echoed across the stadium, Read More…
The power of language to inspire action and evoke change is undeniable. “All Eyes on the Judiciary,” a seemingly innocuous phrase, has sparked a fervent debate that encapsulates the delicate interplay between free speech, political expression, and regulatory oversight. This campaign, which began as a digital movement driven by the supporters of Peter Obi, a Read More…
Supporters of Niger’s junta have been compelled to suspend a census aimed at enlisting volunteers for non-military roles in defence against potential intervention by West African forces, citing an overwhelming turnout of participants. In the hours preceding the planned commencement of the event, thousands of predominantly young men converged outside a stadium in the capital Read More…
