Business Power Top Story

The new NNPCL is professional, says Professor Bart Nnaji

By Uzor Maxim Uzoatu The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited is now run professionally like an efficient private sector organisation, according to a former Minister of Power, Professor Bart Nnaji, who is also a major player in the energy industry. “When the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) became the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Ltd (NNPCL) Read More…

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Super Eagles soar past Cameroon, Lookman double books quarterfinal berth in AFCON

Ademola Lookman’s stunning brace propelled Nigeria to a 2-0 victory over arch-rivals Cameroon, securing their place in the Africa Cup of Nations quarterfinals next weekend. “It’s a great feeling to contribute to the team and get the win,” Lookman beamed after the match. “We knew Cameroon wouldn’t make it easy, but we stuck to our Read More…

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Nigeria force 1-1 draw against Equatorial Guinea in AFCON opener; Coach Peseiro remains optimistic

Nigeria forced Equatorial Guinea to a frustrating 1-1 draw in the opening match of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Group A at Ebimpe’s Alassane Ouattara Olympic Stadium. Ivan Salvador’s composed finish in the 36th minute gave Equatorial Guinea the lead, but Victor Osimhen’s difficult header in an empty net levelled the score for Nigeria. Read More…

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Sanwo-Olu advocates multifaceted approach for enhanced cocoa economic growth

In a bid to maximise the benefits of cocoa production and foster economic growth, the Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, emphasised the need for a multifaceted approach. Speaking at the International Cocoa and Chocolate Forum (ICCF) 2024 in Lagos, he outlined key strategies for the cocoa sector’s enhancement. Represented by Mrs. Folashade Ambrose-Medebem, Read More…

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Corruption Crime Nigeria Top Story

EFCC and ICPC unite forces: A Pledge to combat corruption in Nigeria

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) have joined hands in a collaborative effort to intensify the fight against corruption in Nigeria. This powerful alliance was emphasised during a visit by the Chairman of the ICPC, Dr. Musa Aliyu, SAN, to the EFCC headquarters Read More…

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Nigeria’s Central Bank dissolves boards and management of three lenders for non-compliance with banking regulations and corporate governance failures

Nigeria’s Central Bank has dissolved the Board and Management of Union Bank, Keystone Bank, and Polaris Bank for non-compliance with banking regulations and corporate governance failures. The affected lenders are privately held and have come under government control in the past. According to a statement by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), the Board and Read More…

Football Sports Top Story

Super Eagles soar into Abidjan in style for AFCON 2023 kickoff

The highly-anticipated Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2023 is set to kick off in Cote d’Ivoire, and the Super Eagles of Nigeria have made a grand entrance into Abidjan, exuding style and enthusiasm. The team, sporting a striking all-white traditional kaftan paired with green caps, made a statement upon their arrival at the Félix-Houphouët-Boigny International Read More…

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Business Oil & Gas

Nigeria’s NNPC to supply 4 crude cargoes to Dangote Refinery as operations near commencement

Nigeria’s NNPC, the state oil company, is anticipated to provide four crude shipments from its February schedule to the Dangote refinery, set to begin operations following extensive construction delays, disclosed three sources familiar with the situation to Reuters. The highly-anticipated Dangote refinery, touted as Africa’s largest, is on the verge of commencing test runs and Read More…

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Crime Entertainment Media Rape Top Story

SCOAN counters allegations against late TB Joshua

A BBC report disclosed allegations made by numerous ex-Synagogue Church of All Nations (SCOAN) members, including five British nationals, against the late TB Joshua. These accusations, spanning nearly two decades, include incidents of rape and forced abortions allegedly perpetrated within a secretive Lagos compound. The Synagogue Church of All Nations responded to the BBC documentary, Read More…