UN General Assembly President Annalena Baerbock opened the 80th session of the organisation in New York, with a call on Assembly members to “focus on its mandates and deliver on its commitments.” This is according to a report posted on the official UN website. Continue Reading
By Joan Odafe and Dele Eniola Celebrity chef, Hilda Baci, on Saturday achieved her culinary feat of cooking the largest pot of jollof rice in a bid to set a new Guinness World Record (GWR). The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports thatContinue Reading
By Rukayat Moisemhe Governance experts, business leaders, and public officials have urged the new President of the Chartered Institute of Directors (CIoD), Dr Adetunji Oyebanji, along with directors across sectors, to champion ethical, purpose-driven, and adaptive governance. Continue Reading
By Joan Odafe and Omolola Olukoga Nigerian cuisine was on full display on Friday in Lagos as Nigerian celebrity chef, Hilda Baci, launched her Guinness World Record bid for the ‘Largest Pot of Jollof Rice’. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Baci is attempting to cook 250 bagsContinue Reading
By Oluwatope Lawanson/Lydia Chigozie-Ngwakwe A House of Representatives member, Mr Sulaiman Gumi, has urged stronger enforcement, investment, and cultural change to deepen occupational health and environmental safety in Nigeria. Gumi made the call at the International Conference and Awards on Health, Safety,Continue Reading
By Joan Odafe Fans, well-wishers, media crews and food vendors gathered at the Eko Hotels and Suites in Lagos on Thursday for Nigerian Chef Hilda Baci’s bid to set a Guinness World Record for the Largest Pot of Jollof Rice. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that there wasContinue Reading
By Taiye Olayemi The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) says banking and fintech services topped consumer complaints in Nigeria between March and August. The Commission also said that it recovered over N10 billion for aggrieved customers. The Commission disclosed in aContinue Reading
By Taiye Olayemi Wema Bank Plc has completed its N150 billion Rights Issue, securing approvals from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The bank made this known in a statement on Thursday in Lagos. The Rights Issue, which openedContinue Reading
By Taiye Olayemi The Central Securities Clearing System (CSCS) on Wednesday sensitised capital market stakeholders on the smooth transition to a T+2 settlement cycle ahead of its Nov. 28 launch. The webinar brought together capital market operators, regulators, and the Nigerian Exchange Ltd., providing updates, guidance, and clarity on theContinue Reading
By Taiye Olayemi Dangote Cement Plc says it paid N3.3 trillion in dividends to its shareholders over the last 15 years. The company made this known on Wednesday during its “Facts Behind the Figures” presentation at theContinue Reading
