By Abiodun Abegunde A Civil Society Organisation (CSO), Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC), has called for a competitive green economy that creates jobs, unlocks innovation and strengthens energy security for Nigerians. Executive Director of CISLAC, Auwal Rafsanjani, made the call during its Policy Dialogue with Legislators on Tax forContinue Reading
By Olatunde Ajayi The Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE) has called on the government to develop Nigeria’s blue economy, to effectively unlock its full potential. The President and Chairman‑in‑Council of the association, Mrs Margaret Oguntala, made the call on Monday at a news conference heralding 2025 NSE International Conference scheduledContinue Reading
By Kemi Akintokun The Funmi Babington-Ashaye Foundation on Saturday organised a walkathon to sensitise the public on recognising and preventing depression and anxiety disorder,thereby enhancing emotional well-being. Speaking at the event, Dr Chris Abojei, a Psychologist and Wellness Strategist, who delivered a lecture virtually on resilience and mental wellness, emphasisedContinue Reading
By Rukayat Moisemhe Sen. Udoma Udo Udoma, Chairman, Seplat Energy Plc, has underscored the importance of a transparent, innovative and investor-friendly capital market to drive sustainable economic development. Udoma gave the advice at the 30th Anniversary Pearl Awards Night with theme: ” Celebrating a Legacy of Corporate Excellence”, on SundayContinue Reading
By Funmilola Gboteku QNET, a direct selling wellness company has called on regulators and the media to distinguish legitimate direct selling from scams and protect young Nigerians from fraudulent practices. The Regional General Manager, QNET Sub-Saharan Africa, Cherif Abdoulaye, said this at a two-day QNET Product Expo in LagosContinue Reading
By Yunus Yusuf The Nigeria National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) Foundation Ltd./Gte has emerged Africa’s Most Responsible Organisation at the 2025 SERAS Sustainability Awards held in Lagos on Saturday. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the Foundation secured the prestigious continental prize at the 19th edition of Africa’s leadingContinue Reading
By Olanrewaju Akojede/Oluwatope Lawanson Executive Director of the International Press Centre (IPC), Lanre Arogundade, has commended the workplace policy of the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), describing it as healthy and worthy of emulation. Arogundade gave the commendation at the 2025 ReportHer Award ceremony held on Friday at the AmberContinue Reading
By Adekunle Williams/Oluwatope Lawanson Mrs Adunni Akindele, Chairman, Mosan-Okunola Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Lagos, has donated vehicles to enhance security operations and emergency medical response within the community. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the chairman presented four patrol vehicles, two buses, and an ambulance to theContinue Reading
By Taiye Olayemi Diplomats and travel experts have urged African nations to strengthen bilateral agreements and simplify visa rules to support seamless movement across the continent. They made the call at the maiden Heirs Insurance Travel Festival held in Lagos on Saturday. Brazilian Ambassador to Nigeria, Manuel Innocencio, speaking onContinue Reading
By Taiye Olayemi Nigeria has formally shifted from a T+3 to a T+2 settlement cycle, marking a significant advance in the ongoing modernisation of its capital market. The News Agency of Nigeria reports that T+2 settlement means securities and funds from trades will now be settled two business days afterContinue Reading
