By Florence Onuegbu The Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA) has faulted the ban on alcohol in sachets and small bottles. Its Director-General, Mr Wale Smatt-Oyerinde, during a news conference on Tuesday in Lagos, said that a blanket ban was not the solution to the problem. He said that such banContinue Reading
By Oluwafunke Ishola A UK-based Nigerian physician, Dr Tokunbo Fasuyi, says prioritising trust, transparency, and accountability can revolutionise patient care and boost Nigeria’s healthcare system. Fasuyi, Founder of Aegis Private Health Consultancy, said this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Monday. HeContinue Reading
By Oluwafunke Ishola The Lagos State Health Management Agency (LASHMA) has unveiled an innovative approach to managing medical emergencies, ensuring that no emergency case is turned away without stabilisation in all health facilities in the state. Its Board Chairman, Dr Adebayo Adedewe, said this at the inauguration of theContinue Reading
By Ginika Okoye The Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) has begun the process of liquidating Aso Savings and Loans Plc and Union Homes Savings and Loans Plc, following the revocation of their operating licences by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). The Corporation, in a notice to depositors andContinue Reading
By Adeyemi Adeleye/Grace Alegba National leaders have challenged youths to lead Nigeria’s renewal, warning that meaningful change now depends on young citizens organising, demanding accountability and driving sustained civic action. They made the call on Wednesday night at the 15th anniversary of Enough is Enough Nigeria (EiE), held in Lagos,Continue Reading
By Kadiri Abdulrahman The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has reassured the public, depositors, and stakeholders that the Nigerian banking sector remains resilient, safe, and sound. The CBN said this in a statement issued by its Acting Director, Corporate Communications Department, Mrs Hakama Sidi-Ali. According to Sidi-Ali, the attention ofContinue Reading
By Salif Atojoko The Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Sen. Abubakar Bagudu, says Nigeria’s economy is witnessing a significant turnaround, driven by bold reforms, improved coordination, and a renewed focus on national priorities. In an interview for an upcoming documentary marking President Bola Tinubu’s second anniversary, he saidContinue Reading
By Rukayat Moisemhe Dr Jumoke Oduwole, Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, has stated the reason for mainstreaming gender inclusion in industrial and trade policy. Oduwole made this known on Thursday in Lagos at The Covenant Nation Platform Africa Women in Leadership and Women in Business Conference.Continue Reading
By Taiye Olayemi The Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment (FMITI) has partnered with the Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX Group) to achieve its ambitious $6 billion investment target. In a statement signed on Tuesday by Mr Adebayo Thomas, Director, Press and Public Relations of theContinue Reading
By Busayo Onijala Global media leaders have called for responsible use of Artificial Intelligence to ensure mutual progress. They stated this during the 4th China Media Group (CMG) Forum held in Qufu, Shandong Province of China. The forum, jointly hosted by CMG and the Shandong Provincial People’s Government hadContinue Reading
