By Taiye Olayemi The Nigerian stock market rebounded on Friday, ending four straight sessions of losses with a N285 billion lift to investors’ portfolios. Renewed interest in stocks such as Julius Berger, Learn Africa, Cornerstone Insurance, Aso Savings and Ikeja Hotel boosted sentiment. The Nigerian Exchange market capitalisation, which openedContinue Reading
By Ijeoma Okigbo The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) has launched a N2billion appeal fund for the construction of its headquarters building in Abuja. The National President of SWAN, Isaiah Benjamin, unveiled the appeal fund during the celebration of the association’s 60th anniversary on Friday in Abuja. Benjamin welcomedContinue Reading
By Busayo Onijala China has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening cooperation with Nigeria as it embarks on a new development phase under its 15th Five-Year Plan. This was revealed during a dialogue jointly organised by China Media Group (CMG) and the Chinese Consulate on Friday in Lagos. The event’s theme,Continue Reading
By Ihechinyere Chigemeri-Uwom The Minister of Works, Sen. Dave Umahi, has directed Arab Contractors handling the rehabilitation of the Enugu-Port Harcourt Expressway to complete the remaining 4.5-kilometres Abia section before the end of November. Umahi gave the directive on Friday in Aba after inspecting the progress of work on theContinue Reading
By Grace Alegba The Naira on Friday extended its gain, closing the trading week stronger at N1,421.73 to the dollar at the official foreign exchange market. Data from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) showed that the local currency appreciated by N15.23 or 1.07 per cent compared with N1,436.97 recordedContinue Reading
By Abujah Racheal The Women in Healthcare Network (WIHCN) has reaffirmed its mission to connect, empower, and celebrate women across all sectors of the healthcare ecosystem, with renewed focus on wellness, mentorship, and leadership. Prof. Modupe Elebute-Odunsi, CEO of Marcelle Ruth Cancer Centre and Chair of the WIHCN Board ofContinue Reading
By Justina Auta The Pan-African Psychology Union (PAPU) has reiterated commitment to strengthening psychology education across the continent by bridging the gap between policy formulation and practical application in the field. Prof. Andrew Zamani, President, PASU, made this known at a news briefing ahead of the union’s forthcoming 2025 HigherContinue Reading
By Jessica Dogo Some stakeholders in the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) sector have urged the public and private sectors to collaborate and build a secure and resilient digital ecosystem in Nigeria. The stakeholders made the call on Friday in Abuja at the monthly DevsInGovernment programme organised by the MinistryContinue Reading
By Abigael Joshua The Global Initiative for Food Security and Ecosystem Preservation (GIFSEP), an NGO, has called for urgent action to ensure women’s full and equitable inclusion in energy transition. Dr Michael David, the Executive-Director of GIFSEP, made the call on Friday in Abuja while addressing a news conference. “AContinue Reading
By Diana Omueza, News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) Nigeria’s vast coastline and inland waters hold immense potential for economic growth, job creation, and food security. However, this promise is being undermined by the persistent menace of Illegal, Unreported, and Unregulated (IUU) fishing. Experts warn that illegal fishing not only drainsContinue Reading
