Idi Mukhtar: Building on the gains of G-20 Summit to harness multi-billion Nigerian livestock industry By Butrous Pembi

With a massive swathe of arable land measuring about 930 sq km, the chunk of it being Sahel Savanah in the north and tropical rain forest in the south, Nigeria’s geography makes it ideal for agricultural practices particularly food cultivation and livestock production. And coupled with the array of solid material resources, rich oil and gas reserves, Nigeria therefore has …

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Miss Decency Africa 2024: A Celebration of Modesty and Inner Beauty

The third edition of the Miss Decency Africa beauty pageant has been concluded in grand style, leaving an indelible mark on Africa’s pageantry landscape. The event, themed “Beauty in Essence ‘ brought together young women from across the continent to showcase confidence, modesty, and elegance while challenging traditional beauty standards. The pageant featured winners across two categories. In the Little …

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EFCC  Bursts Syndicate of 792  Cryptocurrency Investment,  Romance Fraud Suspects in Lagos … Arrests 193 Chinese, Arabs, Filipinos, Others

The Executive Chairman  of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Ola Olukoyede, has disclosed that the Commission, in a landmark raid,  arrested 792 suspects  for their alleged involvement in cryptocurrency investment fraud and romance scam. The suspects were apprehended on Tuesday, December 10, 2024, in a surprise operation at their hideout, an imposing seven-storey edifice known as Big Leaf Building, …

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EFCC Re-Arraigns Ex-Bank PHB MD, Francis Atuche, Two Others For Forgery in Lagos

The Lagos Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Monday, December 16, 2024, re-arraigned a former Managing Director of the defunct Bank PHB Plc, Francis Atuche, on a nine-count charge bordering on conspiracy to commit felony and forgery before Justice O. O. Abike-Fadipe of the Special Offences Court sitting in Ikeja, Lagos. Atuche alongside Nnosiri Joachim, …

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FirstBank kicks off DecemberIsAVybe 2024 with Kenny Blaq’s ‘Reckless’ musicomedy

By Bolaji Israel     December marks a special time in Nigeria, a moment when people take a break from their hectic year to unwind, celebrate, and create lasting memories with loved ones. The month is filled with vibrant arts and entertainment, including plays, musical concerts, festivals, operas, fashion shows, poetry, and various performance arts. As the month unfolds, the atmosphere …

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Pastor Adeboye preaches ‘purity, unity and love’ at the 27th edition of Holy Ghost Congress

The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God – RCCG has continued in its teachings and preaching of purity, unity and love among the people at the ongoing 27th edition of the annual global programme of the Church’s Holy Ghost Congress. A statement from the office of the General Overseer who is known for his teachings on holiness …

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Dr. Jane Kimemia, Optiva CEO, Honored with U.S. President’s Lifetime Achievement Award

Dr. Jane Kimemia, Chief Executive Officer of Optiva Capital Partners, has been conferred with the U.S. President’s Lifetime Achievement Award for her exceptional humanitarian contributions and lifelong commitment to community development. The honour was bestowed on her at the prestigious Global Reputation Forum held at the Financial Times Headquarters in London on December 6, 2024. The U.S. President’s Lifetime Achievement …

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Moremi Ojudu Drives Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda Across South West – NASRE

The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Community Engagement (South West), Moremi Ojudu, has been commended for her impactful role in implementing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda across the South West region. According to the Public Relations Officer of the Nigerian Association of Social and Resourceful Editors (NASRE), Adeyemi Obadimu, Ojudu’s efforts have bridged the gap between …

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Tinubu Working To Bring Smiles To Nigeria, Obasa Says

The Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, has urged Nigerians not to despair as the administration of President Bola Tinubu is working to resolve the country’s challenges. “The outgoing year is indeed a challenging one, especially considering the economic situation of the country. Nevertheless, we have solace in the fact that the government of …

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FirstBank Corrects Misleading Information Regarding Fraud Allegations

The management of Nigeria’s number one financial institution, FirstBank Plc, have reacted to a recent publication by Tech Cabal containing allegations of fraud involving our institution.   “We wish to categorically state that the story is entirely unfounded and not supported by any factual evidence,” FirstBank said.   About FirstBank First Bank of Nigeria Limited “FirstBank”, established in 1894, is …

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