FirstBank Joins Partnership for Carbon Accounting Financials, Reinforces its Commitment to Climate Action

As part of its commitment to sustainable finance and taking active steps towards reducing its carbon footprint, FirstBank has joined the Partnership for Carbon Accounting Financials (PCAF) to promote sustainable finance, combat climate change and advance sustainable socioeconomic development for the just transition. PCAF is a collaboration between financial institutions worldwide to enable harmonised assessments and disclosures of greenhouse gas …

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Tinubu appoints Major General Olufemi Olatubosun Oluyede as acting Chief of Army Staff

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, has appointed Major General Olufemi Olatubosun Oluyede as the acting Chief of Army Staff (COAS). Oluyede will act in the position pending the return of the indisposed substantive Chief of Army Staff, Lt. General Taoreed Abiodun Lagbaja. Until his appointment, Oluyede served as the 56th Commander of the elite  Infantry Corps …

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Nigerian Army denies claims of insurgents taking over military training camp in Niger State

The Nigerian Army has said that the story circulating in some media quarters claiming that insurgents have taken over a Military Training Area in Kontagora, Niger State is false. In a statement signed by the Director Army Public Relations, Major General Onyema Nwachukwu on Wednesday, the NA said “We acknowledge the palpable unease this baseless claim may have stirred within …

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Wema Bank Launches Export Trade Academy to Empower Nigerian SMEs in International Markets

In a bold step towards empowering Nigeria’s small and medium enterprises (SMEs), Wema Bank has launched the Wema Export Trade Academy, a groundbreaking initiative designed to enhance the global trade capabilities of local businesses. This forward-thinking program demonstrates Wema Bank’s commitment to empowering Nigerian businesses and supporting their international growth potential. Navigating the complex landscape of export trade involves overcoming …

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The Limit Breaker Conference Namibia: Miracles, Deliverance climax Day 1 of the Program

The most talk about in Town family Liberation Program, The Limit Breaker conference has begun in Namibia with diverse kinds of miracles, Deliverance and restoration of lost Glory just to mention but few. The good people of Namibia who have been expecting the Generational Prophet of God Dr Chris Okafor in the Land said truly Elohim is using his Servant …

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Olukoyede Tasks NDPHC Boss on Accountability, Due Process

The Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Mr. Ola Olukoyede has tasked the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Niger Delta Power Holding Company, NDPHC, Engineer Jennifer Adighije on integrity and accountability, adding that public service “is a privilege that demands unwavering commitment to probity”. Olukoyede gave the charge in Abuja on Tuesday October …

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EFCC Arrests Four Suspected Bank Hackers in Abuja

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has arrested Chima Anthony Nwigwe, suspected leader of banks’ hacking syndicate alongside three others: Effiong Victor Emmanuel, Mohammed Bello Mahmud, managing director, Downstone Ultimate Limited and Daminan Ali for alleged conspiracy, unauthorized access to banks’ computer systems and fraudulent withdrawal of depositors’ funds. They were arrested in a sting operation in Abuja following …

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Appreciating Adedeji’s Efforts On Nigeria’s Tax Landscape By Ainoko Idoko

As President Bola Tinubu’s administration charts a bold course towards economic diversification, one man stands out as a driving force behind Nigeria’s vision for a financially robust future: Dr. Zacch Adedeji, Executive Chairman and CEO of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS). Since assuming office in September 2023, Adedeji has spearheaded a transformative agenda, shattering revenue records and redefining Nigeria’s …

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Breaking: Suspended Lagos LG Chairman Writes Assembly, Seeks Lawmakers’ Forgiveness

Suspended chairman of the Alimosho Local Government Area of Lagos State, Jelili Sulaimon, has pleaded with the state Assembly men for forgiveness, nearly a month after he was axed for non-compliance, defiance and unyielding attitude to the legislative House. In a ‘Letter of Apology’ personally signed by the embattled chairman, addressed to Speaker Mudashiru Obasa and read on the floor …

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Speaker Obasa Congratulates Oba Akiolu At 81

The Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, has congratulated His Majesty, Oba Rilwan Akiolu of Lagos as he marks his 81st birthday on Tuesday. In a statement by his media office, Speaker Obasa, the Baa’sofin of Lagos, said at 81, the revered monarch remains committed to excellent community and public service with results that …

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