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Ogun State Governor Unveils 2025 Budget of 1.054 Trillion Naira
Governor Dapo Abiodun unveils Ogun State’s N1.054 trillion “Budget of Hope and Prosperity,” prioritizing critical sectors to drive growth and improve living standards in 2025.
On December 4, 2024, Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun presented the state’s largest-ever budget proposal … Continue Reading
FG to train 40,000 youths in ICT Training Initiative
Federal Government Launches ICT Training Initiative for 4,000 Nigerians
On Friday, the Federal Government announced a significant step towards enhancing digital literacy in Nigeria by initiating a training program designed to equip approximately 4,000 Nigerians with vital Information Communication Technology … Continue Reading
FG launches N20bn consumer credit fund for locally-assembled Vehicles
Federal Government Launches N20 Billion Consumer Credit Fund to Boost Demand on locally-assembled vehicles
In a move to stimulate demand for locally-assembled vehicles, the Federal Government has introduced a N20 billion consumer credit fund. The initiative, spearheaded by the … Continue Reading
Bank Staff Paraded by Police After Allegedly Swindling N18 Million In Katsina
Katsina State Police Uncover Major ATM Fraud Operations
Katsina State Police Command has taken significant action against fraud as they paraded Adewumi Gabriel, the Head of ATM Operations at a new generation bank’s Daura branch, for allegedly collaborating with a … Continue Reading
Naira Rises to N1,685/$ in parallel market
Naira Gains Momentum Against Dollar in Both Parallel and Official Markets
The Naira demonstrated notable improvement yesterday, rising to N1,685 per dollar in the parallel market, up from N1,695 per dollar on Wednesday. In the official foreign exchange market, … Continue Reading
Binance Awards Tech Scholarships To 500 Africans
Binance Partners with AltSchool Africa to Offer Scholarships to 500 Young Africans
In a significant move to bridge the digital skills gap in Africa, Binance, a prominent global cryptocurrency exchange and the continent’s leading platform, has announced a collaboration with … Continue Reading
Fire Engulfs University Of Ibadan female hostel
Fire Breaks Out at Queen Elizabeth Hall, University of Ibadan
A significant fire incident occurred early Thursday morning at Queen Elizabeth Hall, a female-only hostel for undergraduate students at the University of Ibadan. The exact cause of the fire … Continue Reading
Tragic Football Frenzy: Arsenal Fan Shot Dead Celebrating Victory
Celebration Turns Tragic: Arsenal Fan Fatally Shot in Uganda as Football Rivalry Escalates Into Deadly Violence Following Manchester United Clash
LUKAYA, UGANDA— A jubilant celebration of Arsenal’s 2-0 victory over Manchester United turned fatal in Uganda when a security guard … Continue Reading
Shell Awards $1.98 Billion in Contracts to Boost Local Companies
Shell Companies Enhance Local Content in Nigeria with $1.98 Billion Contracts in 2023
In a significant move to boost local participation in the Nigerian oil and gas sector, Shell Companies announced the awarding of contracts amounting to $1.98 billion to … Continue Reading
Naira Rises To N1,695 per dollar in The Parallel Market
Naira Strengthens Against the Dollar in Parallel Market
The Naira recorded gains in the parallel market yesterday, appreciating to N1,695 per dollar, up from N1,725 per dollar on Tuesday. This positive movement reflects a broader trend, with the Naira remaining … Continue Reading