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Federal Government Launches Presidential Conditional Grant Scheme to Empower Nano Businesses Nationwide
The Federal Government of Nigeria has unveiled the Presidential Conditional Grant Scheme (PCGS) as part of its Presidential Palliative Programme. Commencing on March 9, 2024, this initiative aims to provide financial grants, free from repayment obligations, to eligible … Continue Reading
Former Boeing Quality Manager and Whistleblower, John Barnett, Found Dead Amid Safety Concerns
John Barnett, a former quality manager at Boeing who gained prominence as a whistleblower, was found dead on Saturday, officials at South Carolina have said.
According to officials in Charleston, South Carolina, Barnett’s death appeared to be the result … Continue Reading
Search Trends Suggest Nigerians Are Selling their bitcoin despite surging value
As Bitcoin’s value surges to an unprecedented $69,000, Nigerians have demonstrated a notable trend in their Google searches, with “sell bitcoin” queries skyrocketing by a remarkable 376% globally. The surge in searches has positioned Nigeria at the forefront … Continue Reading
Nigeria’s Agriculture Exports Face Setback Due to Quality Concerns, Says Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala
In a recent address in Abuja, the World Trade Organisation (WTO) Director-General, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, highlighted Nigeria’s declining position in global agriculture export markets.
Despite ample arable land and increased investments, Nigeria has shifted from being a net exporter to a … Continue Reading
President Tinubu Approves Appointments for FCT Civil Service Commission and Permanent Secretaries
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has given his approval for the appointment of key personnel within the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Civil Service Commission and the designation of permanent secretaries.
This decision comes following recommendations put forward by the Minister of … Continue Reading
Reps Urge CBN to Curb Banks’ Delay in Returning Customers’ Funds
In a bid to address the prolonged holding of customers’ reversed funds by commercial banks, the House of Representatives has called on the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to intervene.
This decision came after the adoption of a motion titled, … Continue Reading
MultiChoice Announces Head Judge And A Date For 10th AMVCA
MultiChoice, in partnership with Africa Magic, has announced that the 10th edition of the prestigious Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards (AMVCA), will be held from 10th – 11th of May 2024.
The organisers also revealed ace filmmaker, director, producer and … Continue Reading
JAPA: UK Bans Health and Care Workers from Bringing Dependents
The United Kingdom’s Home Office has announced a ban on Health and Care Workers from bringing dependents to the country. The ban, communicated via the Home Office’s verified X handle (formerly Twitter) on Monday, signifies a significant shift in the … Continue Reading
IBEDC Attributes Poor Power Supply in Seven States to Energy Theft and Gas Supply Shortage
Electricity Distribution Firm Cites Reasons for Dwindling Power in Oyo, Ogun, Osun, Kwara, Kogi, Niger, and Ekiti States
In a statement released on Sunday, the management of the Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company Plc (IBEDC) elucidated the factors contributing to … Continue Reading
FIRS Introduces Self-Registration Module to Enhance Taxpayer Experience
the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has rolled out a self-registration module on the Tax-Pro Max platform to streamline tax processes and enhance ease of doing business.
This initiative, aimed at fostering a customer-centric approach, allows newly registered business … Continue Reading