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Businessman Sentenced to Prison for N99.75 Million Fraud IN borno
In a landmark ruling, Justice Aisha Kumaliya of the Borno State High Court, Maiduguri, delivered a verdict on Wednesday, March 7, 2024, sentencing Alhaji Kyari Mohammed, the managing director of Kyari and Sons Company Nigeria Limited, to one year imprisonment. … Continue Reading
Strengthening Scientific Synergy: Biotechnology Advanced Research Centre’s Scientific Output and Innovation Appraisal Summit
The Biotechnology Advanced Research Centre (BARC), a flagship unit of the Sheda Science and Technology Complex (SHESTCO), in continuation of its leadership in advanced research in biotechnology and genetic engineering, organized its 2024 Annual Research Summit held this week … Continue Reading
Federal High Court Orders AMCON to Recover ₦478 Million Debt from Contractor
The Federal High Court in Abuja has mandated the Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON) to pursue the recovery of ₦478 million from Perfect Aims Global Engineering Limited and associated parties.
This decision stems from their failure to settle outstanding … Continue Reading
Redeem Pastor in Police net for Beating Wife to Death in Rivers State
A pastor of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Mr. Chidozie Michael, has arrested by the police in Rivers state for allegedly beating his wife, Ufuoma, to death in Port Harcourt, the capital city of the State.
The suspect, … Continue Reading
Nigerian Air Force Trainer Aircraft Crashes in Kaduna
A Nigerian Air Force (NAF) Super Mushshak trainer aircraft crashed in Kaduna on Thursday afternoon, triggering concerns and inquiries into the safety protocols and operational procedures of the country’s military aviation sector. The crash, which occurred at approximately … Continue Reading
Federal Government Commences Construction of Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway
The Federal Government has announced the commencement of construction on the 700km Lagos-Calabar coastal highway.
The Minister of Works, David Umahi, revealed this during a statement issued in Abuja by his Special Adviser on Media, Orji Uchenna.
The project, … Continue Reading
Gov seyi Makinde approves payment of student bursary, buys 28 18-Seater buses for student leaders in Oyo State
Governor Seyi Makinde yesterday announced the payment of student bursary to all indigent students of Oyo State and also handed over 28 18-seater buses to student leaders in the state.
According to a statement released by Governor Makinde on … Continue Reading
Central Bank of Nigeria Mandates Financial Institutions to Submit Monthly Financial Returns or Face Sanctions
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has issued a stern directive to Microfinance Banks (MFBs), Primary Mortgage Banks (PMBs), and Development Financial Institutions (DFIs), mandating them to submit their financial returns monthly through the FinA application. Failure to … Continue Reading
MTN Nigeria Foundation Invests N600 Million to Empower Female Entrepreneurs
The MTN Nigeria Foundation has launched the second phase of its Y’ellopreneur initiative, with an investment of N600 million. The initiative aims to address the gender inequality prevalent in Nigeria, where female unemployment stood at 35.2 percent in 2020.… Continue Reading
Abuja Rail Mass Transit Project Nears Completion, Inauguration Set for May
During a meeting with Belgian Ambassador Pieter Leenknegt in Abuja, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mr Nyesom Wike, revealed that the Abuja Rail Mass Transit (ARMT) project is nearing completion, with 95% of the work done.… Continue Reading