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FG extends poverty reduction scheme to Oyo, woos states
By Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA: The Federal Government has called on state governments to partner with it in implementing the National Poverty Reduction with Growth Strategy NPRGS, a flagship initiative designed
Akwa Ibom to host national cycling marathon
The event convener said the competition, which would begin on 26 October and end on 1 November 1, is aimed at showcasing the potential of Nigerian’s youths and discover new
Canada warns citizens in Nigeria against unregulated alcohol
The Canadian government has warned its citizens travelling to Nigeria against consuming unregulated and adulterated alcohol following reports of casualties linked to drinks containing high levels of methanol. The warning
NNPCL/Seplat Offers Free Eye Programme in A’Ibom
Okon Bassey in Uyo More than 6,000 people across Uyo, Eket and Ibeno are expected to benefit from a free eye care programme sponsored by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company
Editors Conference: Nigeria in deep trouble as election confidence wanes — Utomi
By Dennis Agbo ENUGU — Founder of Lagos Business School, Prof Pat Utomi, has warned that Nigeria is facing a serious democratic challenge as declining public confidence in the electoral
Transport integration can cut logistics costs — Opeifa
By Godwin Oritse ABUJA — Nigeria can significantly reduce its high logistics costs by integrating rail, road and maritime transport systems, the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Railway
Shettima Seeks Support Of Diaspora Nigerians In Transforming Nation’s Economic Fortunes
* Meets diaspora Nigerians in New York Deji Elumoye in Abuja Vice-President Kashim Shettima has called on Nigerians in the diaspora, particularly those living in the United States of America
FG cuts interest on late tax payments
…New rate takes effect October 1…Applies to FG, states, FCT tax authorities By Emma Ujah, Abuja Bureau Chief ABUJA — The Federal Government has reduced the interest rate payable by
2027: Akpabio backs Tinubu, Eno
UYO — Senate President Godswill Akpabio has called for support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Akwa Ibom State Governor Umo Eno ahead of the 2027 elections. Akpabio made the
Evidence tampering: Judge withdraws from ex-Gov Bello nephew’s N10bn fraud case
By Ikechukwu Nnochiri ABUJA– Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court in Abuja on Thursday recused himself from the N10 billion money laundering charge against Ali Bello, a nephew
