DPR says 2020 marginal oilfield bid still on
The Department of Petroleum Resources (DPR) says the bid round process for its 57 marginal oilfields in the country is still ongoing. Mr Paul Osu, […]
Month: October 2020
NGO seeks regulation, alternative learning spaces for Almajiri education
The Centre for Community Development and Research Network (CCDRN), an NGO, has advocated for regulatory policies and alternative learning spaces for Almajiri education to serve […]
Nigeria records 150 new COVID-19 cases
By GRACE AUDU, Abuja – The Nigeria Centre for Disease control (NCDC), announced on Thursday that 150 new cases of COVID-19 were recorded from nine […]
COVID-19 vaccine could be ready by December — U.S. disease expert
Top U.S. infectious disease expert, Dr Anthony Fauci, has said that the first doses of a successful COVID-19 vaccine would be available to some hardest-hit […]
The betrayal of #EndSARS protests, By DONS EZE
“Our mistake, the mistake we Africans made was to have forgotten that the enemy never withdraws sincerely. We never understand. He capitulates, but he does […]
Looking at the Bright Side of Life, By LINDA ASIMOLE ELLAH
Life can really get dark sometimes. Stuff can be overwhelming. Things do get difficult at times. People can really get on your nerves. People can […]
Hoodlums’ attacks: Count Prince Agba out, says Edo Integration Group
Edo Integration Group (EIG) on Thursday rallied behind the Minister of State for Budget and National Planning, Prince Clem Ikanade Agba, saying he should be […]
[ANALYSIS] Is Trump counting on God to put him back in the White House?
By MAAYAN JAFFE-HOFFMAN Evangelical Christians pray daily for the peace of Jerusalem. With days to go until his electoral fate is decided, US President Donald Trump […]
Federal Government distributed palliatives through State Governments, says Minister
Minister of State for Budget and National Planning, Prince Clem Ikanade Agba, said that President Muhammadu Buhari ordered the release of 70,000 tonnes (2,333 trucks) […]
Leather Industry Stakeholders say Lagos, Kano partnership will harness sector’s potential
Stakeholders in the Leather Industry on Thursday advocated a strategic partnership between Lagos and Kano States to maximally harness the potentials of the sector and […]
NCC remits N344.71bn into FG’s Consolidated Revenue Fund in 5 years
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), says it remmited N344.71 billion into the Federal Government’s Consolidated Revenue Fund (CRF) in the last five years.NCC Executive Vice […]
NOSC reopens submission portal for IFF category of 93rd Academy Awards
The Nigeria Official Selection Committee (NOSC) for the Academy Awards in International Feature Film (IFF) Submissions, has reopened the submission portal for the 93rd Academy […]
#EndSARS#: Lagos lawmaker urges youths to embrace peaceful resolution
A member, Lagos State House of Assembly, Mr Rotimi Abiru, has appealed to Nigerian youths to remain calm and embrace peaceful resolution of their grievances. Abiru, […]
Kwara Govt gives reasons for hitches in payment of October salaries
The Kwara State Government on Thursday apologised for the delay in the payment of October salaries to its civil servants, citing a change in the […]
Ekiti Govt. to assist own football club qualify for Premier League
The Governor of Ekiti State, Dr Kayode Fayemi, has promised to support the management of the state-owned football team, “Ekiti United”, in their efforts to […]
LASG approves re-opening of schools Nov. 2
The Lagos State Government ( LASG) has approved the re-opening of schools for all classes in public and private schools across the state beginning from […]
Gov. Sanwo-Olu to launch reconstruction of Epe/Ibeju-Lekki expressway Nov. 1
The Lagos State Government says arrangements are concluded to begin the reconstruction of the Epe/Ibeju-Lekki expressway on Nov. 1. Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu disclosed this during […]
Lagos lawmaker urges youths to support empowerment schemes
Prince Bisi Yusuf, lawmaker representing Alimosho Constituency 1, at the Lagos State House of Assembly, has urged youths to key into the federal and state […]
CAFEi celebrates World Savings Day, promotes savings culture
Consumer Awareness and Financial Enlightenment Initiative (CAFEi) on Thursday called for an enhanced savings habit for financial security and independence. CAFEi President, Mrs Debola Osibogun, […]
Eid-el-Maulud: Rep urges Muslims to preach peace
Rep. Tolulope Akande-Sadipe has congratulated Muslims across the world as they celebrate Eid-el-Maulud, urging all to embrace peace. Akande-Sadipe’s congratulatory message was contained in a […]