Ebok Ekwe Ibas has been appointed as the new Administrator of Rivers State. Born in Nko, Cross River State, he enlisted in the Nigerian Defence Academy in 1979 as part of the 26 Regular Course and was commissioned as a Sub-Lieutenant in 1983. Ibas attended Hope Waddell Training Institute, Calabar, […]
The Stanley Jegede Foundation (SJF), a non-governmental organization committed to improving the lives of Africa’s underprivileged, has reinforced its dedication to child health advocacy by making a significant donation to the Global Initiative for Peace, Love, and Care (GIPLC). The contribution is aimed at supporting life-saving medical interventions for vulnerable […]
The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has introduced an eight-step process for Nigerians to modify their date of birth on their National Identification Number (NIN) through its official self-service portal. In a statement released by Dr. Kayode Adegoke, Head of Corporate Communications at NIMC, the initiative aims to enhance data […]
Tech Unite Africa (TUA) is set to return for its fourth edition, promising an unparalleled convergence of technology, innovation, and business. Scheduled for March 27, 2025, at the Muson Convention Center in Lagos, Nigeria, this year’s event aims to be the largest networking platform for the African tech industry, […]
In a major push toward digital governance, Galaxy Backbone (GBB), Nigeria’s leading digital infrastructure provider, has commenced Govmail training for over 300 civil servants across various government agencies. The training, scheduled throughout March 2025, targets Email Administrators and Heads of ICT from Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs). The goal is […]
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has called on key industry players—including government agencies, mobile network operators, infrastructure providers, equipment manufacturers, development partners, and telecom trade groups—to strengthen collaboration in expanding digital inclusion across Nigeria. Speaking at the Industry-Focused Stakeholders’ Engagement Session of the Universal Service Provision Fund (USPF) in […]
The Federal Government has charged the new executive of the National Industrial Safety Council of Nigeria (NISCN) to identify and coordinate the various advocacy platforms for effective management of Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) awareness creation in both public and private sectors by critical stakeholders. The Director, Occupational Safety and […]
The Nigerian Government has applauded Brazil for its outstanding and creative presentation of Yoruba culture during the just-concluded 2025 Rio Carnival, which drew 8 million tourists and generated a staggering $1.2 billion in revenue. Executive Secretary/CEO, National Institute for Cultural Orientation (NICO), Otunba Biodun Ajiboye says Brazil’s commitment to promoting […]
The House of Representatives has called on the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to suspend the implementation of increased Automated Teller Machine (ATM) transaction charges, citing the current economic challenges facing the country. This resolution followed the adoption of a motion of urgent public importance, sponsored by Marcus Onobun, the […]
This trend would be further reinforced by the naira’s continued stability against the dollar in the foreign exchange market. Crude oil prices fell by approximately 2% this week, reaching a 12-week low, following reports that OPEC+ plans to proceed with a planned increase in oil output in April. Specifically, Brent […]