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ThisDay in a report published on Friday titled “25% of First Holdco’s Shares Went to FG’s Trustee, Not Otedola” and aired on Arise TV had claimed that “contrary to its earlier report suggesting that Mr. Femi Otedola, had increased his shares stake in FirstHoldco Plc to 40 per cent, from his current 15 per cent, […]
The Senate has passed a bill to establish the Federal Oil and Gas Hospital in Benikrukru, Delta State. The hospital would address the health challenges of oil and gas workers and host communities affected by exploration activities. The bill, sponsored by Senator Joel Thomas (APC–Delta), was presented during plenary by Senator Banigo Ipalibo Harry (PDP–Rivers), […]
Bayelsa State governor Senator Douye Diri has challenged the chairmen of the eight local government areas to support his administration’s efforts to boost agriculture, ensure food security and create jobs. Diri said his administration was committed to boosting food production through large-scale farming in communities across the state. The governor, who identified agriculture as a […]
Bayelsa State has demanded the creation of 25 more local government areas (LGAs) in addition to the eight currently in place, bringing the number to 33 councils. It also proposed fiscal federalism, the establishment of state police, and electoral and judicial reforms. The state’s attorney-general and commissioner for Justice, Mr. Biriyai Dambo (SAN), presented the […]
The Senate on Tuesday paid glowing tributes to the late Awujale and Paramount Ruler of Ijebuland, His Majesty Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, who passed away recently at the age of 91 after a remarkable 65-year reign. Senator Gbenga Daniel (Ogun East) moved the motion, which described the late monarch as a towering figure in Nigeria’s […]
The National Executive Committee of the Nigerian Academy of Pharmacy has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Pharm. (Sir) Ifeanyi Atueyi. The Academy described his death as the end of an era and the loss of a national icon. In a statement jointly signed by its President, Pharm. Prof. Lere Baale, Secretary-General, Pharm. Lekan […]
As part of his administration’s commitment to enhancing efficiency and strengthening good governance, Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya has officially inaugurated the Chairmen and Members of the reconstituted Boards and Commissions in Gombe State. The inauguration ceremony took place at the new banquet hall of the Government House. The newly reconstituted Boards and Commissions include the […]
Interim national chairman of African Democratic Congress (ADC) and former Senate president David Mark, has said the demise of professor of political science, Jonah Isawa Elaigwu, has created a vacuum in both the academia and national development. He stated this in a statement mourning the passing of Elaigwu, an emeritus professor of political science at […]
Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate in the 2023 election, Peter Obi, has said the current state of the country makes it difficult to have personal merriments. He stated this on his X handle while thanking Nigerians who celebrated his 64th birthday with him. “As I turned 64 years old yesterday, I must confess that the […]
…Says 27.5% Interest Depressing Businesses The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has again retained its key monetary policy parameters, including the Monetary Policy Rate (MPR) at a high 27.5 percent, a move that continues to draw sharp criticism from the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) as detrimental to business growth and economic recovery. […]