Author: Saint Augustine

The Chief Executive Officer of Ashford Industries Nigeria Limited, Mr. Okey Justine Ezeh has urged the general public to disregard publications by a cloned and faceless entity called Transperec IT and the “wicked” activities of Waheed Olagunju and Collins Chike Chikeluba. Ezeh who made this appeal while responding to a malicious report linked to the Transparency International by a group called Transperec IT observed that upon thorough investigation, it was discovered that Mr. Waheed Olagunju, a former Nigerian Television Authority, NTA news anchor and later Acting Managing Director of Bank of Industry, and Mr. Collins Chike Chikeluba, a former Central…

… As Comptroller Jaiyeoba Harps on Benefits of Compliance The Apapa Command of Nigeria Customs Service, NCS has collected N489,614,095,022.15 as total revenue for the first quarter of 2024, which is over a hundred per cent higher than the N212.5b collected same period of 2023 Customs Area Controller, CAC of the command, Comptroller Babajide Jaiyeoba, commended the officers and port stakeholders for their cooperation towards the attainment of the laudable feat and called for sustained compliance by government and private sector stakeholders. The Controller reminded them that the Apapa Command of the NCS is playing a critical role towards the…

Amidst escalating environmental challenges, the “Project Save the Earth Initiative” emerges as a beacon of hope and a driver for change. Founded on the principles of environmental conservation and climate change awareness, this initiative is poised to transform how we perceive and tackle the urgent issue of climate change. Central to its mission, Project Save the Earth Initiative aims to cultivate broad awareness about climate change and its profound impact on our planet. Through innovative campaigns, educational initiatives, and community engagement, the initiative empowers individuals and communities to take decisive action against climate change. A primary objective of the initiative…

By Mmaduabuchi Onwumelu The Secretary of the Board of Anambra Beach Soccer Warriors, Dr. Emma Nsoedo last Wednesday expressed readiness about the upcoming National Beach Soccer Competition billed to hold in Kebbi State from 10th April to 13th April 2024. Addressing Newsmen at Moonshine Residence, Nnewi, Dr. Nsoedo, a former Commissioner for Sports , Anambra State, stated that they have all it takes to win the competition, stating that they have garnered enough experience and exposure, announcing that Anambra State would host the second round of the competition after Kebbi State. According to him, they have been engaging in local…

Nigeria’s definitive bank for small and medium-sized businesses, as well as their customers and employees, Moniepoint Microfinance Bank, has unveiled its new Unstructured Supplementary Service Data, USSD service. This service, accessible via the account control code *5573#, offers a fast, secure, and user-friendly platform for consumers to conduct their banking activities with ease, from any mobile device without the need for an internet connection. This move is expected to increase convenience and accessibility whilst showcasing the bank’s commitment to financial inclusion and enhancing safety and security across the digital payment ecosystem. The USSD Banking suite includes a variety of services…

By Mmaduabuchi Onwumelu The Bishop, Diocese on the Niger, Anglican Communion, Anambra State, Rt. Rev. Dr. Owen Nwokolo, has advised Nigerians to firmly stand their ground and take responsibility instead of giving up or blaming governments. The prelate also counselled the citizens to use their hands to produce tangible things of great value capable of benefitting themselves and others wherever they found themselves. Nwokolo who gave the advice in his 2024 Easter Message to Nigerians maintained that the best way to approach the present economic difficulty in the country was for the citizens to firmly stand their ground and take…

Heirs Technologies, a digital transformation solutions company, has reiterated its commitment to driving Africa’s digital transformation through innovative and locally tailored solutions. At a press parley held at the Heirs Towers, in Victoria Island, Lagos on Wednesday. The leadership of the Technology firm unveiled its core business areas to include IT Consulting, Managed Services, and Business Process Outsourcing. The Chief Executive Officer, Heirs Technologies, Obong Idiong, who highlighted the company’s vision and mission, emphasized the abundant opportunities in Africa and the importance of keeping the continent at the forefront of technological advancements. Speaking to the pressmen, he said, “We want…

The Nigerian Port Consultative Council, NPCC, has declared its support for the Nigerian Shippers’ Council’s move for self collection of one percent freight stabilization fee. The Chairman of the NPPC, Mr. Bolaji Sunmola stated this when he led members of the group on a courtesy visit to the Council’s Headquarters in Lagos on Thursday. Sunmola said that in addressing the paucity of funds, the Council requires proper funding in the execution of its regulatory activities. The NPCC Chairman who recognized the contribution of Shippers’ Council to the development of Nigeria‘s maritime sector, reiterated the need to strengthen the regulatory power…

Federal High Court, Abuja presided over by Justice Obiora Egwuatu will on April 26, 2024 entertain a suit filed by the New Nigeria People’s Party, NNPP challenging the National Congress/Convention slated for 2nd to 6th of April, 2024 by a faction led by Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, the Party’s Presidential Candidate in the 2023 Presidential election. The New Nigeria People’s Party through its Board of Trustees led by Dr. Temitope Aluko has filed a suit before the Federal High Court Abuja to stop the proposed Congress/ Convention. The suit with number FHC/ABJ/ CS/ 327/2024 was filled on the 11th of…

The Association of Bureau de Change Operators of Nigeria, ABCON, an umbrella body of the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN – licensed Bureau de Change, BDCs has lauded the decision of the Olayemi Cardoso-led CBN to recall BDCs into the mainstream Foreign Exchange, FX market as a major factor in ongoing exchange rate stability. In a statement released at the weekend, ABCON President, Alhaji Dr. Aminu Gwadabe, said aside monetary policy tightening that led to increase exchange rate and more investment in government instruments, the clearance of $7 billion forex backlog forward commitments, the recall of the BDCs was also…