….IMF, World Bank project higher growth for Sub-Saharan Africa, Global Economy in 2018 The Honourable Minister of Finance, Mrs. Kemi Adeosun, disclosed on Sunday that the Federal Government would not be reckless with foreign borrowings as it maintains an expansionary fiscal policy. The Minister also revealed that the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank Group have projected a ... Read More »
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RIVERS CRUISES TO 2017 COWBELLPEDIA FINALS
The 2017 Cowbellpedia Secondary School Mathematics TV Quiz Show sponsored by Cowbell, the flagship brand from Promasidor Nigeria Limited, approached a crucial bend last weekend when two students from Graceland International School, Port Harcourt, Rivers State cruised into the final stage. In the Junior category, Osasere Egharevba and Jessey Uche-Nwichi pushed off the stiff challenge from Chukelu ... Read More »
CD General Secretary Expelled For Selfishness, Lack of Integrity
The General secretary of Civil Society Organisation, Campaign for Democracy (CD), Goodluck Obi has been expelled for issues relating to lack of integrity, selfishness, and participation in partisan politics. In a statement released by the group at the end of an emergency meeting held by its National Executive Council, NEC, the group vowed that it will not ... Read More »
How Integrity and pedigree is pushing Ogun Governorship Race to Abimbola Ashiru
Apparently, of all the aspirants in the gubernatorial race of Ogun State, currently, Otunba Abimbola Ashiru come across as the most reliable and trustworthy for the enviable Oke Mosan office. Before his appointment as honorable commissioner for Commerce and Industry in the state, in 2011, the position can at best be described as unenviable; it was obvious, it would require ... Read More »
EXCESS LUGGAGE: IK Ogbonna, Nikky Ufundo’s new film wins outstanding comedic film AIFF, To Open in Cinemas nationwide October 20
When a movie starts by getting critical acclaim, and also bagging awards before its opening on the silver screen, then the viewers can be sure that such a movie will turn out a good run for their money and time. ‘Excess Luggage’, the new comedy movie produced by IK Ogbonna and Nikky Ufondu, has won big at the just concluded ... Read More »
Daniel Congratulates Owa Obokun on 80th Birthday.
Former Governor of Ogun State, Otunba Gbenga Daniel has congratulated His Royal Majesty Oba (Dr.) Gabriel Adekunle Aromolaran, the Owa Obokun and paramount ruler of Ijesaland on the occasion of his 80th birthday anniversary. In his letter of congratulation, he described the revered monarch as an astute administrator, prolific writer and publisher imbued with great virtues in professionalism, dedication, integrity, ... Read More »
Infrastructural Devt: Nigeria asks World Bank, IMF to scale up Renewable Energy
Nigeria has asked the World Bank Group and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to scale up the provision of and access to renewable energy in order to deliver development results and meet global climate goals. Nigeria’s position on renewable energy and regional integration was presented by the Honourable Minister of Finance, Mrs. Kemi Adeosun, during the G24 Finance Ministers and ... Read More »
AmODE SEEKS LAWMAKERS’ SUPPORT FOR REFORMS IN TRANSPORT, ENVIRONMENT, ENERGY SECTORS
…NASS Will Revisit Motion Seeking Special Status For Lagos, Says Senator Adeola Lagos State Governor, Mr Akinwunmi Ambode on Thursday urged lawmakers to support the ongoing efforts of his administration to effect key reforms in transportation, environment and energy sectors aimed at putting the State on a sound footing for economic growth and development. Speaking at the opening session of ... Read More »
To make progress we must prioritise SMEs and the Creative Sector, Elumelu Says
The Chairman of African proprietary investment company, Heirs Holdings, Tony O. Elumelu, CON has called on the government to prioritise SMEs, the Creative Sector and access to electricity to drive job creation, inclusive growth and the diversification of the economy. He made this call while speaking on the topic “Opportunities, Productivity and Employment: Actualizing the Economic Recovery and ... Read More »
Davido’s Lawyers replies Police commissioner on Tagbo’s death
Embattled Nigerian afro-pop act, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has released a statement, through his lawyers, stating that his late friend, Tagbo Umeike, never entered his car. He also released CCTV footages of the night’s events. The statement by Davido’s lawyer, Norrison Quakers (SAN), entitled The Unfortunate Death of Tagbo Umeike; Davido’s Story, reads in full: “Our attention as ... Read More »