5 h. ago UK, Nigeria strengthen trade relations to boost economic growth

The United Kingdom and Nigeria have reaffirmed their commitment to enhancing trade relations and driving economic growth through the implementation of Nigeria’s National Quality Policy under the Standards Partnership Programme– Phase II. This was issued in a statement from the British Deputy High Commission in Lagos on Monday. Launched in June 2024, the SPP – Read More

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5 h. ago Nigeria courts AfCFTA to boost insurance sector, but commitment concerns linger

Nigeria has set its sights on the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) as leverage to expand its insurance industry read more Nigeria courts AfCFTA to boost insurance sector, but commitment concerns linger

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6 h. ago Lagos Assembly: Meranda’s deputy, Chief Whip reverse to old positions

Tribune Online Lagos Assembly: Meranda’s deputy, Chief Whip reverse to old positions A wave of resignations and reshuffling continued at the crisis-hit Lagos State House of Assembly on Monday as Chief Whip, Hon David Setonji stepped down. Lagos Assembly: Meranda’s deputy, Chief Whip reverse to old positions Tribune Online

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6 h. ago VIDEO: Desmond Elliot ‘in tears’ as Meranda resigns Lagos Speakership position

Tribune Online VIDEO: Desmond Elliot ‘in tears’ as Meranda resigns Lagos Speakership position A member representing Surulere Constituency 1 in the Lagos State House of Assembly, Honourable Desmond Elliot, was moved to tears on Monday following the resignation of Honourable Mojisola Meranda as Speaker. Tribune Online reports that Meranda announced her resignation earlier on Monday. Reacting to the development, Elliot, overwhelmed with emotion, struggled to hold back tears. […] VIDEO: Desmond Elliot ‘in tears’ as Meranda resigns Lagos Speakership position Tribune Online

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7 h. ago Ramadan: Shutting down schools unwise decision, Parents tell Northern govs

Tribune Online Ramadan: Shutting down schools unwise decision, Parents tell Northern govs Parents have criticised the governments of four northern states: Katsina, Kebbi, Kano, and Bauchi for shutting down schools during the ongoing Ramadan fasting, describing the decision as shocking and completely unwise. The National President of the Parent-Teacher Association of Nigeria (PTAN), Alhaji Haruna Danjuma, expressed this position in an exclusive interview with the Nigerian Tribune […] Ramadan: Shutting down schools unwise decision, Parents tell Northern govs Tribune Online

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8 h. ago WATO’s controversial position on Colombia’s FARC and the cocaine trade: A case study in narcoterrorism

The World Anti-Terrorism Organization (WATO TRUST), under the leadership of Dr. Yogita Karache and its Director of Intelligence, has taken read more WATO’s controversial position on Colombia’s FARC and the cocaine trade: A case study in narcoterrorism

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9 h. ago VeryDarkMan Arrives China To Combat Fraud Targeting Nigerian Entrepreneurs

Renowned social media activist VeryDarkMan (VDM), born Martins Vincent Otse, has arrived in China to assist in the fight against fraud and scammers targeting Nigerian business owners, suppliers and manufacturers in China. Taking to his Instagram page on Sunday, March 3, VDM surprisingly  posted a video of himself in China. The controversial activist revealed that […] The post VeryDarkMan Arrives China To Combat Fraud Targeting Nigerian Entrepreneurs appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Ogun monarch expresses disappointment over ‘King of Street’ title conferred on Portable

Tribune Online Ogun monarch expresses disappointment over ‘King of Street’ title conferred on Portable The Eselu of Iselu, Oba Akintunde Akinyemi, has expressed disappointment over the conferment of "King of Street" chieftaincy title on the controversial singer, Habeeb Olalomi Okikiola, popularly known as 'Portable' by the Olu of Itori, Oba Abdulfatai Akamo. Ogun monarch expresses disappointment over ‘King of Street’ title conferred on Portable Tribune Online

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14 h. ago I’ll Use ECOWAS Marathon’s Prize Money For Further Study – Dagyan

Nigerian teenage athlete Sunday Dagyan, who clinched victory in the 5km event at the ECOWAS-Abuja International Marathon held on Saturday, announced his plans to use the $1,000 (approximately N1.6 million) prize money to further his education and purchase training shoes. “I feel incredibly excited because this is my first time winning a competition with a […]

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15 h. ago Mohbad: Wunmi calls out ‘TikTok activist’ Yomi Fabiyi over incitement, defamation

By Seyi Babalola Wunmi, the embattled wife of late musician Ilerioluwa Aloba nicknamed Mohbad, has openly condemned controversial actor Yomi Fabiyi, accusing him of incitement, misleading the public, and reckless exploitation. During an interview on Arise News TV, Wunmi stated her dissatisfaction with the damage Fabiyi has done to her reputation since joining the Justice […] The post Mohbad: Wunmi calls out ‘TikTok activist’ Yomi Fabiyi over incitement, defamation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Standard Chartered Adopts ICC’s Sustainable Trade Finance Principles

Standard Chartered has announced adopting the International Chamber of Commerce’s (ICC) recently published industry Principles for Sustainable Trade Finance. The move makes Standard Chartered the first international bank to confirm its Sustainable Trade Finance solutions’ alignment with the recently announced global industry principles. In October 2024, ICC published a set of principles aimed at providing […]

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16 h. ago NAICOM calls for uniformity of regulation to harness AfCFTA’s benefits

Tribune Online NAICOM calls for uniformity of regulation to harness AfCFTA’s benefits THE Nigerian Insurance Commission (NAICOM) has identified uniformity in regulation for effective implementation and leveraging of the opportunities offered by the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). The Deputy Commissioner, Technical, National Insurance Commission (NAICOM), Dr. Usman Jankara, who represented the Commissioner for Insurance stated this at a brainstorming session with the industry’s operators on […] NAICOM calls for uniformity of regulation to harness AfCFTA’s benefits Tribune Online

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21 h. ago TAJBank’s partnership with AIFC receives Ooni’s commendation

The partnership between TAJBank Nigeria and Astana International Financial Centre, Kazakhstan, to promote non-interest banking, boost Nigeria’s merchandise trade with Asian countries, and improve the country’s foreign exchange earnings, has received commendation from the Ooni of Ife, Oba Enitan Ogunwusi. Ogunwusi, according to a statement, gave the commendation during the signing of the Memorandum of Read More

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24 h. ago NDLEA Nabs Auto Spare Parts Seller In Lagos Airport, Recovers Illicit Drugs

National Drug Law Enforcement Agency has arrested an auto spare parts dealer, identified as Okeke Ebuka Igwe, at Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Ikeja Lagos. It was gathered that Mr. Okeke, on the 24th of February, 2025 was apprehend by officials of NDLEA, while attempting to send two parcels of 1.10kg cocaine concealed in vehicle propellers […] The post NDLEA Nabs Auto Spare Parts Seller In Lagos Airport, Recovers Illicit Drugs appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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25 h. ago “Demonic possession” plea saves Nigerian man from UK deportation

A Nigerian criminal who has been convicted of armed robbery and crack cocaine dealing has been allowed to remain in the UK due to his belief that he is possessed by demons, The Telegraph reported on Sunday. The man, who was jailed for seven years in 2011 for carrying out an armed robbery on a Read More

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28 h. ago NDLEA Arrests Angola Businessman After Excreting 120 Wraps Of Cocaine At Kano Airport

National Drug Law Enforcement Agency has apprehend a 42-year-old Angola businessman, identified as Mbala Abuba, at the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport in Kano State. It was gathered that Abuba was caught attempting to traffic 120 wraps of cocaine, which he had ingested, to Istanbul, Turkey. He was arrested on Tuesday, February 25, at the […] The post NDLEA Arrests Angola Businessman After Excreting 120 Wraps Of Cocaine At Kano Airport appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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28 h. ago Nigeria to host UAE’s Investopia first African Summit in 2025

Tribune Online Nigeria to host UAE’s Investopia first African Summit in 2025 Nigeria has emerged as the first African country to host the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Investopia Summit in 2025. The Minister of Industry, Trade, and Investment, Dr.Jumoke Oduwole, said, “hosting Investopia Africa 2025 in Nigeria reaffirms our transformation into a leading investment hub. “Our reforms are creating a stable, transparent, and high-growth economy. We look […] Nigeria to host UAE’s Investopia first African Summit in 2025 Tribune Online

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31 h. ago EU educates Nigerian students on study opportunities in Europe

The European Union through its ‘Study in Europe Fair,’ has provided Nigerian students with direct access to information about studying in Europe, offering opportunities to explore a diverse range of academic programmes and disciplines. The ‘2025 EU Study in Europe Fair’ is a collaborative initiative led by the EU Delegation in Nigeria with active participation Read More

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31 h. ago Ramadan: Middle Belt Forum condemns closure of schools in North

Tribune Online Ramadan: Middle Belt Forum condemns closure of schools in North It posited that the action serves as a stark confirmation of the long-standing fears among non-Muslims in these states—that the implementation of Sharia does not differentiate between Muslims and non-Muslims. Ramadan: Middle Belt Forum condemns closure of schools in North Tribune Online

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33 h. ago Wunmi Aloba Demands Protection For Widows, Accuses Yomi Fabiyi Of Harming Her Through Public Incitement

Wunmi Aloba, the wife of late singer Mohbad, has accused controversial actor Yomi Fabiyi of fueling public hostility towards her by exploiting a personal video for financial gain. In an interview with Arise News TV on Saturday, Wunmi voiced her frustration, alleging that Fabiyi has been tarnishing her reputation ever since he became involved in […] The post Wunmi Aloba Demands Protection For Widows, Accuses Yomi Fabiyi Of Harming Her Through Public Incitement appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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