Author: Newsjaunts
The Ogun State government has described the recently approved Kajola dry port as a game changer in the economy of the state, as itwill create at least 40,000 jobs for both skilled and unskilled workers.This was just as it assured all stakeholders that their interests had been captured in the project, adding that the construction of the dry port would expand the internally generated revenue for the state, reduce transport and transaction costs, and attract various infrastructure and regional development projects, amongst others.This was disclosed by the state Commissioner For Transportation, Hon Olugbenga Dairo, during a chat with pressmen in…
The Ogun State government has described the recently approved Kajola dry port as a game changer in the economy of the state, as itwill create at least 40,000 jobs for both skilled and unskilled workers.This was just as it assured all stakeholders that their interests had been captured in the project, adding that the construction of the dry port would expand the internally generated revenue for the state, reduce transport and transaction costs, and attract various infrastructure and regional development projects, amongst others.This was disclosed by the state Commissioner For Transportation, Hon Olugbenga Dairo, during a chat with pressmen in…
The Honourable Minister of State for Defence (HMOSD) Dr Bello Muhammad Matawalle during a working visit to the USA, had a meeting at the United States Capitol on 13 December 2023 with some members of the US Congress; prominent amongst them was Congresswoman Betty McCollum. Betty McCollum is currently heading the United States House Commitee on Appropriations for Defence. Highlights of the meeting was in line with President Ahmed Bola Tinubu’s agenda in seeking ways of enhancing the already existing cordial-diplomatic relationship between Nigeria and the USA. During the meeting, areas of supporting the ongoing security sector reforms being carried…
The Alternative Bank Limited, a forward-thinking financial institution, is taking proactive steps to combat hunger and environmental distress in Ogoniland. Teaming up with over 800 local farmers, the bank has launched the Agricultural Community Support Programme (ACSP) in Bori, Khana Local Government Area of Rivers State, in collaboration with Global Entrepreneurship City Limited.At the inauguration ceremony, Gbenga Awe, Group Head of Agricultural Finance and Solid Minerals, highlighted the ACSP’s mission: to fortify local farmers, address food security, and elevate livelihoods. A key focus is also on boosting foreign exchange earnings through the export of processed agricultural products.Represented by Mr Adelana…
Preparations for the burial of late legal luminary and statesman, Prof. Ben Nwabueze, got underway on Tuesday, December 12, with the inauguration of the national burial committee co-chaired by former Commonwealth Secretary-General and chairman of The Patriots, Chief Emeka Anyaoku; and President-General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu. Prof Nwabueze, Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) and pioneer Secretary General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, died on Sunday, October 29, in his Lagos home at the age of 91. The Nwabueze family had earlier announced members of the burial committee to include Anyaoku and Iwuanyanwu (co-chairmen), Senator Ben Ndi Obi (vice-chairman), Ambassador…
Mediacraft Associates, a leading full-service public relations consultancy firm, and the exclusive Nigeria affiliate of the Fleishman Hillard global PR network, has been honored as the recipient of the prestigious ‘PR/Media Agency of The Year Award’ at the highly acclaimed Nigerian Business Leadership Awards (NBLA). The event took place on Saturday, December 9, 2023, at the Landmark Event Centre in Lagos. The company’s impactful consulting services over the past twenty years, along with its acknowledgement as Nigeria’s largest PR consultancy firm, by size, earned recognition from Businessday, the leading Nigerian newspaper specializing in market intelligence and business news.The NBLA, an…
Illegal farmers and timber contractors around the elephant conservation area in Omo Forest Reserve, in Ijebu- East/North Local Government Area of the State have been ordered to vacate the area on or before January 15, 2024. The State Commissioner for Forestry, Engr. Taiwo Oludotun, gave the order during a meeting with farmers, village heads and timber contractors at Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta, disclosing that 17 communities were identified to have encroached on the buffer zones of the Forest Reserve. According to the Commissioner, “the 17 communities are Eseke, Tamitami, Bridge, Korede, Fatai, Sojukorodo, Etemi- Gerade, Onigburugburu, Erifun, Aba Alhaja, Erimogan, Ologunna, Ori…
Lagos, Nigeria- 12th December 2023- Tingo Mobile, one of Nigeria’s leading technology solutions companies, has announced the launch of Tingo ePOS, an innovative electronic point-of-sale system designed to revolutionize financial transactions in Nigeria. Tingo ePOS helps merchants receive instant payments from customers with a single tap of the customers card on their NFC enabled mobile phones. This was disclosed at a press briefing held at Tingo head office in Lagos on Tuesday, December 12, 2023. Commenting on the launch, Auwal Muade, Chief Executive Officer of Tingo Mobile Plc, said, “This innovative Tingo ePOS solution aligns with our commitment to providing…
Lagos, Nigeria; December 13, 2023 – Polaris Bank, Nigeria’s premier digital retail Bank, showcased its unwavering commitment to supporting MSMEs by taking center stage as the headline sponsor of the recently concluded two-day Fashion Souk in Lagos. The Fashion Souk, an electric congregation of fashion enthusiasts, witnessed a surge of businesses eager to secure grants through an intense pitch competition. Beyond financial assistance, Polaris Bank emphasized customer satisfaction, ensuring an exciting fashion experience with operational POS machines and seamless transactions via the award-winning VULTe app. The event’s high point was the business pitch competition, where three outstanding businesses emerged as…