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IBADAN, OYO STATE, NIGERIA — The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has officially approved the introduction of two new undergraduate degree programmes at the Federal College of Agriculture, Ibadan (FCAIB), set to commence in the 2025/2026 academic session. In a statement released by Mrs. Wilson Oyekemi, Head of the Public Relations Unit at FCAIB, the newly accredited programmes are Bachelor of Science in Home Science and Management (B.Sc.) and Bachelor of Agriculture (B.Agric.), marking a significant milestone in the College’s academic evolution. The statement confirmed that both degree programmes would officially commence in the next academic session, marking a…

ABUJA, NIGERIA — The Federal Government has issued a stern rebuke to the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN), accusing the union of attempting to jeopardize national stability over what it termed a minor labour disagreement that could have been resolved through dialogue. Addressing the issue on Monday, officials underscored the strategic significance of the $20 billion Dangote Petroleum Refinery, describing it as a vital national asset that must be safeguarded and supported to operate at full capacity. The government maintained that the refinery represents a cornerstone of Nigeria’s industrial future and a vital pillar in…

Politics Begins at Home, Philips Declares

Lagos, Nigeria – Rite Foods Limited, Nigeria’s leading food and beverage company, has reaffirmed its commitment to youth empowerment and mentorship through its partnership with Women in Management, Business and Public Service (WIMBIZ) for the annual WIMBIZ Big Sister Programme 2025, held at Majidun Senior Grammar School, Ikorodu. The programme, an initiative of Women in Management, Business and Public Service (WIMBIZ), is designed to mentor and inspire young girls with the knowledge and confidence to thrive in their chosen academic fields, future careers, and personal lives. Speaking at the event on behalf of Rite Foods Limited, Olukemi Ogunsakin, Corporate Communications Manager, charged the…

The disruptive change brought about by Governor Charles Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra State shows how campaigns should be funded, as the state’s gubernatorial campaign is showcasing a startling new phenomenon in the annals of Nigerian elections. Thus far, the trend has been that governorship candidates offer money to groups and communities as they visit in search of votes, but the campaign of Governor Soludo is different. According to the State’s Commissioner for Information, Law Mefor, the various communities in Anambra State have continued to raise millions of Naira for the campaign of the Governor Soludo, who is popularly known as…

Lagos, Nigeria – October 6, 2025 – Africa’s Biggest Fitness Party, VerveLife, powered by leading domestic payments card scheme, Verve is set to return to the city of Lagos, the Centre of Excellence, for its 2025 VerveLife grand finale event, following a series of satellite events across Nigeria, Uganda and Kenya. The prestigious Eko Convention Centre in Victoria Island, Lagos will, for the first time, host this annual event which draws thousands from Lagos and beyond, for what has come to be regarded as the Fitness Party of the Year, and a major highlight of Lagos state’s famously upbeat year-end period. Themed,…

Lagos, Nigeria – October 6, 2025: Polaris Bank has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to deepen delivery of exceptional customer experiences as it joins institutions across the world to celebrate 2025 Customer Service Week, themed “Mission: Possible.” The annual global event, which runs from today Monday, October 6 to Friday, October 10, is dedicated to recognising the vital role of customer service professionals and the value they bring to customers and businesses alike. Speaking to customers and staff, the Managing Director/CEO of Polaris Bank, Kayode Lawal, emphasised that excellent service remains central to the Bank’s culture and success. He noted that…

The Nigerian Army has dismissed as false and misleading a recent online publication alleging that bandits overran troops and carted away six General Purpose Machine Guns (GPMGs) and over 30,000 rounds of ammunition in Obanla, Kwara State. Lt. Col. Polycarp Okoye, Deputy Director of Army Public Relations, 2 Division stated in a press statement that contrary to the sensational claims, troops of 148 Battalion (Rear) conducting ongoing clearance operations across Kogi and Kwara States have continued to record significant operational successes. In a recent engagement, the troops mounted a strong blocking position along the Kwara–Ekiti border axis, where they neutralized…

The publishers of ABUJA BUSINESS REPORTS NEWSPAPER & MAGAZINE, are proud to announce that the publication has been ranked No. 21 among the 40 Best Nigeria Business Blogs and Websites in 2025 by the global content curation platform, FeedSpot. This recognition underscores Abuja Business Reports’ growing influence as a credible source of business, economy, policy, and investment news from Nigeria’s capital and beyond. Since its inception, the publication has remained committed to providing timely, reliable, and engaging reports that shape conversations in Nigeria’s economic and governance spaces. Speaking on the recognition, James Ezema, the Editor-in-Chief of ABUJA BUSINESS REPORTS NEWSPAPER…

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED IBADAN, OYO STATE, NIGERIA – The Eko Boys’ High School Old Boys’ Association has commended the Federal College of Agriculture, Moor Plantation, Ibadan, Oyo State, for its leading role in advancing organic farming and sustainable agriculture in Nigeria. According to a release e-signed by Wilson Oyekemi, Head of the Public Relations Unit of the institution, the commendation was made by the Association’s President, Dr. Femi Olokodana, during a courtesy visit to the College. Dr. Olokodana, who led a delegation including Vice President Prof. Babatunde Akinsanya and Secretary Mr. Wole Ogunnanwo, lauded the College for its contributions toward…