Author: Newsjaunts
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has promised a reward of N2.5 million for each gold medal won by the state’s athletes at the National Sports Festival kicking off on Sunday in the state. The governor also promised the sum of N1.5 million and N1 million, respectively, for each silver and bronze medal won at the competition. Governor Abiodun made the promise when he visited the Athletics Camp at Babcock University, Ilisan-Remo, Ikenne Local Government Area of the state. Addressing the state contingents at the camp, Governor Abiodun further promised the sum of N50,000 to each participating Ogun State athlete…
…..expresses readiness to give maximum publicity to executed projects
Governor Charles Soludo has embarked on the construction of the double lane trans-Nkisi boulevard, G.R.A, Onitsha, in continuation of his ongoing regeneration drive in transforming Anambra State into one smart mega city. The infrastructure and transformational project of Governor Soludo are evident in the newly commissioned Government House and Lodge, by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, which comprises the Governor’s residence, the Deputy Governor’s lodge, the Governor’s Office, and 24 other structures, which include a world-class amphitheatre and auditorium. Others are the sprawling Solution Fun City in Awka, designed for recreational activities of the people, and an eight-lane road named after…
The achievements of Governor Charles Soludo has continue to attract commendation by key stakeholders in Anambra State. Hon Dr. Pascal Agbodike a member representing Ihiala federal constituency, in the House of Representative, has commended the governor for his well thought regeneration especially in Ihiala Local Government Area of Anambra State. The Federal lawmaker said Soludo has done well in his regeneration projects and infrastructural development. At the Ihiala stakeholders’ engagement, Hon. Agbodike stated that in terms of human capital development and infrastructure, Soludo is the best-performing governor he has seen. “His impact is being felt in every area of the…
In a renewed effort to fast-track the implementation of strategic agreements with the People’s Republic of China, the Federal Government of Nigeria has reconvened a high-level inter-ministerial follow-up meeting. The session, jointly organized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Nigeria-China Strategic Partnership (NCSP), focused on reviewing progress and resolving challenges related to outcomes from the 2024 FOCAC Summit and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s historic state visit to China. The meeting, chaired by Ambassador Janet Olisa, Director of Regions at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, brought together key representatives from Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) involved in the bilateral…
Sports Writers Association of Nigeria, Imo State Chapter has implored the Imo State Governor, Distinguished Senator Hope Uzodimma for the immediate release of funds meant for the Ogun 2024 National Sports Festival tagged Gateway 2024 National Sports Festival (NSF). The Association rose from its monthly Congress to appeal to the Imo Governor for the funds to be made available to the state athletes and their officials for them to wrap up their preparations and to ensure the Eastern Heartland is not left out of this national competition aimed at discovering the stars of tomorrow. SWAN, Imo in a press statement…
Leading financial institution, Fidelity Bank Plc, has reentered the trillion-naira market capitalisation club, after its share price rose by 5.3%, climbing from ₦19.95 to ₦21.00 on May 13, 2025, according to data from the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX). This latest development also brings the total number of Nigerian companies with a trillion-naira market capitalisation to 19. According to a report published on Techcabal website, the bank had previously dropped below the threshold on May 12, marking another fluctuation in its valuation. Earlier in the year, Fidelity Bank Plc first reached the trillion-naira milestone on April 4, 2025, joining tier-1 banks…
A hundred years ago, a vision was set into motion—one that would shape the lives of countless young men and instill in them values of faith, discipline, and national service. This vision became The African Lads Brigade, founded in May 1925 with a singular purpose: to mould boys into godly and responsible men through Bible teachings, military drills, and music. As The Lads Brigade marks its Centenary Anniversary, the air is thick with nostalgia and pride. From its early days, inspired by models from Glasgow, Scotland, The Lads Brigade took firm root in Nigeria, starting with the pioneering companies attached…
As part of efforts at human capital building and value orientation among young Nigerians, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Rite Foods Limited, Seleem Adegunwa, charged students of the Nigerian University of Technology and Management (NUTM) to take advantage of the immense opportunities in the Nigerian ecosystem. The Rite Foods’ boss, who was accompanied by his top management team to the institution at Apapa, Lagos, on the 7th of May, 2025, urged the students to take hold of the opportunities that abound in the country, adopt measures of attaining their dreams, be courageous, committed to their course, and…
LAGOS, Nigeria, April 15, 2025 Global innovative technology brand, TECNO, has officially unveiled the CAMON 40 Premier 5G, the flagship model in its newly launched CAMON 40 Series. Designed to revolutionize mobile photography and everyday smartphone use, the CAMON 40 Premier 5G introduces groundbreaking AI-powered imaging, seamless 5G connectivity, and high-speed performance driven by an advanced MediaTek Dimensity 8350 processor. The CAMON 40 Series features four models; CAMON 40, CAMON 40 Pro, CAMON 40 Pro 5G, and CAMON 40 Premier 5G, each equipped with powerful capabilities to meet the evolving needs of modern smartphone users. The Premier 5G, in particular,…