Author: Newsjaunts
The Executive Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), Dr. Zacch Adedeji, announced that the Federal Government is set to introduce new tax laws by September, which will include regulations for the cryptocurrency industry. Speaking on Saturday at the FIRS 2024 Stakeholders Engagement with the Senate and House of Representatives Committees on Finance in Lagos, Dr. Adedeji highlighted the absence of current legal frameworks governing cryptocurrency in Nigeria, calling for the urgent need for regulation. Nigeria’s cryptocurrency industry is estimated to be worth up to $400 million and one of the largest in Africa around 33% of the country’s…
By Gabriel Okino A lot has been said about the former governor of Zamfara state and Minister for State for Defence, Hon Bello Matawalle. Interestingly, they dwelled in the realm of speculation and not reality. There is a fact that can’t be washed away about Hon Bello Matawalle: he is a bold and courageous individual who does not suffer fools gladly. He might not be the darling of newspapers, but a close encounter with him would reveal the depth and quality of his thoughts and how pragmatic he can be in his methodologies. I had an encounter with him, and…
In a bold move to bolster youth employment and workforce readiness, Adron Homes and Properties has successfully trained 3,000 young people at its Recharged National Convention, a mid-year event designed to enhance capacity-building. The three-day training, which will end this Saturday, is taking place at Adron’s Shimawa training school, marking a significant effort by the real estate company to empower Nigerian youths with the necessary skills for personal and professional growth. The convention, tagged “Recharged National Convention,” brings together participants from various backgrounds, all with a shared goal of improving their employability and self-development. Through the initiative, Adron has provided…
Hon Wale Sodehinde, Project Director of National Transporters Game while speaking with newsmen during stadium inspection with national transporter leaders in Sagamu, and Ikenne,he revealed that the intention of the game was to bring unity in diversity among transporters in Nigeria,Africa and the world at large. Stadiums inspected includes:Gateway International Stadium Sagamu,Remo Star stadium Ikenne owned by Hon Kunle Soname and National Youth Service Corp,Camp Sagamu for accomodations of participants. Sodehinde opined that the major aim is to change the narrative and perception image damage to Nigeria transporter. Hon Wale Sodehinde while acknowledging the initiator Engr Dayo Ogundipe who conceived…
In a landmark move for the hospitality industry, renowned On-Air Personality (OAP) Coy Birijo has been appointed as the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Wetland Gardens. This appointment marks the beginning of a transformative era, with Birijo set to infuse his unique blend of charisma, innovation, and customer-centric philosophy into the establishment. Vision:To position Wetland Gardens as the ultimate destination for premium services, exceptional customer experiences, and unforgettable memories. Mission:To cultivate a welcoming environment where guests can enjoy top-tier entertainment, savor exquisite cuisine, and receive outstanding customer service, all at an accessible price. Objectives: Under Birijo’s dynamic leadership,…
…says Olokola Deep Sea Port, LNG Project Coming Soon
…names Abubakar Badaru, Zamfara Governor Lawal and US based Jackson Ude as members network
The Ogun State Government, on Thursday, released the list of members of non-statutory boards recently appointed by Governor Dapo Abiodun to run the various boards in the state. This indication was given in a statement by the Special Adviser, Media and Strategy to the governor, Hon. Kayode Akinmade. The appointments, the statement said, are the first in the series of appointments that will soon be announced by the state government. The appointments cover the Ogun Waste Management Authority (OGWAMA), Ogun State Agricultural and Multipurpose Credit Agency (OSAMCA), Plantgate Limited and the Ogun State Alternative Medicine Board (OGAMB). The membership of…
Get ready for a powerful cinematic experience as the highly anticipated faith-based movie “CHAINS – No Longer a Slave” premieres at Silverbird Cinema, SEC Abuja, today 15th August, 2024, at 5 pm. The movie, which features top gospel music artists and minister including Apostle Anselm Maduboko, Onos Ariyo, Solomon Lange, Tayo Christian, Flora Lange, Ccioma, Naomi Mac others, tells a story of A Gospel Music Artist sets out on a journey to balance his Music Ministry and the Realities of the Music Industry, putting at risk all he’s built over the years, while battling with a moral disease common to…
The Federal High Court in Lagos has ordered the interim forfeiture of a cash sum of $2,045m linked to the former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Godwin Emefiele. Justice Akintayo Aluko also ordered the interim forfeiture of seven landed properties linked to the suspended CBN Governor. The lands are listed as: “two fully detached duplexes of identical structures, lying being and situated at No. 17b Hakeem Odumosu Street, Lekki Phase 1, Lagos; an undeveloped/bare land, measuring 1919.592sqm with Survey Plan No. DS/LS/340 LYING, being and situate at Oyinkan Abayomi Drive (Formerly Queens Drive), Ikoyi, Lagos; a bungalow…