By FIDELUS ZWANSON CENTRAL Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor Olayemi Cardoso is expected to outline key monetary and regulatory priorities when he addresses financial sector leaders at the 2025 Annual Bankers’ Dinner of the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN) on 28 November. The event, now in its 60th edition, is regarded as a […]
By DAVID JOHN-FLUKE THE Association of Nigerian Authors (ANA) brought its 44th International Convention to a stirring close on 1 November 2025, with a glittering awards dinner celebrating the nation’s finest writers. The ceremony, held at the Chinua Achebe International Conference Center, Mamman Vatsa Writers’ Village, Abuja, marked the announcement of the winners of the […]
By PAULINA NZERUBE THE Delta State Government has applauded the Livelihood Improvement and Family Enterprises in the Niger Delta (LIFE-ND) project, supported by the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), for engaging 630 new incubatees under its additional financing phase. The project, jointly funded by the Federal Government of Nigeria, IFAD, and the Niger Delta […]
By NINI NDUONOFIT-AKOH NIGERIAN rice farmers and millers have renewed their “Eat Nigerian Rice” campaign to boost local production and curb capital flight from foreign rice imports. Speaking during a World Food Day roadshow in Abuja, Peter Dama, National Chairman of the Competitive African Rice Forum for Sustainable Development, urged the Federal Government to end […]
By AUGUSTINA McSOLOMON-OGHAKPERUO THE Boyloaf Foundation, in partnership with the Miss Peace Organisation and supported by the Bayelsa State Government, has called on youths in the Niger Delta to embrace peace, tolerance, and empathy. The call was made in Yenagoa during an event marking the International Day of Peace themed “Little Hands, Big Dreams.” Children […]
By ABDUL AHMED (A.A.) RUFUS THE Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in the FCT says it resolved 38 disputes between January and August 2025 through its Peace and Conflict Resolution (PCR) unit. FCT Commandant Olusola Odumosu disclosed this during a peace walk in Abuja to mark the International Day of Peace, themed “Act […]
By TINA TOLUTOPE PRESIDENT Bola Tinubu has hailed his wife, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, on her 65th birthday, describing her as his confidant, counsellor, and “steady flame.” In a heartfelt tribute, the President praised the First Lady’s compassion, strength, and devotion, noting her profound impact on millions of Nigerians. He lauded her quiet sacrifices and role […]
By AUGUSTINA McSOLOMON-OGHAKPERUO DELTA State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has praised the Adesuwa-Uadiale Foundation for donating educational materials and modern toilet facilities worth millions to Erhavwen Primary School in Ughelli North. Speaking through his deputy, Monday Onyeme, the governor described education as key to national progress and pledged government partnership with the foundation. Founded in memory […]
By SANI BATURE MEMBERS of the Nigerian Defence Academy’s 47th Regular Course gathered in Abuja for their 30th reunion, the first since leaving the academy. The three-day event began Friday with prayers and a social evening, followed by a health walk and sports on Saturday, with activities rounded off by a grand dinner. Participants included […]
By ESTHER McWILLIS-IKHIDE NIGERIA LNG Ltd. (NLNG) has won the 2025 Best Corporate Training Partner Award from the Oil and Gas Trainers Association of Nigeria (OGTAN) at the 4th Human Capital Development Awards in Lagos. The award recognises NLNG’s sustained investment in workforce development, skills transfer, and education. Receiving the award on behalf of NLNG, […]