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18 Apr
The law firm of Duale, Ovia and Alex-Adedipe (DOA) has opened the registration portal for the 2024 Technology, Media and Telecommunication (TMT) Business Law Breakfast Series. The event, scheduled to hold at 9am on 2nd May, 2024 at Ebony Life Place, Victoria Hall, Lagos, will serve as a catalyst for collaboration, innovation, and growth in…
26 Mar
The anticipation is palpable as the construction and building material industry in Nigeria gears up for its most awaited event of the year: Nigeria BuildExpo 2024. Celebrating its 8th year, the International Construction, Building Material & Technology Exhibition promises to be a game-changer, bringing together the finest minds in the construction industry, cutting-edge technologies, and innovative solutions under one roof.
25 Mar
Nigerian banks have always sought opportunities for offshore expansion to boost their revenue and attract investment. Lately, though, the drive for global opportunities to hedge domestic risks has intensified. In 2023, three foremost banks, as part of their expansionary initiatives, took bold steps that are expected to unlock value for them in the international market.
16 Jan
In a game-changing move for the Nigerian oil sector, Renaissance Africa Energy has reached a groundbreaking agreement with Shell to acquire its entire shareholding in The Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria Limited (SPDC). Renaissance is a consortium consisting of ND Western Limited, Aradel Holdings Plc. the Petrolin Group, FIRST Exploration and Petroleum Development Company…
29 Nov
The Enterprise, Growth, and Opportunities (EGO) Foundation, through its SheEnabled project's fourth phase, has provided empowerment to female business owners living in the Yaba community. This endeavour reflects the NGO's commitment to improving financial literacy among women in key markets throughout Lagos State. The Foundation, dedicated to alleviating poverty and unemployment in African communities emphasizes…
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Turkey's central bank held its key interest rate steady on Thursday but warned it could hike it again as the country's soaring inflation remains a headache for President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's government. The central bank's monetary policy committee decided to keep the policy rate at 50 percent. But it left the door open to raising…
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Renowned rapper Kanye West, who legally changed his name to 'Ye' in 2021, is reportedly planning to venture into the adult film industry. According to sources, Ye is planning to set up his own studio, marking his entry as a producer in the adult film industry. A representative for Ye has reportedly told TMZ that…
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The Corps Marshal, Mr Dauda Biu, has hailed road marshals nationwide for their doggedness and sacrifices in checkmating routes violations thereby reducing road traffic accidents by 42 per cent.
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Vietnam's top soft drinks tycoon was jailed for eight years on Thursday in a $40 million fraud case, the latest high-profile business figure snared in the country's sweeping crackdown on corruption.
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The Lagos State Ministry of Education is investigating the Indian Language School in Ilupeju accused of denying Nigerians admission. The move to carry out the investigation was a result of a post made by an X user @decommonroom who shared his experience with the school. “The Indian school in Ilupeju only admits Indians. You need…
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The Oyo State Police Command has announced that it is investigating a shooting incident that occurred in the early hours of Monday, April 22nd, at a popular nightclub along the "Under G" area of Owode-Ogbomoso. The police, in a statement on Thursday, said the shooting incident claimed the life of one Iyanda Damilola. A distress…
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Four scam victims in Japan sued Facebook on Thursday after being hoodwinked by fraudulent online investment ads that used images of celebrities without their consent, their lawyer said.
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US Secretary of State Antony Blinken called Thursday on the United States and China to manage their differences "responsibly" as he landed in Beijing for tough talks with the rival power's leaders.
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Authorities have confirmed the escape of 118 inmates from the Suleja Medium Security Custodial Centre, Niger state, following a heavy downpour that wreaked havoc on the facility, Wednesday night. The rain which lasted hours was said to have destroyed part of the main facility and the perimeter fence giving way for the inmates to escape.…
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A yet-to-be-identified elderly passenger has passed away in a commercial bus while travelling along the Ogbomoso-Ilorin expressway in Kwara State. Eyewitnesses said the deceased was believed to be in his late 60s. The incident, which left fellow passengers in shock, reportedly occurred after the bus experienced mechanical problems near Ote town. According to Abeni Okin,…