The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has dismantled an international cocaine trafficking cartel that used Nigeria as a transit hub for moving illicit drugs to the United Kingdom, other parts of Europe and Asia, arresting its Nigerian arrowhead, a self-styled luxury goods dealer and social media influencer, as he attempted to flee the country.…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), under the leadership of its Chairman, Prof. Joash Ojo Amupitan, SAN, has commenced intensified preparations for the 2027 General Election, with a firm commitment to ensuring that the elections are credible, inclusive, participatory and reflective of the will of the Nigerian people. The commitment was reinforced at a strategic…
Nationwide campus experience brings music, entertainment and talent discovery to students, with opportunities for emerging artistes to win prizes and advance their careers. For Rite Foods Limited, bringing BIGI Carbonated Soft Drinks and Fearless Energy Drink to Nigerian campuses is about more than brand engagement. Through its partnership with Soundcity OnTour, the company is creating…
By Blaise Udunze Three years after the removal of the fuel subsidy and the adjustment of the foreign-exchange regime, Nigeria’s revenue and external positions have improved significantly. After escaping the fiscal cliff as touted, but with the United States questioning the country’s fiscal transparency, the harder question is whether these gains can be translated into…
The planned Initial Public Offering of the Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals has taken a significant step forward with the successful completion of a US$1 billion underwriting programme, strengthening the capital markets foundation for what could become Africa’s most consequential industrial listing. The programme, structured by Marob Strategies and Consulting DIFC Ltd and Lilium Capital…
The Lagos State Government has reiterated its strict prohibition on the permanent or everyday use of dealer number plates, warning motorists and vehicle dealers against deploying them for purposes outside those permitted by law. Under the Lagos State Transport Sector Reform Law, 2018, dealer number plates are issued strictly for specific, time-limited activities – namely,…
The Nigeria Police Force has confirmed the loss of ten gallant Police personnel during an encounter with a heavily armed group of suspected bandits along the Rafin Makuku axis of Sakaba Local Government Area, Kebbi State. The Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Ani Iniedu disclosed in a statement on Tuesday, that about 0925hrs on Monday,…
The Governor of Lagos State, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Saturday, expressed the State’s readiness to host the inaugural National Intermediate Sports Festival, scheduled from 1 to 15 October. Governor Sanwo-Olu stated that Lagos accepted the opportunity to host the first National Intermediate Sports Festival after the National Sports Commission awarded the hosting rights to the…
By Blaise Udunze Could it be said that Nigeria’s true identity today represents a country suffering and grappling with soaring inflation, mass unemployment, failing public infrastructure and multidimensional poverty despite almost three decades of enormous public revenue inflows? With the look of things, one question therefore deserves urgent national attention. Without missing any words, what…
As MSMEs across the South-East seek opportunities for growth, market expansion and cross-border trade, Stanbic IBTC, in partnership with the Anambra State Government, convened the Nigeria Business Summit Regional Tour in Onitsha to equip businesses with practical solutions for sustainable growth. The summit, organised in collaboration with the Anambra State Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Trade, brought…