U.S. Secretary of State, John Kerry, Briefed About Nigeria, Promises Support

The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Olugbenga Ashiru, has briefed the United States Secretary of States, John Kerry, about Nigeria, discussing development, security and matters of interest. Ashiru said about the discussion that, “I was able to brief him on the

Fine, Jail Time; the New Penalty for Noise Making In Public, NESREA Says

The National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESREA) has said that it would begin to punish noise making in public by individuals, groups, organizations or businesses with appropriate measures including fine, jail time, or both. NESREA’s Coordinator in Osun,

EnoughisEnough Nigeria to Launch Campaign for 2015

EnoughisEnough (EiE) Nigeria will hold a press and partners event, in Ikeja, on April 29, to formally kick off its projects and campaign towards the 2015 General Elections in Nigeria. “The electoral process is at the heart of our work

President Jonathan Appoints Chairmen for Selected Agencies & Parastatals

The Secretary to the Nigeria Government, Pius Anyim, announced new chairmen for some agencies and parastatals in a statement he signed yesterday. The statement said that each Governing Council/Board shall include the Ex-officio memberships specified in the enabling law of

African Philanthropy Forum Launched to Promote Inclusive Development

The Global Philanthropy Forum (GPF) has announced the formation of its most recent regional affiliate, the African Philanthropy Forum (APF). Like the GPF, the APF will take the form of a peer-learning network of philanthropists — grant-makers and social investors

South African President, Jacob Zuma Visits Nigeria, Promises Cooperation

South African President, Jacob Zuma, one of the leaders of the emerging economic blocs consisting of Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa, visited Nigeria yesterday. He met with President Jonathan and they discussed issues ranging from trade to cooperation

‘Iron Lady’ Margaret Thatcher Dies at 87

Today marks a sad day in History, as world icon, Baroness Margaret Thatcher, passes on. Her death was confirmed by her children, Mark and Carol, and announced a few hours ago by her spokesman, Lord Bell. He said, “It is

Mobile Number Portability To Commence April 25, NCC Says

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has said that the earlier announced Mobile Number Portability (MNP) would commence April 25, –about a month from now — when roll out is expected already. MNP will allow mobile phone users to keep their

For Abuja Bombings, Henry Okah Gets 24-Year Jail Term in South Africa

Nigerian, Henry Okah, has been convicted in South Africa, after prosecutors presented that he masterminded the October 1, 2010 bombings in Abuja –which left 12 people dead and 36 injured. He was found guilty of 13-terrorism related charges. “Effectively, the

Nigerian Novelist, Chinua Achebe, Dies At 82

Nigerian Novelist and Poet, Professor Chinua Achebe is dead. He died last night in the United States, at a hospital in Boston, Massachusetts. He was a Professor of African Studies at Brown University, and was 82. He has reportedly been

Gates Foundation Appoints Country Representative to Nigeria

The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation — known globally for its philanthropic activities — headed by billionaire, Bill Gates, has announced the appointment of Dr. Mairo Mandara as Country Representative to Nigeria. She will work from the Gates Foundation Abuja

$100 million for Polio Eradication, Bloomberg’s Donation To Benefit Nigeria

Billionaire and Mayor of New York City, Michael Bloomberg, has announced a donation of $100 million for polio eradication, through the Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI). The donation would benefit Nigeria, as one of the countries where people are still

Nigeria’s Optima Media Group Partners With Bloomberg Television

The Bloomberg Media Group, a division of Bloomberg L.P., today announced a multi-year rolling partnership agreement with Nigeria-based content provider, Optima Media Group, strengthening Bloomberg’s position as a leading supplier of global business and financial news television across the African

With New Data Centre in Ikeja, Business Connexion Brings Cloud Computing to SMEs in Nigeria

Business Connexion, Africa’s leading provider of data centre and cloud computing services, officially launched its highly efficient and secure Cloud Computing Services in Lagos this week. Business Connexion (BCX) is working in close co-operation with approved local resellers to develop

Guinness Takes Its Water of Life Project To Agbor, in Delta State

“Water is an essential element in our daily lives and its importance cannot be overstated,” said the MD of Guinness Nigeria, Seni Adetu, as he launched Guinness Water of Life Project in Oza Nogogo Community in Agbor, Delta State. The

Bill Clinton’s Handshake, Awards and Cash, as THISDAY Honours Outstanding Teachers

THISDAY group, owners of THISDAY Newspaper and organizers of the annual Thisday awards, yesterday honoured outstanding retired teachers in Nigeria. The organization gave awards, cash prizes and something of lifetime value; a handshake from a former US President, and one

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