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Asky Airlines Resumes Full Operation After Ban

April 19, 2022

  The carrier, Asky Airlines, which was temporarily banned on July 28, announced immediate resumption of services from Lagos to Abuja less than 24 hours after the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) lifted ban on the regional operator. Asky was temporarily banned for airlifting the American who was the first Ebola victim in Nigeria, the … Continue reading Asky Airlines Resumes Full Operation After Ban

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Agriculture BUSINESS Media News Uncategorized

F.G, Dangote Sign $1 Billion Rice Investment MoU

April 19, 2022

Nigerian Government on Friday announced it has signed a $1 billion rice investment Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote. The MoU which was signed at the State House in Abuja saw the Minister of Agriculture, Adewunmi Adesina, and Mr. Dangote sign on behalf of the Federal Government and Dangote Group respectively. … Continue reading F.G, Dangote Sign $1 Billion Rice Investment MoU

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Health Uncategorized

Ebola: 69 Persons Placed Under Watch by Nigeria, Two Others Quarantined

April 19, 2022

Following the first reported case of the Ebola virus in Nigeria, the Nigerian government on Thursday said it had placed 69 people under surveillance and quarantined two others since the first case of Ebola Virus Disease, EVD, was identified in the country. The Minister of Health, Onyebuchi Chukwu at a briefing in Abuja reportedly said … Continue reading Ebola: 69 Persons Placed Under Watch by Nigeria, Two Others Quarantined

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Tourism

NPC Offers Technical Support to Boost Tourism Sector

April 19, 2022

    The National Planning Commission, NPC, says it will offer technical support in the area of training, data collection and capacity building to the Nigerian Tourism Development Corporation, NTDC in attempts to develop the Nigerian tourism sector. Barrister Ntufam Fidel Ugbo, Secretary to the Commission, made the pledge in Abuja during a courtesy visit … Continue reading NPC Offers Technical Support to Boost Tourism Sector

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CAREER Uncategorized

NYSC Partners with Consultancy Firm to Equip Corp Members for Employment

April 19, 2022

  The mandatory program for Nigerian graduates, the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), has been reported to have enlisted the human resources consultancy firm Smiles Consulting, in order to increase the contingency of newly graduating corps members securing employment after their service year. The NYSC will be working with Smiles Consulting on the in-camp sensitisation … Continue reading NYSC Partners with Consultancy Firm to Equip Corp Members for Employment

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BUSINESS Real Estate Uncategorized

$24b Worth of Investment in New Cities in Nigeria

April 19, 2022

Investment in the development of new cities and hubs in Nigeria has now reached over $24b. Without accounting for smaller or previously completed projects, the Eko Atlantic (Lagos) and Centenary City (Abuja) add up to a significant private & public sector investment of $24b, $6b and $18b respectively. The government/public sector matched the $6b private sector … Continue reading $24b Worth of Investment in New Cities in Nigeria

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BUSINESS News Uncategorized

Lagos is 25th Most Expensive City for Expats

April 19, 2022

    New analysis from Mercer has revealed that Lagos is now ranked 25th in the most expensive cities for expats. Africa’s mega-city has moved up 11 places from it’s previous position at #36. The survey covers 211 cities across five continents and measures the comparative cost of over 200 items in each location, including … Continue reading Lagos is 25th Most Expensive City for Expats

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BUSINESS News Uncategorized

F.G Marks N220 Billion for MSMEs

April 19, 2022

  To boost production, create jobs, reduce poverty and ensure inclusive economic growth and development in the country, the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding, MoU with the 36 State governments on “MSMEs Development Fund’’. Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, MSMEs, the CBN says can drive Nigeria’s economy if adequately … Continue reading F.G Marks N220 Billion for MSMEs

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SPORTS

NFF Chairman Impeached as Board Seeks Contract Talks With Keshi

April 19, 2022

The Nigeria Football Federation board, yesterday, in Abuja impeached its chairman Alhaji Animu Maigari. The former chairman, coming from the brink of extinction after being saved by FIFA’s insistence, was sacked because the board members were not happy with the style of the president of the federation. The Board asked Maigari’s vice to take over … Continue reading NFF Chairman Impeached as Board Seeks Contract Talks With Keshi

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Events

Ramadan: FG Declares Monday, July 28 and Tuesday, July 29, 2014 as Public Holidays

April 19, 2022

In commemoration of the end of the Muslims’ holy month worldwide, the Federal Government of Nigeria has declared Monday, July 28 and Tuesday, July 29, 2014 as public holidays. Minister of Interior, Abba Moro, who announced the holiday yesterday in Abuja urged Muslim’s to faithfully exude love, peace and justice in their everyday life which … Continue reading Ramadan: FG Declares Monday, July 28 and Tuesday, July 29, 2014 as Public Holidays

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Carnivale Nigeria – COOKOUT Summer “All You Can Eat Buffet”!

April 19, 2022

    COOKOUT Summer, the 2nd installment of the quarterly event is here again and will be taking place on the 3rd of August, 2014 at the JD Leisure Center, Kashim Ibrahim Way, opposite A Class Park, Maitama Abuja from 4pm. Featuring its novelty, “All You Can Eat Buffet” in addition to different kinds of … Continue reading Carnivale Nigeria – COOKOUT Summer “All You Can Eat Buffet”!

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BUSINESS EDUCATION TECH

Airtel’s Commitment to Nigeria’s First Research and Education Network, NgREN

April 19, 2022

  In a strategic partnership with Computer Warehouse Group, Airtel Nigeria has demonstrated its commitment to empower Nigerians by deploying the country’s first research and education network called the Nigerian Research and Education Network (NgREN). The unique programme is the first research and education network in the whole of West and Central Africa. It uses … Continue reading Airtel’s Commitment to Nigeria’s First Research and Education Network, NgREN

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BUSINESS Transport

Easy Taxi Nigeria Offers Sweet Taxi Ride Deal!

April 19, 2022

Nigeria’s foremost taxi requesting service, Easy Taxi Nigeria is offering active users in Lagos and Abuja a free taxi ride for every two rides taken within a week starting from today. ‘We believe our services meet the demand of commuters in the country in terms of consistency, efficiency and safety’, says Bankole Cardoso, Easy Taxi Nigeria MD.  ‘It … Continue reading Easy Taxi Nigeria Offers Sweet Taxi Ride Deal!

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Health

Is Blood Donation Every Citizen’s Responsibility?

April 19, 2022

    Mohammed was involved in a road traffic accident on the Lagos-Abeokuta expressway. His car was badly mangled and it took a concerted effort of road travellers and emergency services to rescue him. He had lost a lot of blood, was unconscious on arrival in the closest private hospital and needed an immediate blood transfusion … Continue reading Is Blood Donation Every Citizen’s Responsibility?

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BUSINESS Events Housing

LeatherWorld Celebrates 20th Anniversary; Offers Customers up to 50% off Purchases

April 19, 2022

    LeatherWorld Ltd, Nigeria’s foremost furniture and interior company, celebrates its 20th Anniversary with an incredible sale of up to 50% off on purchases made on all home and office furniture and accessories. Speaking with the Managing Director,  Miss Bimbo Alashe on LeatherWorld’s 20th Anniversary, she said, “It has been two decades of dynamic adventure into the world … Continue reading LeatherWorld Celebrates 20th Anniversary; Offers Customers up to 50% off Purchases

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