Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Third Mainland Bridge will have Solar cameras installed by June — Umahi The Minister of Works, Sen. Dave Umahi, said on Monday that solar cameras would be installed on the Third Mainland Bridge by June. Umahi said this after a routine inspection of the under deck at Iddo, Carter and the Third Mainland bridges in Lagos. He said that similar improvement was planned for Carter Bridge, subject to budget approval. The minister said that the Federal Government had taken proactive measures to address the condition of the piles supporting the Third Mainland Bridge. He said that erosion and illegal mining…

Find All You Need To Know About Finidi George, The New Super Eagles Coach The Nigeria Football Federation 29th April 2024, announced the appointment of former Super Eagles winger Finidi George as the new head coach of the nation’s senior men’s national team. The announcement came in a statement, with the NFF Board approving the recommendation of its Technical and Development Committee to hand over the reins to the 52-year-old former Ajax Amsterdam and Real Betis forward. The new Super Eagles boss’s immediate task will be to guide the team to victory in two crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying…

Cultural Week To Be Observed And Celebrated In Lagos As Sanwo-Olu Writes A letter from the executive arm of the Lagos State government to the state House of Assembly has announced a decision to set the last week of September every year for the celebration of the Yoruba culture. The decision of the government followed a resolution passed by the Lagos Assembly at a sitting held on September 19, 2023. The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture, who signed the letter dated April 8, 2024, told the lawmakers that the state would start the plan ahead…

Tinubu says the economy of Nigeria has escaped sabotage phase President Tinubu With confidence and hope in the presidential reforms and initiatives there will be great expectations for Nigerians. President Bola Tinubu has affirmed that the Nigerian economy has escaped the phase of sabotage. He made the assertion at the meeting of African Heads of State and Government on the 21st Replenishment of the International Development Association (IDA21) in Nairobi, Kenya on Monday. Represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, Tinubu informed other African leaders of the sweeping reforms implemented by his administration to curb illicit activities and currency manipulation that…

See all CBN Licensed Loan App Companies In Nigeria Money lenders, also called loan app companies, are playing significant roles in extending credit facilities to the informal sector. While there are now hundreds of companies playing in the digital lending space in Nigeria, the increase in unethical practices of loan recovery through harassment and defamation has prompted the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) to develop a regulatory framework in collaboration with other industry regulators. Through a Limited Interim Regulatory Framework and Guidelines for Digital Lending, the FCCPC has been registering and approving digital lenders that meet the…

‘Beyond The Veil’: Refreshing, Educative and Challenging story “Beyond the Veil” is a show inspired by the urge to depict Northern Nigerian women in a new and liberating way. It follows the lives of five young women living in Abuja, the capital city of Nigeria. The show builds a refreshing narrative around them but does not shy away from exploring the realities they face. “Beyond the Veil” represents an opportunity to showcase a different version of the Northern Nigerian woman—one that is bold, empowered, and unapologetically authentic. We bring new visuals that mirror rich Northern Nigerian culture, fashion, relationships, and…

Finidi George gets appointment as new Super Eagles head coach – NFF New appointment springs up in Nigeria football. The Nigeria Football Federation has appointed former Super Eagles Finidi George as the new head coach of Super Eagles, the nation’s senior football team. The appointment followed the approval by the NFF Board of the recommendation by its Technical and Development Committee. The 52-year-old was a winger in the Super Eagles. He was also a forward to former Ajax Amsterdam and Real Betis. George who was an assistant to immediate past Super Eagles coach, was first appointed an interim head coach…

African cities with the most millionaires Growing private wealth in Africa is transforming the continent’s major cities into hubs for millionaires and billionaires, according to the latest Henley & Partners Africa Wealth Report. Collectively, these urban centres are home to 135,200 millionaires, 342 centi-millionaires with fortunes exceeding US$100 million, and 21 billionaires. With the number of high-net-worth individuals projected to jump by 65% over the next decade, these cities are not only expanding economically but are also setting the stage for a new era of prosperity and influence. bird TenX lists the top ten cities and regions for private wealth…

Nigeria, Others To Discuss Regional Investments Opportunities And Collaboration – OTC 2024 African oil and gas executives and Small Medium Enterprises (SMEs) operators are set to discuss opportunities and collaborations for investment in the industry at the 2024 Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) in Houston, Texas, USA. Mrs Jumoke Oyedun, the Chief Executive Officer, of New House International Ltd., confirmed in a statement that her company will leads a delegation of African Executives and SMEs to the OTC 2024 taking place from May 6 and May 9. Oyedun said that the annual event is one of the largest gatherings of oil…

Growth and developmental plans for business and individual Everyone or every organisation needs clear strategies to grow. This need has made it crucial to develop measurable goals backed by actionable plans to drive accomplishment. However, knowing how or where to start can be a challenge. Hence, we double down on critical thinking as we explore its use in the strategic planning process. Four essential phases are required when adopting a strategic planning process for growth. Each stage forms a foundation or building block for the next, indicating practical steps to be taken before proceeding to another phase. If you…