Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Lagos, LIFC collaborate, sign MOU with City of UK for international financial centre Lagos, LIFC collaborate, sign MOU with City of UK for international financial centre The Lagos State Government, in partnership with EnterpriseNGR under the platform of the Lagos International Financial Council (LIFC), on Monday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the City of UK and the Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) for the development of an International Financial Centre in Lagos to drive economic growth. The signing of the MoU by the Lagos State Commissioner for Finance, Mr Yomi Oluyomi; CEO EnterpriseNGR, Mrs. Obi Ibekwe; Head,…

Tinubu To Equip Nigerian Youth To Be Competitive On Global Stage, Digital Literacy Bola Tinubu Tinubu To Equip Nigerian Youth To Be Competitive On Global Stage, Digital Literacy * Areas of interest include digital knowledge, technical skills, entrepreneurship, and the creative industries. President Bola Tinubu has affirmed his administration’s resolve to equip Nigerian youth with the required skills that would enable them to compete effectively as key players on the global stage. He listed areas the government intends to train the young population to include world-class digital literacy, technical skills, entrepreneurship, and the creative industries, even as he pointed out…

Ondo sets up Digital Payment Platform to ease means of transactions – Aiyedatiwa Lucky Aiyedatiwa, Governor of Ondo State Ondo sets up Digital Payment Platform to ease means of transactions Gov. Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State says arrangements have been concluded to deploy a digital platform towards streamlining the collection of taxes and other government-related payments. Aiyedatiwa stated this on Monday after a demonstration of the platform by the consulting firm in his office in Akure. The state government through the State Internal Revenue Service had a working agreement with the consulting firm, BBA Consult Ltd. Aiyedatiwa, who did not…

Asinobi concludes GWR journey record in 71 hours Alma Asinobi Asinobi concludes GWR journey record in 71 hours Asinobi concludes GWR journey record in 71 hours because of odds. Nigerian travel content creator, Alma Asinobi, who was on the brink of history to complete her Guinness World Record (GWR) attempt to travel across all seven continents in 60 hours, ended her trip yesterday, however in 71 hours. Earlier yesterday, the 26-year-old who has successfully crossed six continents with her final stop in Sydney, Australia revealed she faced a major setback when she was denied access to her final destination Australia,…

Nwoko showers praises on Tinubu on Asaba-Benin Expressway, Niger Bridge access Senator Ned Nwoko Nwoko showers praises on Tinubu on Asaba-Benin Expressway, Niger Bridge access The Senator representing Delta North Senatorial District, Senator Ned Nwoko, has praised President Bola Tinubu over the commencement of the second Niger Bridge access road and the reconstruction of the Asaba-Benin Expressway. This was contained in a message on the project addressed to Tinubu by Nwoko in Abuja on Monday. Nwoko, a member of the Senate Committee on Works, said the projects were of immense strategic importance, not only for the South-South and South-East regions…

W’Cup Qualifiers: See 21 fixtures for Monday, Tuesday W’Cup Qualifiers: See 21 fixtures for Monday, Tuesday The race to secure a spot at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, to be hosted by the USA, Canada, and Mexico, enters a decisive phase as African teams gear up for Matchday 6 of the qualifiers. With the stakes higher than ever, group leaders will aim to consolidate their positions, while teams in pursuit of qualification will fight to keep their dreams alive. Nigeria’s commanding 2-0 win over Rwanda on Friday set the tone for the week, demonstrating the intensity and quality of the…

Tax reform will enhance growth, eliminate regulatory challenges Tax Tax reform will enhance growth, eliminate regulatory challenges The Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN) says the tax reform bill will eliminate regulatory bottlenecks and boost micro small and medium enterprises’ (MSMEs) growth. Charles Odii, SMEDAN’s director-general (DG), spoke on Friday during a stakeholder engagement on tax reforms organised by the agency in Abuja. The event, themed “Understanding the Tax Reform Bills: Benefits and How MSMEs Can Maximise Tax,” brought together key industry stakeholders, offering business owners an opportunity to seek clarification and gain insights into the provisions…

Finance ministry secures N100bn to finance affordable houses Finance ministry secures N100bn to finance affordable housing The Ministry of Finance Incorporated (MOFI) says it has secured N100 billion through the MOFI Real Estate Investment Fund (MREIF) to finance affordable housing. MOFI had earlier in December 20, 2024 announced that the N150 billion MREIF series one bond was fully subscribed. With the N100 billion series 2 offering in February 2025 for private investors which has now been fully subscribed brought the total funding under MREIF to N250 billion. Providing updates in a statement yesterday, MOFI said it attracted strong private sector…

Super Eagles: Chelle puts off every distraction to win  Zimbabwe match Eric Chelle Chelle puts off every distraction to win  Zimbabwe match * “We are ready,” Victor Osimhen. * “Recovery have started in a good way,” Troost-Ekong. Super Eagles Coach, Eric Chelle, has imposed strict restrictions in and around the national team’s camp as Nigeria prepares for tomorrow’s must win game against Zimbabwe, in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. The Super Eagles defeated hosts, Rwanda, 2-0 in Kigali, on Friday to revive Nigeria’s World Cup qualification hopes, moving from fifth position to fourth position on the table with six points. Zimbabwe,…

Bakare, Ezekwesili speak on solutions to Nigeria’s leadership challenges Dr. Oby Ezekwesili PHOTO: Getty Images Bakare, Ezekwesili speak on solutions to Nigeria’s leadership challenges * Leadership is the ability to articulate and pursue a long-term vision that transcends short-term political or economic pressures – Ezekwesili Stakeholders have emphasised the need for strong institutions, urgent re-definition of leadership process and critical re-examination of Nigeria’s leadership structure. These formed part of the recommendations made at the maiden Quarterly Business Seminar of the University of Lagos Business School (ULBS). General Overseer, Citadel Global Community Church, Dr Tunde Bakare, and Chief Executive Officer, Human…