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President Tinubu Congratulates THISDAY Newspapers, Celebrating 30th Anniversary Prince Nduka Obaigbena President Tinubu Congratulates THISDAY Newspapers, Celebrating 30th Anniversary Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu has congratulated THISDAY Newspapers Limited, its management, and staff on the 30th anniversary of the publication. Established on January 22, 1995, by Prince Nduka Obaigbena, the media organisation has earned a reputation as a newspaper of record in Nigeria. It delivers in-depth coverage of national and global events. As he praised the newspaper for its commitment to the ideals of free enterprise, democracy, and innovative use of technology and for nurturing many notable names in the media…

Gov Abiodun declares N6m gift to best students of Ogun poly Governor Dapo Abiodun Gov Abiodun declares N6m gift to best student of Ogun poly. Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has declared a cash reward of N2m each to three best-graduating students of the Gateway Polytechnic, Saapade. Abiodun announced the cash reward at the 5th combined convocation of the Polytechnic held at the institution’s auditorium on Wednesday. The three students, who emerged best in their respective sessions, were Suliyat Yusuf for the 2023/2024 session, Victor Omontuhen for the 2022/2023 session, and Theresa Agu for the 2021/2022 session. The governor, who…

Kenya softens ground on travel requirements for African visitors Flag of Kenya (source: Flaticon) Kenya softens ground on travel requirements for African visitors • …to enhance regional integration, support open skies policies, and boost tourism. Kenya has declared a shift in its travel policies, allowing citizens of nearly all African countries to visit without prior authorisation. But the introduction of Electronic Travel Authorisation, which replaced the visa requirement for all visitors, was criticised as a “visa under another name”. The decision, confirmed by a cabinet statement on Tuesday, eliminates the need for Electronic Travel Authorisation for most African visitors, apart…

N300b spent on FCT Area Councils in 17 months — Wike Nyesom Wike N300b spent on FCT Area Councils in 17 months — Wike The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) minister, Nyesom Wike has revealed that over N300 billion has been invested in various projects, commending President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to infrastructural development. Nyesom Wike on Wednesday disclosed how President Bola Tinubu expended about N300 billion on the six area councils in the FCT within the last 17 months. The minister stated this in Ibwa village, Gwagwalada Area Council when he commissioned the 9-kilometer Paikon Kore — Ibwa road, which cost N8.5 billion. He said, “Mr…

Internet Connectivity Deal: FG, WIOCC Sign $10m (MoU) Fibre-to-home Dr. Bosun Tijani For Internet Connectivity, FG and WIOCC Sign $10m (MoU) Fibre-to-home The Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy and West Indian Ocean Cable Company (WIOCC) Wednesday, signed a $10 million Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to commence the first batch of fibre-to-home internet connectivity in Nigeria. The Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, who made the disclosure at the MoU signing ceremony in Abuja, said that WIOCC was investing N10 million in fibre-to-home, offices and institutions. According him, it would boost the nation’s digital economy,…

Transgrid Enerco Signs Groundbreaking Agreement to Acquire Eko DisCo L-R: Mr Ernest Oji, Director of WPG; Mr Charles Mommoh, Chairman of WPG; Mr. Olubunmi Peters, Chairman of Transgrid Enerco; and Prof. George Nwangwu, Director of Transgrid Enerco Transgrid Enerco Signs Groundbreaking Agreement to Acquire Eko DisCo In a landmark development for Nigeria’s energy sector, Transgrid Enerco Limited has signed a Share Purchase Agreement (SPA) to acquire a 60% equity stake in Eko Electricity Distribution Company (Eko DisCo). This transaction represents the first market-driven acquisition in the power sector, signalling a bold new era for electricity distribution in Nigeria. Transgrid Enerco…

Shyllon Museum in collaboration with Law Firm Empower Nigerian Artists with Copyright Protection Shyllon Museum in collaboration with Law Firm Empower Nigerian Artists with Copyright Protection. The Yemisi Shyllon Museum of Art (YSMA), Pan-Atlantic University in collaboration with the Guild of Professional Fine Artists of Nigeria (GFA) and Kenna Partners, a leading law firm renowned for its expertise in art law, recently hosted a transformative workshop titled ‘Empowering Artists: Navigating Legal and Contractual Issues in the Arts World’ at the museum. This workshop, the first of its kind in Nigeria, placed a spotlight on copyright practices and intellectual property…

Dabiri-Erewa has showered praise on Richard Edoki on UK Award Nomination Dabiri-Erewa Dabiri-Erewa has showered praise on Richard Edoki on UK Award Nomination The Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has congratulated Nigerian-born broadcaster Richard Edoki, on his nomination for Best Newcomer at the National Hospital Radio Awards 2025, in the United Kingdom. This was contained in a congratulatory message issued by the Commission’s Director of Media, Public Relations and Protocols Unit, Abdur-Rahman Balogun in Abuja. Dabiri-Erewa commended Edoki’s efforts as a shining example of Nigerian excellence in the diaspora, while wishing him success at the Awards…

Opeifa Gets Appointment As Railway Corporation MD Dr. Kayode Opeifa Opeifa Gets Appointment As Railway Corporation MD Opeifa Gets Appointment As Railway Corporation MD. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR has appointed Dr. Kayode Opeifa as the Managing Director of the Nigeria Railway Corporation (NRC), a move widely praised for its strategic significance. Dr. Opeifa, a renowned transportation expert and former Lagos State Commissioner for Transportation, is celebrated for his transformative policies that redefined public transport and traffic management in one of Africa’s busiest cities. During his tenure as Commissioner, Dr. Opeifa introduced reforms that significantly eased traffic congestion, improved public…

NCC Makes Renewal, Harmonizes MTN Nigeria’s 800MHz Spectrum Licences NCC Makes Renewal, Harmonizes MTN Nigeria’s 800MHz Spectrum Licences MTN Nigeria Communications PLC (MTN Nigeria) has declared the successful renewal and harmonisation of its 800MHz spectrum licences, following approval from the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC). Following the information to the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) and the investing public, MTN Nigeria disclosed that the NCC has renewed its first 800MHz spectrum band licence (Channel 1) for an additional ten years, effective from January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2034. Accordingly, the NCC approved the extension of its second 800MHz spectrum band licence…