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World Bank to expand health services to 1.5 billion people
The World Bank Group yesterday announced an ambitious plan to support countries in delivering quality, affordable health services…
NNPC/SNEPCo boosts e-learning with digital library at Niger Delta University
A multi-billion naira learning centre and digital library opened on Thursday at the Niger Delta University, Amassoma, Bayelsa…
UN leaders urge ‘wholesale reform’ of global financial architecture
The Secretary-General and President of the General Assembly on Monday led the clarion call for urgent reform of…
FCCPC to intensify price monitoring in markets as naira appreciates against dollar
By Stanley Onyeka, Lagos The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC), determined to prevent further slide in…
FG extends public holiday to Thursday
By Tochukwu Bliss, Abuja The Federal Government, today, extended Eid-el-Fitr’s holiday to Thursday. It had on Sunday declared…
FG mulls host community trust fund to achieve energy stability, stem Niger Delta volatility
The federal government says addressing the underlying socio-economic causes of insecurity, such as poverty and unemployment, is crucial…
20% of global food wasted amid 783 million hungry people
While a third of humanity faces food insecurity, an equivalent of one billion meals go to waste every…
SEC, NGX Group, ASHON, others laud Onyema’s contribution to capital market growth
By Stanley Onyeka, Lagos The Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC), Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX) Plc, Association of Securities…
Florida signs controversial bill banning kids under 14 from opening social media accounts
With the state preparing for a legal challenge from the tech industry, Gov. Ron DeSantis on Monday signed…
BOI unveils palliative food programme
The Bank of Industry (BOI) has initiated a significant response to combat the prevailing issue of food insecurity…