Standard Chartered Bank Nigeria Limited (StanChart) has successfully met the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) N200 billion minimum capital requirement for national commercial banks, accomplishing the milestone well ahead of the regulatory deadline. In a statement, the bank described this achievement as a reflection of its strong financial foundation and unwavering commitment to contributing to

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has formally written to the House of Representatives, urging lawmakers to pass a bill establishing a National Cocoa Management Board. The communication was read during plenary by Speaker Abbas Tajudeen, who explained that the proposed Executive Bill is being transmitted in accordance with Section 58(2) of the 1999 Constitution (as amended).

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The Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring transparency and sustainability in the management of the 13 per cent derivation fund allocated to Nigeria’s oil-producing states. Dr. Mohammed Bello Shehu, Chairman of RMAFC, emphasized the importance of balancing constitutional provisions, judicial interpretations, and state-level management to guarantee fair allocation.

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West African countries and the Sahel continue to grapple with limited availability and quality of animal feeds, a challenge that has hindered the modernization of livestock farming across the region. The concern was raised by Minister of Livestock Development, Idi Mukhtar Maiha, at the opening of a regional high-level workshop on the development of the

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As automation, artificial intelligence (AI), and digital systems continue to reshape society, experts are urging a human-centred approach to technology, business, and education. The call came during the Rehumanising Communication Summit, held virtually and convened by Mololuwa Rachael Olabode and Oreoluwa Adigun in collaboration with the School of Media and Communication, Pan-Atlantic University. The summit

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Former Miss Nigeria and Big Brother Naija contestant Beauty Tukura has opened up about a dark period in her life following her disqualification from the reality show. In a candid interview on the BeyondWithEzinne podcast, Tukura revealed that public scrutiny and intense shame left her battling depression and nearly led her to take her own

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Senator Ned Nwoko, representing Delta North, has denied claims that he married actress Regina Daniels when she was 17 years old. In a statement shared on X, Nwoko explained that during their first meeting, Regina told him she was 21 and presented her INEC voter’s card as proof, showing her date of birth as October

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Afrobeats superstar Davido has taken a nostalgic trip down memory lane, recalling how he once skipped school in 2011 to perform in Ibadan. The Grammy-nominated artist shared the story on X, explaining that he was picked up from Babcock University by Asa, Peju, B Red, and Sina to join the Lynxxx and Friends Tour. “In

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Popular skit maker and actor Folagade Banks joined the Minister for Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande Wisdom, acclaimed filmmaker Kunle Afolayan, and other notable figures at a youth inspiration programme organized by the Noella Foundation in Lagos State. The event, themed “Inspiring the Next Generation,” brought together young Nigerians from diverse backgrounds to learn from accomplished

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Reality star and influencer Natacha Akide, popularly known as Symply Tacha, has made history by setting two new Guinness World Records (GWR) for the most cosmetic makeovers completed in 8 hours and 24 hours. A Guinness World Records adjudicator verified the record attempt, confirming that Tacha had surpassed the previous benchmarks in both categories. On

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