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Alaafin of Oyo crowns philanthropist Dr Becky Olubukola as Erelu of Yorubaland
The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Owoade, at a ceremony over the weekend, conferred the prestigious title of Erelu of Yorubaland on philanthropist Dr Becky Olubukola in recognition of her significant contributions to community development. Oba Owoade highlighted the importance of strengthening traditional institutions while embracing progressive leadership, noting that the Erelu title symbolizes influence,…
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Let’s Rethink School Closures
Recent decisions by Katsina, Plateau, and the federal government to close schools amid rising insecurity are deeply troubling. Shutting 41 Unity Schools nationwide signals surrender rather than solutions. If the government itself lacks confidence in the nation’s security, how can citizens feel safe? Closing schools threatens Nigeria’s future. Schools are critical for socialization, discipline, and…
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2025 Oil Bid Portal Opens December 1
The 2025 oil bid licensing round in Nigeria is set to begin on December 1, 2025, with the National Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) portal going live on the same day. Commission Chief Executive Gbenga Komolafe assured that the process would be fully digitised, transparent, and in line with the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) 2021,…
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Experts Eye $3 Billion Non-Oil Target via Sunflower Value Chain
Nigeria’s non-oil export earnings, recently exceeding $2.7 billion, could see a major boost if the country fully leverages its sunflower seed value chain, experts say. While South Africa produces over 700,000 tons annually, Nigeria currently produces less than 300,000 tons. According to Ofon Udofia, Executive Secretary of the Institute of Export Operations & Management (IEOM),…
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Schneider Electric Partners with FUTO to Boost Energy Skills
The Schneider Electric Foundation has partnered with the Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO) to provide specialized training equipment aimed at equipping students with practical, energy-related technical skills. The initiative is part of Schneider Electric’s global commitment to youth education and entrepreneurship. The donation includes customized didactic benches for domestic wiring and industrial motor starter…
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MTN Pushes for Stronger Nigeria–South Africa Economic Ties
MTN Group has joined forces with the Federal Government of Nigeria to advocate for a more robust bilateral framework between Nigeria and South Africa, aiming to deepen regional economic integration. The call was made during the Nigeria–South Africa Presidential Trade and Investment Breakfast Dialogue, supported by MTN ahead of the G20 Summit. The event provided…
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Quantity Surveyors Play Key Role in Promoting Ethics and Efficiency in Construction
The Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Arch. Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, alongside the President of the Nigerian Institute of Quantity Surveyors (NIQS), Kene Nzekwe, has underscored the critical role of quantity surveyors in Nigeria’s construction sector. Speaking at the NIQS conference over the weekend, themed “Rebuilding Nigeria: Enhancing National Development through Fiscal Reforms, Infrastructure Planning,…
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Truckers Urge NPA to Renew ETO Operator Contract
The Association of Maritime Truck Owners (AMATO) has called on the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) to renew the contract of Truck Transit Park Limited (TTP), the operators of the ETO electronic call-up system. AMATO hailed the ETO system for ending the N350,000-per-truck extortion regime and eliminating the crippling gridlock that once paralyzed Apapa and Tin…
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Sophia Momodu Defends Imade’s Absence from Davido’s Birthday
Sophia Momodu, mother of Davido’s first child, Imade, has addressed criticism over her daughter’s absence from the singer’s 33rd birthday celebration in Atlanta. In a post on Snapchat, Sophia denied claims that she prevented Imade from attending and emphasized her role as a protective mother. She criticized the spread of unverified stories, stressing that her…
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Ibadan Zone Shareholders’ Association Elects New Executives
The Ibadan Zone Shareholders’ Association (IBZA) has appointed new leadership to guide the organization for the upcoming term. Mr. Gilbert Ayoola, a seasoned shareholder advocate and former General Secretary, was elected Chairman during the association’s 31st to 33rd annual general meetings held in Ibadan. The newly elected executives, serving the zone that covers Ekiti, Kwara,…
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