Statements from individuals, cultural and social economic groups in Nigeria appear to be strengthening and escalating separatist movements across the country. Some of these prominent persons and groups have criticized the government for pursuing these people rather than focusing on more pressing issues in the country. Among such people is[Read More…]
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CBN Releases Framework for Financing of Mass Metering
Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has released its framework for National Mass Metering Programme (NMMP). The framework was released by the Development Financing department of the apex bank through its official website on Monday. It stated that introduction of the Service-Based Tariff (SBT) in the Nigeria Electricity Supply Industry (NESI)[Read More…]
NAFDAC seeks support to end ripening fruits with carbide
Against the background of malpractices being perpetuated by some unscrupulous traders that use carbide to rapidly ripen fruits, the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has challenged Nigerians that were privy to such dangerous activities to report to the Agency for prompt action. The Director General[Read More…]
FirstBank reiterates commitment to building capacity of SMEs
First Bank of Nigeria Limited has reiterated its commitment to driving growth and building the capacity of Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) in the country. Speaking at the FirstBank SMEConnect Business Clinic, held in Lagos recently, the Group Head, Lagos Island 1, First Bank of Nigeria Limited, Olufunke Smith stated[Read More…]
Shell disburses N155m support to 140 Niger Delta youth
One hundred and forty young and talented people from eight states of the Niger Delta have graduated from the specialised Shell LiveWIRE Nigeria entrepreneurial training programme, which provides business and financial support to enable them to establish small and medium scale businesses. Drawn from Abia, Akwa Ibom, Bayelsa, Cross Rivers,[Read More…]