Author: Olakunle Oke
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In a significant move to address the challenge of poor information dissemination hindering small businesses’ access to government funding, the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN) has partnered with Sterling Bank. This strategic collaboration aims to bridge the information gap and ensure that eligible SMEs are informed about and able to access […]
In a decisive move to protest a series of unresolved grievances, the Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN) in Osun State has declared an indefinite strike action. The union’s action stems from the state government’s seizure of their wardrobe allowance, the suspension of fellow workers, and the Chief Judge’s refusal to lift the embargo on […]
In a significant reversal of fortune, the Court of Appeal sitting in Abuja has overturned the decision of the Election Petitions Tribunal and reinstated Governor Abdullahi Sule of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as the duly elected Governor of Nasarawa State. This decision marks a dramatic turn of events in the ongoing political drama surrounding […]
In a dramatic turn of events, judiciary workers in Osun state have resorted to industrial action, effectively halting all judicial operations in the state. This decision comes after a series of escalating tensions between the workers and the state government, culminating in the use of tear gas by police against protesting workers and journalists at […]
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Parliament has appealed to the Heads of State and Government in the region to reconsider and lift the sanctions imposed on the Niger Republic. The sanctions were imposed in July 2023 following the overthrow of President Mohamed Bazoum by a group of military officers led by General […]
Napoli could be forced to sell their star striker Victor Osimhen for around €120m next summer if he fails to sign a new contract, according to transfer expert Ben Jacobs. Osimhen’s current deal expires in 2024, and he has so far resisted Napoli’s attempts to extend it. The Serie A club are now considering selling […]
Nigerian music superstar Burna Boy reigns supreme as the top artist on Billboard’s Year-End U.S. Afrobeats Artists Chart. The Grammy-winning artist, also known as Damini Ogulu, has cemented his position at the forefront of the genre, showcasing his immense talent and global appeal. Rema, the soothing voice behind the hit “Calm Down,” follows closely in […]
Israel’s government and Hamas agreed today to a four-day pause in fighting to allow the release of 50 hostages held in Gaza in exchange for 150 Palestinians imprisoned in Israel, and the entry of humanitarian aid into the besieged enclave. Hamas is believed to be holding more than 200 hostages, taken when its fighters surged into […]
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has addressed the controversy surrounding a letter written by an opposition politician, which raised concerns about the procurement process in the State. The Governor noted the controversy generated by the letter was unnecessary, stressing that the State had nothing to hide in its public expenditure. Governor Sanwo-Olu spoke today while […]
In a significant step towards fostering innovation and entrepreneurship, the Federal Government has launched the Startup Support and Engagement Portal. This portal, a cornerstone of the Nigeria Startup Act implementation, aims to streamline the identification and aggregation of startups across the country. The Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, announced the […]
