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Tanzania's Illiberal Tilt by Teldah MawarireNaija247news
Godwin Okafor is a financial journalist, Internet Social Entrepreneur and the Founder Naija247news Media Ltd He has over 16 experiences in journalism, which cuts across traditional and digital media. He started his journalism career in Business Day, Where he was a senior editorial graphic artist, before he left to start Naija247news, An Online Financial Newspaper in 2010.
The Power of Empowering Refugees by Joseph Munyambanza
Godwin Okafor is a financial journalist, Internet Social Entrepreneur and the Founder Naija247news Media Ltd He has over 16 experiences in journalism, which cuts across traditional and digital media. He started his journalism career in Business Day, Where he was a senior editorial graphic artist, before he left to start Naija247news, An Online Financial Newspaper in 2010.
Whither remittances in the Nigerian economy? by Gregory Krosten
Even on the official figures, remittances last year were the equivalent of 6 per cent of GDP. There is therefore the scope for the FGN, and state governments through community associations or even faith groups in the diaspora, to make a developmental impact with innovative policies. In the conversation about the diversification of the Nigerian economy, a favourite statistic is the overwhelming share of oil and gas in merchandise exports.
What the Supreme Court "actually said" on GT Bank vs Innoson
A media firm that often issues press releases on behalf of GT Bank sent us an article attempting to describe GT Bank’s version of the Supreme Court Decision. The article was written by a certain Festus Igbinosa. We believe this might be GT Bank’s version of the court case and an attempt to also take charge of the narrative. However, we publish in our attempt to present each side of the story.
What the Supreme Court "actually said" on GTBank vs Innoson
A media firm that often issues press releases on behalf of GTBank sent us an article attempting to describe GTBank’s version of the Supreme Court Decision. The article was written by a certain Festus Igbinosa. We believe this might be GTBank’s version of the court case and an attempt to also take charge of the narrative. However, we publish in our attempt to present each side of the story. Note: This might sound one-sided.
What the Supreme Court "actually said" on GTBank vs Innoson
A media firm that often issues press releases on behalf of GTBank sent us an article attempting to describe GTBank’s version of the Supreme Court Decision. The article was written by a certain Festus Igbinosa. We believe this might be GTBank’s version of the court case and an attempt to also take charge of the narrative. However, we publish in our attempt to present each side of the story.
Trump: North Korea leader may get invitation to US
US President Donald Trump said he would consider inviting North Korea’s Kim Jong-un to the White House if their summit in Singapore goes well. Mr Trump made the comment after meeting Japan’s PM Shinzo Abe to discuss the 12 June summit. He said it was possible an agreement to end the Korean War could be reached, though he called that “the easy part” of the negotiations. “It’s what happens after that that is really important,” he told reporters.
Younger sister of Netherlands queen found dead at Buenos Aires homeNaija247news | Naija247news
The younger sister of Queen Maxima of the Netherlands has died at her home in the Argentine capital, reports say. Inés Zorreguieta was 33 and is understood to have taken her own life. She was bridesmaid at her sister’s wedding to then Dutch Crown Prince Willem-Alexander in 2002 and is godmother to their youngest daughter, 11-year-old Princess Ariane. Queen Maxima, a native Argentinian, was “very shocked and very sad” at her sister’s death, the royal house said.
Nigeria's Electricity Distribution Companies seek N299bln to close 4.1m metering deficitNaija247news
ABUJA: The electricity Distribution Companies DISCOs, said, yesterday, that about N299 billion is required to close the 4.1 million metering gap. Prepaid Meters The DISCOs also seek more capital expenditure, CAPEX, window and legislative actions for mobile courts to swiftly tackle energy theft and meter bypassing.
Businesses can tap non-bank debt market as Commercial Papers hit N1.06 trillion
Transaction value in Commercial Papers (CPs) market in Nigeria has risen to N1.06 trillion from zero level in 2013, raising fresh window of opportunity for businesses looking to tap the non-bank debt market for short-term capital and investors seeking to diversify their portfolios.
We Wont succumb to threats from Nigerian military on defending human rights – Amnesty InternationalNaija247news | Naija247news
Amnesty International, AI, has said that despite what it describes as threats from Nigerian military, that it would not be deterred from defending human rights of individuals.
Senate confirms Justice Kafarati as Chief Judge of Federal High Court
The senate on Thursday, confirmed Justice Adamu Kafarati as the Chief Judge of the Federal High Court. The senate confirmed Kafarati after Senator David Umaru, Chairman of the Committee on Judiciary, presented a report for the consideration of the lawmakers. Justice Abdulkafarati Senator Umaru said the committee was satisfied with the judge when he was screened by the committee.
8th House of Reps pass 222 Bills in 3 years
Abuja – The 8th House of Representatives has passed 222 Bills since its inauguration in 2015, Spokesman of the house, Rep. Abdulrazak Namdas (APC-Adamawa), has said. House of Representatives: row over Super Tucano jets Namdas made this known in Abuja at a news conference to mark the third anniversary of the 8th assembly. “In the last three years in office, we have introduced 1,473 bills and 90 of the bills were on constitutional amendment.
BREAKING: Osinbajo escapes unhurt as helicopter makes emergency landing
Breaking: Osinbajo’s helicopter in emergency landing ON JUNE 7, 201810:36 PMIN NEWS16 COMMENTS Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, Thursday, escaped what could have been an air mishap as a helicopter which was conveying him from Gwagwalada to the Villa had to make an emergency landing at the Area Council. Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, SAN The helicopter according to sources was to convey the VP from the Nigeria Customs Staff College located in Gwagwalada where he had gone to attend a function.
Boko Haram: U.S. Govt supports Nigeria with $102m to tackle humanitarian crisis
New York – The U.S. Government has announced 102 million dollars (about 3.7 billion naira) in additional humanitarian assistance for Nigeria to address the sufferings of people affected by the Boko Haram insurgency. Troops of 81 Battalion and 251 Task Force Battalion intercepted escaping Boko Haram suspects at Liwanti village along Damboa-Bulabulin road, Borno State.
GTBank and Innoson's Day at The Supreme Court: How It Went Down —- By Festus IgbinosaNaija247news | Naija247news
The long running case between Guaranty Trust Bank and Innoson finally had its day in the Supreme Court, and although there have been some wild tales on what transpired, here is the factual story of how it went down.
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