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Africa's everyday services hinge on UN funding talks
Power supplies, farms, small businesses, trade routes: for millions of Africans, whether capital reaches the projects that shape daily life depends on conversations like the ones held in New York during the 81st United Nations General Assembly. United Bank for Africa (UBA) used its participation in UNGA‘26 to press exactly that case, placing the mobilization of finance for Africa’s development at the center of its engagements.
“Stanbic IBTC Insurance Highlights Benefits Of Life Insurance Policy”
Stanbic IBTC Insurance Limited, a subsidiary of Stanbic IBTC Holdings Plc, has urged Nigerians to purchase life insurance policies to help secure the financial future of their loved ones.
Stanbic IBTC Restates Support For Business, Economic Growth
Stanbic IBTC Bank has restated its commitment to support business growth in 2023 through its array of tailor-made financial solutions. The end-to-end financial services provider emphasized that it will not relent in its efforts to provide accessible funding for individuals and small, medium, and large-scale enterprises to grow their businesses in the new year, thereby addressing inadequate access to capital through various financing solutions.
Rite Foods Ltd. celebrates 100,000 Plastic Bottles Cleared From Lagos Shorelines In An Award-winning CSR Initiative, #RiteOnTheBeach
Rite Foods Limited, the market leader in Nigeria’s food and beverage industry is poised towards promoting environmental conservation through its sponsored riteonthebeach initiative aimed at cleaning the country’s beaches where it cleared 100,000 plastic bottles from Lagos shorelines. Launched in August 2021 by Rite Foods’ Managing Director, Mr. Seleem Adegunwa, the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) project went live in the Lagos beach communities in January 2022, with a success story.
Bigi Refreshing Soft Drinks Unveils New Mantra – ‘Bigi For Every Moment’ | Lagos Post Online
The Bigi carbonated soft drink produced by Rite Foods Limited, a world-class and Proudly-Nigerian company, that revitalises consumers with its 13 variants, has unveiled a new mantra, Bigi for Every Moment’ as the most refreshing brand that suits all occasions. The new slogan highlights the idea that there is a perfect flavour to suit every moment for all demographics, whether for a celebration or a relaxing mood, and it is suitable for all events.
Protest In Ibadan Again Over Scarcity Of Fuel, New Naira Notes
Some concerned Nigerians on Monday took to major roads in Ibadan, Oyo State capital, protesting against the lingering scarcity of fuel and new naira notes. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the protesters, who had earlier assembled at the main gate of the University of Ibadan, later took the protest round major roads in Ibadan.
Supreme Court Affirms Lawan As Authentic Candidate Of Yobe North
The Supreme Court has affirmed Ahmed Lawan as the authentic Candidate of Yobe North Senatorial District. In a majority judgment delivered by Justice Centus Nweze, the apex court allowed the appeal filed by the APC against Bashir Machina’s candidature. In the lead judgement, Justice Centus Nweze faulted the approach of Bashir Machina in commencing the suit at the Federal High Court Damaturu division by way of originating summons and without oral evidence to prove allegations of fraud.
Tems Wins First-Ever Grammy Award As Burna Boy Loses
The Nigerian Afrobeats singer, Tems has won the ‘Best Melodic Rap Performance’ category on Sunday night at the 2023 Grammy Awards for her role in ‘Wait for U’, the 2022 hit song by Future featuring Drake. The 2023 Grammy Awards ceremony was held at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. Trevor Noah is hosting the Grammys for the third year in a row. Burna Boy, on the other hand, lost in the ‘Best Global Music Album’ and the ‘Best Global Music Performance’ categories.
Nigeria, Niger Republic Sign Agreement On Border Frequency Coordination
Nigeria and the Republic of Niger have signed a bilateral agreement in Abuja for coordination of frequency utilisation along their borders to ensure seamless deployment of services within the two countries. The agreement signing ceremony was one of the highlights of the two-day Digital Economy Regional Conference, hosted by the Nigerian government and facilitated by the Federal Ministry of Communications and Digital Economy, which ended at the Transcorp Hilton Abuja.
Sterling Bank Opens Up On New Notes Distribution At Ado-Ekiti Branch
We would like to formally state the facts surrounding our branch in Ado Ekiti. “All our ATMs have been dispensing the available quantities of the N1000 and N500 denominations of the newly designed currency as received since the commencement of the policy. We have also successfully reconfigured our ATMs nationwide to dispense N200 notes.
Showmax Calls For Live-Action Pitches For First-Time African Filmmakers
African video streaming platform, Showmax, has partnered with The Joburg Film Festival, to launch an open commissioning brief to the African film industry, calling for pitches for a slate of 10 live action films. The proposals must have a first draft screenplay and be set in contemporary Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria or South Africa, with a first-time director attached who is a resident or citizen in those countries.
#BBTitans: Jaypee And Lukay Evicted From The House
The week 3 in the Big Brother Titans house was a lot to take in. The housemates served audiences with premium entertainment, from the fights to the triangles, pyramids, squares, and explosive parties. Still, every good thing must end – at least for the duo who got the least audience votes. Today it’s JayPee and Lukay’s turn.
Stanbic IBTC Unveil Special Valentine Package For SMEs
Stanbic IBTC Bank, a member of Stanbic IBTC Holdings, has provided juicy options for its customers to enjoy access to cash flow to scale their business in preparation for the upcoming season of love celebrations. The organisation has said that its digital loan solutions will make funds available for customers to stock up, purchase necessary gift items for their loved ones, pay salaries and meet other financial obligations before, during and after the Valentine’s Day celebration.
"Dreams Come True" Reactions Trail The Moment Seyi Vibes Met Wizzy
Nigerians and music lovers are endlessly admiring Nigerian singer and also a songwriter, Seyi Vibes' luck over the fulfilment of his dream. Interestingly, an historical picture trends on line as it captures the moment Seyi Vibez and the Starboy linked up at the Eko Atlantic Hotel, where the latter performed at, for the Arise Fashion Week.
Tems Links Up With JAY Z And Beyonce In Pre Grammy Award Event
Temilade Openiyi, known professionally as Tems, a Nigerian singer has been caught in a trending pictures on social media hanging around with the world great singers and couple, Jay Z and Beyonce in the pre-Grammy award event. Tems is one of the most outstanding Nigerian female singers who rose to prominence after she featured on Wizkid's 2020 single "Essence," which reached the top ten of the Billboard Hot 100 ...
Do You Know Idris Elba? See What He Intends To Do In Ghana
Idris Elba has promised the Ghanian president that he would develop the face of Ghana film academy. His intention was revealed when he paid a courtesy visit to the President of Ghana, Nana Akufo-Addo at the Jubilee House in Accra, the capital of Ghana. Idrissa Akuna Elba OBE is an English actor.
Borno Voters Threaten INEC With Lawsuit Over Failure To Release Permanent Voter’s Cards
Some aggrieved voters in Borno State have threatened to drag the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, to court in order to compel the commission to release their Permanent Voter’s Cards (PVC). Addressing journalists in Maiduguri through a group's spokesperson, Ishiaku Yakubu, the voters said that all attempts to get their PVCs from INEC office less than three weeks before the elections have been futile.
Peter Obi Replies Governor El-Rufai, Promises To Invest In Entertainment Industry
The presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has reacted to the statement by Governor Nasir El-Rufai of Kaduna State, where he stated that Obi should focus on Nollywood instead of running for presidency. The former Anambra State Governor who gave the reply on Sunday while featuring on Arise Television’s Sunday Show Program, said he would work hard to improve on the Nollywood industry.
Seria A: Osimhen Brace Seal Napoli Win Over Spezia
Victor Osimhen brace helped Napoli to a 3-0 victory over Spezia on Sunday. Forward Khvicha Kvaratskhelia put Napoli in front from the penalty spot two minutes into the second half. Osimhen scored in the 68th minute with a close-range header following a mistake by Spezia defender Ethan Ampadu. Another error by the Spezia gifted the striker a chance to make it 3-0 in the 73rd minute with his 16th league goal of the season, a personal record.
Liverpool Won’t Hinge On Loss To Wolves, Says Alisson
Liverpool goalkeeper, Alisson Becker is optimistic that the team will bounce back to winning ways after losing 3-0 to Wolves in the Premier League. The result against Wolves means Liverpool are in 10th position on the Premier League table with 11 points adrift of the top four. Speaking to the media, Alisson said: “We have to think about the next games, that is what we have in [our] hands. We are not in a position to think too much about what we can do at the end of the season.
Kane's Lone Goal Hands Tottenham Victory Over Man City
Manchester City's hope of cutting Arsenal's League lead to two points was dashed off as Harry Kane's lone and record-breaking goal earned Tottenham Hotspur a 1-0 won over the champions on Sunday. Kane's 15th-minute effort made him the north London club's all-time top goalscorer with 267, taking him past great Jimmy Greaves whose record had stood since 1970.
Deeper Life Ready To Reclaim Encroached Parcel Of Land At Maba
The Chairman of the Deeper Life Bible Church, Pastor Alfred Ogene, has disclosed the church leadership’s readiness to reclaim the encroached 40 hectares of land originally earmarked for Anchor University Permanent Campus, and other church projects at Maba town, along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway in the Obafemi-Owode Local Government Area of Ogun State.
Don't Fall For It, Buhari Has Left His Legacy - Chima Christian
The massive success of the latest “legacy of free and fair elections” public relations (PR) campaign is perhaps the most eloquent example of President Muhammadu Buhari's brilliance. The PR campaign is having its day in court. For now, it has surpassed, I believe, the expectations of even the framers of that discourse. First, any attempt that tries to discuss Buhari's legacy in isolation is deceptive. No one event no matter how consequential is weighty enough to summarize an eight-year stewardship.
UBA GMD/CEO, Oliver Alawuba, Conferred With Doctorate Degree By Imo State University
For his immense contributions to the growth of banking and finance in Nigeria and across Africa, the Group Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, Oliver Alawuba, was on Saturday, conferred with an Honorary Doctorate Degree in Banking and Finance by the Imo State University (IMSU) Owerri, Nigeria. Alawuba was honoured during the school’s 8thConvocation Ceremony, an event witnessed by the Executive Governor of Imo State, Senator Hope Uzodinma.
Buhari Condemns Terrorists’ Attack On Vigilantes Katsina
President Muhammadu Buhari has condemned the attack on vigilantes at Yargoje Forest in Jibia Local Government Area of Katsina State, where many lives were lost. The insurgents ambushed a convoy of vigilantes in the forest as they went to recover stolen cows. In a statement issued by his media aide, Malam Garba Shehu, in Abuja, the president paid tributes to the vigilantes and their family members.
How To Win Elections In Nigeria!
By abiodun KOMOLAFE To start with, election candidacy ought not to be an impromptu decision. For inspiration, we may have to turn to the Western civilization for succour. After all, our social structures and institutions are patterned after theirs.
2023: Timi Frank Warns Buhari, INEC Against Polls Shift
A former Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Comrade Timi Frank, on Sunday, advised President Muhammadu Buhari not to contemplate or accept any recommendation to shift the forthcoming polls. Frank who made this plea in a statement he personally signed in Abuja, also called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), not to add to the current harrowing experience of Nigerians by shifting the polls.
SERAP Sues Lawan, Gbajabiamila Over Failure To Cut N228.1b National Assembly Budget
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has filed a lawsuit against the Senate President, Dr. Ahmad Lawan, and Speaker of the House of Representatives, Femi Gbajabiamila over their “failure to cut the unlawful National Assembly budget of N228.1bn, including the N30.17bn severance payments and inauguration costs for members.” The suit followed the move by the National Assembly to increase its 2023 budget from N169bn proposed by President Muhammadu Buhari to N228.1bn.
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