February 2023

Death toll from Turkey earthquake exceeds 40,000

The death toll from the earthquake that struck Turkey and neighbouring Syria has surpassed 40,000, leaving many survivors homeless in near-freezing winter temperatures. Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan acknowledged shortcomings in the initial response to the 7.8 magnitude earthquake that struck…

NiDCOM, group seek to protect diaspora direct investment

Mr Wale-Smatt Oyerinde, the Director-General, Nigeria Employment and Consultative Association (NECA) has reiterated the need for a shift in consumption of remittances from Social safety to Investment. This statement was made during a courtesy visit to the Management of Nigerians…