As the world marks the 2021 World Telecommunication and Information Society Day, with the theme: “Accelerating Digital Transformation in Challenging Times,” telecommunication service provider, 9mobile has restated its commitment to drive the pace of digital transformation in Nigeria, through strategic…
By Asishana John Sovereign Trust Insurance Plc has announced a Profit Before Tax (PBT) of N510 million for the first quarter of 2021. A statement made available by the insurer on Tuesday in Lagos indicates that the figure represents 66…
By Kayode Tokede The Governor, Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr. Godwin Emefiele, has faulted claims in certain quarters suggesting that the Bank’s targeted interventions in the agricultural sector are tilted in favour of a certain section of the country.…
By Ogaga Ariemu The Federal Government on Tuesday reiterated the need to develop Geospatial technology for operational efficiency and good governance. Minister of Science and Technology, Dr. Ogbonnaya Onu made the call at the opening ceremony of a three-days stakeholders workshop…
The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources Chief Timipre Sylva says that efforts to ensure passage of the Petroleum Industry Bill (PIB) before the National Assembly are still on course. Sylva made this known at an interactive session with journalists…
The Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON) on Tuesday launched a range of new standards for solar system components in line with the nation’s drive for use of renewable energy. The new industrial standards are for solar panels, batteries, inverters, photovoltaic (PV),…
Bankole Taiwo, Abeokuta Two people reportedly died and three others injured on Tuesday afternoon when a cylinder gas being used for welding during routine maintenance work at Conference Hotel, Oke Mosan, Abeokuta exploded. Those died according to statement from the…
By Moses Adeniyi Enforcement Operation to clear off beggars from Lagos metropolis will commence next week by the Lagos State Government; Nigerian NewsDirect has gathered. The disclosure over the intended operation was sourced on Tuesday from the State’s Commissioner for…
By Moses Adeniyi Successful bidder of the proposed $2.5 billion transaction worth Lagos fourth mainland bridge is expected to be determined by October in the 3rd quarter of Y2021; Nigerian NewsDirect have gathered. Report gathered revealed that the project which…
… unveils additional 100 standard routes buses … to study effectiveness in two months before full ban on Okada By Moses Adeniyi The Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has launched the First and Last Mile (FLM) Bus Scheme which…
