Business
$300,000 “ExxonMobil STEM Africa” initiative launched
A $300,000 “ExxonMobil STEM Africa” initiative, aimed at promoting science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) for approximately 3,000 African students across Nigeria, Namibia, Angola and Mozambique, has been launched. Launched by ExxonMobil Foundation and JA Africa, the initiative, will provide STEM and problem-solving skills to students across continent; Students to…
Read More »FG assures Egbin Power of debt settlement
Nigeria’s largest power generation company, Egbin Power, has been assured of Federal government committment to offset the debt owed. The Hon. Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, who gave the the assurance affirmed that from the month of April the government will gradually offset the debt owed the company, even as he pointed that the constraints of…
Read More »Two convicted, others in police net for vandalizing EEDC property
The Federal High Court of Nigeria in the Awka Judicial Division holden at Awka, Anambra State, last week sentenced the duo of Chinonso Chinaemelu, 27-year-old and Okoye Chisom Christian, 20-year-old to one year imprisonment respectively for vandalizing a distribution substation belonging to the Enugu Electricity Distribution Company PLC (EEDC). According…
Read More »5 strategies to prevent payment delays from hurting your business
The World Bank predicts that late payments cost the global economy over $40billion every year Payment delays pose significant challenges for businesses across Africa. Maintaining a steady cash flow is essential for business growth and sustainability, making it crucial to address late or non-payments from customers. So, how can SMEs…
Read More »Climate Action Africa announces CAAF24
Climate Action Africa (CAA) has announced the inaugural convening of the Climate Action Africa Forum (CAAF24). This international event brings together stakeholders from across the world who drive thought leadership insights on how to encourage collaboration, catalyse actionable solutions, and urge governments, businesses, and individuals to invest in climate-smart initiatives. The…
Read More »Court adjourns alleged forgery suit against GTB for adoption of final written addresses
A Lagos High Court sitting in Yaba on Thursday adjourned an alleged forgery suit filed against Guaranty Trust Bank (GTB) until May 28 for adoption of final written addresses. Justice Ezekiel Ashade adjourned until May 28, after the defence closed its case. The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (MD/CEO)…
Read More »ATC Masts: Court refuses to dismiss HEDA case against MTN, others
A Federal High Court, sitting in Lagos, has ruled that HEDA Resources Centre has a right to institute the case against the ATC Nigeria Wireless Infrastructure Limited and MTN Nigeria over the construction of 2,500 base transceiver stations across Nigeria for MTN’s operations within proximity to the base trans-receiver stations…
Read More »Eight tips to consider when choosing a domain name for your small business
Careful consideration will have to be observed, when choosing a domain name for a small business, as it is often the first thing people see about your business. The domain name of a business is often considered a piece of real estate on the internet, or your business home on…
Read More »Unity Bank: 1000 female to be upgraded in Software Engineering
A partnership deal between Nigerian lender, Unity Bank Plc and SkillPaddy is targeting to upgrade no fewer than 1000 female beneficiaries in Software Engineering Training. The initiative is part of the organisation’s “Count Her In” tech Programme. The IT skill development and empowerment initiative is intended to bridge talent…
Read More »Winners emerged at “17th Toyota Dream Car Art Contest”
Winners have emerged at the “Toyota Dream Car Art Contest – National Contest”, a contest aimed at celebrating the creative achievements of young artists from across the nation. The winners were unveiled in an event which took place on March 7th, 2024, at the Toyota by CFAO offices situated…
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