Governor Alex Otti says his government is prepared to partner Indonesia to boost economic development and industrialization in Abia. Mr Otti said this on Thursday when the Indonesian High Commissioner to Nigeria, Usra Harahap, paid him a visit in Nvosi, Isiala Ngwa South LGA. The governor also reiterated the readiness of the state government to […]
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As part of his efforts to improve revenue generation for Yobe State, Governor Mai Mala Buni has urged the Qatari embassy in Nigeria to explore the agricultural potential in the state for the benefits of the two governments. A statement by Mamman Mohammed, Director General of Press and Media Affairs to the Governor, said Buni […]
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AdminThe federal government has said that it would soon conclude plans with the Government of Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to supply… The federal government has said that it would soon conclude plans with the Government of Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to supply the Gulf Kingdom with 14,000 […]
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AdminNigeria and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia have committed to enhancing collaboration for the development of solid minerals as the world shifts from fossil fuels to cleaner energy. The resolution was reached during a bilateral meeting on the sidelines of the Future Minerals Forum (FMF) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, […]
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AdminA Chinese firm, Beijing Zhogmin Xinjunlong New Energy Technology Company Ltd., and NIGUS International, a Nigerian firm, have signed a $1 billion agreement to fund and develop gas flaring solutions for Nigeria. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the signing ceremony took place on Friday in Abuja in response to a national directive […]
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Admin The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) says it has disbursed $61.64 million to foreign airlines through various Deposit Money Banks (DMBs). According to a statement issued by its Acting Director, Corporate Communications, Mrs Hakama Sidi-Ali in Abuja on Sunday, the disbursement is in fulfilment of CBN’s commitment to eliminate the backlog of pending matured […]
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Admin Jubilee Syringe Manufacturing (JSM) company in Awa, Onna Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom, has ended its operations, attributing the decision to “unforeseen circumstances affecting business operations.” The company, which was reputed to be the largest syringe manufacturing venture in Africa, was inaugurated in 2017 by former Vice President, Yemi Osinbajo. Though it had […]
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Admin Abducted Koreans regain freedom in Nigeria Two South Koreans kidnapped by gunmen in Emughan Clan, Abua/Odual Local Council of Rivers State have regained freedom. On December 12, 2023, gunmen ambushed a convoy of Daewoo workers along the Ahoada/Qbua axis of the East-West in the state, shooting dead four soldiers escorting the expatriates and two […]
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The General Assembly has approved a US$3.59 billion budget for the United Nations for 2024. The budget includes creation of a dedicated account to fund the organization’s peace-building fund. This was revealed in a statement issued by the Office of the President of the General Assembly on Sunday, the News Agency of Nigeria. According to […]
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The British American Tobacco Nigeria Limited (BATN) and affiliated companies will pay a $110 million penalty over multiple infractions, the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) said on Wednesday. According to a statement, the affiliated companies that contravened the laws include British American Tobacco Marketing (Nigeria) Limited (BATMN), British American Tobacco Plc, and British […]
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