NTA Secures Exclusive Broadcasting Rights For 2023 AFCON, Outshining Multichoice.
By Sogeyinbo Abdulrahmon Olabanji (SIWES student, Gate Way ICT Polytechnic) In a surprising turn of events, the National Television Authority (NTA) has clinched the exclusive broadcasting rights for the highly anticipated 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). This monumental deal ensures that every moment of the continental football extravaganza will be showcased on NTA, marking […]
NNPC Allocates Four Crude Oil Cargoes To Dangote Refinery Project.
By Sogeyinbo Abdulrahmon Olabanji (SIWES student, Gate Way ICT Polytechnic) NNPC Ltd. is set to deliver four million barrels of crude oil in four cargoes to the $20 billion Dangote Refinery as part of its February supply program. With a total of six million barrels already delivered, the additional four cargoes are anticipated to support […]
SEC Approves NASD To Launch Digital Securities Platform In Nigeria.
By Sogeyinbo Abdulrahmon Olabanji (SIWES student, Gate Way ICT Polytechnic) The Nigerian Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has granted NASD Plc approval to launch its Digital Securities Platform (N-DSP) in collaboration with Blockstation, as part of the Regulatory Incubation (RI) Programme. NASD sees this milestone as a significant step towards fostering innovation, transparency, trust, and […]
Supreme Court Upholds NIWA As Nigeria’s Inland Waterways Regulator, Resolving Federal-State Legal Battle.
By Sogeyinbo Abdulrahmon Olabanji (SIWES student, Gate Way ICT Polytechnic) Following an extended legal dispute between the Federal Government and Lagos State over jurisdiction on national waterways, the Supreme Court has sided with the Federal Government and its regulatory body for inland waterways, the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA). In a judgment reaffirming the authority […]
Nigerian Banks Surges As Loan Books Expand By 44% To N32. 47 Trillion In Nine Months, Reports Reveals.
By Sogeyinbo Abdulrahmon Olabanji (SIWES student, Gate Way ICT Polytechnic) Among these, tier-1 banks dominated, with UBA leading the pack, experiencing a remarkable 62% surge in its loan book to N4.94 trillion. Stanbic IBTC, a tier-2 bank, closely followed with a 55.5% increase to N1.763 trillion. Zenith Bank claimed the third spot, achieving a 49% […]
Access Bank’s Acquisition Of Atlas Mara’s Zambian Unit Is Now Finalized.
By Sogeyinbo Abdulrahmon Olabanji (SIWES student, Gate Way ICT Polytechnic) Access Bank’s acquisition of Atlas Mara’s Zambian unit is now finalized, according to a corporate filing by Sunday Ekwochi, the company secretary. With Atlas Mara Zambia becoming a wholly-owned subsidiary of Access Zambia, the goal is to drive economic growth by offering innovative products. Access […]
Kano Pillars Appeals N12 Million Fine By NPFL.
By Sogeyinbo Abdulrahmon Olabanji (SIWES student, Gate Way ICT Polytechnic) The management of Kano Pillars Football Club is seeking a reconsideration of the N12 million fine imposed by the Nigeria Professional Football League Disciplinary Committee. The appeal follows an incident where disruptions by unidentified individuals marred the Week 17 match against Plateau United at Sani […]
Victor Osimhen Responds To Jugeli’s Controversial Statements On Summer Transfer.
By Sogeyinbo Abdulrahmon Olabanji (SIWES student, Gate Way ICT Polytechnic) Super Eagles and Napoli forward, Victor Osimhen, fires back at Mamuka Jugeli, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia’s agent, for suggesting a potential move to the Saudi League in the summer. Osimhen, who recently signed a new deal with Napoli, criticized Jugeli’s comments, calling him a disgrace on his […]
Sanwo-Olu Encourages Super Eagles To Secure AFCON Victory For Nigeria.
By Sogeyinbo Abdulrahmon Olabanji (SIWES student, Gate Way ICT Polytechnic) Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has urged the Super Eagles to clinch the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) title, providing solace to Nigerians amidst economic challenges. Speaking at a special dinner at Lagos House, Marina, Sanwo-Olu emphasized the team’s role as the country’s unifiers and […]
Tragedy Strikes As Two Boats Sink In Rivers, Claiming Elevens Lives, Including Five Infants
By Sogeyinbo Abdulrahmon Olabanji (SIWES student, Gate Way ICT Polytechnic) In a devastating incident, two boats transporting residents of Ngo Town, Ataba, Isiama, and other Andoni communities to Bonny Island sank, resulting in the tragic deaths of at least eleven people, including five infants. The boats, carrying over 25 passengers, were overwhelmed by a heavy […]