![President Muhammadu Buhari has directed the Attorney General and Minister of Justice to inaugurate an Inter-Ministerial Gender-Based Violence Management Committee to address all forms of violence against women and children in Nigeria. The Minister of Women Affairs, Mrs Pauline Tallen, made this known at the virtual meeting on the 2020 State of the World Population […]](https://i2.wp.com/ocdn.eu/pulscms-transforms/1/FVxk9kpTURBXy8wY2FlMGE4ZjM5MDcwNjI5ZWQzZTQxZGVhZTJiNzU0My5qcGeSlQMAAM0FAM0C0JUCzQMHAMPDgqEwAaExAQ "Tallen assures FG’s commitment to end violence against women, children")
COVID-19: We’ve flattened the curve, says Gov. Ganduje Silverbird Group to establish cinema outlets in Ebonyi FG alleges that multinationals companies drill for water without approval Electricity/Fuel pump hike: NLC insists on nationwide protest LASG receives 107,546 CA-COVID food palliative packs At UNGA, AU chairman solicits ‘comprehensive stimulus package’ for Africa Sanusi calls for diversification of economy to address poverty, inequality Food Council to ensure reduction in fertiliser price – Gov. Bagudu Kwara Assembly urges Gov AbdulRasaq to assist rainstorm victims I’m loyal to APC, not factions, says chieftain in Ibadan Oyo govt re-awards 9.7km Saki township road for N4.7bn Suarez language exam for Italian citizenship rigged, prosecutors insist Runsewe urges youths to uphold cultural values Late Emir of Zazzau was a father to all – NDA Spurs’ League Cup match called off due to COVID-19 cases at Orient Mixed reactions trail CBN‘s MPR cut 40 coys bid for NEPZA constituency projects Bale may extend Spurs’ stay beyond loan spell, agent says Minister urges fertilizer dealers to work in line with Fertilizer Act IBEDC apologises to customers over poor electricity supply NAICOM urges state govts to domesticate compulsory life insurance, others for citizens Minister advocates return of state sports festivals to enhance athletes’ competitiveness PMAN congratulates King Sunny Ade at 74 FRC partners agencies on monitoring, evaluation, project verification TETFUND pledges support to Kogi confluence university King of Jordan, Abdullah seeks end to Palestinian-Israeli conflict Economic recovery: CBN reduces Monetary Policy Rate LASWA, Ibile Oil & Gas collaborate to enhance ferry services in Lagos IBEDC appeals to Mowe, Ibafo, Magboro customers over poor electricity supply NAF immortalises Arotile, Nigeria’s first female combatant helicopter pilot 16 ships discharge petroleum products, food stuff at Lagos ports Putin calls for space peace treaty, offers coronavirus vaccine to UN Shippers Council visits bonded terminals, reviews operational efficiency Interest rate cut: Stock market advances by N42bn Rape : Group calls for domestication of VAPP Act in Abia Obaseki’s re-election: Benin monarch calls for support FCTA begins installation of solar-powered street light in schools Work hard for brighter future, Agency urges students Edo: Ogbeh advises Obaseki to run an all-inclusive govt CYMS, Tonto Dikeh hail Rochas at 58 Opposition says 1 dead, 50 arrests in Cameroon anti-government protests Opposition says 1 dead, 50 arrests in Cameroon anti-government protests FCTA demolishes 2,400 “Ruga” settlements on airport corridor NPC Chairman laments Nigeria’s inability to meet population policy goals NDDC promises to pay outstanding fees of stranded UK students Kano Govt trains stakeholders on Basic Healthcare Provision Fund Progressive Governors’ Forum felicitates with Okorocha at 58, Sen.Tinubu at 60 No hidden agenda on National Water Resources Bill – FG AfCFTA must be backed by adequate policies -Lawan Climate change effects more dangerous than COVID-19 – minister
"SME News"
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Kebbi Govt trains SMEs on procurement processes
The Kebbi State Price Intelligence and Public Procurement Department has begun a two-day training of Small and Medium Scale Entreprises (SMEs) on procurement processes. The News...
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Emefiele canvasses stakeholders support to stimulate economic growth
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![The UK government on Thursday, said it had signed an agreement to support SMEs and vulnerable groups with requisite skills in Nigeria. The British Deputy High Commission in Lagos made the disclosure in a statement. It said that the UK Government, through its Prosperity Fund Digital Access Programme, had signed a grant agreement with CyberSafe […]](https://i2.wp.com/storage.googleapis.com/thisday-846548948316-wp-data/wp-media/2019/05/33e106b8-cybersecurity-threats.jpg "Cybersecurity: UK supports SMEs, vulnerable groups with requisite skills in Nigeria")
Science & Technology2 weeks agoCybersecurity: UK supports SMEs, vulnerable groups with requisite skills in Nigeria
The UK government on Thursday, said it had signed an agreement to support SMEs and vulnerable groups with requisite skills in Nigeria. The British Deputy High...
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Cybersecurity: UK supports SMEs, vulnerable groups with requisite skills in Nigeria
The UK government on Thursday, said it had signed an agreement to support SMEs and vulnerable groups with requisite skills in Nigeria. The British Deputy High...
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![The Plateau Ministry of Lands, Survey and Urban Planning, has generated over N165 million into the coffers of government between January and August 2020. Mr Yakubu Dati, the Commissioner in the Ministry, made this known on Thursday in Jos while unveiling a publication of the ministry on the schedule of new fees. “Despite the disruptive […]](https://i2.wp.com/nnn.ng/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Yakubu-Dati.jpeg?resizeu003d615%2C580u0026sslu003d1 "Plateau generates N165m in 8 months from land registration — Commissioner")
Environment2 weeks agoPlateau generates N165m in 8 months from land registration — Commissioner
The Plateau Ministry of Lands, Survey and Urban Planning, has generated over N165 million into the coffers of government between January and August 2020. Mr Yakubu...
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![FBNQuest Funds, the merchant banking and asset management arm of FBN Holdings Plc, on Wednesday said that it had invested over N20 billion in private equity since 2003. The company’s Vice President, Alternative Investments, Mr Christian Ekpo, disclosed this at a virtual FBNQuest engagement session organised to provide some industry insights into its business. Incorporated […]](https://i2.wp.com/nnn.ng/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/FBNQuest-BRANDSPUR-scaled-1200x900.jpg "Private equity: FBNQuest Funds invests over N20bn in 70 firms")
Banking2 weeks agoPrivate equity: FBNQuest Funds invests over N20bn in 70 firms
FBNQuest Funds, the merchant banking and asset management arm of FBN Holdings Plc, on Wednesday said that it had invested over N20 billion in private equity...
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![A panel of representatives of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in the agriculture sector has called for cooperation among SMEs to enhance the value chain in food production in the continent. The representatives made the call in a panel discussion at the ongoing 2020 virtual summit of the African Green Revolution Forum (AGRF) hosted by […]](https://i2.wp.com/nnn.ng/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/SMEs-1.jpg "SMEs call for cooperation to enhance value chain in food production")
Economy2 weeks agoSMEs call for cooperation to enhance value chain in food production
A panel of representatives of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in the agriculture sector has called for cooperation among SMEs to enhance the value chain in...
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![Vice President Yemi Osinbajo says there is need for the relevant ministers and stakeholders to expedite action on the plan adopted to mitigate the effect of COVID-19 disruptions on the economy. Osinbajo’s spokesman, Laolu Akande, said the vice president made the call while presenting an overview of the Economic Sustainability Plan(ESP) at a 2-day First […]](https://i2.wp.com/nnn.ng/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/osinbajo.jpg "Osinbajo harps on urgency of economic stimulus package")
Economy2 weeks agoOsinbajo harps on urgency of economic stimulus package
Vice President Yemi Osinbajo says there is need for the relevant ministers and stakeholders to expedite action on the plan adopted to mitigate the effect of...
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![Sub-Saharan Africa will benefit five billion euros from EU Green Economy Recovery Plan, an EU official has said. Mr Leonard Mizzi, the Head of Unit, Directorate-General for International Cooperation and Development, European Commission made this known at the ongoing 2020 virtual summit of the African Green Revolution Forum (AGRF) hosted by Rwanda. Speaking at a […]](https://i2.wp.com/nnn.ng/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Sub-Sahara-Africa.jpg "Sub-Saharan Africa to benefit €5bn from EU green plan")
Economy2 weeks agoSub-Saharan Africa to benefit €5bn from EU green plan
Sub-Saharan Africa will benefit five billion euros from EU Green Economy Recovery Plan, an EU official has said. Mr Leonard Mizzi, the Head of Unit, Directorate-General...
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![The African Development Bank (AfDB) says its partnership with African Green Revolution Forum (AGRF) is to promote policies aimed at ensuring food security in the continent. Mrs Wambui Gichuri, AfDB’s Acting Vice President for Agriculture, Human and Social Development, said this in a statement on Monday in Abuja. Gichuri said the partnership had become imperative […]](https://i2.wp.com/media.premiumtimesng.com/wp-content/files/2018/01/AfDB.jpg?fitu003d750%2C450u0026sslu003d1 "AfDB contributes to regional food security through forum – official")
Economy2 weeks agoAfDB contributes to regional food security through forum – official
The African Development Bank (AfDB) says its partnership with African Green Revolution Forum (AGRF) is to promote policies aimed at ensuring food security in the continent....
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![ADDRESS BY HIS EXCELLENCY, MUHAMMADU BUHARI, PRESIDENT OF THE FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA, AT THE FIRST YEAR MINISTERIAL PERFROMANCE REVIEW RETREAT STATE HOUSE CONFERENCE CENTRE, ABUJA 7TH SEPTEMBER, 2020, PROTOCOLS It gives me great pleasure to welcome you all to the First Year Ministerial Performance Review Retreat. We are meeting a time that […]](https://i2.wp.com/nnn.ng/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Muhammadu-Buhari3-400x240.jpg "Buhari’s address at Ministerial Performance Review Retreat")
![ADDRESS BY HIS EXCELLENCY, MUHAMMADU BUHARI, PRESIDENT OF THE FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA, AT THE FIRST YEAR MINISTERIAL PERFROMANCE REVIEW RETREAT STATE HOUSE CONFERENCE CENTRE, ABUJA 7TH SEPTEMBER, 2020, PROTOCOLS It gives me great pleasure to welcome you all to the First Year Ministerial Performance Review Retreat. We are meeting a time that […]](https://i2.wp.com/nnn.ng/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Muhammadu-Buhari3-80x80.jpg "Buhari’s address at Ministerial Performance Review Retreat")
Features2 weeks agoBuhari’s address at Ministerial Performance Review Retreat
ADDRESS BY HIS EXCELLENCY, MUHAMMADU BUHARI, PRESIDENT OF THE FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA, AT THE FIRST YEAR MINISTERIAL PERFROMANCE REVIEW RETREAT STATE HOUSE CONFERENCE CENTRE, ABUJA...
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![Mr Samuel Afolabi, Lagos Regional Coordinator, Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC), says the council is committed to raising its transparency and efficiency rating to 100 per cent. Afolabi stated this during a stakeholders meeting on Feedback for the Review of NEPC’s Operationalization Plan in Lagos on Friday. He said that NEPC was gathering feedbacks from […]](https://i2.wp.com/storage.googleapis.com/thisday-846548948316-wp-data/wp-media/2020/02/2b1da8b5-victor-gbenga-afolabi.jpg "NEPC to raise transparency, efficiency ratings to 100%")
Agriculture3 weeks agoNEPC to raise transparency, efficiency ratings to 100%
Mr Samuel Afolabi, Lagos Regional Coordinator, Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC), says the council is committed to raising its transparency and efficiency rating to 100 per...
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![Mr Segun Awolowo, the Executive Secretary, Nigeria Export Promotion Council (NEPC), says active implementation of the Zero Oil Plan will boost Nigeria’s foreign exchange earnings in the face of economic contraction caused by COVID-19 pandemic. Awolowo spoke with State House correspondents after meeting with Vice President Yemi Osinbajo on Thursday at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. […]](https://i2.wp.com/nnn.ng/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/coronavirus-6-400x240.jpg "COVID-19: Zero Oil Plan critical to Nigeria’s economy—NEPC")
![Mr Segun Awolowo, the Executive Secretary, Nigeria Export Promotion Council (NEPC), says active implementation of the Zero Oil Plan will boost Nigeria’s foreign exchange earnings in the face of economic contraction caused by COVID-19 pandemic. Awolowo spoke with State House correspondents after meeting with Vice President Yemi Osinbajo on Thursday at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. […]](https://i2.wp.com/nnn.ng/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/coronavirus-6-80x80.jpg "COVID-19: Zero Oil Plan critical to Nigeria’s economy—NEPC")
COVID-193 weeks agoCOVID-19: Zero Oil Plan critical to Nigeria’s economy—NEPC
Mr Segun Awolowo, the Executive Secretary, Nigeria Export Promotion Council (NEPC), says active implementation of the Zero Oil Plan will boost Nigeria’s foreign exchange earnings in...
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![Ptof . Umar Dambatta, Executive Vice Chairman, Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) says number of active telecommunications subscribers in Nigeria in the last eight months, show increase from 184 million in December 2019 to 199.3 million in May 2020. Danbatta made the disclosure at the virtual launch/award ceremony of the COVID-19 Research Grant, presented to three […]](https://i2.wp.com/nnn.ng/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/NCC-EVC-Profile-Picture-1152x768.jpg "Nigeria active subscribers grow from 184m to 199.3m – Danbatta")
Science & Technology3 weeks agoNigeria active subscribers grow from 184m to 199.3m – Danbatta
Ptof . Umar Dambatta, Executive Vice Chairman, Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) says number of active telecommunications subscribers in Nigeria in the last eight months, show increase...
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![The Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has appealed to the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to review its new directive on payments for imports in the interest of the Nigerian economy. Dr Muda Yusuf, Director-General LCCI made the appeal in a statement on Sunday in Lagos. Yusuf said the appeal became pertinent […]](https://i2.wp.com/storage.googleapis.com/thisday-846548948316-wp-data/wp-media/2018/11/6749995c-lagos-chamber-of-commerce-and-industry-lcci.jpg "Form “M’: LCCI appeals for review of CBN decision")
CBN3 weeks agoForm “M’: LCCI appeals for review of CBN decision
The Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has appealed to the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to review its new directive on payments for imports...
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![Gov. Okezie Ikpeazu of Abia says his administration is determined to make Abia “more economically viable, infrastructurally stable and socially responsible.” Ikpeazu said this during the celebration of Abia Day, organised at the Michael Okpara Auditorium, Umuahia to mark the 29th anniversary of the creation of the state. He said that regardless of the challenges the […]](https://i2.wp.com/nnn.ng/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/Ikpeazu.jpg "Abia @ 29: Ikpeazu promises increased socio-economic, infrastructure development")
General news4 weeks agoAbia @ 29: Ikpeazu promises increased socio-economic, infrastructure development
Gov. Okezie Ikpeazu of Abia says his administration is determined to make Abia “more economically viable, infrastructurally stable and socially responsible.” Ikpeazu said this during the...
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![Prince Adetokunbo Kayode, President, Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI) on Thursday applauded the re-election of Dr Akinwunmi Adesina as President of African Development Bank (AfDB). Kayode lauded the re-election in a statement signed by the ACCI Media Officer, Latifat Opoola on Thursday in Abuja. Adesina was re-elected as the President of AfDB for […]](https://i2.wp.com/nnn.ng/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/Prince-Adetokumbo-Kayode-600x338.jpg "Abuja Chamber of Commerce lauds Adesina’s re-election as AfDB President")
Economy4 weeks agoAbuja Chamber of Commerce lauds Adesina’s re-election as AfDB President
Prince Adetokunbo Kayode, President, Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI) on Thursday applauded the re-election of Dr Akinwunmi Adesina as President of African Development Bank...
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![The Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI), has urged the Federal Government to adjust its policy on business and financial support for private sector during the COVID-19 pandemic to enhance the economy. Prince Adetokunbo Kayode, ACCI President, in a statement on Tuesday in Abuja, said that reviewing current policies and engaging genuine businesses would […]](https://i2.wp.com/nnn.ng/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/6202fc13-26fa-45e2-8e5a-75e4dad03d36.jpg "State of Economy: ACCI demands policy review, increase private sector partnership")
Economy4 weeks agoState of Economy: ACCI demands policy review, increase private sector partnership
The Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI), has urged the Federal Government to adjust its policy on business and financial support for private sector during...
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![Some financial experts on Tuesday identified access to finance, supply chain disruptions and shift to digital business as challenges being faced by women entrepreneurs amid COVID-19 pandemic. The experts made the submission at a webinar organised by the Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) and the International Finance Corporation (IFC) in Lagos. The theme of the webinar […]](https://i2.wp.com/nnn.ng/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/coronavirus1-400x240.jpg "COVID-19: Experts highlight impacts on women-owned small businesses")
![Some financial experts on Tuesday identified access to finance, supply chain disruptions and shift to digital business as challenges being faced by women entrepreneurs amid COVID-19 pandemic. The experts made the submission at a webinar organised by the Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) and the International Finance Corporation (IFC) in Lagos. The theme of the webinar […]](https://i2.wp.com/nnn.ng/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/coronavirus1-80x80.jpg "COVID-19: Experts highlight impacts on women-owned small businesses")
COVID-194 weeks agoCOVID-19: Experts highlight impacts on women-owned small businesses
Some financial experts on Tuesday identified access to finance, supply chain disruptions and shift to digital business as challenges being faced by women entrepreneurs amid COVID-19...
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![The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) and Driving School Associations (DSA) have adopted resolutions towards promotion of quality drivers’ training and ensuring safety on Nigeria roads. The Corps Marshal, Dr Boboye Oyeyemi and representatives of DSA disclosed this resolutions in a statement issued by the Corps Public Education Officer, ACM Bisi Kazeem, on Saturday […]](https://i2.wp.com/nnn.ng/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/FRSC-400x240.jpg "FRSC, driving schools adopt safety, training resolutions")
![The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) and Driving School Associations (DSA) have adopted resolutions towards promotion of quality drivers’ training and ensuring safety on Nigeria roads. The Corps Marshal, Dr Boboye Oyeyemi and representatives of DSA disclosed this resolutions in a statement issued by the Corps Public Education Officer, ACM Bisi Kazeem, on Saturday […]](https://i2.wp.com/nnn.ng/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/FRSC-80x80.jpg "FRSC, driving schools adopt safety, training resolutions")
Defence/Security1 month agoFRSC, driving schools adopt safety, training resolutions
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) and Driving School Associations (DSA) have adopted resolutions towards promotion of quality drivers’ training and ensuring safety on Nigeria roads. ...
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![Organized Private Sector in Nigeria (OPSN) on Wednesday called for an improved women’s economic empowerment to help stimulate productivity, foster economic diversification and engender income equality. Mrs Toki Mabogunje, President LCCI made the call at the Nigerian Association of Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (NACCIMA) Business Women Group (NAWORG) webinar. The News Agency […]](https://i2.wp.com/nnn.ng/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Impact-Investing-450x300.jpg "COVID-19: OPSN advocates improved women empowerment")
COVID-191 month agoCOVID-19: OPSN advocates improved women empowerment
Organized Private Sector in Nigeria (OPSN) on Wednesday called for an improved women’s economic empowerment to help stimulate productivity, foster economic diversification and engender income equality....
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![In a bid to mitigate the effects of COVID-19 pandemic on the Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs), the MTN Nigeria, says it has started a Revv Programme. The Revv Programme seeks to address major macro level issues specifically in the areas of re-igniting the economy and driving digital inclusion for SMEs. This is in line […]](https://i2.wp.com/nnn.ng/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/MTN-The-REVV-Programme.jpg?resizeu003d900%2C595u0026sslu003d1 "MTN launches Revv Programme to support SMEs")
Science & Technology1 month agoMTN launches Revv Programme to support SMEs
In a bid to mitigate the effects of COVID-19 pandemic on the Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs), the MTN Nigeria, says it has started a Revv...
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![Dr Stephen Odoh, Ebonyi Commissioner for Business Development, says the state government has approved funds to accelerate economic growth and deepen business development in the state. Odoh in a statement issued on Tuesday in Abakaliki, said that the fund was part of Gov. Dave Umahi led administration’s resolve to stimulate the growth of economic and […]](https://i2.wp.com/nnn.ng/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/David-Umahi-640x360.jpg "Ebonyi Govt. approves fund for business development – Commissioner")
Economy1 month agoEbonyi Govt. approves fund for business development – Commissioner
Dr Stephen Odoh, Ebonyi Commissioner for Business Development, says the state government has approved funds to accelerate economic growth and deepen business development in the state....
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![A business expert, Dr Uju Ogubunka, says the Federal Government’s (FG) decision to restructure loans for the SMEs sector will expedite the rebound of the nation’s economy, affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Ogubunka, who is a former Executive Secretary of the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria, made the call in an interview with the […]](https://i2.wp.com/nnn.ng/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/expert-400x240.jpg "Restructuring of SMEs loans will rebound economy – Expert")
![A business expert, Dr Uju Ogubunka, says the Federal Government’s (FG) decision to restructure loans for the SMEs sector will expedite the rebound of the nation’s economy, affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Ogubunka, who is a former Executive Secretary of the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria, made the call in an interview with the […]](https://i2.wp.com/nnn.ng/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/expert-80x80.jpg "Restructuring of SMEs loans will rebound economy – Expert")
Economy1 month agoRestructuring of SMEs loans will rebound economy – Expert
A business expert, Dr Uju Ogubunka, says the Federal Government’s (FG) decision to restructure loans for the SMEs sector will expedite the rebound of the nation’s...
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![The UK government says it has partnered with the Nigerian government to advance policy and regulatory reforms on right of way in the country. The UK government made this known during the first Nigeria Technical Conference on Right of Way (RoW) organised by its Prosperity Fund Digital Access Programme. The webinar was organised in collaboration […]](https://i2.wp.com/nnn.ng/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/nigeria-uk-to-double-bilat.jpg "UK, Nigeria partner on regulatory reforms on right of way")
Science & Technology1 month agoUK, Nigeria partner on regulatory reforms on right of way
The UK government says it has partnered with the Nigerian government to advance policy and regulatory reforms on right of way in the country. The UK...
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![Mr. Manfred Nzekwe, the Enugu State Commissioner for Youths and Sports has called on the youths to stay away from activities that will ruin their future. Nzekwe made this known in Enugu on Wednesday in a day summit in commemoration of the 2020 International Youth Day, themed; Youth Engagement for Global Action. The summit was organised […]](https://i2.wp.com/nnn.ng/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Enugu.Gov_.jpg "Int’l Youth Day: Enugu Commissioner cautions youth against involvement in social vices")
General news1 month agoInt’l Youth Day: Enugu Commissioner cautions youth against involvement in social vices
Mr. Manfred Nzekwe, the Enugu State Commissioner for Youths and Sports has called on the youths to stay away from activities that will ruin their future....
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![Two traditional rulers in Lagos State have urged the state government to improve on infrastructure like roads, waste management and waterways, to ease hardship being experienced by residents. They made the appeal at the closing ceremony of the Lagos Y2021 Annual Budget Consultative Forum on Tuesday in Lagos. Speaking, Oba Kamorudeen Aminashaun, the Oloja of […]](https://i0.wp.com/media.premiumtimesng.com/wp-content/files/2020/05/Babajide-Sanwo-Olu-4.jpg?fitu003d860%2C592u0026sslu003d1 "Monarchs task Lagos State Govt on provision of infrastructure")
Economy1 month agoMonarchs task Lagos State Govt on provision of infrastructure
Two traditional rulers in Lagos State have urged the state government to improve on infrastructure like roads, waste management and waterways, to ease hardship being experienced...
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![The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) has urged the Federal Government to make efforts at revamping the nation’s ailing refineries and regulate the fluctuating pump price of petrol. Mr Ambrose Oruche, the Acting Director-General of MAN, also called for quick passage of the Petroleum Industry Bill (PIB) when he spoke with newsmen on Thursday in […]](https://i2.wp.com/nnn.ng/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/CEOs-1280x720.jpg "Revamp refineries, pass PIB bill to regulate petrol pump price, MAN demands")
Economy2 months agoRevamp refineries, pass PIB bill to regulate petrol pump price, MAN demands
The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) has urged the Federal Government to make efforts at revamping the nation’s ailing refineries and regulate the fluctuating pump price...
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![The Lagos State Government says it is engaging a holistic approach to restarting the state’s economy and re-imagining its operations toward surviving the COVID-19 pandemic in its year 2021 budget. Mr Samuel Egube, the State Commissioner for Economic Planning and Budget, made this known at the 2021 Budget Consultative Forum on Tuesday in Lagos. Egube […]](https://i2.wp.com/nnn.ng/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Mr.-Sam-Egube.jpg "LASG holds consultative forum for Y2021 Budget, adopts holistic approach to COVID-19")
COVID-192 months agoLASG holds consultative forum for Y2021 Budget, adopts holistic approach to COVID-19
The Lagos State Government says it is engaging a holistic approach to restarting the state’s economy and re-imagining its operations toward surviving the COVID-19 pandemic in...
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![The Management of the Benin Electricity Distribution Company (BEDC), on Tuesday said it had concluded plans to award a contract for the construction of a 33KV line in Edo. The Head of Public Affairs of BEDC, Mr Tayo Adekunle, who made this known in a statement in Benin, said the line would run from Okpella, […]](https://i2.wp.com/4.bp.blogspot.com/-kFtJrTKJ55Y/W6amOPWUExI/AAAAAAAANsg/t4_ndzYB5Cg9LBpdczVIET5E63t_CHaDQCLcBGAs/s1600/Electricity-transformer.jpg "BEDC set to construct 33KV Okpella-Igara power line in Edo")
General news2 months agoBEDC set to construct 33KV Okpella-Igara power line in Edo
The Management of the Benin Electricity Distribution Company (BEDC), on Tuesday said it had concluded plans to award a contract for the construction of a 33KV...
- COVID-192 months ago
10,000 professionals to participate in 2020 ICPSP COVID-19 virtual conference – Registrar
Acting Registrar, Institute of Corporate and Public Sector Professionals (ICPSP) Mrs Omolara Adelakun says 10,000 participants are expected to feature at the institute’s 2020 COVID-19 virtual conference. In...
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![With the start of the new vocational training year in Germany, the government would launch on Aug. 1 parts of a program to support the educational and vocational training system, the Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs (BMAS) announced on Friday. “Good vocational training is the foundation for the professional future of young people and […]](https://i2.wp.com/nnn.ng/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/Governor-Ben-Ayade-The-Trent.jpg?resizeu003d700%2C490u0026sslu003d1 "German gov’t launches program to support vocational training system")
Foreign2 months agoGerman gov’t launches program to support vocational training system
With the start of the new vocational training year in Germany, the government would launch on Aug. 1 parts of a program to support the educational...
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![German multinational conglomerate company, Siemens, has concluded plans to train electricity Distribution Companies and other electricity stakeholders in the country. Siemens in a statement on Thursday stated that 11 DISCOs, Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN), and regulators would be trained on all the equipment and software being provided in the phase 1. According to the […]](https://i2.wp.com/live.mrf.io/statics/i/ps/storage.googleapis.com/thisday-846548948316-wp-data/wp-media/2020/02/a2bbd783-saleh-mamman.jpg?widthu003d1200u0026enableu003dupscale "25,000 MW electricity contract: Siemens to train DISCOs, stakeholders")
General news2 months ago25,000 MW electricity contract: Siemens to train DISCOs, stakeholders
German multinational conglomerate company, Siemens, has concluded plans to train electricity Distribution Companies and other electricity stakeholders in the country. Siemens in a statement on Thursday...
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![Delta Government on Wednesday said Small and Medium Scale Enterprises (SMEs) in the state would benefit from the tax waivers as measures to cushion the impact of Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic on their businesses. The State Commissioner for Information, Mr Charles Aniagwu, who disclosed this to newsmen at a news conference in Asaba, said the state […]](https://i2.wp.com/nnn.ng/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/website_image_template-6.jpg "COVID-19: Delta Govt. gives tax waivers to SMEs, private schools")
COVID-192 months agoCOVID-19: Delta Govt. gives tax waivers to SMEs, private schools
Delta Government on Wednesday said Small and Medium Scale Enterprises (SMEs) in the state would benefit from the tax waivers as measures to cushion the impact...
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![Some negative effects of COVID-19 on world population , News Agency of Nigeria There are clear evidences to prove that the global health emergency otherwise called COVID-19 has impacted negatively on world population. Typical of a pandemic, it has affected the population in all ramifications, especially with the increase in maternal mortality. Dr Eyitayo Oyetunji, […]](https://i2.wp.com/www.banwo-ighodalo.com/assets/grey-matter/c1f0015a87a6ce98e07190c1711433d7.jpg "Some negative effects of COVID-19 on world population")
COVID-192 months agoSome negative effects of COVID-19 on world population
Some negative effects of COVID-19 on world population , News Agency of Nigeria There are clear evidences to prove that the global health emergency otherwise called...
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![First Bank of Nigeria Ltd. has offered to give financial support to Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in the education sector to cushion the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. Mr Bankole Adediran, Head, Transaction Banking Products, FirstBank, made this known at the bank’s SMEConnect webinar with theme: “Managing Your School through the Pandemic: Engagement and […]](https://i2.wp.com/nnn.ng/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Katsina-Records-First-Suspected-Case-Of-Coronavirus.jpg "Coronavirus: FirstBank offers suppport to SMEs in education sector")
Economy2 months agoCoronavirus: FirstBank offers suppport to SMEs in education sector
First Bank of Nigeria Ltd. has offered to give financial support to Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in the education sector to cushion the effects of...
- Economy2 months ago
NANFeature — Non-interest finanancing, impetus to revitalisation of Nigerian economy
The COVID-19 pandemic has had far-reaching consequences beyond the health challenge posed worldwide. It is having significant adverse effects on global social and economic activities. Countries...
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![The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has expressed commitment to the growth of local entrepreneurs as well as small and medium scale businesses in the territory. The FCT Minister, Malam Muhammad Bello made the pledge when he received a group of award- winning entrepreneurs from the FCT in his office on Tuesday, in Abuja. Bello […]](https://i2.wp.com/nnn.ng/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/FCT-Minister-Mohammed-Musa-Bello-640x430.jpg "FCTA to support entrepreneurs to grow economy, says Minister")
Metro2 months agoFCTA to support entrepreneurs to grow economy, says Minister
The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has expressed commitment to the growth of local entrepreneurs as well as small and medium scale businesses in the territory....
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![Prof. Uche Uwaleke, an economist on Tuesday commended the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) for its plan to scale up the N50 billion credit to accommodate more households and Small and Medium Enterprises ( SMEs). Uwaleke, an expert on Finance and Capital Markets at the Nasarawa State University Keffi, made the commendation in an interview […]](https://i2.wp.com/nnn.ng/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/Uwaleke.jpg "intervention to households, SMEs")
CBN2 months agointervention to households, SMEs
Prof. Uche Uwaleke, an economist on Tuesday commended the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) for its plan to scale up the N50 billion credit to accommodate...
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![The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), has retained Monetary Policy Rate (MPR) at 12.5 per cent and held all other policy parameters constant. The CBN Governor, Mr Godwin Emefiele disclosed this while reading the communique after the MPC meeting in Abuja on Monday. Emefiele explained that the committee retained […]](https://i2.wp.com/www.proshareng.com/admin/upload/news/39954-proshare.jpg "MPC retains MPR at 12.5%, holds other policy parameters constant")
Economy2 months agoMPC retains MPR at 12.5%, holds other policy parameters constant
The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), has retained Monetary Policy Rate (MPR) at 12.5 per cent and held all other...
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![Mr Segun Agbaje, Chief Executive Officer, Guarantee Trust Bank (GTB) has expressed the bank’s commitment in helping businesses and authorities in the fight against Covid-19 pandemic. Agbaje said in a statement on Thursday in Lagos that the bank would continue to give back to society and add value to lives. “ As we continue to navigate […]](https://i2.wp.com/nnn.ng/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/segun-agbaje-1.jpg?resizeu003d548%2C400u0026sslu003d1 "Coronavirus: GTB reiterates commitment to safeguarding lives, livelihoods")
Economy2 months agoCoronavirus: GTB reiterates commitment to safeguarding lives, livelihoods
Mr Segun Agbaje, Chief Executive Officer, Guarantee Trust Bank (GTB) has expressed the bank’s commitment in helping businesses and authorities in the fight against Covid-19 pandemic....
- Health2 months ago
Tallen assures FG’s commitment to end violence against women, children
President Muhammadu Buhari has directed the Attorney General and Minister of Justice to inaugurate an Inter-Ministerial Gender-Based Violence Management Committee to address all forms of violence...
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![President Muhammadu Buhari says improved gold mining operations in the country will generate no fewer than 250,000 jobs and over 500million dollars annually in royalties and taxes to the Federal Government. The president disclosed this at the official presentation of locally mined gold bars by the Presidential Artisanal Gold Mining Development Initiative (PAGMDI), at […]](https://i2.wp.com/nnn.ng/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/President-Muhammadu-Buhari.jpg "Gold Refineries: Nigeria to generate additional 250,000 jobs, $500M annually")
Economy2 months agoGold Refineries: Nigeria to generate additional 250,000 jobs, $500M annually
President Muhammadu Buhari says improved gold mining operations in the country will generate no fewer than 250,000 jobs and over 500million dollars annually in royalties and...
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![Mr Sunday Dare, Minister of Youths and Sports Development, has urged Nigerian youths to seek knowledge and skills to help Nigeria get out of the current economic challenges posed by COVID-19 pandemic. Dare said in a statement in Lagos on Wednesday to mark the 2020 World Youths Skill Day, that there was no better time […]](https://i2.wp.com/nnn.ng/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/images-3-196x240.jpeg "Seek knowledge, skills for Nigeria to get out of current economic challenges- Minister")
![Mr Sunday Dare, Minister of Youths and Sports Development, has urged Nigerian youths to seek knowledge and skills to help Nigeria get out of the current economic challenges posed by COVID-19 pandemic. Dare said in a statement in Lagos on Wednesday to mark the 2020 World Youths Skill Day, that there was no better time […]](https://i2.wp.com/nnn.ng/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/images-3-80x80.jpeg "Seek knowledge, skills for Nigeria to get out of current economic challenges- Minister")
Sport2 months agoSeek knowledge, skills for Nigeria to get out of current economic challenges- Minister
Mr Sunday Dare, Minister of Youths and Sports Development, has urged Nigerian youths to seek knowledge and skills to help Nigeria get out of the current...
