The Imo State Government has banned the collection of all manner of levies in the primary and secondary schools in the state.
This decision was taken during the weekly Executive Council (EXCO) meeting presided over by the Governor, Senator Hope Uzodimma, the Government warned that any school head (Principal or Head Master) discovered to indulge in such activities will be summarily dealt with.
ROXETTES MOTORS, a leading innovator in Africa’s automotive sector, has gained further recognition following a visit by Dr. Uche Sampson Ogah, the former Minister for Mines and Steel Development, at his country home in Uturu, Abia State. During this exclusive meeting, Dr. Ogah took the opportunity to test drive the company’s flagship vehicle, the BLAZE-X Pick-up, and was so impressed with its performance and build quality that he immediately placed an order for multiple units.
Dr. Ogah’s decision to order the BLAZE-X on the spot highlights the vehicle’s exceptional design and engineering, reinforcing ROXETTES MOTORS’ commitment to providing high-quality vehicles that not only meet but exceed the expectations of their customers.
“We are deeply honored by Dr. Ogah’s trust in our product and craftsmanship,” said a spokesperson from ROXETTES MOTORS. “His endorsement strengthens our resolve to continue pushing the boundaries of what’s possible…
Chidinma Vanessa Adetshina has shown the world what it means to rise above the odds. From her humble beginnings in South Africa’s Miss Universe competition to becoming the first runner-up at the prestigious global event in Mexico, her story is one of resilience, courage, and faith.
When Chidinma first stepped into the spotlight, she faced unexpected criticism. A video meant to showcase her talent instead drew harsh judgment, sparking debates and backlash. Yet, even as voices grew louder against her, she quietly pushed forward, earning a spot in the Top 16. When the pressure became unbearable, she made the brave decision to step away—not out of defeat, but to protect her peace.
Then, fate took an extraordinary turn. Given the chance to represent Nigeria, Chidinma embraced the opportunity despite the storm of petitions and opposition that followed her inclusion. Through it all, she…
By Dr. Joseph Ogundu
Rwanda’s journey from the ashes of civil war to a thriving, unified nation is nothing short of remarkable. When the brutal conflict ended, the country’s leaders made a conscious decision to abandon ethnic identities and embrace national consciousness. They prioritized unity and cohesion, ensuring that ethnic differences took a back seat to the greater goal of building a progressive, harmonious nation.
The United States offers a similar lesson in the aftermath of its civil war. American leaders worked tirelessly to reconcile their divisions, fostering a collective national identity. Over time, this effort helped to create one of the most dynamic and tolerant societies in the world, where diversity is celebrated as a strength.
In stark contrast, Nigeria stands as an unfortunate example of what happens when national unity is neglected. After the civil war, instead of fostering reconciliation and unity, Nigerian leaders opted for sloganism over genuine nation-building….
During the recently held African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) (www.Afreximbank.com) Intra-African Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) workshop in Lagos participants formalised business deals totalling over US$370 million, a significant step towards empowering African contractors.
The deals, signed during the workshop held in Lagos on 28 October, included a US$300-million Global facility agreement to Hassan Allam of Egypt, a US$45-million term sheet to Pavifort Construction of Sierra Leone and a US$25-million term sheet to Afric Cement of Burkina Faso.
Organised to help address the significant gap in Africa’s infrastructure spending, currently standing at over $100 billion annually, which is traditionally awarded to non-African contractors, the workshop brought together key stakeholders to explore transformative solutions to empower African contractors to compete for and secure large-scale projects within the continent.
Addressing the participants, Ayman El-Zoghby, Director, Trade and Corporate Finance Unit in Afreximbank’s Intra-African Trade Bank, said that the Bank was actively…
Liquid C2, a business unit of Cassava Technologies has further solidified its strategic partnership with Cloudflare. The latter has appointed Liquid C2 as the first distributor of their new range of cyber security products in South Africa, a testament to Liquid C2 expertise and trustworthiness in the industry. In addition to South Africa, the company will make the solutions available to its partners in Namibia, Zimbabwe and Zambia.
Through this partnership, we will enable our channel partner ecosystem through Cloudmania to expand their cyber security solution offering to their customers
With the new offering, Liquid C2 is set to deliver application services that provide security and performance solutions for web applications, network services that secure enterprise networking and zero trust services. The 2023 Cyber Security report from Interpol revealed a 23% year-on-year increase in the average number of weekly cyberattacks per organisation in Africa, underscoring the pressing need for…
In a groundbreaking step towards fostering collaboration and advancing the cause of data protection, the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) welcomed a delegation from Women in Cybersecurity (WiCyS). The delegation, led by WiCyS President Patricia Eromosele, was received by Dr. Tolulope Pius-Fadipe, the Head of Research and Development at NDPC, who represented the National Commissioner/CEO, Dr. Vincent Olatunji, at the event.
The meeting, which took place at the NDPC’s headquarters, marked a momentous occasion in the growing synergy between data protection and women’s empowerment in the tech industry. Patricia Eromosele, speaking with passion and determination, shared an inspiring overview of WiCyS, a global non-governmental organization that has steadily grown to encompass over 10,000 members worldwide. The organization’s primary mission is to address the gender imbalance in cybersecurity and to create more opportunities for women to thrive in this critical field.
Patricia eloquently conveyed WiCyS’s vision of a more inclusive cybersecurity industry,…
Nigeria’s telecommunications industry is undergoing a significant transformation as the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) licenses 43 Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs). These operators, unlike Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) such as MTN or Glo, utilize existing infrastructure to provide specialized and often more affordable services tailored to consumer needs.
MVNOs bring much-needed competition to the telecom market, driving innovation and creating options for personalized service packages. They promote digital inclusion by providing low-cost data plans and targeting underserved communities. By optimizing unused bandwidth from MNOs, they reduce waste and maximize network efficiency.
In a significant development for Nigeria’s industrial sector, the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited, through its subsidiary, NNPC Gas Marketing Limited (NGML), has successfully executed a Gas Sale and Purchase Agreement (GSPA) with Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals FZE. The agreement, signed by Barr. Justin Ezeala, Managing Director of NGML, and Aliko Dangote, President/CEO of the Dangote Group, took place at Dangote’s Corporate Head Office in Falomo, Lagos State.
The 10-year deal will see NGML supply Dangote Refinery with 100 million standard cubic feet per day (MMSCF/D) of natural gas, which will serve both as power generation fuel and as feedstock for the refinery’s operations in Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos State. The agreement outlines that 50 MMSCF/D will be a firm supply, with the remaining 50 MMSCF/D allocated as interruptible natural gas supply.
This strategic partnership aligns with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s policy to harness Nigeria’s vast gas resources to boost industrial…
