Education Nigeria

Non-Academic Staff Strike: UNILAG postpones 2017/2018 Merit registration exercise

Ihesiulo Grace 12 December 2017 0

The Management of the University of Lagos wishes has postponed t the screening exercise of UTME candidates admitted on merit which commenced on Monday, 4th December, 2017 following the disruption of normal academic and administrative activities by the on-going industrial action. The screening

Business

577 Firms bid for NNPC’s Insurance renewal programme

Ihesiulo Grace 11 December 2017 0

The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) said that 577 firms have indicated interest to secure the insurance renewal contract for its oil and non-oil assets. In a statement signed by Mr. Ndu Ughamadu, Group General Manager, Group Public Affairs Division, on Sunday on Abuja, it said the bidding was part of corporation’s effort to ensure […]

Brands and Marketing

LBS kicks-off construction of Onosode’s management centre

Ihesiulo Grace 11 December 2017 0

The Lagos Business School has commenced the process of building an International Management Research Centre to be named after the late Nigerian technocrat and administrator, Mr. Gamaliel Onosode. To mark the occasion, a sod-turning ceremony was held at the centre’s construction premises at the Lagos Business School recently in Lagos. LBS received a generous donation […]

Brands and Marketing

CSR: The life-changing role of Airtel

Ihesiulo Grace 11 December 2017 0

The rising demand for Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) leads to the application of tools of brand management resources. Most organizations have adapted brand management practices that encourage a consideration for positive impact on the bottom line of their business; and also affect the equity of their brand in the right direction. Though this understanding of […]

Education

Don calls for curricula restructuring

Ihesiulo Grace 6 December 2017 0

A Professor of Business Administration and Management, Crawford University, a private university owned by The Apostolic Faith in Igbesa, Ogun State, Prof Patrick Yalokwu, has called for the restructuring of curricula of various institutions from primary education stage through secondary education to tertiary. According to him, the present curricula do not give Nigerians

Business Metro

Fire destroys 50 shops in Calabar market

Ihesiulo Grace 28 November 2017 0

Cross River State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) has confirmed the destruction of over 50 shops after Monday’s fire incident at the Yoruba section of Watt market in Calabar. Mr. John Inaku, SEMA Director General, who disclosed this after an assessment visit to the area on Tuesday, said the cause of the fire was still unknown. […]

Brands and Marketing

Group set to reward business excellence, deepen ethics

Ihesiulo Grace 27 November 2017 0

The Governing Board, Responsible Business Award Nigeria in conjunction with the management team of info- consumer service will be celebrating and rewarding Leading Sustainable and Responsible business and individuals in Nigeria, who have shown strong commitments, disclosure, and implementation of environment, social and governance (ESG) framework. Also, to be honoured,

Brands and Marketing

Autotechnicians seek Ambode’s assistance over demolition of mechanic villages

Ihesiulo Grace 23 November 2017 0

Members of the Nigeria Automobile Technicians Association (NATA), Lagos State Chapter, have appealed to the o the Lagos State Governor, His Excellency, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode to assist the body to get a befitting village for its members. Chairman of NATA, Lagos State Chapter, Comrade Asiwaju Jacob Omonide-Fayeun made the appeal while giving his welcome address […]

Business

Afrinvest inaugurates money market fund

Ihesiulo Grace 20 November 2017 0

Afrinvest Asset Management Ltd, a subsidiary of Afrinvest (West Africa) Ltd, has launched the Afrinvest Plutus Fund, a simple and affordable saving solution designed for all classes of income earners with a minimum subscription of N5,000. The Afrinvest Plutus Fund is an open-ended money market unit trust scheme approved by the Securities & Exchange Commission […]

News

Photos: Three dead, many injured in Multiple Accident on Kara bridge

Ihesiulo Grace 16 November 2017 0

At least three persons lost their lives on Thursday in a fatal accident which happened at the popular along Lagos-Ibadan Expressway. The accident, which happened in the early hours of the day, also left a number of people injured. According to the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA), the accident occurred after a diesel tanker […]

Edo Times

Obaseki shops for new investor for Ava cement factory

Ihesiulo Grace 9 November 2017 0

The Governor of Edo State, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has said the state is negotiating with the Assets Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON) to get a new investor for Ava Cement Factory located in the state. Obaseki announced this at Igarra, headquarters of Akoko Edo Local Government Area, during his Thank- You-Tour across the state. The […]

Abuja Times

AEA empowers staff on ICT management

Ihesiulo Grace 8 November 2017 0

As part of Abuja Enterprise Agency’s (AEA’s) resolve to develop and equip its manpower on business development and management skills, the company has given staff members training on HP life online to enable them overcome challenges encountered in discharge of their duties. The agency is saddled with the responsibility of galvanising and business

Analysis

FG’s oil, gas reforms fast-tracking private sector-led investments – Osinbajo

Ihesiulo Grace 7 November 2017 0

The Vice President Professor Yemi Osinbajo Solicits private sector cooperation in the realization of FG’s clean energy economy initiative. He also solicits the cooperation and support for the clean energy economy efforts as well. He made this request at the 55th anniversary celebration of oil producers’ trade section (opts) of the Lagos Chambers of Commerce […]

News

Adamawa Governor commends AMCON’s donation to IDPs

Ihesiulo Grace 4 November 2017 0

The governor of Adamawa State, Senator Mohammed Umar Jibrilla Bindo has commended the management of Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON) for partnering with the government and people of Adamawa State towards the provision of educational materials and other support items especially for the Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in the state. The items AMCON donated

Aviation

NAMA boosts critical manpower with 40 controllers

Ihesiulo Grace 1 November 2017 0

Worried by the depleting number of Air Traffic Control Officers in its employ as a result of ageing workforce, the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) has recently engaged the services of over 40 Air Traffic Control cadets to undergo various levels of training as recommended by the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA). Making this revelation […]

Business News

Sterling Bank donates customised uniforms to Ondo waste management workers

Ihesiulo Grace 30 October 2017 0

Sterling Bank Plc has donated 600 customized reflective uniforms to the Ondo State Waste Management Authority (OSWMA) for distribution among highway sweepers and workers working with the agency. The bank also donated kits, brooms, spades, boots and rakes to the waste management authority in fulfillment of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) to the society. Speaking

Abuja Times

Demolition imminent as FCT minister orders return of Nyanya market

Ihesiulo Grace 25 October 2017 0

Occupants of the designated lands for Nyanya market at the suburb of FCT may soon face evacuation owing to a fresh order issued by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Mallam Muhammad Musa Bello. This however came as a result of the determination to restore sanity on the Nyanya – Karshi Road by the […]

Politics

NASS to hold session with media on Assembly management — Clerk

Ihesiulo Grace 24 October 2017 0

The Clerk of the National Assembly, Mohammed Omolori, said plans were underway to hold session with media to engage them on the way forward in terms of getting the public to know more about the workings of Assembly management. Omolori made this known in an interview with newsmen at St. Petersburg, Russia. The clerk was […]

Anambra Times

Anambra Red Cross chief asks Govts to protect citizens from risks, disaster

Ihesiulo Grace 23 October 2017 0

Governments at all levels in the country have been challenged to rise up to their responsibility of protecting their citizens from risks and disasters. The Vice-Chairman of Anambra State chapter of Red Cross Society, Prof. Emeka Katchy, stated this in an address he presented during the International Day for Disaster Reduction. In the address titled […]

Aviation

Virgin Atlantic applauds NAMA on service delivery

Ihesiulo Grace 17 October 2017 0

The Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) has been commended for its excellence in delivering expeditious air navigation services within the nation’s airspace. In a letter of commendation addressed to the Managing Director, Capt. Fola Akinkuotu, the Airport Manager of Virgin Atlantic Airways Ltd, Justin Bell said the airline appreciates NAMA’s efficiency in ensuring