The Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN) has entered into a groundbreaking partnership with Sterling Bank to provide a substantial ₦5 billion in single-digit interest loans to small businesses throughout Nigeria. This initiative aims to bolster the growth of Nigeria’s NSMEs by offering an attractive interest rate of 9%, addressing a critical…
The US-Canada Rainbow Bridge border crossing was rocked by a mysterious incident on Wednesday, where a car crash led to a fatal explosion, claiming the lives of two individuals. Initial reports circulating on social media immediately labeled it as a potential terrorist attack, causing widespread concern. However, both US and Canadian government officials were quick…
In a historic move, Binance Holdings Limited, the operator of the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, Binance.com, has admitted guilt in a plea deal with the U.S. Department of Justice. The guilty plea encompasses a range of serious charges, including Anti-Money Laundering (AML) violations, failure to register as a money transmitting business, and breaches of the…
The Minister of Works, David Umahi, has unveiled a comprehensive plan that underscores the Federal Government’s commitment to revolutionizing Nigeria’s road infrastructure. Umahi revealed that a staggering $35 billion is required to initiate the construction of concrete roads across the nation. This ambitious initiative aims to address the long-standing challenges of road quality and durability,…
Former President Buhari In a recent exclusive interview, opened up about his experiences and sentiments since stepping down from Nigeria’s leadership six months ago. The veteran politician conveyed a nuanced mix of confidence and uncertainty about his governance during the eight-year tenure. Despite maintaining that he exerted his best efforts, Buhari humbly admitted uncertainty regarding…
The Presidency, in a recent interview, placed the responsibility for the current state of Nigeria’s Democracy squarely on former President Olusegun . According to Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Obasanjo played a pivotal role in introducing the current democratic model during his leadership as both military Head of…
Labor Party (LP) candidate Mr. Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour made bold False Allegations on November 19, 2023, alleging that the Lagos State Government funded Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s legal dispute post the March 18, 2023, election. However, these False Allegations lack any substantiated proof and have raised concerns about the credibility of the claims. In the absence of…
In separate statements, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the spokesperson of Atiku Abubakar, its defeated Presidential candidate, have launched scathing attacks on the judiciary and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The PDP, reeling from recent setbacks at the appeal court, has resorted to desperate measures by blaming President Tinubu for their electoral misfortunes. These accusations…
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo‘s recent statement questioning the effectiveness of Western democracy in Africa has sparked widespread debate. In his assertion, he suggests the need for African intellectuals to collaboratively design an ‘African democracy.’ This prompts a critical examination of whether the issues lie within the framework of Western democracy or if the challenges are…
Today marked a significant event at the Lagos House in Ikeja as His Excellency Babajide Sanwo- Olu, the Governor of Lagos State welcomed the management of Daewoo Engineering and Construction Nigeria Limited, headed by Group Chairman Mr. Jung Won Ju. The meeting provided a platform to reaffirm our commitment to fostering a positive business environment…
