Corporate Governance
15 Sep
Senator Ede Dafinone, representing Delta Central Senatorial District, has extended his congratulations to his sister, Dr. Daphne Dafinone, on her recent appointment as a board member of the Nigerian Incentive-Based Risk Sharing System for Agricultural Lending (NIRSAL) PLC. This follows the recent Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) restructuring, which saw the dissolution of the former…
2 Sep
Following the highly anticipated launch of its virtual internship programme earlier in July, Iris Attorneys LP has released the list of successful candidates who have been selected to participate in the four-week programme. The internship, designed to provide law students with industry exposure and skill development across various legal fields, attracted applicants from universities across…
21 Apr 2024
Nigerian entrepreneur and jeweller, Aisha Ochuwa-Tella, has been awarded an honorary doctorate degree in business management and corporate governance by the European American University. The honour, bestowed at the university's Africa Regional Operation in Accra, Ghana, on April 13th, 2024, recognizes her significant contributions to the African business climate and her role in promoting trade.…
7 Mar 2024
Thirty-seven years after its establishment, Alsec Nominees Limited has stressed the imperative of strong corporate governance in the country.
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The President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has said that the sacrifices of the members of the Armed Forces of Nigeria are the foundation upon which the citizens stand tall. Akpabio said this at the Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day 2025 Lecture and Art Exhibition, organised by the Defence Headquarters on Tuesday in Abuja.…
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The recent breach of the United States Treasury Department systems, allegedly by Chinese state-sponsored hackers, has sent shockwaves through the global cybersecurity community. This incident, exploiting vulnerabilities in a third-party cybersecurity provider, is a sobering reminder of the evolving threat landscape and the importance of proactive and strategic cybersecurity leadership. From a senior CISO’s lens,…
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President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration's commitment to the welfare and advancement of the Nigerian Armed Forces. Speaking at the Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day Dinner and Award Night, held to honor officers and commemorate the sacrifices of fallen heroes, the President praised the military’s pivotal role in safeguarding the nation's security and…
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Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, saluted the courage of its ad hoc committee on mass production uniforms for prudent management and the return of ₦100 million excess funds. The committee, led by the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Tajo Othman, was entrusted with the responsibility of procurement and production of high-quality materials…
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The Federal Government has set an ambitious revenue target of ₦6.58 trillion for the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) in 2025, aimed at driving economic growth and modernisation. The ₦6.58 trillion target reflects growing confidence in the NCS's capabilities and its expanding operational scope. The Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adeniyi, disclosed this during a press briefing…
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The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Gen. Christopher Musa, has hinted that local gun manufacturers will be meaningfully engaged to showcase their skills in the interest of the country. Speaking when he appeared before the House of Representatives Committee on Defence to defend the 2025 budget, he assured that once the Defence Industry Corporation of…
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The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) and the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that will enhance consumer protection, promote fair competition, and eliminate exploitative practices in Nigeria’s telecommunications sector. The agreement, signed on Tuesday, introduces a one-stop-shop approach for telecom operators, streamlining operations and fostering a more…
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The Kwara Commissioner for Health, Dr. Amina El-Imam, says no new case of Lymphatic Filariasis (LF) has been recorded in the state. El-Imam stated this on Tuesday in Ilorin during her presentation at the 4th Quarterly Ministerial press briefing organised by the Kwara Government. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Lymphatic Filariasis (LF),…
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The Kebbi State Police Command officers have rejected a N1 million bribe offered to them by some suspected members of the Lakurawa terrorist group. The state’s police spokesperson, CSP Nafiu Abubakar, made this known in a statement on Tuesday. Abubakar identified the three suspects as Umaru Garba, 53, from Dangandu village; Alhaji Abubakar and Alhaji…
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The Katsina State Government says it has earmarked about N50b to execute various water-related projects across the state in the year 2025. The Managing Director of the State Water Board, Mr Tukur Tingilin, disclosed this in Katsina on Tuesday while inaugurating grievance redress committees. He also said that in 2025, the government would initiate various…