Yarub Al-Bahrani
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As the world marks International Women’s Day 2025 under the theme "Accelerate Action," BAT Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to breaking barriers, amplifying women's leadership, and fostering gender equity. The company continues to promote an environment where the most capable talent, regardless of gender, can rise to the top. The Managing Director of BAT West…
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BAT Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to sustainable practices by partnering with the 2024 Pan Africa Private Sector ESG Forum, a major platform aimed at advancing Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles across the continent. The partnership highlights BAT Nigeria’s dedication to addressing climate change and promoting responsible business practices, a critical focus as Africa…
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Justice James Omotosho of a Federal High Court (FHC) in Abuja has fixed March 21 for the trial of Mr Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) to begin. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reliably gathered on Wednesday, that Justice Omotosho fixed the date after the case file…
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Stakeholders have called for sustainable healthcare solutions as Nigeria launches the Maternal and Neonatal Mortality Reduction Innovation Initiative (MAMII) Implementation Design in Ogun and Bauchi states to combat maternal and neonatal mortality. The stakeholders made the call in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN). on Wednesday in Abuja. NAN reports that the…
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In spite of what played out at the Rivers State House of Assembly quarters on Wednesday, where State Governor Siminalayi Fubara was not allowed entry into the complex to present the 2025 budget in compliance with the Supreme Court judgment, the Tony Okocha-led All Progressives Congress (APC) has maintained that the governor will still be…
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Nigerian singer Burna Boy has earned the prestigious Platinum SNEP Certification in France for his featured vocals on French-Congolese singer Dadju Nsungula’s hit single “Donne-moi l’accord.” Although the collaboration was released in 2019, it has continued to resonate strongly with listeners. This achievement marks yet another major milestone for Burna Boy, who has been steadily…
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The Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN) has inaugurated the State Technical Committee (STC) and the State Expatriate Monitoring Committee (SEMC) in Akwa-Ibom to tackle infrastructure failure. The President of COREN, Prof. Sadiq Abubakar, said this in a statement on Wednesday in Abuja. Abubakar said the move was part of COREN’s commitment…
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The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has arraigned Mr. Abubakar Mohammed Aseku, an Assistant Superintendent of Immigration with the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS), for allegedly drawing salaries from two additional government agencies while still employed by the NIS. Mr. Aseku appeared on Tuesday before Justice Binta Dogonyaro of the Federal Capital…
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Nollywood epic film “Labake Olododo: The Warrior Lord” ,is set to hit cinemas nationwide on March 28, its producers have said. Ace Nollywood actress and Chief Executive Officer of Fespris Production, announced the release date of the highly anticipated film on her Instagram page, alongside its official trailer. She wrote, “Excited to finally share this…
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IHS Nigeria Limited, a telecom infrastructural service provider company in Nigeria, has urged the National Oil Spill Detection and Response Agency (NOSDRA) to address environmental pollution in Abuja. Mr Gimba Mohammad, the Director of Government Relations and External Affairs at IHS Nigeria made the appeal on Wednesday in Abuja when he paid a courtesy visit…
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The Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators of Nigeria (ICSAN) has unveiled plans for governance professionals to explore Artificial Intelligence (AI) integration to deliver effectively in governance and data management. Mrs Abiola Laseinde, the Chairperson, ICSAN Corporate Members and Training Committee, said this during a news briefing on Wednesday in Lagos. The News Agency of…
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The Managing Director of the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC), Dr. Kayode Opeifa, has said the huge investments of the Nigerian government in rail development have led to improved service delivery and greater operational efficiency of the rail sector. He stated this even as he disclosed that Nigerians should wait for more rail developments that would…