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July 1, 2023
Exporters must adapt to changing dynamics of International trade – GSA
Mr Fred Asiedu, Head of Logistics, Ghana Shippers Authority (GSA), said exporters must adapt to the changing dynamics of international trade by focusing on policy responses, improved production and shipping practices.He said exports sped up national d…
Saudi authority unveils roadmap for 2024 Hajj
The Saudi Arabian Ministry for Hajj and Umrah, on Friday in Makkah unveiled a roadmap for the 2024 Hajj.The Saudi Minister of Hajj and Umrah, Dr Tawfiq Al Rabiah, unveils the roadmap at a ceremony attended by the Heads and Representatives of Hajj Missi…
Bauchi gov advocates peer review mechanism on Hajj
Gov. Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State has emphasised the need for governors to have a peer review mechanism on Hajj management with a view to promoting good governance.Mohammed, who is currently performing Hajj in Makkah, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, made…
Fund existing universities to address sustainability problems – Don
Siyan Oyeweso, a professor of History and International Studies at Osun State University, says strengthening of existing universities will greatly enhance their sustainability.Oyeweso stated this during the Interdisciplinary Research Discourse organise…
Foundation empowers 800 children through ‘back2school’ project
No fewer than 800 children have been empowered by the Flickers of Hope Foundation (FOH), through its ‘Back2school’ project aimed at taking children off the streets.The Executive Director of the foundation, Mrs Omolara Adedeji, said this at the maiden e…
NERC yet to give directive on electricity tariff hike – IBEDC
Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) has said that Nigerian Electricity Regulation Commission (NERC) has yet to give a directive on the new electricity tariff earlier scheduled to commence on July 1.The Public Relations Officer of IBEDC, Ms …
Family lauds Tinubu, FG for honouring late S.L. Akintola
The family of the late Chief Samuel Ladoke Akintola on Saturday in Ibadan lauded the Federal Government for honouring the late Premier of the Western Region.The family gave the commendation in a statement jointly signed by Mr Lenn Ayoola, Mrs Funmilayo…
IPMAN denies plan to hike petrol price to N700/litre
The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) has denied the alleged plan by the association to increase pump price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) also known as petrol to N700 per litre nationwide.The Chairman of IPMAN Southwest Zon…
AfDB approves $115m loan to Abia for road, erosion projects
The Board of Directors, African Development Bank (AfDB), has approved a loan of 115 million dollars to support a major road rehabilitation project in Abia State, Nigeria.This is contained in a statement issued by the Nigeria Country Department of the b…
ECOWAS in solidarity with Nigeria, says Guinea-Bissau President
The Economic Commission for West African States (ECOWAS) says it is in support of President Bola Tinubu’s efforts aimed at repositioning the giant of Africa.President of Guinea- Buissau and Chairman Authority ECOWAS Head of State and Government, Umaro …