The European Commission on Wednesday presented a set of measures to help energy-intensive industries cut emissions and to boost production of clean tech aimed at bolstering the EU’s flagging economy. “Today, Europe is making a bold business case for decarbonisation as a driver of prosperity, growth, and resilience,” said European Commission Vice President Teresa Ribera….
An Iyaganku Magistrates’ Court, Ibadan, on Wednesday ordered the remand of a 55-year-old fake doctor, Moyosore Johnson, in a correctional centre for allegedly causing the death of a woman. Johnson, whose address was not provided, was arraigned on a four-count charge bothering on conspiracy and accelerating cause of death. Magistrate Kausarat Ayofe did not take…
The Powerlifting Federation of Nigeria (PFN), said it would focus on increasing participation and talent identification through nationwide trials, scheduled to take place soon. Charles Ezenwanne, National President of PFN, stated this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Wednesday in Lagos. He said that the initiative is aimed at elevating…
A Federal High Court in Abuja has permitted Mr Lucky Okodeh, a former Caretaker Chairman, Southern Ijaw Local Government Area of Bayelsa, to give oral evidence in his N2 billion suit against the Nigerian Army. Justice Binta Nyako gave the order on Wednesday after the applicant’s lawyer, Mr Femi Falana, SAN, disagreed with the argument…
Bayelsa Government has commended the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC) in the state for their collaboration in pursuing the welfare of workers. Bayelsa Deputy Governor, Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo made the commendation during a meeting with the state’s National Minimum Wage Committee, representatives of NLC, TUC and the Joint Negotiating Council (JNC) on…
Kunle Soname, the Founder of Remo Stars Football Club of Ikenne, Ogun, has pledged N2.5 million to the Nigeria U17 female football team, Flamingoes. The Flamingos will take on their South African counterparts in the first leg of a second-round qualification fixture for this year’s FIFA U-17 women’s World Cup. The team is currently camped…
The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has concluded plans to establish a Central Command and Control Centre for the deployment of technology to improve security in the territory. Mr Adamu Gwary, Director, Security Services Department, FCTA, disclosed this in Abuja on Wednesday, while interacting with journalists of efforts to improve security in the territory. Gwary…
The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) has pledged its unwavering support for the activities of the Unified Super Eagles Supporters Club, led by Prince Vincent Okumagba. The Vice President (North Central) of SWAN, Malam Olayinka Owolewa, made this declaration on Wednesday in Ilorin, during a reception organised by the Kwara Chapter, Unified Super Eagles…
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has filed a lawsuit against Senate President Godswill Akpabio for allegedly defaming her. The suit was filed before the Federal Capital Territory High Court, and Akpabio and his senior legislative aide, Mfon Patrick, were listed as second and third defendants. In the suit, Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan, through her lawyer, Victor Giwa, referred to…
The Group Chief Executive Officer of NNPC Ltd, Mele Kyari says President Bola Tinubu’s reforms in the oil and gas sector have created a stable fiscal environment with long-term profitability. He stated this at the 2025 Nigeria International Energy Summit (NIES), on Tuesday in Abuja. Kyari said that many Final Investment Decisions (FIDs) announced in…
