Shareholders commit to future injection of more capital to the Groups’ other subsidiaries First HoldCo Plc (“FirstHoldCo” or “the Group”) has announced that its commercial banking subsidiary, First Bank of Nigeria (FirstBank), has successfully met the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) minimum capital requirement of ₦500 billion. This milestone was achieved following the completion … Continue reading “FirstHoldCo Announces FirstBank Has Met ₦500 Billion Regulatory Capital Requirement”
The received opinion in 20th century literature on America’s foreign policy process is that the United States, America as we know it, is not a colonizing power but a liberal society of men and women who are committed to the ideals of democracy, free trade and economic prosperity, human rights, humanitarian aid, and global stability. … Continue reading “Trump, Venezuela And The American Empire – by Reuben Abati”
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of Dr Olugbemisola Titilayo Odusote as the director-general of the Nigerian Law School. The appointment takes effect on January 10, 2026, for a four-year term. Dr Odusote, 57, is currently the Deputy Director-General and Head of the Lagos Campus and will become the first woman to … Continue reading “Tinubu Appoints 1st Female DG Of Nigeria Law School”
The Embassy of the United States in Nigeria is the official diplomatic mission representing the U.S. government, working to strengthen the bilateral relationship between the two nations and advance shared interests. Headquartered in Abuja with a Consulate General in Lagos, the mission’s extensive work includes political, economic, and cultural cooperation, as well as providing essential services … Continue reading “Economic Assistant at US Embassy in Nigeria”
Asis Global Graduate Trainee Programme 2026 Asis Global is recruiting qualified graduates for its Graduate Trainee Program in Technology, Finance, and Consulting. The program provides structured training, practical experience, and opportunities for full-time employment upon successful completion .including competitive allowances. Salary: ₦150,000 – ₦250,000 Location: Lagos State, Nigeria QUALIFICATIONS ✓ Excellent Communication ✓ Strong Digital … Continue reading “Apply Now : Asis Global Graduate Trainee Programme 2026”
“The poll that matters is the one that happens on Election Day”— Heather Wilson We are at that point when you get genuinely confused over the length of an election race. So much has been packed into the last two years that you will be forgiven for thinking the elections of 2027 have only one competitor: … Continue reading “Final hurdles, by Hakeem Baba-Ahmed”
By Olasunkanmi Akoni The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has stated that former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, remains innocent until proven guilty by a court of law. The Commission stressed that Bello’s trial is still ongoing and that it is solely the responsibility of the court—not the EFCC—to determine his guilt or innocence. … Continue reading “Yahaya Bello presumed innocent amid N80.2bn fraud trial — EFCC”
By Idowu Bankole Former Ambassador to South Korea and Coordinator, Renewed Hope Ambassadors in Rivers State, Desmond Akawor has said that the development of Oyigbo Local Government Area has been stalled under Governor Siminalayi Fubara. Akawor stated this on Monday, during a “thank you” visit to the local government area by the Minister of the … Continue reading “Fubara stagnates development in Oyigbo LG – Ambassador Akawor alleges”
By Nkiruka Nnorom with agency report The UK government has activated a counter-terror policy that allows it to seize mobile phones from illegal migrants without arresting them. The government said the new law would help it to gather intelligence on smuggling gangs organising small boat crossings to the UK. According to the Home Office, officers … Continue reading “UK to seize illegal migrants’ phones under new counter terror policy”
By Victor Ahiuma-Young African trade unions have expressed strong condemnation of the United States’ recent military actions in Venezuela, describing them as a blatant violation of the country’s sovereignty. The African Regional Organisation of the International Trade Union Confederation, ITUC-Africa, has voiced full solidarity with the workers and people of Venezuela, aligning itself with a … Continue reading “US aggression in Venezuela sparks outrage from African trade unions”