Written by Germany plans to begin a scheme to slash energy costs for power-hungry manufacturers in January, the economy minister said Monday, part of efforts to revive Europe’s struggling industrial powerhouse. Sectors like chemicals and steel production have long been complaining that high electricity prices in Germany are adding to their burdens. The conservative-led government, which … Continue reading “Germany Plans To Lower Industrial Power Costs From January”
By Elizabeth Osayande In his fresh act of philanthropy and contribution to education infrastructure development, billionaire businessman and Chairman of First Bank Plc., Mr. Femi Otedola, has announced a N4 billion donation for the building of Electrical/Electronics Engineering block at the Augustine University, Ilara-Epe, Lagos. Otedola, who is the Chancellor of the university, announced the … Continue reading “Otedola donates N4bn for Electrical/Electronics block at Augustine University”
1. What Kind of Election Is This? Off-Year Elections, Not a Presidential Year 2025 is an “off-year” or “odd-year” election cycle. That means there is no presidential election in 2025. Instead, the races are primarily for state and local offices, plus a handful of special federal (Congress) elections. dotifi.com+2AP News+2 Because it’s not a major … Continue reading “2025 United States November Elections What does it Mean For Americans & for the rest of us”
Nigerian rapper and humanitarian, Ruggedman, believes that the Afrobeats tag given to a genre of music in the country might end soon. “I just have a feeling that this whole Afrobeats thing, the tag might end soon.” The rapper whose real name is Michael Ugochukwu Stephens said this while he appeared as a guest … Continue reading “Afrobeats Tag Might End Soon, Says Ruggedman”
In the midst of the MLS playoffs being underway, the teams who aren’t chasing the Cup are doing a bit of roster restructuring behind the scenes. With that said, there are some standout names looking for work ahead of next season and for some, could even be considering retirement. Here’s a look at the names … Continue reading “MLS teams have begun trimming rosters. Here are the top names looking for a new home”
The advantage which democracy supposedly has over all other forms of government is its inclination to guarantee the politics of equality. As a matter of fact, it is in a democracy that several freedoms such as freedom of speech, freedom of association etc. are usually found. That is why democracy is generally hailed as the … Continue reading “Imposed consensus: Bane of Nigeria’s party system, by Tonnie Iredia”
Wole Oke’s Threats of Military Backing Are Empty: Osun Elections Will Be Decided by Voters, Not Imaginary Soldiers By Pelumi Olajengbesi, Esq. Having gotten used to Wole Oke, each time I read him criticizing Governor Ademola Adeleke, despite the tremendous efforts and energy the Governor is deploying to serve the people of Osun State, I … Continue reading “Wole Oke’s Threats of Military Backing Are Empty: Osun Elections Will Be Decided by Voters, Not Imaginary Soldiers By Pelumi Olajengbesi, Esq.”
A bill for the alteration of the 1999 Constitution to address multiple taxation and related objectives has passed the second reading at the National Assembly. The update was given by the Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, Taiwo Oyedele, on Friday through his official X handle. According to him, … Continue reading “Bill To Address Multiple Taxation In 1999 Constitution Passes 2nd Reading”
Chapter 1. Part 2. Section 7. Local Government System of the Nigerian Constitution clearly states the functions and roles of local governments areas (LGAs) in Nigeria, so the topic, Wetin LGAs dey do sef (what do LGAs actually do) is somewhat ironic because it is obvious. But the impact of local governments in Nigeria has always been … Continue reading “Wetin LGAs Dey Do Sef? By Francis Ewherido”
By Dickson Omobola & Matilda Ikediobi Stakeholders in the country’s aviation sector have lamented the cost of aviation fuel, otherwise known as Jet-A1, saying it has increased the operating costs of airlines and forced passengers to pay higher airfares. The experts revealed that between the end of 2023 and March 2024, the price of jet … Continue reading “Experts lament jet fuel spike, say rising costs crippling airlines”