CBN revokes operating licenses of 46 MfBs for regulatory failure
Abuja: The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has revoked the operating licenses of 46 Microfinance Banks (MfBs) with effect from July 1. This is contained in a statement issued by…
NGX opens July in the red as profit-taking wipes N2.39tn off market value
Nigeria’s equities market opened trading for July on a bearish note, with investors losing N2.39 trillion as fresh profit-taking in medium and large-cap stocks dragged key market indicators lower on…
6 Nations Carrying Strong Momentum Into the World Cup Knockout Phase
Source Every World Cup reaches a point where the conversation changes. The group stage is about collecting points, surviving awkward moments, and avoiding mistakes that can end a tournament before…
Milo Basketball: Bayelsa, Benue set for girls’ final
Bayelsa and Benue will battle for the girls’ title at the 26th Nestlé Milo Secondary School Basketball Championships. The final will feature two of the competition’s most successful teams. St.…
NIS to Launch 8-Week Summer Basic Coaching Programme in Uyo
In line with its mandate to develop sports through quality education and grassroots capacity building, the National Institute for Sports (NIS), in collaboration with the Akwa Ibom State Football Association,…
Okpebholo celebrates Bright Igbinedion, applauds contributions to Edo’s business environment
Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has congratulated renowned businessman Chief Bright Igbinedion, on the occasion of his birthday, describing him as an accomplished entrepreneur whose contributions continue to impact…
Benin bronzes belong to Oba’s Palace, says Okpebholo
Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has described the return of the Benin Bronzes as a historic milestone for the Benin Kingdom, insisting that the artefacts belong to the Oba…
2026 Summit, Exhibition and Fashion show is to reposition Edo as tourism destination, says Okpebholo
The Coordinator of the Office of the First Lady of Edo State Mrs. Edesili Okpebholo Anani has disclosed that the 2026 Summit, exhibition and fashion show organized by Edo State…
Okpebholo earns commendation for humility, faithfulness
Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, on Wednesday earned glowing commendation for his humility, reliability and strong faithfulness from former Deputy Governor, Rt. Hon. Pius Odubu, who described him as…
Election timetable dispute: Court reserves judgment in INEC’s appeals
Abuja: The Court of Appeal in Abuja has reserved judgment in two separate appeals over dispute surrounding the timetable for the conduct of the 2027 elections released by the Independent…