By Monijesu Ogunojuwo The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) in collaboration with APM Terminals, Apapa has resumed the Lagos-Ibadan cargo train with 35 containers departing the Lagos Port container terminal for Moniya in Ibadan, Oyo State. Speaking during the re-launch of the Lagos-Ibadan cargo train on the standard gauge rail yesterday, the Managing Director of the…
By Monijesu Ogunojuwo The Internet Exchange Point of Nigeria (IXPN), a critical infrastructure for keeping Nigerian internet traffic within the country, has restated its commitment to building a stronger internet exchange ecosystem and advancing Nigeria’s digital landscape through efficient interconnectivity, robust collaborations, and the seamless exchange of ideas. IXPN’s CEO, Muhammed Rudman, gave the commitment…
By Ogunojuwo Monijesu The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) yesterday shifted the 299th meeting of its Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) earlier scheduled for February 17 and 18, to Wednesday, February 19 and Thursday, February 20, 2025. In a statement, the apex bank said the announcement puts paid to speculations around the date of the meetings…
By Ogunojuwo Monijesu The Managing Director, Project Management Institute (PMI), Sub-Saharan Africa, George Asamani, has stressed the importance of mastering technical skills as Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to redefine job roles. In a statement at the weekend, Asamani said as AI integrates into the workplace and redefines job roles, young professionals find themselves at a…
By Ogunojuwo MoniJesu Board Chairman of MTN Nigeria Communications PLC, Ernest Ndukwe, has called for increased investment in telecom infrastructure to position Nigeria as a competitive player in the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4thIR). He gave the advice at the 22nd Annual Lecture and International Leadership symposium of the Centre for Values in Leadership in Lagos…
The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN), Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA), former Senate President, Association of Small Business Owners of Nigeria (ABON), and others have rejected the 15 per cent hike in port charges. They urged the Federal Government and Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) to rescind the decision to avert a further shutdown of businesses…
The Internet Exchange Point of Nigeria (IXPN), a critical infrastructure for keeping Nigerian internet traffic within the country, recently held its annual Members’ Engagement Forum in Lagos, where it updated members on key achievements, milestones and plans for 2025. According to IXPN’s CEO, Muhammed Rudman, the forum provides a valuable platform for collaboration, interaction, and…
KongaFM 103.7, the 24/7 innovative hit music and commerce radio station, has taken the airwaves by storm since its recent launch. Operating on terrestrial frequencies in Lagos on 103.7 and streaming online for listeners globally at www.kongafm.com, KongaFM has quickly become a favourite among audiences. The radio station blends entertainment, inspiration, and commerce in a…
The Director of Corporate Communications and CSR Airtel Nigeria, Femi Adeniran, has called for a human centric approach to workforce transformation in the face of rapid technological advancements. Mr. Adeniran spoke during a panel discussion titled ‘Building a Workforce for the New Era: Talent, Technology, and Transformation’ at the 2025 Career Fair, hosted by Pan-Atlantic…
