The United Nations has strongly denounced remarks made by David Mencer, an Israeli government spokesperson, accusing Philippe Lazzarini, the head of the UN agency for Palestinian refugees (UNRWA), of being a “terrorist sympathiser.” Stephane Dujarric, spokesman for UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, labeled Mencer’s comments as “reprehensible” and “downright dangerous.” In a videotaped speech, Mencer alleged…
The President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Joe Ajaero, and the President of the Trade Union Congress (TUC), Festus Osifo, attended a crucial meeting at the State House in Abuja on Thursday. This meeting is part of ongoing discussions between labour leaders and the President regarding the national minimum wage. Minister of Information and…
Joe Bryant, the former La Salle basketball standout, has passed away. Bryant played at the Philadelphia school from 1973 to 1975 and later coached the Explorers from 1993 to 1996. His professional playing career spanned from 1975 to 1983 with the NBA’s Philadelphia 76ers, San Diego Clippers, and Houston Rockets, before continuing in Europe. In…
By Ayomide Otitoju In the past week, no fewer than 221 cases of oil theft were uncovered across various communities in the Niger Delta region, the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) has reported. According to the NNPC, incidents including illegal refineries, unauthorized connections, and pipeline vandalism were recorded between July 6 and 12. These incidents…
By Ayomide Otitoju Energy analysts have asserted that the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) can obtain loans without the Federal Government’s approval. Amidst criticism over NNPC’s plan to secure a $20 billion oil-backed loan from undisclosed sources, Professor Emeritus and oil and gas expert, Wumi Iledare, clarified that NNPC operates as a private company….
By Ayomide Otitoju Brentex CPP Limited, one of the contractors for the Ajaokuta–Kaduna–Kano (AKK) Gas Pipeline Project, has refuted reports attributing the project’s delay to the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC). The company affirmed that it had received substantial support from NNPC in delivering its segment of the AKK Gas Pipeline Project. Brentex clarified…
President Joe Biden has tested positive for COVID-19, the White House announced in a statement on Thursday. The News Agency of Nigeria reported that White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre stated that Mr. Biden is “vaccinated and boosted and is experiencing mild symptoms.” The positive test result followed an event Mr. Biden attended in Nevada….
Lasaco Assurance Plc, in partnership with Mutual Benefits Assurance Plc, NEM Insurance Plc, and Sovereign Trust Insurance Plc, has provided protective gear for sweepers working with the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA). According to a statement from Lasaco on Tuesday, this initiative aims to ensure the safety and visibility of the sweepers. The protective gear…
By Ayomide Otitoju Ecobank Nigeria, a subsidiary of the Ecobank Group, is set to host a virtual SME Conference focusing on solar energy as an alternative power source for businesses in Nigeria. This conference, part of the Bank’s MySME Growth Series, is scheduled for Tuesday, July 23, at 10 am and will be facilitated by…
