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Politics

Court Stops PDP From Enforcing Wabara’s Suspension

01.03.2025

An Abia State High Court sitting at Obehie, Ukwa West Local Government Area (LGA), has barred the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) from enforcing the purported suspension of the Chairman, Board of Trustees (BoT) of the party, Adolphus Wabara. The court presided over by Justice LTC Eruba restrained Abraham Amah, Abia State Chairman of the PDP,...

Coal City Film Festival Announces 2025 Edition

01.03.2025

The Coal City Film Festival (CCFF) has announced its 2025 edition, scheduled take place from March 27-29 in Enugu State. The festival’s founder and director, Uche Agbo, expressed excitement about the diverse range of films selected for this year’s event. The 2025 lineup includes feature films, documentaries, short films, and animations from talented filmmakers across...

NAFDAC Blacklists Indian Firm Over Importation Of Hard Drugs

01.03.2025

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) on Friday said it blacklisted an Indian firm, Aveo Pharmaceuticals Pvt Limited, over alleged production and importation of dangerous opioid combinations in West Africa, including Nigeria. In a statement signed by its Director-General, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, the agency accused the Indian company of producing...

Jobberman, experts task businesses on growth amid uncertainty

01.03.2025

Jobberman in collaboration with industry and economic experts have advised business executives to adopt high agency, strategic adaptability, and proactive planning to navigate the economic uncertainties of 2025. Speaking at the Jobberman Business Breakfast for C-Suite Executives in Lagos on Thursday, they outlined actionable strategies for sustainability and growth amid evolving challenges. Managing Director of...

Mustapha Empowers Constituents With Agric Tools

01.03.2025

The Senator representing Kwara Central Senatorial District, Saliu Mustapha, has launched a multi-billion naira mega empowerment programme, tagged “Alubarika 1.0: Agricultural & Human Capital Development Empowerment Programme”. The event, which took place at the Lower Niger River Basin Development Authority in Ilorin, the Kwara State capital, on Friday, marked a significant effort to empower farmers,...

LCCI urges gradual enforcement of FTZ tax provisions

01.03.2025

The Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry has called on the Federal Government to implement the proposed tax reforms for Free Trade Zones in phases to allow businesses time to adjust. Director-General of LCCI, Dr Chinyere Almona, told The PUNCH that the proposed reforms, which have generated pushback from the private sector, do not reverse...

Blaqbonez Unleashes ‘Wetego’ Featuring Phyno, Young Jonn

01.03.2025

Nigeria’s musical maverick, Blaqbonez, officially drops his highly anticipated single, ‘Wetego’ off his ‘No Excuses’ yet to be released album, featuring top rapper, Phyno and hitmaker and singer, Young Jonn. The song, according to Chocolate City Records is a potential hit, a fusion of bold lyricism, catchy beats and electrifying energy- what fans have come...

Kano Anti-Graft Agency Arrests LG Chair For Alleged Land Fraud

01.03.2025

The Kano State Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission has arrested Abdullahi Mohammed, Chairman of Kiru Local Government Area, for allegedly selling vast land worth over N100 million meant for the Kafin Maiyaki Mini Stadium. According to the investigation, a company called Mahasum purchased the plots of land allocated for the Kafin Maiyaki Mini Stadium, but...

Stakeholders seek SEZ regulators’ collaboration to boost exports

01.03.2025

Stakeholders in Nigeria’s Special Economic Zones have called for stronger collaboration between Free Zones Regulatory Authorities and key government agencies to enhance operational efficiency and streamline regulatory processes. According to a statement, participants at the recently held 3rd SEZs Annual Meeting in Lagos, urged regulatory bodies, including the Federal Inland Revenue Service, National Agency for...

Filmhouse Group, AFRIFF Unveil Initiative For Future Talent Nurture

01.03.2025

The Filmhouse Group in partnership with Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF) and the University for the Creative Arts (UCA) has launched an initiative to equip secondary school and university students with industry knowledge and hands-on experience in the creative sector. This collaboration aimed at educating the next generation of Nigerian creatives in film, animation, and...