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FG, US eye skill development in transport sector

The Federal Government and the United States are collaborating to enhance skills in the transportation sector, aiming to drive efficiency and economic growth. This partnership was highlighted during a strategic meeting between the Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission, Abike Dabiri-Erewa, and Secretary of the California State Transportation Agency, Dr Toks Omishakin,...
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Punch correspondent wins housing reporting award

The PUNCH Correspondent Josephine Ogundeji has won the News Reporter of the Year (Print) Award at the Africa Housing Awards 2024. Housing Development Advocacy Network, organisers of the Africa Housing Awards, named Ogundeji as the print news reporter of the year on Saturday at the Musa Yar’adua Centre, Abuja. According to the AHA coordinator Festus...
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Govt urged to maximise FTZs for economic growth

The Chairman of the Lekki Free Trade Zone, Biodun Dabiri, has advocated for the maximisation of the Lagos Free Trade Zone to drive economic growth. He disclosed this at the annual Fellows’ Lunch of the Nigerian Institute of Estate Surveyors and Valuers, which was held in Lagos State recently. He said, “The concept of free...
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World Trade Centre to unveil new amenities in 2025

World Trade Centre, Abuja, has announced plans to unveil new amenities in 2025 as part of efforts to revolutionise the property sector. The Vice President of the World Trade Centre, Mr. Ahmed Karim Adelaja, disclosed this while speaking to journalists at the end-of-the-year business and networking cocktail on Saturday in Abuja. He noted that the...
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Firm partners NexHub to boost creative exports

One of the leading strategic policy communications and government affairs firm, Bruit Costaud has stated that it has partnered NexHub to boost Nigeria’s creative exports to the world. In a statement, Bruit Costaud noted it partnered with NexHub to leverage the expertise of both organisations to position Nigeria as a cultural powerhouse. Bruit Costaud, a...
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Capital Express unveils insurance group

The Capital Express Group formally unveiled its insurance group at a recent event in Lagos. The unveiling event served as a platform to introduce the newly rebranded Capital Express Life Assurance Limited—formerly known as Capital Express Assurance Limited and to launch Capital Express Indemnity Insurance Limited. Together, these two entities now form the foundation of...
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HAFBAM Properties relishes awards

The Managing Director of HAFBAM Properties, Hafsah Omotosho, said she was honoured with three awards at the BRG International Conference and Awards 2024, hosted by the largest brokerage firm in Africa. In a statement, Omotosho disclosed that among over 95,000 realtors, she was privileged to be recognised as the BRG Personality of the Year, one...
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Julius Berger rewards long-serving employees

Determined to encourage employees, Julius Berger Plc has recognised and honoured several employees for their meritorious and diligent service to the company. In a statement, the Managing Director of Julius Berger Nigeria Plc, Dr. Peer Lubaschv underscored the uniqueness of the staff of the organisation to the landmark growth of the company over the years,...
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Keyamo defends private airstrip approval amid controversy

The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has defended his decision to approve a private airstrip amid rising concerns and allegations of preferential treatment. Keyamo insisted on his decision while speaking during a live programme on Arise News on Sunday, as he stressed the importance of fairness and adherence to legal processes in...
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Farmers worry over govt’s dry-season farming initiative

Some farmers have expressed skepticism over the Federal Government’s promised dry season farming intervention. Despite pledges from government officials to enhance food security and shift from rainfed to year-round agriculture, farmers claim the initiatives have been selective and poorly implemented. To tackle food insecurity, the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security proposed mechanised farming...
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