The Federal Government, through the Ministry of Finance, has held the maiden edition of the Government-Private Sector dialogue series (GPS). The event, held on Saturday, November 1, at Radisson Blu, Ikeja, Lagos, is part of the federal government’s efforts “to align national economic reforms with the realities of everyday business”. Speaking on the theme: ‘Finance and SME Growth Roundtable’, Doris Uzoka-Anite, Minister of State for Finance, said the federal government is determined to be more “present, responsive, and accountable”. She noted that policy must not be written for the people, but with them, adding that this edition is the beginning…
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It was a solemn and reflective atmosphere at St. Peter’s Church, Faji, Lagos Island, on Tuesday, as family members, friends, clerics, and dignitaries gathered to bid farewell to Dr. Christopher Kolade, who was laid to rest amid moving tributes and prayers. The service was attended by several prominent Nigerians, including former President Olusegun Obasanjo, former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, and the Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun. Also present were Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State, Chairman of MTN Nigeria, Dr. Ernest Ndukwe, Chairman of Channels Television, John Momoh, and other distinguished…
The University of Lagos, UNILAG, will convene global researchers, policymakers and industry leaders for the 5th International Conference on Artificial Intelligence and Robotics (MIRG-ICAIR 2025) from November 4 to 6, 2025, at the Jelili Adebisi Omotola Hall. Organized by UNILAG’s Machine Intelligence Research Group (MIRG) in partnership with the National Information Technology Development Agency – NITDA IT Hub (NITHUB), this year’s theme is “Building Sustainable AI-Driven Digital Transformation Infrastructure for African Economies.” The three-day meeting will examine how AI and robotics can support inclusive growth and tackle constraints in governance, health, finance, education and sustainability. The programme features keynotes, panels,…
The Lagos State Government has completed the installation of the final Ductile Cast Iron pipe in the ongoing Adiyan II Water Project. The state Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, announced the development in a post on X on Saturday. He described it as a major milestone in the project. The Adiyan II Water Project, according to the state government, is expected to deliver about 70 million gallons of potable water daily when completed. It forms part of ongoing efforts to expand water supply infrastructure across the state and address the long-standing challenge of inadequate access to…
Asharami Synergy, a Sahara Group downstream company, has strengthened its retail footprint with the commissioning of a new station in Lekki, Lagos, to enhance access to exceptional fuelling solutions. Located to serve residents and businesses across Lekki and its environs, the new facility is equipped with forecourt technology, according to a statement by the Group on Monday. The station allows for remote-controlled, real-time inventory management that ensures pinpoint meter accuracy for both the synergy team and customers, guaranteeing fair and efficient service. Alongside forecourt technology and add-on services like vehicle repair and maintenance, car wash, lube Station, and an on-site…
The Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has stated that the Omi-Eko Project would transform Lagos waterways from barriers of separation into corridors of opportunity. Speaking on Friday in Lagos during the official launch of the Omi-Eko Project, Sanwo-Olu added that the project was part of efforts to improve the transport system in Lagos. The Omi Eko Project, meaning Water of Lagos, marks a new chapter in Lagos’ transportation history, focusing on building a sustainable, smart, and efficient water mobility ecosystem. Designed to ease pressure on the city’s congested roads, the initiative seeks to harness the state’s vast waterways to connect…
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) says its operatives intercepted multiple consignments of illicit drugs concealed in frozen snails, electric bulbs and female clothing at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) in Lagos. According to a statement on Sunday by Femi Babafemi, NDLEA spokesperson, the drugs were headed for the United States, United Kingdom and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Babafemi said at least two suspects were already in custody. “One of them, a cargo agent Boladale Riliwan was arrested on 7th October 2025 following the discovery of 15 parcels of skunk, a strain of cannabis, concealed in…
Independent petroleum marketers have confirmed that the Dangote Petroleum Refinery has set a target to release up to 600 million litres of petrol monthly as part of efforts to stabilise supply in the domestic market and ease the recent surge in pump prices. It said the new distribution framework is being finalised with 20 selected marketers that will see the release of up to 600 million litres of petrol monthly to stabilise the Nigerian downstream market amid lingering supply challenges and rising pump prices. This was disclosed by the National Public Relations Officer of the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of…
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has commended the Central Bank of Nigeria’s proposed directive, which mandates banks to refund customers for failed Automated Teller Machine (ATM) transactions within 48 hours. In a statement on Monday signed by its Director of Corporate Affairs, Ondaje Ijagwu, the Commission described the CBN’s Draft Guidelines on the Operations of Automated Teller Machines in Nigeria as a timely and long-awaited intervention that aligns with ongoing efforts to protect consumers in the financial services sector. The draft guideline, released last week, follows the FCCPC’s Consumer Complaints Data Report published in September 2025, which…
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) will on Monday (today) commence a two-week warning strike after the ultimatum issued to the Federal Government elapsed on Sunday. The announcement was made by the National President of the union, Prof. Chris Piwuna, at a press briefing at the University of Abuja on Sunday. The renewed standoff between ASUU and the government comes amid ongoing negotiations aimed at averting another round of industrial unrest in public universities. Last Wednesday, the Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, disclosed in Abuja that the government had entered the final phase of talks with ASUU and…