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NAICOM Strengthens Enforcement of Insurance for Public Buildings and Construction Projects

By Oluwakemi Kindness The National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) has reaffirmed its commitment to enforcing insurance compliance for public buildings and construction sites across Nigeria. NAICOM stated this at the 4th Meeting of the Joint Committee on Insurance for Public Buildings and Buildings under Construction, in Abuja on Wednesday which brought together key stakeholders to review progress and address challenges in implementing mandatory insurance regulations. In his opening remarks, Deputy Commissioner for Insurance (Finance and Administration), Ekerete Ola Gam-Ikon, updated members […]

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CBN Simplifies BVN Registration for Nigerians in Diaspora

By Oluwakemi Kindness The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), in collaboration with the Nigeria Inter-Bank Settlement System (NIBSS), has officially launched the Non-Resident Bank Verification Number (NRBVN) platform—a secure digital gateway enabling Nigerians living abroad to obtain their Bank Verification Number (BVN) without having to be physically present in the country. The platform is designed to enhance financial inclusion, streamline identity verification, and facilitate easier access to banking services for the Nigerian diaspora. Speaking at the unveiling in Abuja, on […]

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NILDS Inaugurates Sub-Committees for 2025 UNIBEN Convocation

By Sofiat Adenekan The Director General of the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies, Professor Abubakar Olanrewaju Sulaiman, has inaugurated eight sub-committees to oversee preparations for the 2025 UNIBEN/NILDS joint convocation ceremony. The event, scheduled for October, marks the ninth edition of the partnership between the University of Benin and NILDS. Speaking at the inauguration held at the Institute's headquarters in Abuja, Professor Sulaiman stressed the importance of effective coordination and professionalism in delivering a successful ceremony. The sub-committees, […]

May 14, 2025

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NCPC Set To Begin Preparations For 2025 Pilgrimage

By Chinedu Echianu The Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission (NCPC) is set to sign contractual agreements with air carriers and ground handlers in June for the 2025 Pilgrimage Exercise to Israel, Jordan, Rome, Greece, and Turkey. Executive Secretary of NCPC, Bishop Stephen Adegbite, disclosed this during the financial bid opening for airlifting and ground handling services for the 2025 pilgrimage exercise on Tuesday. Bishop Adegbite emphasized that transparency and openness are the hallmark of his administration. A statement signed by Celestine […]

May 14, 2025

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Federal Government to Mainstream Gender in Labour Reforms – Dingyadi

By Chinedu Echianu The Federal Government says it would prioritize gender mainstreaming among the guiding principles for its ongoing labour reforms, to ensure that women and vulnerable workers have equal access to employment opportunities, devoid of any form of discrimination. A statement signed by Patience Onuobia, Head, Press and Public Relations at the federal ministry of Labour and Employment says the Minister, Muhammad Dingyadi, made this disclosure while presenting a keynote address at the 2025 Senior Officers’ Conference of the […]

May 13, 2025

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Fraudulent Claims, One of Major Challenges Facing NSITF – Faleye

By Chinedu Echianu The Managing Director of the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund,(NSITF), Barrister Oluwaseun Faleye has identified fraudulent claims as a core challenge facing the Fund. Faleye, who spoke at the West Africa Technical Workshop of the International Social Security Association (ISSA), held in Conakry, Guinea, where he spoke on the topic: Strategic Role of Actuarial Work in Strengthening Social Insurance Delivery at NSITF, lamented that falsification of claims exposes the Fund to operational risk. A statement signed by […]

May 13, 2025

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CBN Alerts Public Against Scam Contracts and Fraudulent Claims

By Oluwakemi Kindness The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has reiterate warnings that it has not authorised, licensed, or appointed any individual, group, or organisation to act as an agent or intermediary in offering contracts, financial grants, or intervention funds to the public. The CBN in a statement on Monday also notes that it did not endorse or support such claims in any form. "The attention of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has been drawn once again to the […]

May 12, 2025

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Economy

Bet on Nigeria’s Growth, Uzoka-Anite Encourages Global Investors

By Oluwakemi Kindness The Federal Government has called on global investors to tap into Nigeria's vast opportunities, highlighting the country's economic pivot and potential for sustainable growth. Minister of State for Finance, Dr. Doris Uzoka-Anite, made the appeal during her address at the Milken Institute Global Conference 2025, New York, USA A statement on Monday by the Director of Information in the ministry, Mohammed Manga, quotes Dr. Anite as saying Nigeria is deepening intra-African trade and investment through the African […]

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NDLEA Gets 2 New Forensic Labs

By Oluwakemi Kindness The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has established two new laboratories to enhance accessibility, expedite timely analysis, and prosecute cases efficiently following a surge in drug seizures over the past months. This feat come after over 25 years of conducting forensic analysis in a single laboratory facility in Lagos which also received an upgrade. The two additional laboratories built in Abuja and Enugu are strategically located and equipped with state- of -the -art facilities designed to […]

May 12, 2025