A leading Nigerian technology innovator, Hanu Fejiro has launched a free training programme focused on cryptocurrency — blockchain, and decentralised finance (DeFi) — with the aim of opening up financial independence opportunities for young Nigerians. Hosted on Telegram, the initiative is completely free and offers participants an opportunity to learn, engage, and earn, while gaining hands-on experience in the fast-evolving digital finance landscape. The first batch of over 300 participants, made up of participants from an inaugural training session in March 2024, and another set from February 28, 2025, will round off at the end of March 2025. Speaking about the…
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The burial arrangements has been announced for the late elderstatesman, Pa Oluwole Senbanjo, who died on Saturday, April 5, 2025 at age 92. Prominent Nigerians, including Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun; Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote; and Business tycoon, Femi Otedola are among those that have been trooping in, to commiserate with the Senbanjos. The late Pa Senbanjo was the father of an APC Chieftain in Ogun State and the Regional Director of Seymour Energy Consulting, OmoOba Segun Senbanjo. Born on July 20th 1932, the deceased began his career in the early 1960s at the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN)…
● To Visit British Museum for Talks on Creative Sector Collaboration Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke is scheduled to attend a series of high-level investment engagements in London this week, including the prestigious Commonwealth Business Forum and other targeted investment summits. In a global climate where developed economies are actively seeking new investment frontiers, Governor Adeleke will also hold strategic meetings with key stakeholders, including the UK Prime Minister’s Trade Envoy to Nigeria, to attract capital and partnerships into Osun’s priority sectors. As part of his official itinerary, the Governor will visit the British Museum to explore potential areas of…
The widely publicized Mega Rally being organised by T.Pumpy Concept Limited in Abuja, will now hold on Wednesday, April 9, 2025. T.Pumpy is a top real estate developer and owner of T.Pumpy Estates spread across the FCT, Ekiti, Oyo and Kwara states. The show which is put together to create awareness on the ongoing Mega City pre-launch sales promo is initially scheduled to hold Monday, April 7, 2025, at No 12 Monrovia Street, Wuse 2, Abuja by 10.00am. One of Nigeria’s most influential hip hop recording artists, Olamide ‘Baddo’ is billed to headline the Mega Show that promises to be…
The much awaited 2025 Captain’s Cup tournament begins, Monday at the IBB International Golf and Country Club, Abuja. Tagged ” Tiger Bows Out,” the Six-day championship, which is among events lined up to celebrate the exit of the outgoing Captain of the Club, Ibrahim Babayo, will feature various categories include Caddies and Staff competition, Men and Female Divisions, Pros competition, Sponsors, Veterans and Super Veterans competition as well as 18-hole event on the last day. The celebrant, Captain Ibrahim Babayo, thumped up his Exco for their excellent achievements both on the course and clubhouse. He described their tenure as action…
As the plans to organize the intercollegiate Basketball Championship among the Colleges of Education in the North Central reaches advance stage, the organisers have continued to reach out to stakeholders for maximum support before, during and after the event. The Chairman, Colleges of Education Association of Staff Union, COEASU, Zuba branch, Dr Saad Ibrahim was at NTA Sports Channel located at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja to solicit for cooperation in achieving their aims. Accompanied by the Director of organisation for the Inter-collegiate Basketball Championship, Dr Abdulwahab Lawal, the COEASU Zuba branch Chairman said the aim of the event…
Owerri, capital of Imo State, stood still on Saturday as Igbankwu, the traditional marriage rites, between David Achudume, the son of the Founder of the Victory Life Bible Church, Apostle Lawrence Achudume, and Precious Chukwu took centre stage. Indeed, it was yet another reason to be thankful to God for by the Achudumes as ‘Daddy’s Boy’ took the first step in solidifying his affairs with his heartrob, Precious. The event held at the highbrow Mayfair Hotel in the heart of Owerri, saw the lively guests in their different shimmering attires. The couple were adorned in their wine-coloured outfits with matching…
The Rotary International has budgetted $30million to prevent malaria, pneumonia and diarrhea in Nigeria and three other African countries. The others are the Democratic Republic of Congo, Mozambique and Zambia. The project, which is aimed at checking Under-5 mortality, is tagged the Rotary Healthy Communities Challenge. The Country Lead, Past District Governor Dele Balogun made the disclosures at a High-Level Advocacy Training for Rotary Leaders, coordinated by Sydani Group in Abuja. Balogun said: “This programme is about strengthening systems for and increase access to the management of malaria, pneumonia and diarrhea. “The focus is on vulnerable populations and improving the…
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) has announced the appointment of a new 8-man Senior Management Team on Friday. This follows the appointment of new Group Chief Executive Officer, Bayo Ojulari and Board of Directors by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The team which will be headed by the GCEO, Mr Bashir Bayo Ojulari, has Rowland Ewubare as Group Chief Operating Officer; Adedapo Segun as Group Chief Financial Officer; and Olalekan Ogunleye as Executive Vice President Gas, Power & New Energy. Other members of the team are: Udy Ntia as Executive Vice President Upstream; Mumuni Dangazau as Executive Vice…
*** Pledges to Consolidate on Predecessor’s Achievements Bayo Ojulari has taken over officially as the new Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd). Prompt News reports he takes over from from his predecessor, Mr. Mele Kyari, signifying the beginning of a new era at the company. In a brief handover ceremony held at the NNPC Towers on Friday, the GCEO commended Kyari for his contributions to the growth of NNPC Ltd and his sterling service to the nation. He disclosed that the objective of his management was to consolidate on the successes of his…