By Tony Obiechina Abuja The Accountant-General of the Federation, Shamseldeen B. Ogunjimi has charged Accountants of Federal Projects Financial Management Department to ensure transparency in handling the over 40 donor projects currently being executed in Nigeria. Ogunjimi gave the charge in Abuja on Thursday at a retreat for Project accountants and internal auditors organised by the Office of the Accountant-General of the Federation (OAGF). According to Ogunjimi who was represented by Director of Finance and Accounts the retreat is organized to interact and also learn of any new reforms/developments in the Nigeria Public Finance ecosystem and a testament to the…
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Amid growing accusations that she is envious of her former best friend, Judy Austin, and relationship therapist, Blessing CEO, Nollywood actress Sarah Martins has slammed her critics. Martins in a recent Instagram post, declared that she would rather remain single than be responsible for the heartbreak of another woman. This is in reaction to claims that she is bitter over not being able to “snatch” a man. She revealed that despite frequent advances from married men, she has deliberately chosen not to entertain them in order to avoid ruining marriages. “The truth is, una husbands dey my DM but na…
By Tony Obiechina Abuja The Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) convened its 2025 Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Tuesday, July 22nd, 2025, to review the activities and financial performance of the organisation for the fiscal year ended December 31st, 2024. The meeting, which took place at the NESG Summit House in Lagos and virtually, brought together directors, members, and key stakeholders of the Group. In his address at the meeting, Mr. Niyi Yusuf, Chairman of the NESG Board of Directors, extended his sincere appreciation to the board, management, and members of the think tank for their unwavering dedication to national…
President Bola Tinubu has congratulates Mr. Fredrick Nwabufo, Senior Special Assistant on Public Engagement, on his 40th birthday, July 22, 2025. The President joins the Nwabufo family, friends, and associates in celebrating an incisive writer, journalist, and communications specialist. President Tinubu recalls Mr. Nwabufo’s dedicated service during the 2022–2023 presidential campaign under the Public Affairs Directorate of the Tinubu-Shettima Presidential Campaign Council, where he distinguished himself admirably. He commends the celebrant for his leadership as Convener of Journalists for a United Nigeria (JUN), his unwavering belief in Nigeria’s unity, and his advocacy for causes that reflect his patriotic convictions. As…
President Bola Tinubu has described the late Awujale of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, as an embodiment of integrity, humility, culture, dedication, and service to humanity. The Awujale passed away on Sunday, July 13, and was interred the following day. At the eighth-day prayer held on Sunday for the late monarch at the Otunba Dipo Dina Stadium in Ijebu Ode, Ogun State, President Tinubu said the Awujale was a pride of the Yoruba race. “Today marks a significant day in our nation’s history, particularly in the history of the Yoruba people. Nowhere will you find a better definition of our…
From Harry Awurumibe, Casablanca With Nigeria Football Supporters Club (NFSC) or its diaspora wings unable to show their presence at the ongoing CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco, Nigerians living in the country, especially those residing in Casablanca, have vowed to storm the Larbi Zaouli Stadium, venue of Nigeria and South Africa’s first semi-finals clash to cheer the Super Falcons to victory when both countries meet on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, Prompt News reports. Super Falcons have not missed much of the support that comes from the stands since their 3-0 defeat of Tunisia in the first…
A lady, Abigail Brains Timothy has been arrested by operatives of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Ekiti, for allegedly defrauding a cleric and 65 others to the tune of N195 million. The fraud, according to the spokesperson of NSCDC, Ekiti command, Afolabi Tolulope, was committed under the pretense of assisting the victims to secure visas. She was arrested in Benin on May 25th, 2025 following complaints from the victims. Consequently, the suspect has been arraigned in court for an offence relating to obtaining money under false pretence. The suspect, Abigail, allegedly deceived Pastor Adewusi by “falsely…
NLNG Shipping and Marine Services Limited (NSML) has reiterated the critical role of maritime training and capacity development as key enablers for navigating the evolving global maritime regulatory landscape. Speaking at the Association of Maritime Journalists of Nigeria (AMJON) Conference held at the Sheraton Hotel, Ikeja, Lagos, NSML’s Managing Director, Mr. Abdulkadir Ahmed, represented by Mr. Mutiu Olayiwole, Manager, Finance & Corporate Services delivered an insightful paper titled “The Evolving Global Maritime Regulatory Environment – The Role of Maritime Training and Capacity Development.” In his remarks, Ahmed highlighted that the maritime industry, which serves as the backbone of global trade,…
The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has taken a swipe at the African Democratic Congress (ADC) over its claim that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu exploited the elaborate state burial accorded to the late President Muhammadu Buhari for cheap political gains. Prompt News recalls that ADC Interim National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, made the allegation in a statement on Friday. The statement reads: “Triggered by the dignified state burial of the late former President Muhammadu Buhari, who passed on last week, and the show of compassion and support for his bereaved family by the government and people of Nigeria, the African…
By Andrew Abah The National Sports Commission (NSC) has announced cash rewards of ₦1,000,000 for each gold medal, ₦750,000 for silver, and ₦500,000 for bronze medals won by Team Nigeria athletes at the ongoing CAA Africa U18/U20 Athletics Championship, in Abeokuta. The announcement came during Day 2 of the championship, on Thursday, where the NSC Chairman Mallam Shehu Dikko and Director General Hon. Bukola Olopade watched actions from the stands. The two administrators, visibly elated by the stellar performances of the Nigerian contingent, wasted no time in unveiling the financial incentives to further boost morale. NSC Chairman, Mallam Shehu Dikko,…