Over 100 Women Entrepreneurs Equipped for Formalisation, Sustainable Growth in Abuja
By Sharon Akuboh As Nigeria seeks to strengthen its vast micro and small business sector and move more enterprises towards formalisation and sustainable growth, over 100 women entrepreneurs have been equipped with practical tools in regulatory compliance, trademark protection, business systems and market readiness at a special entrepreneurship workshop in Abuja. The Women Entrepreneurship Workshop…
INDIA–NIGERIA : BUILDING A STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP BEYOND OIL
As Bilateral Trade Climbs to $9bn, India Deepens Footprint in Nigeria’s Technology, Healthcare, Agriculture, Defence and Energy Sectors By Joy Omagha Idam For decades, the relationship between Nigeria and India was largely viewed through the familiar lenses of trade, crude oil, pharmaceuticals and commercial exchange. Today, however, a new story is emerging—one of a partnership…
India–Nigeria Partnership : How the Indian High Commission Is Making a Difference in Nigeria
From Education and Skills Development to Healthcare, Technology and Trade, India’s Partnership with Nigeria Continues to Create Opportunities By Joy Omagha Idam For more than six decades, Nigeria and India have maintained a relationship built on friendship, mutual respect and expanding cooperation. Today, that relationship is increasingly reflected not only in diplomatic engagements but also…
Correspondents’ Chapel NUJ FCT Hails Raphael Oni on New Appointment
By Sharon Akuboh Abuja The Correspondents’ Chapel of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) FCT, warmly congratulates its immediate past Secretary, Comrade Raphael Oni, on his appointment as Special Assistant on Digital and Public Diplomacy to the Honourable Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Sola Enikanolaiye. The Chapel under the Leadership of Comrade Felix…
NUJ FCT Council Hails Raphael Oni on Appointment as Special Assistant on Digital and Public Diplomacy
By Sharon Akuboh, Abuja The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), FCT Council, warmly congratulated Mr. Raphael Oni on his appointment as Special Assistant on Digital and Public Diplomacy to the Honourable Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Sola Enikanolaiye. Mr. Oni’s appointment is a welcome development for effective public diplomacy and digital engagement. With…
Sheathe Your Swords, Save Flights, Return to Dialogue — NCAA Boss Tells Aviation Unions
TSC dispute disrupts Air Peace operations, leaves passengers stranded By Raymond Enoch The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has appealed to aviation unions to suspend their ongoing industrial action over the disputed Ticket Sales Charge (TSC), warning that continued disruption of flight operations could further inconvenience passengers and deepen tensions within the aviation sector. The…
Virtuous Woman Is Defined By Character, Not Beauty Or Possessions, Says Joy Idam
By Sharon Akuboh Women have been urged to build their lives around godly character, wisdom, kindness and positive impact rather than beauty, age, marital status, position or material possessions. The charge was given by Princess Joy Omagha Idam, who delivered a special Women’s Day sermon at the Voice of Victory International Gospel Ministries, Suleja, Niger…
Ebonyi Assembly Cracks Down on Scrap Dealers, Rent Exploitation, Agents’ Fees
By Nkechinyere Ewa The Ebonyi State House of Assembly has enacted a new law to regulate the activities of metal and electrical scrap dealers, check arbitrary house rents and restrict the fees charged by estate agents operating in the state. The legislation, known as the Ebonyi State Sale of Scraps, House Rent and Agent Fees…