Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation opens applications for 6th Cohort Programme

Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation Opens Applications for Sixth Cohort of Flagship Public Leadership Progrmame The Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation is pleased to announce that applications are now open for the sixth cohort of its transformative AIG Public Leaders Programme (AIG PLP). This flagship six-month executive education initiative, delivered by the University of Oxford’s Blavatnik School of Government, is designed…

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Court Jails Akwa Okuko , imposes N60m fine, orders shrine demolition

An Anambra State High Court has sentenced popular native doctor, Chidozie Nwangwu, popularly known as Akwa Okuko, to two years imprisonment after he pleaded guilty to multiple charges bordering on aiding and abetting kidnapping and ritual-related offences. Nwangwu was arrested in February 2025 by operatives of the Agunechemba Security outfit alongside two other native doctors…

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SAHCO strengthens operation with acquisition of ultra-modern ground support equipment

By Seun Ibiyemi Nigeria’s leading aviation ground handling company, Skyway Aviation Handling Company PLC (SAHCO), has reinforced its commitment to operational excellence and service efficiency with the acquisition of ultra-modern Ground Support Equipment (GSE) to enhance aircraft handling operations across its nationwide network. As part of the strategic upgrade, the company has taken delivery of…

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Fubara warns new appointees against financial misconduct

Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers has warned newly sworn-in government officials against holding unauthorised late-night meetings or engaging in conduct capable of embarrassing the state government, cautioning that such actions would attract immediate dismissal. Fubara gave the warning on Thursday in Port Harcourt shortly after inaugurating the new Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Dr…

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FCCPC, airline operators on collision course over price-fixing allegation

By Seun Ibiyemi Tension is mounting between the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) and airline operators in Nigeria following allegations of price-fixing in the country’s aviation sector. The regulatory standoff began after the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) disclosed that it had received complaints alleging coordinated airfare increases among domestic carriers,…

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NIMASA champions youth engagement in maritime sector at UNILAG

By Seun Ibiyemi The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) joined the International Maritime Organization (IMO) in an awareness and sensitisation campaign at the University of Lagos (UNILAG), aimed at exposing young Nigerians to emerging opportunities in the maritime industry. The event, hosted by the Institute of Maritime Studies (IMS), formed part of efforts…

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Naira trades steady amid ongoing FX reforms

By Seun Ibiyemi The naira recorded a largely stable performance on Thursday, trading within a narrow range against the United States dollar across official and parallel foreign exchange markets. At the official window, the local currency hovered around the ₦1,350 mark to the dollar, reflecting relative calm in the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market. Market participants…

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