On Tuesday, President Tinubu declared a state of emergency in Rivers State, to address the ongoing political crisis in the State. The crisis, as I understand it is the fight to finish between Governor Fubara and former governor and current Minister of the FCT, Wike. President Tinubu took a clear position on the matter blaming Governor Fubara for the crisis: “It is public knowledge that the Governor of Rivers State for unjustifiable reasons, demolished the House of Assembly of the state as far back as 13th December 2023 and has, up until now, fourteen (14) months after, not rebuilt same”…
Author: Abdoulaye Kay
Africa’s leading industrialist and President of Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote, has unveiled plans to build Nigeria’s largest seaport in Olokola, Ogun State, alongside a new cement plant in Itori with a production capacity of six million metric tons per annum (Mta). Speaking during a courtesy visit to Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, at his office in Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta, Dangote attributed his renewed investment in the state to the governor’s investor-friendly policies and commitment to fostering economic growth. He described Ogun State as Nigeria’s manufacturing hub, offering an attractive business climate. “We had previously abandoned our investment plans in the…
The Pan-African conglomerate Dangote Industries Limited (Dangote Group) and its subsidiaries disclosed that they paid over N402 billion in taxes in 2024, making them the highest taxpayers in the country. Dangote’s Chief Branding and Communications Officer, Anthony Chiejina, made this declaration during a meeting with senior media executives who visited him at his Lagos office. He stated that Dangote Industries Limited (DIL) and its subsidiaries—Dangote Cement, NASCON, and Dangote Packaging Limited, among others—remitted a total of N402.319 billion in taxes for the outgoing year, in line with their commitment as responsible corporate entities. Recall that the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) had,…
Entrepreneurs, product owners, and Nigerian manufacturers looking to expand into the U.S. market can now gain expert insights at the Export & Prosper Masterclass – Lagos Edition, hosted by USA Africa Business Hub. Scheduled for Saturday, 8 March 2025, at 9:00 AM at the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria Centre (MAN Centre), Ikeja, this exclusive session will equip participants with the knowledge and tools needed to export profitably, safely, and legally to the United States. The masterclass will be led by Gbenga Omotayo, Founder of USAfrica Hub & USAfrica Business Expo, and will cover essential topics including U.S. export regulations (FDA,…
The Federation Accounts Allocation Committee (FAAC), has shared ₦1.703 trillion revenue among the Federal Government, states and the Local Government Councils (LGCs) for January. This is according to a communiqué made available to newsmen at the end of FAAC meeting by Mr Bawa Mokwa, the Director, Press and Public Relations, Office of the Accountant-General of the Federation (OAGF) on Thursday in Abuja. According to the communiqué, the N1.703 trillion total revenue comprised statutory revenue of N749.727 billion, Value Added Tax (VAT) revenue of N718.781 billion. It also comprised Electronic Money Transfer Levy (EMTL) revenue of N20.548 billion and Augmentation of…
Lagos-based socio-cultural group, De Renaissance Patriots Foundation, has condemned what it describes as the “systematic marginalization” of indigenous Lagosians in the state’s political structure. The group, in a statement issued on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, by its Media Office, alleged that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is imposing non-indigenes in key leadership positions, sidelining qualified Lagos natives. The statement, titled “Exposed: Systematic Marginalization of Lagos Indigenes” with the rider “A Call for Indigenous Solidarity”, specifically addressed the ongoing political crisis in the Lagos State House of Assembly. The group accused President Tinubu of orchestrating efforts to remove the first female Speaker…
The Kano State Government, in collaboration with Geoscan Technologies Nigeria, has taken a significant step toward enhancing investment in the solid minerals sector. A high-level roundtable discussion was held on Tuesday in Kaduna, focusing on data-driven strategies to position Kano as a prime destination for global investors. The meeting featured key representatives from Geoscan Technologies Nigeria, including partners from its global headquarters in Berlin, Germany. Among them were Founder Dr. Ulrich Eichhorn, Co-founder, Directors, and Senior Geologists. Leading the Kano State delegation was the Commissioner for Solid Minerals and Natural Resources, Hamza Safiyanu, alongside Permanent Secretary Engineer Mansur Yakubu and…
VFS Global has introduced a Generative AI-powered chatbot to enhance customer support for UK visa applicants worldwide. This advanced chatbot offers human-like interactions through voice and text, providing instant and accurate information to streamline the visa application process. Developed in-house by VFS Global’s AI team, it ensures seamless access to country-specific guidance while upholding stringent data privacy and security standards. ALSO READ Syngenta expands global leadership in agricultural biologicals with new acquisitions and partnerships ALSO READ AI to replace 4,000 jobs in South-East Asia’s largest bank Jen Vidler, Deputy Director at UK Visas and Immigration, emphasized the chatbot’s role in…
Syngenta, a global leader in agricultural innovation, is enhancing its commitment to sustainable farming by expanding its biological research and development. The company has acquired Novartis’s collection of natural compounds and genetic strains for agricultural applications, while Novartis retains exclusive rights for pharmaceutical uses. Biologicals are agricultural technologies that utilize natural processes to protect and enhance crop health. They complement traditional agricultural inputs, offering farmers more options to manage pests and diseases while promoting sustainable practices. This acquisition includes transferring Novartis’s Natural Products and Biomolecular Chemistry team to Syngenta and leasing Novartis’s fermentation pilot plant and laboratories in Basel, Switzerland.…
Listeria, a type of bacteria, is the third leading cause of death from foodborne illness in the US, killing about 260 people a year.