CBN releases framework to ensure safety, stability of Nigerian Financial System
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has released the Framework for Regulatory Sandbox Operations, to ensure the safety and stability of the Nigerian Financial System, among other things. It is…
NNPC remains committed to OPEC+, agreement – Kyari tells global Forum
The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) has reiterated its commitment to abide by the output cut agreement of the Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) and its allies called…
WHO delegation prepared to fly on Thursday from Singapore to Wuhan in month-long mission – team member says
A global team of scientists led by the World Health Organisation, WHO, to investigate the origins of the novel coronavirus will spend around a month in the Chinese city of…
2020 NECO Results: Over 73% Pass Maths, English, de-recognises 12 schools for mass cheating
The National Examination Council (NECO) has released the 2020 Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) results with over 73 per cent of candidates passing Mathematics and English Language, a 2.3 per cent…
COVID-19: WHO says British virus variant now in 50 countries, notes a 3rd ‘variant of concern’ in Japan
The coronavirus mutation first found in Britain has now spread to 50 territories, according to the World Health Organization, WHO, while a similar South African-identified strain has now been found…
NRC begins e-ticketing test run for Abuja-Kaduna train service, formal inauguration holds Jan. 20
The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) says it has commenced the e-ticketing for train services on the Abuja-Kaduna route. Mr. Fidet Okhiria, the NRC Managing Director, told the News Agency of…
COVID-19: Twenty doctors contract virus in Kwara
At least 20 doctors have been infected with COVID-19 at the University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital (UITH), an official has said. Dr Badmus Habeeb, President of UITH chapter of Association…
NNPC diversifying portfolio beyond oil assets through domestic gas utilisation projects – Kyari
The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) says it is currently diversifying its portfolio beyond oil assets due to the impact of global energy transition. Mr Mele Kyari, Group Managing Director,…
Invoking 25th Amendment To Remove Trump not in the best interest of our nation – Pence tells House
US Vice President Mike Pence told House leaders Tuesday he does not support invoking the 25th Amendment process to remove Donald Trump, all but guaranteeing an impeachment vote against the…
YouTube Temporarily Suspends Trump’s Channel Over Safety Concerns Ahead of Biden Inauguration
Google-owned YouTube on Tuesday temporarily suspended President Donald Trump’s channel and removed a video for violating its policy against inciting violence, joining other social media platforms in banning his accounts…