By Ajibola Olaide, JKNewsMedia Reporter RECOGNIZING THE growing need for women entrepreneurs to adapt to modern technological advancements, Fidelity Bank Plc has partnered with ImpactHER to provide free training on digital and Artificial Intelligence (AI) skills. This initiative, aimed at empowering women in business, took place from August 19...
By Ajibola Olaide, JKNewsMedia Reporter INTERNATIONAL PARTNERS and local stakeholders in the global fight against illicit drug trafficking have pledged their support for the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency’s (NDLEA) Alternative Development Project (ADP). This initiative aims to redirect illicit drug producers and dealers towards lawful an...
By Jemimah Wellington, JKNewsMedia Reporter THE NATIONAL Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has recognized the bravery of eight Marine Command officers by awarding them special promotions for their exceptional conduct during a recent operation against drug traffickers on Lagos waterways. The officers intercepted canoes and boats attempting to...
By Jemimah Wellington, JKNewsMedia Reporter AS LAGOS State rolls out the second phase of the ‘Ounje Eko’ discount market, residents across the state will gain access to affordable food items starting Sunday, September 1. The initiative, which offers essential food products at a 25% discount, aims to alleviate the financial burden o...
By Ajibola Olaide, JKNewsMedia Reporter THE ILAJE community in Bariga, Lagos State, faces significant healthcare challenges, including access to eye care and treatment for chronic diseases. Addressing these issues, the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) Ltd has expanded its Vision First Programme has brought the much-needed medical...
By Joke Kujenya THE NIGERIAN National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) has refuted recent statements by Mr. Paul Ibe, Media Adviser to former Vice President Alhaji Atiku Abubakar. The company notes that the statements have prompted its response. The press release, issued on August 22, 2024, accuses NNPC of being influenced by corporate cabals and ...
By Favour Johnson, NewsMedia Intern REGULATORY CONCERNS intensifies as the Nigerian Data Protection Commission (NDPC) imposes a significant penalty in an ongoing data breach dispute. The matter involves a major financial institution, Fidelity Bank, which has been accused of failing to comply with data protection laws. The issue surfaced on Apr...
By Jemimah Wellington, JKNewsMedia Reporter AMID ECONOMIC turbulence and heightened customer concerns following the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN)’s January intervention, the financial sector has witnessed significant shifts. Despite these challenges, Union Bank has reported a profit before tax of ₦79.8 billion for the first half of 2024,...
By Precious Johnson, JKNewsMedia Intern GLOBAL THOUGHT leaders in coaching will convene on 10 and 11 October 2024 to discuss the latest trends in coaching and leadership at a virtual event. The International Coaching Expo (ICE) will focus on “Empowering Change Agents: Coaching for Sustainable Impact,” exploring ways to enhance coaching practic...
By Joke Kujenya THE NIGERIAN National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) has addressed claims circulating in the media regarding a supposed debt of $6.8 billion owed to international oil traders. The company categorically denies this allegation, stating that it does not owe such an amount to any international traders. NNPC Ltd. clarified th...
