Archives for February, 2020 - Page 2
Coronavirus: Outbreak spreads in Europe from Italy
Several European countries have announced their first coronavirus cases, with all appearing to be linked to the growing outbreak in Italy. Austria, Croatia and Switzerland said the cases involved people…
Anambra State Government Partners BudgIT To Promote Fiscal Transparency
Obiano By Ngozi Onyeakusi-- The Anambra State government on Tuesday 25th February signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with BudgIT on Open Budget System that aims to promote fiscal transparency…
Panic, as another tanker explodes on Lagos/Ibadan Expressway
There is panic on Lagos/Ibadan Expressway as another tanker has exploded on the Long Bridge. Many road users are said to be stranded as a result of the explosion. The…
Catholics mark Ash Wednesday In Black
Today is Ash Wednesday. On this day, Christians all over the world begin a spiritual journey of repentance marked by prayer, penance, alms giving and other forms of charitable works.…
CBN Clarifies Operation of Domiciliary Accounts
By Ngozi Onyeakusi-- The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has formally clarified issues surrounding the operations of domiciliary accounts in Nigeria. Making the clarification in a chat with newsmen in…
Herdsmen killings: Delta community bans consumption of beef
In a bid to discourage the business of cattle rearing and stifle the activities of armed Fulani herdsmen in their area, the people of Uwheru kingdom in Ughelli North local…
NDIC liquidates 425 banks, others
By Ngozi Onyeakusi -- The Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation, NDIC, has disclosed that it has as at December 2019, it had liquidated 425 financial institutions. The Liquidation took place between…
We are Working to Resolve Dantata Subscribers Issues- SEC
Uduk By Ngozi Onyeakusi-- The Securities and Exchange Commission, SEC has assured subscribers of defunct Dantata Success and Profitable Company that it is discussing with all parties with a view…
STI Clocks 25: Ajayi Reiterates The Role Of Technology As Pathway For Insurance Growth.
The pioneer Managing Director and the Chairman of Sovereign Trust Insurance Plc, Oluseun O. Ajayi has reiterated the role of technology as the pathway for growth in the insurance industry.…
NAICOM Calls For Urgent Amendment Of Obsolete Insurance Laws
Thomas By Ngozi Onyeakusi--In an effort geared toward ensuring that insurance business in Nigeria align with the international best practice, the National Insurance Commission (NAICOM), has once again called for…