OceanSpring Group is emerging as the leading investor in Africa’s Universal Service Provision and access through its online retail networks. The prospect for a billion people over the next five years is quite exciting. In Nigeria where government has failed in the provision of security and healthcare services, it is estimated a quarter of the […]
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Boeing wants 737 Max back flying
On September 12, Boeing started putting out 30-second videos in which employees tout its planes’ safety, hoping to reassure travelers about the 737 MAX that was grounded after two fatal crashes. “Safety is at the core of our business. We have put hundreds of engineers to work to ensure that this airplane is 100 percent […]
Governor Ayade calls on the world to stop wars
Gov. Ben Ayade of Cross River has called on nations of the world to put an end to wars and crises all over the globe and embrace peace. Ayade, who was represented by his deputy, Prof. Ivara Esu, made the call on Sunday in Calabar during the flag off of the first dry-run of the […]
Why IMF supports Nigeria’s land border closure
The Minister of Finance, Mrs. Zainab Ahmed, says the International Monetary Fund (IMF) “supports’’ Nigeria’s closure of its land borders because it understands the action is not punitive. Addressing newsmen in Washington on Sunday, Ahmed explained that the measure was intended to restore Nigeria’s relationship with its neighbours based on commitments made. She said that […]
NSE moves 310.56m shares worth N4.99bn
The Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) on Friday moved 310.56 million shares worth N4.99 billion in 2,825 deals. This was against 147.09 million shares valued at N2.89 billion traded in 2,347 deals on Thursday. Guaranty Trust Bank dominated trading activities with 75.22 million shares worth N1.98 billion. It was trailed by Flour Mills with an account […]
Talks on investing in new technologies to save lives
Gauteng MEC for Public Transport and Roads Infrastructure, Jacob Mamabolo, has emphasized the importance of government investing in new technologies and innovative solutions that will save lives on the roads and place the province on a positive growth trajectory. “As the core of the national road network leading to neighbouring countries, international airports and harbours, […]