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L-R, Coordinating Director, People Services Group, Anthony Okonkwo; Coordinating Director, Services Support Group, M.L Abubakar; Coordinating Director, Compliance and Enforcement Group, Matthew Gbonjubola; Coordinating Director, Medium Taxpayers’ Group, Dick Irri; Chief of Staff, Tayo Koleosho; chairman, Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), Zacch Adedeji; Coordinating Director, Corporate Services Group, Mrs Bolaji Akintola; Coordinating Director, Special Duties, Tamadi Shettima; Coordinating Director, Large Tax Group, Ms Aminat Ado during the unveiling of the agency’s USSD code *829# at the FIRS headquarters in Abuja, on Wednesday.In a bid to enhance ease of doing business, the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), on Wednesday, launched an…

Polaris Bank, Nigeria’s leading digital retail commercial Bank, has announced the sponsorship of free breast cancer screening for 250 Nigerian women, in commemoration of 2024 October Breast Cancer Awareness Month. This initiative underscores Polaris Bank’s unwavering commitment to women’s health and is part of the Bank’s long-standing efforts and intervention to support breast cancer awareness behavioral change, advocacy and prevention in Nigeria. For over a decade, working with its NGO Partner, Care Organisation Public Enlightenment (C.O.P.E), Polaris Bank has been a leader in breast cancer advocacy, behavioral change communication, funding support and the screening of more than 20,000 women across…

The Ogun State Government has commenced reconstruction and renovation works on the MKO Abiola International Stadium and the Alake Sports Centre, Ijeja, Abeokuta, ahead of the National Sports Festival (NSF), tagged “2024 Gateway Games.”Speaking after inspecting the two facilities, the Commissioner for Sports Development, Hon. Wasiu Isiaka assured that the renovation works would be completed within the stipulated time and would be tested before the games.The scraping of the pitch at the main bowl of the stadium, the removal of the tartan tracks, as well as the roofs at the indoor hall of the Alake Sports Centre, Ijeja, are ongoing…

As part of initiatives towards increasing efficiency in revenue collection in Anambra State, leading financial institution, Fidelity Bank Plc, has donated 10 units of tax booths to the Anambra State Internal Revenue Service (AIRS).Commenting on the donation, the Regional Bank Head, Awka, Fidelity Bank Plc, Dr. Nosa Orumwense, explained that the donation is borne out of the bank’s devotion to creating solutions for its customers.“For nearly four decades, Fidelity Bank has been dedicated to meeting the banking needs of Nigerians with customized solutions. Whether through thoughtfully designed products or exceptional services, we have established ourselves as the preferred bank for…

The threat of cyberattacks in Africa is becoming increasingly challenging, with organisations facing an average of 2,960 attacks weekly. As reported by Checkpoint Research, this rise marks a 37% increase from the previous year, making Africa the region with the highest weekly average of cyberattacks globally, far surpassing the worldwide average of 1,636. With the rise in cyberattacks, the need for cybersecurity measures is more important than ever for all types of businesses, whether government, for-profit, or non-profit organisations. Understanding Cyber Vulnerabilities. Many organizations face limitations due to outdated systems and a lack of resources for cybersecurity. There is also…

Nestlé Nigeria is pleased to announce the call for entries for the 2024 Media Awards, an annual event to recognize and reward journalistic professionalism and excellence across Nigeria. Now in its fourth edition, the awards continue to honor media professionals whose exceptional storytelling brings critical attention to key issues in the food and beverage industry, while championing impactful and necessary conversations that resonate with the Nigerian public.Commenting on the impact of the awards, Victoria Uwadoka, Head of Corporate Communications, Public Affairs and Sustainability at Nestlé Nigeria said, “The Nestlé Media Awards are not merely a celebration of journalistic excellence, but a…

The 9th edition of Big Brother Naija, No Loose Guard, has ended. Luckily, fans of reality TV shows won’t be left idle or without premium entertainment. Here are some really good but hidden shows on GOtv this October.The Real Housewives of Potomac: This show takes viewers into the lives of several affluent women living in Potomac, Maryland, as they try to balance their busy schedules with their high-profile social lives. The cast includes Nigerian American political commentator and assistant professor, Wendy Onyinye Osefo; American television personality, singer, and actress, Candiace Dillard Bassett; American television personality and singer, Ashley Darby; and…

Mr. Olaniyi Aderuku, Brand Manager, Fearless Energy Drink (Middle), flanked by Mrs. Ruth Mark, Assistant Brand Manager, Rite Sausages (Left), and Mr. Innocent Adulugba, Corporate Communications Manager (Right), all of Rite Foods Limited, during the Marketing Edge Awards, where Fearless Energy Drink Brand of Rite Foods Limited won the “Outstanding Energy Drink of the Year 2024” Award on Saturday, 28th September 2024, at Sheraton Balmoral, in Ikeja, Lagos. …Blazes the Trail in its Market SegmentFearless Energy Drink, Nigeria’s leading energy drink brand from the stable of Rite Foods Limited, has clinched the coveted “Outstanding Energy Drink of the Year 2024″…

The Managing Director/CEO of the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, has called for a radical shift towards a circular economy and clean energy, to address the pressing environmental and resource challenges facing the West African region.He made this call on Tuesday, at the 2024 West African Clean Energy and Environment Trade Fair and Conference, held at Balmoral Convention Center, Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos.Speaking on the theme, “Sustainability Showcase; Stimulating Green Economy Investments, Gbadegesin emphasised the importance of embracing circular economy and clean energy, to shape a sustainable future for West Africa, stressing that the two…

…as Abiodun praises Tinubu for prompt intervention Motorists plying the busy Lagos-Sagamu-Ijebu-Ode road would soon heave a sigh of relief as palliative work will begin on the failed portions of the road next week Monday.The palliative work on the road is expected to be completed in the second week of December this year as Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun commended Presodent Bola Tinubu for swift response.Speaking after inspecting the failed portion of the road in Sagamu, Minister of Works, Mr. Dave Dr. Umahi lamented the deplorable condition of the road, which has caused untold hardship to motorists. He stated that…