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Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, on Wednesday said the Electricity Bill currently before the House is the confirmation of the state government’s zeal to ensure regular and uninterrupted power supply to residents. This was as the House held a stakeholders’ meeting on the bill which if passed into law, will allow the state government to licence, generate, transmit, and distribute electricity to unserved and underserved areas of the state. The proposed law, according to the Speaker, who was represented by Deputy Speaker Mojisola Lasbat Meranda, “seeks to take care of everything in the…

Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, on Wednesday said the Electricity Bill currently before the House is the confirmation of the state government’s zeal to ensure regular and uninterrupted power supply to residents. This was as the House held a stakeholders’ meeting on the bill which if passed into law, will allow the state government to licence, generate, transmit, and distribute electricity to unserved and underserved areas of the state. The proposed law, according to the Speaker, who was represented by Deputy Speaker Mojisola Lasbat Meranda, “seeks to take care of everything in the…

Zacch Adedeji, the chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), has been honoured with the award for fiscal reforms and innovation at the Nigeria Excellence Awards in Public Service (NEAPS). NEAPS is an annual event that recognises excellence in leadership, service, or humanitarianism. Adedeji was recognised for his impact on fiscal reforms and innovation within the FIRS. The organisers of the award said the FIRS boss is the brain behind the emergency economic intervention bill (EEIB) recently presented to the national assembly. The bill aims to fix urgent tax issues, make it easier to collect revenue and help stabilise…

He is a man of two notable parts. A computer engineer and an accidental actor. Ojo Emmanuel Ayodele never had the ambition to act. He has however, assumed a prominent status in the movie industry , where he has become a household name through the same trade. In this brief interview session, the actor explained,among others, his accidental voyage into the make believe world. Enjoy the reading. Q: Can you give a glimpse into what your growing up was like A: I grew up in Surulere in Ijeshatedo with a very strong Christian background (CAC Family) I went to primary…

Bigi, the beloved beverage brand known for its exciting twists on Nigerian Idol, hosted a truly special evening for the show’s top 4 contestants. Held at the Safron Hotel in Ikeja GRA, the Bigi Candlelight Dinner celebrated the contestants’ achievements and brought a delightful surprise! This season, Bigi took a heartfelt approach by inviting the contestants’ parents and loved ones to share in the celebration, creating an intimate and memorable evening. Adding to the excitement, past contestants from the last two seasons made surprise appearances, elevating the event to new heights. Special guests included Progress Chukwuyem, the winner of Season…

The House of Representatives Joint Committee on the arbitrary increase in the price of cement has threatened to arrest the management of Dangote Cement if it fails to appear at its next hearing. This followed the absence of officials of the cement company during a hearing to address the problem of cement increase in the country on Tuesday. The special panel while advocating for the downward review of cement prices, expressed worry over the increase in cement prices and the untold hardships it has brought upon many Nigerians. It directed the Cement Manufacturers Association of Nigeria and the Central Bank…

L-R: Mr Hassan Imam, Managing Director/CEO, Keystone Bank Limited and Mr. Adedotun Olaoluwa, President, Dotmount Communications, at the Africa Industrial and Development Conference and Awards 2024 ceremony, held at Transcorp Hilton, Abuja, where Keystone Bank Limited received the award of the ‘Retail Bank of the Year 2024 over the weekend. Keystone Bank Limited, has emerged as the ‘Retail Bank of the Year’ at the just concluded Africa Industrial and Development Conference and Awards 2024. The bank was presented with the prestigious award during the Nigeria Middle East Investors Expo and Awards ceremony held at Transcorp Hilton, Abuja, over the weekend.…

The Secretary, Harmony FM Chapel of Kwara State Council of Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Mrs Misstura Tolani, has threatened to file a law suit against Abdulhakeem Garuba, the Chairman of Correspondents’ Chapel of NUJ and others for impersonating her during an illegal emergency congress of the council held in Ilorin on Friday. The purported emergency congress held ahead of the forthcoming State Triennial Delegates’ Conference also known as election scheduled for July 13th, 2024 notwithstanding that the state Credential Screening Committee has been rolling out activities preparatory to the election. It was learnt that Abdulhakeem Garuba and others had…

Spain and France will test strength against each other in the semi finals of the Euro 2024 tournament, while the Netherlands will challenge England. These matches are set to be broadcast on GOtv. Mikel Merino’s 120th minute header earned Spain 2-1 victory over host nation, Germany, as La Roja extended their unbeaten run against the Germans in major tournaments to five matches. However, for their clash with France, Luis De La Fuente’s men will be without the injured Pedri and veteran defender, Dani Carvajal, who picked up a suspension. France, on the other hand, have managed to advance to the…

……Revolutionize Rice Industry In Nigeria By Akinwale Kasali In line with the commitment, dedication, and determination of the Amb.Dr. John Adekorede Aderibigbe led National Agricultural Commodities Projects, NACP, in boosting Food Production In Nigeria, it has partnered with Golden Rice Asia on a Comprehensive Collaboration that will revolutionize the Rice Industry. Golden Rice Asia is the leading rice exporter in the world with an annual production capacity of 2.6 million M/T both in jasmine and parboiled rice and has agreed to go in partnership with NACP. This partnership is coming at a timethe Federal Government of Nigeria has suspended duties,…