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Meta, the parent company of WhatsApp, has revealed plans to introduce a verification system for businesses on the popular messaging platform. During a media briefing, Meta’s VP of business messaging, Nikila Srinivasan, shared details of the forthcoming feature. This verification system will enable businesses on WhatsApp to undergo a verification process by Meta, indicating to…
In his first address to the United Nations General Assembly, Nigerian President emphasizes the importance of global partnership in addressing Africa’s challenges, including economic development, democracy, security, climate change, and resource protection. Mr. President, Heads of State and Government, Secretary-General, Distinguished Delegates, Ladies and Gentlemen, Nigerian President 1. On behalf of the people of Nigeria,…
Dangote Refinery, a game-changing project in Nigeria’s energy sector, is poised to achieve significant production milestones, according to Devakumar Edwin, the group’s executive director. In an interview with S&P Global Commodity Insights, Edwin revealed that the refinery is scheduled to commence petrol production by November 30, 2023, with diesel and jet fuel operations set to…
President Bola Tinubu has given his approval for Dr. Olayemi Michael Cardoso to assume the role of Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) for an initial five-year term, pending confirmation by the Nigerian Senate.
Nigeria’s inflation rate climbed to 25.80% in August 2023, marking a significant increase from the previous month’s figure of 24.08%. This surge is revealed in the Consumer Price Index report for August 2023, released by the National Bureau of Statistics. The report attributes this substantial rise to the removal of petrol subsidies and the devaluation…
In a significant development for Nigerian importers, Adewale Adeniyi, the acting Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service, announced on Tuesday that they would soon have the option to clear their goods from the ports in Cotonou, Benin Republic. This announcement came after a productive two-day working visit by high-ranking officials, including the director-general, from the…
The Indonesian ambassador to Nigeria, Dr. Usra Harahap, has expressed a keen interest in strengthening relations with the government of Enugu State, Nigeria. He led a delegation from the Republic of Indonesia on a business and working visit to Governor Peter Mbah at the Government House in Enugu. During the visit, the ambassador discussed areas…
Issued by: Chief Ajuri Ngelale Special Adviser to the President (Media & Publicity) Office of the President September 11, 2023 In a significant diplomatic achievement, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of Nigeria and President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have finalized a historic agreement that results in the immediate lifting…
In an address at the 18th G20 Leaders’ Summit in New Delhi, India, President Bola Tinubu expressed Nigeria‘s commitment to becoming a significant player within the G20 group. He emphasized Nigeria’s readiness to contribute to shaping a more equitable world and urged global unity and cooperation in addressing pressing challenges, fostering inclusivity, and establishing a…
In a historic development, the African Union (AU) has been admitted as a permanent member of the G20, marking a significant transformation of the group. The decision to include the AU as a permanent member was announced during the G20 summit held in New Delhi, India . This development comes after 24 years since the…