March, 2025

• 25 March

  FirstBank Unveils Revolutionary Digital Banking Hub

  

  FirstBank has reaffirmed its leadership in digital banking with the expansion of its Digital Xperience Centre, a state-of-the-art facility designed to deliver cutting-edge financial services. Speaking at the launch, Managing Director/CEO Olusegun Alebiosu emphasized the bank’s commitment to global banking standards. “The Digital Xperience Centre is equipped with state-of-the-art features designed to provide a seamless and interactive banking experience,” Alebiosu …

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• 25 March

  Samsung Electronics Co-CEO Han Jong-Hee Dies At 63

  

  Samsung Electronics co-CEO Han Jong-Hee passed away on Tuesday from cardiac arrest, according to a spokesperson for the South Korean tech giant. He was 63. Han, who was born in 1962, had been leading Samsung’s consumer electronics and mobile devices businesses since 2022. That same year, he was appointed vice chairman and CEO. His co-CEO, Jun Young-Hyun, who was recently …

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• 25 March

  FG Partners JBJ Brazil For 100,000-Hectare Cattle Ranch In Niger State

  

  The Federal Government has announced a strategic partnership with Brazilian livestock company JBJ Brazil to establish a massive 100,000-hectare cattle ranch in Niger State. The initiative aims to accommodate 100,000 bulls and significantly enhance livestock production in Nigeria. Minister of Livestock Development, Malam Idi Mukhtar, disclosed the plan during his visit to Governor Umaru Bago in Minna on Monday, as …

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• 25 March

  Governor Aiyedatiwa Reaffirms Support For Agribusiness, Plants Palm Tree At SAO Agro Estate

  

  SAO Agro, a key investor leading the Ondo Special Agro Processing Zone, recently welcomed Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa to its 10,120-hectare commercial oil palm estate in Ore, Ondo State. The visit highlighted the state government’s commitment to supporting large-scale agribusinesses like SAO Agro and JB Farms, which employ thousands and drive food security and rural development. As a symbolic show …

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• 25 March

  NSCDC Uncovers Illegal Crude Oil Reservoir In Ondo Forest

  

  The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Ondo State Command, has uncovered an illegal crude oil reservoir hidden in a forest in Obe-Akingboye, Ilaje Local Government Area. According to a statement by the command’s spokesperson, DSC Daniel Aidamenbor, the discovery was made during a joint operation on Sunday at about 2:12 p.m. However, no arrests were made as the …

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• 25 March

  FG Assures NYSC Members of N77,000 Allowance Payment, Dismisses Disciplinary Action Claims

  

  The Federal Government has reassured members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) that the backlog of their newly approved N77,000 monthly allowance will be paid, despite months of delay. Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, made this assurance during an interview, emphasize that the government’s commitment to fulfilling its promise. “The backlog will be paid. It may not be …

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• 25 March

  Rivers HoS Resigns As Ibas Appoints New SSG

  

  The Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Vice-Admiral (rtd) Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas, has announced the resignation of the Head of Service, Dr. George Nwaeke, describing the development as unfortunate. Ibas commended Nwaeke for his contributions during his tenure and wished him success in his future endeavors. Dr. Iyingi Brown, Permanent Secretary (Welfare) in the Office of the Head of Service, has …

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• 25 March

  FG Moves To Clear N4.7tn Debt To Power Firms, Averts Blackout

  

  The Federal Government has assured power generation companies (Gencos) that steps are being taken to offset the N4.7 trillion debt owed to them to prevent a nationwide blackout. Concerns have been raised over the liquidity crisis in the sector, with some Gencos struggling to sustain operations due to unpaid invoices. Gas-fired power plants are particularly affected, as they face difficulties …

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• 25 March

  Obasanjo, Obi, Kukah, Others Decry State of Democracy In Nigeria

  

  Former President Olusegun Obasanjo, Peter Obi, Bishop Matthew Kukah, and former Sokoto State Governor Aminu Tambuwal have expressed concerns that democracy is not working in Nigeria, calling for urgent reforms. Speaking at the 60th birthday celebration of former Deputy Speaker Emeka Ihedioha in Abuja, Obasanjo criticized the Western model of democracy, stating that it does not align with Africa’s values. …

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• 25 March

  MTN Nigeria Opens Applications for Fourth Media Innovation Programme

  

  MTN Nigeria has announced the commencement of applications for the fourth edition of its Media Innovation Programme (MIP), a six-month fellowship aimed at enhancing the skills of media professionals in the evolving media and technology landscape. In partnership with the School of Media and Communication at Pan-Atlantic University, the programme will begin on May 19, 2025, and includes a study …

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