Lagos: Africa stands at a critical juncture in the global energy landscape, rich in hydrocarbon reserves but burdened by energy poverty, foreign dependency, and the pressures of a shifting global energy paradigm. At the forefront of Africa’s strategy to address these issues is the Petroleum Technology Association of Nigeria (PETAN), a consortium of indigenous oilfield […]
Month: May 2025
Ceasefire Anticipation: Zelensky Awaits Putin in Trkiye for Peace Talks
Ankara: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has announced his expectation for Russia to implement a ceasefire, stating that he will personally wait for Russian President Vladimir Putin in Trkiye on May 15. Zelenskyy made this announcement via Telegram, as reported by a Turkish news agency quoting Ukrinform. According to News Agency of Nigeria, Ukraine, along with […]
Coronation Group Commits to Africa’s Growth with 2025 Africa CEO Forum Sponsorship
Abidjan: Coronation Group has reaffirmed its dedication to Africa’s transformation by committing to initiatives that support sustainable development and long-term prosperity across the continent. Mr. Wole Onasanya, Group Chief Executive Officer, announced that Coronation will return as a Gold Sponsor of the 2025 Africa CEO Forum. According to News Agency of Nigeria, the sponsorship aligns […]
Senator Calls for Enhanced Collaboration in Nigeria’s Pension Sector
Lagos: The Chairman of the Senate Committee on Establishment and Public Service, Sen. Oluwole Fasuyi, has called on pension operators to enhance collaboration to improve contributor welfare. Fasuyi made this appeal during the inaugural leadership retreat for the pension industry, organized by the Pension Fund Operators Association of Nigeria (PenOp) in Lagos. The retreat, which […]
Oyo Muslim Group Disburses N6.5 Million Zakat to Underprivileged
Ibadan: Some Muslim professionals and businessmen in Oyo State, operating under the auspices of The Companion, have disbursed N6.5 million as Zakat to underprivileged Muslims in Ibadan. Zakat, one of the five pillars of Islam, mandates wealthy Muslims to allocate a portion of their wealth annually to aid the poor. According to News Agency of […]