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TAJBank Pays Third Dividend in Five Years as Total Assets Surge by 84%

Abuja: TAJBank Limited, a non-interest financial institution, has marked a milestone in the national banking sector with the announcement of a 20 kobo per share dividend distributed to its shareholders for the 2024 financial year. This achievement underscores the bank’s steady growth trajectory since its inception. According to News Agency of Nigeria, Hamid Joda, the […]

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NBC Moves to Build Border Community Resilience for Economic Development

Abuja: The National Boundary Commission (NBC) says it is building border community resilience for economic development through cross border cooperation. The Director-General of the commission, Mr. Adamu Adaji, stated this at the commemoration of the 2025 African Border Day in Abuja. According to News Agency of Nigeria, Adaji emphasized the strategic importance of Nigeria’s relationships […]

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Federal Government Maintains Pause on FRCN Levy Enforcement Amid Legislative Review

Abuja: The Federal Government has announced that the 60-day administrative pause on the N25 million levy imposed by the Financial Reporting Council of Nigeria (FRCN) will remain in effect. This decision is intended to allow for a comprehensive legislative review of the annual dues cap, which has been the subject of significant criticism. According to […]

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Nigeria and Saint Lucia Commit to Establishing Formal Diplomatic Relations

Castries: President Bola Tinubu and Prime Minister Philip Pierre have pledged to formalize diplomatic relations between Nigeria and Saint Lucia, marking a significant step in strengthening ties between the two nations. This commitment was made during President Tinubu’s visit to Castries, where he met with Prime Minister Pierre at the latter’s official residence on the […]

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NHIA Sanctions 96 Health Providers and HMOs in 2024 for Operational Violations

Abuja: The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) has taken significant disciplinary action against 49 healthcare facilities and 47 Health Maintenance Organisations in 2024 for breaching operational guidelines. This move is part of an effort to uphold service standards and protect enrollees under Nigeria’s health insurance schemes. According to News Agency of Nigeria, Mr Emmanuel Ononokpono, […]