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Air Peace has commenced flight operations on the Lagos–Conakry–Bamako route, as part of its regional expansion strategy and strengthening air connectivity across West Africa. The inaugural flight departed the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, on Saturday, August 1, 2026, linking Nigeria’s commercial capital with Conakry, Guinea, and Bamako, Mali. The airline said the new service … Continue reading “Air Peace expands West Coast with Lagos–Conakry–Bamako flights”
By Faruk Shuaibu The Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) has emphasized the need for journalists to ensure accurate information is published to Nigerians while covering the energy sector. Speaking during a training workshop, the Executive Secretary of PTDF, Prof. Shuaibu Shehu Aliyu, said publishing more accurate, balanced, and insightful reporting helps to strengthen understanding of … Continue reading “PTDF seeks accurate reportage of energy sector”
Standard Chartered has reported a record financial performance for the first half of 2026, driven by strong growth in its Wealth Solutions and Global Banking businesses, while raising its income outlook for the full year. The international banking group recorded operating income of $11.6 billion, its highest ever for the first half, while profit … Continue reading “Standard Chartered posts $4.8bn half year profit”
The Nigerian stock market began August on a positive note, with investors recording a combined gain of N288.44 billion as renewed buying interest in medium and large-cap stocks lifted the market. At the close of trading on Monday, the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) All-Share Index (ASI) advanced by 446.85 points, or 0.18 per cent, to settle … Continue reading “NGX opens August with N288bn gain”
Chairman of First HoldCo Plc, Femi Otedola, has revealed plans to increase his shareholding in the financial services group to more than 51%, saying majority ownership is essential to executing the reforms needed to transform the institution into a world-class banking franchise. In an interview with Nairametrics, Otedola disclosed that he has invested more than … Continue reading “Otedola eyes 51% stake in First HoldCo, invests N600bn”
Mrs Chioma Nweze, Senior Special Assistant to President Bola Tinubu on Community Engagement (South-East), has urged residents to support the President in 2027. Nweze made the call on Sunday after inspecting ongoing federal road projects alongside the Minister of Works, Sen. David Umahi. She said extensive road construction and rehabilitation projects had transformed the region … Continue reading “Aide seeks Tinubu support in South-East”
Former Registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, has blamed parents for driving examination malpractice in Nigeria, saying they play a greater role in encouraging the practice than the candidates themselves. Speaking during an interview on ThisDay Live on Sunday, Oloyede described parents’ involvement in examination fraud as the most … Continue reading “Parents are behind exam malpractice, not students — Oloyede”
Team Nigeria wrapped up its campaign at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow with an impressive seventh-place finish on the final medals table, collecting 24 medals across athletics, weightlifting, para-sports and judo. The Nigerian contingent secured 10 gold, seven silver and seven bronze medals, making it the highest-ranked African nation at the Games ahead of … Continue reading “Commonwealth Games: Nigeria finishes 7th with 24 medals, emerges Africa’s best”
By Gabriel Ewepu ABUJA — The Special Adviser on Media and Strategy to the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake, Kehinde Bamigbetan, has dismissed claims that the minister is handing over Nigeria’s mineral resources to Chinese interests. Bamigbetan, in a statement issued at the weekend, described the allegations as false and misleading, saying … Continue reading “Alake’s aide denies claims of handing Nigeria’s minerals to Chinese”
Irish boxer Lee Reeves was taken to hospital after suffering a knockout defeat to compatriot Gary Cully during their lightweight contest in Dublin on Saturday night. The 31-year-old was knocked down twice in the 10th round of the bout, which featured on the undercard of the Pierce O’Leary versus Mark Chamberlain event at the 3Arena. … Continue reading “Irish boxer Lee Reeves rushed to hospital after brutal knockout”