Nigerian gets top United Nations appointment
The UN Secretary-General has appointed Damilola Ogunbiyi as his special representative for Sustainable Energy for All and Co-Chair of United Nations-Energy.
UPDATE: NNPC is set to work with Russia’s Lukoil
The NNPC has signed MoU with Russia’s Lukoil, which happens to be one of Russia’s largest energy companies.
In Sochi, Vladimir Putin has proposed a “unique” economic assistance to Africa
Some 50 African Presidents (including Nigeria’s Muhammadu Buhari) are in Russia to meet with Putin in what is being called the Russia-Africa Summit.
CBN clears air on Diaspora Remittances, official inflows $2.6bn not $26bn
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has disclosed that the official inflows of the remittances of Nigerians living abroad to the country was $2.6 billion and not $26 billion
UN Staff risk unpaid salaries as Nigeria, others fail to pay dues
Staffs of the United Nations (UN) might not get paid next month due to the failure of member states to pay their outstanding contributions.
World Bank tasks developing nations to tap opportunities in GVCs
The World Bank has tasked developing nations to explore the potentials buried in Global Value Chains (GVC) and be self-reliant.
IMF boss expresses fear over global economy
The MD of IMF, Kristalina Georgieva has issued a warning that the global economy would witness a synchronized slowdown in growth.
HSBC to sack 10,000 more staff globally
HSBC Bank Plc has decided to kick an extra 10,000 staff members out of their jobs.
Poor African demand pulls Indian rice price
The prices of Indian rice have dropped due to the poor demand for the commodity from Africa.
Behold! World largest airport terminal
Chinese president, Xi Jinping, has commissioned another international airport in Beijing with a terminal billed as the world’s biggest.
IMF boss discloses immediate priority
International Monetary Fund (IMF) has disclosed that its immediate priority is to help countries to minimise their risk of economic crises.
Nigeria to get €150 million from EU
In order to help Nigeria combat her climate challenges, the EU has promised to support the country with not less than €150 million.
Application for Canadian Permanent Residency hits 63,400
The Canadian Government invited 3,600 Express Entry candidates to apply for Canadian permanent residence.
China promises to help Nigeria achieve Economic Growth plan
China has drummed support for Nigeria and promised to help the country actualise its Economic Recovery and Growth Plan (ERGP).
Why Warren Buffet’s $4.6m lunch with Bitcoin entrepreneur is experiencing delay
Year in, Year out, Warren Buffet auctions off a three-hour lunch date tagged The Power Meal.
IMF replaces Lagarde, gets new Managing Director
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has selected a new managing director following the stepping down of Christine Lagarde.
World Bank, IFC to assist in solving Nigeria’s infrastructure deficit
The World Bank has reiterated its promise to support Nigeria in bridging infrastructure gap alongside the IFC.
Why Nigeria should start taxing vacant houses – UN
The United Nations (UN) has advised the Nigerian Government to start taxing vacant houses in the country.
This CEO is fighting to work for a company that doesn’t want him
When Old Mutual Limited (the parent company of Old Mutual Nigeria) sacked Peter Moyo as its CEO in June 2019, many people thought the matter would die down quickly.
Focus on lifting people out of poverty – World Bank tells FG
Focus on lifting people out of poverty - World Bank tells FG
Why Volkswagen will have to recall about 227,000 cars
Automotive manufacturing company, the Volkswagen Group will have to recall about 227,000 VW and Porsche cars.
Bob Iger resigns as competition stiffens between Apple and Disney
The CEO of Walt Disney Co, Bob Iger has resigned from Apple Inc’s Board of Directors as competition stiffens betwen the companies.
French Government addresses the danger of Facebook’s Cryptocurrency
Since Facebook’s cryptocurrency, Libra was announced about three months ago, it has faced a lot of distrust from several governments, bankers, politicians and regulators.
More worries for Boeing as US lawmakers question workers over fatal crashes
More worries for Boeing as US lawmakers question workers over fatal crashes
Just like Facebook, Google is under investigation
Similar to what Facebook is again under probe for, emerging reports have it that Google is currently under antitrust investigations by the United States Government.
Nigerian pharmacist beats 4,500 contestants across the world to win BNP Paribas’ award
Adebayo Alonge, a Nigerian pharmacist, CEO and founder of RxAll has emerged the winner of 2019 Hello Tomorrow Global Challenge, organised by BNP Paribas.
Canada invites fresh 3,600 Express Entry Candidates to apply for permanent residence
The Canadian Government has again invited 3,600 Express Entry candidates to apply for Canadian Permanent Residence (PR) in a new draw held on 4th of September 2019. This is contained in...
Apple unveils a new credit card, Apple Card
Leading tech company, Apple Inc. has unveiled the Apple card, a credit card that can be used to cater for all transactions.
Tony Elumelu discloses the impact of Japanese funds on Africa
The Chairman of United Bank for Africa (UBA) and Heirs Holdings, Tony Elumelu has revealed the impact of Japanese funds on Nigeria and African countries
This billionaire wants to reduce the number of hours people work
Chinese billionaire and co-founder of Alibaba Group, Jack Ma, believes it's about time people begin to work fewer hours.