World Bank appoints new country director for Nigeria
The World Bank yesterday appointed Dr. Ndiamé Diop as new Country Director for Nigeria. The bank in a statement said: “The newly appointed Country Director for Nigeria, Dr. Ndiamé Diop, assumed…
Zenith Bank wins ‘Best Commercial Bank in Nigeria’ and ‘Best Corporate Governance’ awards
Zenith Bank Plc has emerged as the Best Commercial Bank, Nigeria in the World Finance Banking Awards 2024, retaining the award for a fourth consecutive year. The bank was also named…
GTCO set to float N400bn public offer, targets acquisition
Guaranty Trust Holding Company, GTCO Plc, has concluded arrangement to raise N400 billion fresh capital in pursuit of the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, recapitalization policy. The Group Chief Executive Officer…
UN ‘appalled’ by Israel evacuation orders as Gaza battles rage on
The United Nations protested on Tuesday over the latest mass evacuation orders issued by Israel in Gaza as the army said it had killed dozens of militants in “close-quarters combat” in…
FG opts for duty-free imports of rice, wheat, beans, others
ABUJA—The Federal Government is planning to suspend duties, tariffs, and taxes on some essential food items imported through land and sea borders. Starmich blog gathered yesterday that the decision was…
Barbie star’ Margot Robbie expecting first baby with husband Tom Ackerley
Popular actress, Margot Robbie, renowned for her role in “Barbie,” is reportedly pregnant with her first child. The Oscar-nominated actress has been married to British film producer Tom Ackerley since 2016. According…
Why CBN insists on another recapitalisation — Cardoso
LAGOS — The Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, insisted weekend that further capitalisation of banks in the country was for the common good of the nation. CBN governor, Dr Olayemi…
Fuel scarcity: Commercial bus operators hike fares in Lagos
as commuters lament By Olasunkanmi Akoni Commercial bus operators on Monday, hiked their fares on various routes in Lagos State due to fresh scarcity of Premium Motor Spirit, popularly called…
Man bites snake to death
If you, a man, were bitten by a snake as you slept, what would your first reaction be? To scream? Dive out of bed? Run? Santosh Lohar had a different…
Breaking: Thiago Alcantara announces retirement from football
Former Liverpool FC midfielder Thiago Alcantara has announced his retirement from professional football. The decision marks the end of a distinguished career filled with numerous accolades and memorable moments. Thiago’s journey in…
