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Financial Services Innovators launch Nigerian Industry Innovation Sandbox

The Financial Services Innovators (FSI) – a community of fintech enthusiasts passionate about driving innovation in the financial services industry recently launched the Nigerian Industry Innovation Sandbox at the sidelines of EFInA’s Financial Inclusion Conference in Lagos. This effort which is supported by over N250 million naira in...

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December 10, 2019 franknews Comments Off on Workbarn consulting kick starts initiative to help 500 young Nigerians secure jobs by 2020

Workbarn consulting kick starts initiative to help 500 young Nigerians secure jobs by 2020

Workbarn Consulting, a human resources and management consulting firm, has kick started a CSR initiative which...

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December 3, 2019 franknews Comments Off on Interswitch boss mentors young entrepreneurs at CcHUB

Interswitch boss mentors young entrepreneurs at CcHUB

Group managing director / founder, Interswitch Group Mitchell Elegbe, has advised business owners to identify problems...

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November 25, 2019 franknews Comments Off on Stanbic IBTC promotes utilization of technology for social change in society

Stanbic IBTC promotes utilization of technology for social change in society

Stanbic IBTC Holdings PLC, a member of Standard Bank Group, has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting...

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Court sentences Lebanese to 6 months imprisonment for unlawful dealing in Cocaine

Justice Nicholas Oweibo of the Federal High Court, Lagos, today, convicted and sentenced a Lebanese drugs trafficker, Charbel Chalouhi, to six months imprisonment for unlawful dealing in 1.2 grams of cocaine. Justice Oweibo gave the jail terms after the Lebanese had struck a plea bargain agreement with the...

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AD Chieftain advises FG to handle Sowore’s matter with utmost caution

A chieftain of Alliance for Democracy (AD), Honourable...

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EFCC rearraigns ex-Lagos Speaker, Ikuforiji, P.A over alleged N388m fraud

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) today,...

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Abisogun Oniru Ruling family rejects nomination of Hakeem Ajasa, former Aregbesola’s ADC as new Oniru

The royal ruling family in Iruland, Victoria Island,...

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Stanbic IBTC Bank reaffirms support for growth of Nigerian entertainment

L-R: Babatunde Onikoyi, Marketing and Communications, Stanbic IBTC Bank; Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde, Convener, TEFFEST; Damian Umeasala,...

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December 17, 2018 franknews Comments Off on NCAA begins investigation into Air Peace’s Oxygen Mask incident

NCAA begins investigation into Air Peace’s Oxygen Mask incident

The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has commenced investigation into the Air Peace’s Oxygen Mask incident...

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December 9, 2018 franknews Comments Off on NAMA dismisses claims of obsolete equipment, begins calibration of Navigational Aids

NAMA dismisses claims of obsolete equipment, begins calibration of Navigational Aids

The Nigerian airspace Management agency (NAMA) has dismissed a publication with the title “Flight Disruption Looms...

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December 4, 2018 franknews Comments Off on Lagos set to rock with spectacular ‘One Lagos Fiesta’

Lagos set to rock with spectacular ‘One Lagos Fiesta’

Lagos is set to rock this December with its One Lagos Fiesta starting from 24th to...

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September 24, 2018 franknews Comments Off on AKWAABA 2018: SA Tourism excites guests as Senator Ita Giwa, Banky W, others visit stand

AKWAABA 2018: SA Tourism excites guests as Senator Ita Giwa, Banky W, others visit stand

South African Tourism once again demonstrated to guests, and dignitaries at the just concluded AKWAABA African...

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September 12, 2018 franknews Comments Off on Oghenekaro Itene lands HAPA Ambassador role

Oghenekaro Itene lands HAPA Ambassador role

Nigeria’s rising Hollywood actor, Oghenekaro Itene has landed another landmark in her journey to score a...

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IATA to improve efficiency of cargo handling audits

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has launched a new program to raise global standards in cargo handling operations. The Smart Facility Operational Capacity (SFOC) program aims to reduce audit complexity and duplication for cargo handling facilities. This new IATA initiative has two components: • Standardized Global Audit...

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BA explores possibility of using 3D printers to create aircraft parts in future

British Airways is exploring the possibility of using 3D printers to create aircraft parts in the...

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Arik Air resumes services to Asaba, increases frequency to Owerri

Arik Air has announced the resumption of flight services to Asaba Airport in Delta state. Starting...

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Air Peace dismisses false report linking airline to ceased aircraft in USA

Air Peace has dismissed a false report linking the airline to a ceased aircraft in Atlanta,...

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December 9, 2019 franknews Comments Off on Travelstart to power Jumia Travel across Africa

Travelstart to power Jumia Travel across Africa

Travelstart has entered into a distribution and commercial agreement with Jumia Travel to power the latter’s...

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December 3, 2019 franknews Comments Off on Nassarawa state to partner NATOP on cultural festival

Nassarawa state to partner NATOP on cultural festival

The Nassarawa state government is set to partner with the Nigeria Association of Tour Operators (NATOP)...

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November 25, 2019 franknews Comments Off on Finchglow travels wins best travel agency award

Finchglow travels wins best travel agency award

Finchglow Travels has been honored as the ‘Best Travel Agency’ of the year at the Balearica...

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November 25, 2019 franknews Comments Off on INAC 2019: Diplomatic community mark cultural diplomacy day for peace

INAC 2019: Diplomatic community mark cultural diplomacy day for peace

As the 12th edition of the International Arts and Craft Expo comes to a resounding end,...

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November 21, 2019 franknews Comments Off on INAC 2019 expo records highest turnout of exhibitors/participants

INAC 2019 expo records highest turnout of exhibitors/participants

Within 24 hours of the opening of the International Arts and Crafts (INAC) Expo at the...

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November 19, 2019 franknews Comments Off on Four Points by Sheraton Lagos assures guests of memorable festive season experience

Four Points by Sheraton Lagos assures guests of memorable festive season experience

The Management of Four Points by Sheraton Lagos Hotel, has assured its guests that the experience...

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December 11, 2019 franknews Comments Off on AD Chieftain advises FG to handle Sowore’s matter with utmost caution

AD Chieftain advises FG to handle Sowore’s matter with utmost caution

A chieftain of Alliance for Democracy (AD), Honourable Caulcrick Akinkunle, has advised the Nigeria government, to handle the matter of Omoyele Sowore, with utmost caution. Akinkunle, AD Chairman in Lagos Mainland Local Government Area, Lagos, gave the advice, in a chat with journalists on the continuous detention of...

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July 31, 2019 franknews Comments Off

Female council boss tasks women on politics

By Edith Okofu The executive vice chairman of...

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March 7, 2019 franknews Comments Off

Group condemns Police release of arrested thugs in Akwa Ibom

..Alleges deployment of soldiers to rig elections A...

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February 5, 2019 franknews Comments Off

Ex-workers /pensioners of Nigeria Airways rally support for Buhari’s re-election

Buoyed by the part payment of their entitlements...

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November 7, 2019 franknews Comments Off on FAAN assures staff of support in sports to boost health status

FAAN assures staff of support in sports to boost health status

in its efforts to boost the health status...

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January 6, 2019 franknews Comments Off on Dana Air extends multi-million naira sponsorship deal for Heartland FC

Dana Air extends multi-million naira sponsorship deal for Heartland FC

Photo Caption: L-R: Media and Communications Manager of...

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December 17, 2018 franknews Comments Off on NIWA boss unveils water ambulance, identifies non compliance to regulatory code as major causes of accidents

NIWA boss unveils water ambulance, identifies non compliance to regulatory code as major causes of accidents

Photo Caption: Senator Adeleke Mamora accompanied by Mr...

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December 4, 2018 franknews Comments Off on SAA airlifts over 3m passengers in 20 years of operation into Nigeria

SAA airlifts over 3m passengers in 20 years of operation into Nigeria

Photo Caption: Left to Right – Ohis Ehimiaghe,...

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November 21, 2018 franknews Comments Off on NAHCO, First Bank sponsor Kaduna Polo Club Tournament

NAHCO, First Bank sponsor Kaduna Polo Club Tournament

Photo Caption: From left Idris Yakubu, MD/CEO, Nigerian...

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September 20, 2018 franknews Comments Off on NFF re-elects Amaju Pinnick as President

NFF re-elects Amaju Pinnick as President

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has re-elected Mr....

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October 29, 2019 franknews Comments Off on InterswitchSPAK 2.0 begins airing November 2

InterswitchSPAK 2.0 begins airing November 2

Interswitch Group, is set to begin the airing of the InterswitchSPAK 2.0 Television quiz competition on Saturday, November 2, 2019. The transmission will feature the Television quiz show which is a segment of InterswitchSPAK Switch-a-future initiative, a CSR initiative of the company focused on driving increased interest in...

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June 2, 2019 franknews Comments Off on N5trillion debt: Jurists urge AMCON to explore ADR option

N5trillion debt: Jurists urge AMCON to explore ADR option

Leading jurists at the weekend again urged the management of Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON)...

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February 17, 2019 franknews Comments Off on All Lagos schools resume Monday 18th February, 2019

All Lagos schools resume Monday 18th February, 2019

The DG, Education Quality Assurance, Mrs Ronke Soyombo stated yesterday that she has the directive of Her...

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February 9, 2019 franknews Comments Off on Finals of InterswitchSPAK 1.0 hits airwaves

Finals of InterswitchSPAK 1.0 hits airwaves

After 15 weeks of high-octane quiz sessions, extremely entertaining and educative interactions among the students, the...

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November 1, 2019 franknews Comments Off on Uganda woo Nigerians with faith base tourism, promote destinations

Uganda woo Nigerians with faith base tourism, promote destinations

Uganda is striving in its efforts to woo Nigerians, especially the Catholics with faith base tourism...

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October 14, 2019 franknews Comments Off on Runsewe, Pastor Balogun admonish Christians to uphold tenets of Christianity

Runsewe, Pastor Balogun admonish Christians to uphold tenets of Christianity

Photo Caption: DG, NCAC, Otunba Olusegun Runsewe (left) and Pastor Peter Balogun of Citizens Church during...

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September 18, 2019 franknews Comments Off on NCPC tasks medical committee on zero mortality

NCPC tasks medical committee on zero mortality

Photo Caption: L- R: Director in Charge, Nigeria Christian pilgrim Commission (NCPC), Mrs. Esther Kwaghe; Dr....

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September 15, 2019 franknews Comments Off on NCPC reduces pilgrimage fare, signs contract with handlers

NCPC reduces pilgrimage fare, signs contract with handlers

Photo Caption: L/R: Chairman, Nigeria Christian Pilgrim Commission (NCPC), Rev. Yomi Kasali; General Manager, Tabar Tours,...

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September 10, 2019 franknews Comments Off on CAN applauds FG staunch stance against same sex marriage

CAN applauds FG staunch stance against same sex marriage

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) under the leadership of His Eminence, Rev Samson Ayokunle has...

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September 8, 2019 franknews Comments Off on AIB begins investigation into Max Air serious incident at Minna airport

AIB begins investigation into Max Air serious incident at Minna airport

The Accident Investigation Bureau, AIB Nigeria team of safety investigators have commenced investigations into the Max...

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September 3, 2019 franknews Comments Off on Boycott tourism in South Africa and matters arising

Boycott tourism in South Africa and matters arising

By Frank Meke Like crawling and consuming locusts, South Africans have left no one in doubt that they are willing and have the capacity to consume and eat up anything Nigerian in their country. What their chewing locusts left, the swarming locusts has eaten and what their swarming...

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