NCTC Hosts Groundbreaking Dialogue to Cement Private Sector’s Role in Nigeria’s Counterterrorism Strategy

NCTC Hosts Groundbreaking Dialogue to Cement Private Sector’s Role in Nigeria’s Counterterrorism Strategy

By Our Reporter In a landmark event that signals a new era in Nigeria’s national security architecture, the National Counterterrorism Center (NCTC) has formally acknowledged the private sector as a critical partner in the country’s intensified efforts to combat terrorism and violent extremism. Convened under the theme “Safeguarding Nigeria Through Partnership and Inclusion,” the strategic dialogue brought together top government officials, security experts, corporate leaders, and civil society actors to […]

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Lagos private schools owners, US firm sign $1bn MoU on AI initiative

A US-based multinational company, Digital Learning Network, and the National Association of Proprietors of Private Schools Lagos, on Thursday signed a Memorandum of Understanding for the implementation of the transformation of the artificial intelligence smart schools initiative for the average student in Nigeria. The MoU will facilitate the provision of educational infrastructure, the launch of one laptop per learner, and the integration of technology in learning, enhancing the capacity of […]

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NNPC set to hand over Warri, Kaduna refineries to private operators

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited says it is seeking to engage reputable and credible Operations and Maintenance companies to operate and maintain the Warri Refining and Petrochemical Company and the Kaduna Refining and Petrochemical Company.

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Labour, private sector protest as Discos hike tariff again

The Nigeria Labour Congress, Trade Union Congress, and Organised Private Sector, on Wednesday, faulted the latest hike in the electricity tariff payable by customers in the Band A Category. Following the depreciation of the naira against the United States dollar, and inflation, among other factors, the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission again raised the tariff payable by Band A customers. On Wednesday, some distribution companies including Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company, Eko […]

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List of Nigerians who own private jets

Owning a private jet in Nigeria isn’t just for convenience, but also a display of wealth and affluence as many Nigerians ranging from politicians, to artists and also pastors have been known to acquire private jets. AMB Reports that on an average, the maintenance of a private jet costs about $500,000 to $1 million (approx. N290 million – N580 million) per year yet people still pay this huge sum. There […]

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