President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on Wednesday, assured Nigerians, that the nation would survive the current economic hardship in the country and took full responsibility for the adverse outcomes of his policy reforms.
The president made the comments when he addressed Afenifere leaders at the residence of Pa Reuben Fasoranti, in Akure, Ondo State. Tinubu was in Akure to pay a condolence visit to the family of the late Rotimi Akeredolu, former Governor of the state. Tinubu told Afenefere leaders, that his administration is working to ensure that Nigeria is reformed for greater efficiency and that he is leading Nigeria towards economic and social prosperity.
A video showing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s convoy when he arrived in Lagos on Wednesday, has made the rounds on social media, eliciting reactions in wake of economic hardship protests that rocked the nation. As the conversation around the dollarization of Nigeria’s economy takes center stage, owing to rising inflation, a list of bureau de change operations with unusual names have surfaced online.
In 2006, the CBN decided to sell cash directly to the BDCs as part of a liberalization programme to ensure adequate supply to the sector, at the that time, there were less than 100 operational BDCs in Nigeria, with weekly sales of less than $30 million Naira. However, according to the CBN, the number of BDCs stands at 5,690.
The Minister of Art, Culture, and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa has confirmed that her ministry is in talks with the organizers of American Grammy Awards with an aim to establish an African version of the prestigious award show.
The minister made the comments during an interview with the Vanguard, against the backdrop of some industry players who have criticized the move, expressing fear it could jeopardize the hard-earned progress and unique cultural identity of African music. The minister also stated that Nigeria, being the home of Afrobeats, must be counted among the founding members of African Grammys.
The family of the late Herbert Wigwe, former Group CEO of access bank, have announced funeral rights of the CEO, his wife Chizoba Wigwe and Son Chizi Wigwe, scheduled to commence on Monday, March 4, 2024. Herbert, his wife and son died on Friday February 9th, in a helicopter crash in the United States.
The family in the announcement said that Herbert was a pillar of strength and has always guided them with his kindness, generosity, and unwavering love, and that Chizoba, was a wonderful wife and mother, who dedicated her life to supporting her family, while their first son, Chizi, brought laughter and light to all who knew him.
They went on to state that their absence leaves a void that can never be filled, but that their memories will continue to inspire and guide them through the difficult times.
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