Nigeria news today headlines : Wednesday 29th July 2020
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INEC Determined To Conduct Good Elections In Edo, Ondo – Okoye
Barr. Festus Okoye is the National Commissioner of Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and Chairman, Information and Voter Education Committee. In this interview monitored on Broadcasting Corporation of Oyo State (BCOS), he speaks on the commission’s preparations for the governorship elections in Edo and Ondo states. TEMIDAYO AKINSUYI brings the excerpts: What is your advice …
How FG Generated N661.7bn In First Half Of 2020 Despite COVID-19 Pandemic
LAGOS – The Federal Government of Nigeria has generated revenue of N651.77 billion from Value Added Tax (VAT) in the first half of 2020. This represents an 8.45% growth from last year’s numbers despite the economic downturn caused by the pandemic. According to the Sectoral distribution of VAT Report for H1 2020 released by the …
COVID-19 To Cost African Economy Over $79bn In 2020 – Report
A new World Bank report has revealed that damage caused by the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic would cause immense damage to African economy to the tune of over $79 billion. The report found that the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) represents a major opportunity for countries to boost growth, reduce poverty, and broaden economic inclusion. …
LCCI Tasks FG On More Funds To Support Private Sector
Lagos Chamber Of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) yesterday called on the Federal Government to assist the private sector through international capital funding solutions. Mrs. Toki Mabogunje, President of LCCI made the call during a web conference organised by the body and Jersey Finance, a strategic partner of Commonwealth Advisory and Investment Council, held in Lagos …
S&P Case Shiller Home Price Index Edges Up In May
Home price inflation in the States slowed in May, the results of a closely-followed gauge revealed. Standard&Poor’s Core Logic Case-Shiller national home price index rose at a year-on-year pace of 4.5% in May, down from the 4.6% advance observed in April. A narrower gauge tracking prices in the country’s 20 largest metropolitan areas also revealed a …
Nestlé Unveils Yes! Plant Protein Bars
Nestlé UK & Ireland is launching a new range of Yes! snack bars, containing protein from peas and nuts. The new bars contain 10g of plant protein, are made of wholesome ingredients, are high in fibre, use no artificial colours or preservatives, are gluten-free, and are suitable for vegetarians. The new bar comes in two …
Tech Experts Join JT Board
A former Royal Navy commander and a director of the UK’s property groups have been appointed as non-executive directors of JT. Mark Shuttleworth, who is a chartered accountant and Insead director, chairs the audit and risk committee of Countrywide Plc and has held senior positions in the technology, media and telecom sector. He was previously the chief financial officer and on the board of Pace …
Buxton Launches Plant+Water
Buxton Natural Mineral Water has launched Plant+Water – a plant polyphenol infused water. The product has been created with a blend of spring water, plant polyphenols – extracted from green coffee beans – magnesium and natural fruit and herb flavours to give a gentle uplift throughout the day. Plant+Water by Buxton is available in three …
Goldplat Shines With Positive Profit Forecast
Goldplat PLC (LON: GDP) shone 16% to 7.21p in the afternoon on the back of an upbeat trading update for the fourth quarter ended June 30. The AIM-listed gold producer cut its losses by £1mln compared to last year, so it expects to report a profit that will be a “substantial improvement” on 2019. High gold …
Litecoin Breaks Out Of Channel Following Bitcoin’s Climb
Bitcoin’s latest spike in trading price is having a positive impact on that of Litecoin, the altcoin that is often dubbed silver to the crypto king’s gold. While Ethereum has struggled in the last few hours after trailing Bitcoin’s march to $10k, Litecoin has broken out of its tight channel to post a remarkable upside over the past 48 …
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