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Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are the backbone of Nigeria’s economy, playing a vital role in driving economic growth, job creation, and innovation. Accounting for over 80% of employment and nearly 50% of the nation’s GDP, these businesses are key to the country’s socio-economic development (SMEDAN, 2021). Despite their critical contributions, SMEs have long been hindered by an onerous tax regime characterized by excessive burdens, administrative inefficiencies, and a lack of structural support. Nigeria’s tax system has historically been fragmented and complex, with SMEs facing challenges such as multiple taxes levied by federal, state, and local governments, high compliance costs,…

 Lagos, Nigeria: December 11, 2024 – Polaris Bank has achieved yet another milestone by emerging as the Sectoral Winner in the Banking and Other Financial Institutions Sector category at the 2024 NECA Annual Employers’ Excellence Awards. The Bank received the sectoral recognition for its innovative HR practice at the NECA’s Excellence Awards, (the 4th edition) which held recently at the Balmoral Convention Centre, Ikeja. The recognition is particularly significant as it marks the first award the Bank has received for its efforts in Human Resources Management, reaffirming Polaris Bank’s commitment to creating a people-oriented workplace culture. The NECA Annual Employers’ Excellence Awards celebrate…

…Urges Parents, Teachers to Be Observant of Children’s Sexual ReactionsAs the campaign marking the 14 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence ended on Tuesday, December 10, 2024, the First Lady of Lagos State, Dr. (Mrs.) Claudiana Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, paid a special visit to Wesley School for the Hearing Impaired in Surulere where she engaged the pupils and emphasized the importance of safeguarding children against all forms of abuse. During her interaction with the cheerful pupils, Dr. Sanwo-Olu underscored the inclusive governance philosophy of the administration of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, which prioritizes the protection of vulnerable children, including those with disabilities.She…

The Baale of Omu Penpe town in Obafemi Owode Local government in Ogun state, Nurudeen Bisiriyu Taiwo has been accused of misusing power to arrest his family members that tried to ask him for accountability by laying false accusations against them, hereby misleading police officers to carry out arrests.Nurudeen Taiwo, who according to his family members had once been arrested for his alleged criminal activities, was described in an interview as unruly and disobedient to the people who supported him to his current position.In an interview with one of his uncles, Chief Monsuru Fayemi Sonola, it was revealed that some…

…as Abiodun woes JBS, Brazilian livestock giant A $10 million dollar investment is set to be signed between the Ogun State Government and a Moroccan firm in the next few weeks.The deal is for the by-product of palm oil in Ogun State.This was revealed by the Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, when he received in audience the Managing Director of the Nigerian Investment Promotion Commission (NIPC), Aisha Rimi, alongside the Director of International Expansion of Jose Batista Sobrinho (JBS), Fabio Maia, and his colleague in the poultry and swine department, Osorio Dal Bello, in his office at Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta.”I…

· Promotes FG’s local content policy initiative Makems Jewellery, an Abuja-based fast-rising jewellery-making company in Nigeria, has set the city agog, as it recently held its annual jewellery exhibition with a wide range of trendy, fine and unique handmade, locally-produced and imported jewellery products on display for hundreds of visitors to the venue of the event. The jewellery exhibition was an expertly-curated showcase of exceptional ornaments, ranging from contemporary designs to vintage treasures such as Makems handmade jewellery, earrings, long necklaces, jewellery set, bangles and bracelets, rings and male bracelets, among others with special focus on promoting local contents, which…

Harmattan is rolling in, bringing its cool breeze, dusty mornings, and the unmistakable charm of the festive season. The air feels lighter, filled with anticipation and the promise of joy and togetherness. Streets are transforming, lit with twinkling lights, and the cheerful sound of Christmas carols fills the air. This December, TECNO is ready to add an extra layer of sparkle to the holidays. Forget the usual festivities you’ve come to know. TECNO is here to flip the script, introducing a season that’s brighter, cooler, and overflowing with rewards. It’s about more than tradition—it’s about creating a season to remember,…

OPay, Nigeria’s leading financial institution has been recognized with the prestigious IFIC Award for Financial Inclusion Innovation by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). This award was presented at the 2024 International Financial Inclusion Conference (IFIC), a flagship event that convened global thought leaders, regulators, and industry stakeholders to strategize on accelerating financial inclusion across Africa and beyond.The award reinforces OPay’s compliance with regulatory standards and its pivotal role in advancing Nigeria’s financial inclusion goals, aligning with the CBN’s mission to achieve a 95% financial inclusion rate by 2024. Through close collaboration with the CBN and other regulatory bodies, OPay…

Tokunbo Alli,MD/CEO Leadway Health Healthcare providers have applauded Leadway Health HMO Limited, over it’s sustainable health management in the contry, They gave the commendation at it’s Annual Providers’ Forum, themed “Enhancing Provider Collaboration for Sustainable Healthcare,” in Lagos. The event convened diverse healthcare professionals and industry stakeholders, exploring innovative, future-forward and actionable strategies for improving healthcare accessibility and delivery in Nigeria.In his opening remarks, Dr. Tokunbo Alli, CEO of Leadway Health HMO, highlighted the importance of sustainable partnerships in transforming healthcare. “We are dedicated to increasing access to quality healthcare for all Nigerians,” he stated.“With over 700 corporate organisations…

A Federal Capital Territory High Court, on Tuesday, rejected the bail application of former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, citing procedural irregularities in the filing of the application.Justice Maryanne Anenih, while delivering the ruling, stated that the application was premature as it was filed before Bello was present in court or in custody.The judge said, “Having not been filed when the first defendant was either in custody or before the court, this instant application is incompetent.“Consequently, the application, having been filed prematurely, is hereby refused.”Bello, alongside two others, is facing charges brought by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission over…