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Jul

09

2026

Fidelity Bank Joins Shell’s $3bn Contractor Finance Facility

Business#ContractorFinance, #EnergyInvestment, #FidelityBank, #NigeriaEnergy, #OilAndGas, #ShellNigeria, #SNEPCo

Fidelity Bank Joins Shell's $3bn Contractor Finance Facility Nigeria's indigenous oil and gas contractors have received a significant financial boost as Fidelity Bank Plc joins forces with Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Company Limited (SNEPCo) and nine leading banks to launch a $3 billion Contractor Finance Facility. The initiative is expected to improve access to funding, strengthen local content development and accelerate critical energy projects across the country. Nigeria's oil and gas industry has received a major financing boost as Fidelity Bank Plc partners Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Company Limited (SNEPCo) and nine leading financial institutions to launch a…

Jul

08

2026

By Famous Reporters

Federal Government Urged to Harness WhatsApp, Facebook for National Development — GOMEP-NG

NATIONAL NEWS#DigitalCommunication, #DigitalLiteracy #OnlineJournalism, #Facebook, #FederalGovernment, #GOMEPNG, #NationalDevelopment, #WhatsApp

Federal Government Urged to Harness WhatsApp, Facebook for National Development — GOMEP-NG As millions of Nigerians increasingly rely on WhatsApp and Facebook for news, education, business and public information, the Guild of Online Media Editors and Publishers of Nigeria (GOMEP-NG) has urged the Federal Government to fully embrace digital communication platforms as strategic tools for governance, transparency and national development. The Guild says the future of effective public engagement lies in responsible digital communication—not restrictions. Could WhatsApp and Facebook become the Federal Government's most powerful communication tools? GOMEP-NG believes the answer is yes, urging authorities to embrace digital platforms to…

Jul

08

2026

By Famous Reporters

APC: History, Zoning Don’t Favour Chima Anyaso’s Bende Ambition

POLITICS#2027Elections, #APC, #BendeFederalConstituency, #BenjaminKalu, #ChimaAnyaso, #HouseOfRepresentatives, #SEONews, #Zoning

APC: History, Zoning Don't Favour Chima Anyaso's Bende Ambition As the political battle for Bende Federal Constituency gathers momentum ahead of the 2027 general elections, the All Progressives Congress (APC) has launched a scathing attack on Labour Party stalwart Chima Anyaso, insisting that history, zoning and political capacity are firmly against his ambition. The ruling party also declared that Deputy Speaker Benjamin Okezie Kalu remains unbeatable, setting the stage for what could become one of Abia's fiercest political contests. The political rivalry in Abia State has intensified as the All Progressives Congress (APC) launched a blistering attack on Labour Party…

Jul

08

2026

By Famous Reporters

Mohammed Idris Announces Nigeria’s Digital Switch-Over Rollout, Ending 18 Years of DSO Delays

TECHNOLOGY#BolaTinubu, #DigitalEconomy, #DigitalTV, #DSONigeria, #FreeToAirTV, #MohammedIdris, #NigeriaDigitalSwitchOver, #Technology

Mohammed Idris Announces Nigeria's Digital Switch-Over Rollout, Ending 18 Years of DSO Delays By Gilbert Kiaka Goodnews ABUJA - After nearly two decades of broken promises, delays and missed deadlines, Nigeria is once again preparing for one of the biggest technological transformations in its history. If this latest timeline succeeds, millions of Nigerians could soon enjoy better television services, faster broadband expansion and fresh opportunities in the digital economy. But after years of setbacks, can the country finally deliver on its promise? Nigeria has announced June 17, 2026, as the official nationwide rollout date for its long-delayed Digital Switch-Over (DSO)…

Jul

07

2026

By Famous Reporters

Teacher Dies by Suicide After Alleged Threat Over Debt in Zambia

WORLD NEWS#CentralProvince, #DebtCrisis, #Education, #Kabwe, #MentalHealth, #ShitimaSecondarySchool, #Teacher, #Zambia

Teacher Dies by Suicide After Alleged Threat Over Debt in Zambia A heartbreaking tragedy has shaken Zambia's education community after a 34-year-old secondary school teacher reportedly died following an alleged threat to expose her over an unpaid debt. The incident has sparked renewed conversations about financial pressure, public shaming, mental health, and the devastating consequences of stigma. What began as a debt dispute ended in a heartbreaking tragedy that has left a school and an entire community grieving. As police investigate the circumstances surrounding the teacher's death, many are calling for greater compassion, mental health awareness and responsible handling of…

Jul

07

2026

By Famous Reporters

GOMEP-NG Demands Independent Probe, Urges Officials Facing Allegations to Step Aside

POLITICS#Accountability, #AntiCorruption, #GOMEPNG, #GoodGovernance, #IndependentProbe, #PresidentTinubu, #RuleOfLaw, #Transparency

GOMEP-NG Demands Independent Probe, Urges Officials Facing Allegations to Step Aside By Charity Uwakwe Public confidence in government accountability is once again under the spotlight as the Guild of Online Media Editors and Publishers of Nigeria (GOMEP-NG) calls for an independent investigation into allegations surrounding disputed budgetary entries, alleged intimidation, and claims of financial demands involving a public office. The Guild warns that failure to act transparently could deepen public distrust and reinforce perceptions of impunity in Nigeria's governance system. Could this investigation redefine public accountability in Nigeria? GOMEP-NG believes only an independent probe—and the temporary stepping aside of officials…

Jul

06

2026

By Famous Reporters

2027: Obingwa West Rallies Behind Anosike, Appolos as PDP Unites for Victory

POLITICS#Abia2027, #AbiaPolitics, #EnyinnayaAppolos, #GovernorshipElection, #KelechiAnosike, #NigeriaPolitics, #ObingwaWest, #Pdp

2027: Obingwa West Rallies Behind Anosike, Appolos as PDP Unites for Victory As the 2027 elections gather momentum, the battle for Abia State is taking shape with Obingwa West making a bold political statement. Thousands of PDP supporters, community leaders, and stakeholders have publicly declared unwavering support for Dr. Kelechi Anosike and Enyinnaya Appolos, signalling what many describe as a major boost for the party's grassroots campaign. Obingwa West has declared support for PDP governorship candidate Dr. Kelechi Anosike and House of Assembly candidate Enyinnaya Appolos ahead of the 2027 elections. The declaration was made during a thank-you rally in…

Jul

06

2026

By Famous Reporters

FCT CP Sanusi Promises Nigerians Different Police Force as GOMEP-NG Confers Award of Honour

CRIME, SECURITY#AkpovokeOtiti, #CPAMSanusi, #CrimePrevention, #GOMEPNG, #LawEnforcement, #NigeriaPolice, #PoliceReform, #security

FCT CP Sanusi Promises Nigerians Different Police Force as GOMEP-NG Confers Award of Honour By Charity Uwakwe We will give Nigerians a different Police Force—more civil, more professional and more committed to serving the people," FCT Commissioner of Police A.M. Sanusi declared after receiving an Award of Honour from GOMEP-NG. The Commissioner of Police for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, CP A.M. Sanusi, has assured Nigerians of a "different Police Force" built on professionalism, discipline and people-centred policing after receiving an Award of Honour from the Guild of Online Media Editors and Publishers of Nigeria (GOMEP-NG) during a courtesy…

Jul

06

2026

By Famous Reporters

Polaris Bank Empowers 6,200 Journalists with AI, Ethical Journalism Training

BANKING SECTOR#AI, #ArtificialIntelligence, #DigitalJournalism, #EthicalJournalism, #Journalism, #MediaInnovation, #MediaTraining, #PolarisBank

Polaris Bank Empowers 6,200 Journalists with AI, Ethical Journalism Training As artificial intelligence rapidly transforms journalism, one Nigerian bank is taking an unexpected lead in preparing the media for the future. Polaris Bank has now trained more than 6,200 journalists, equipping them with AI knowledge, ethical reporting skills, and practical tools to rebuild public trust in an increasingly digital world. Artificial intelligence is changing journalism at record speed, but Polaris Bank is ensuring Nigerian journalists are ready. Here's how more than 6,200 media professionals have benefited from one of the country's biggest journalism capacity-building initiatives. Polaris Bank has empowered over…

Jul

05

2026

By Famous Reporters

Kaduna Woman Dies in Bandits’ Captivity as Son Is Killed After Delivering Ransom

CRIME#Bandits, #CrimeNews, #Insecurity, #Kaduna, #KadunaKidnapping, #Kidnapping, #Ransom, #security

Kaduna Woman Dies in Bandits’ Captivity as Son Is Killed After Delivering Ransom By our Reporter A heartbreaking tragedy has shaken Kaduna State after a woman abducted by suspected bandits died in captivity, while her son—who risked everything to secure her freedom—was allegedly killed after delivering the family's ransom. The incident has sparked renewed outrage over Nigeria's worsening kidnapping crisis and fresh calls for stronger government action against banditry. What began as a desperate mission to save a kidnapped mother ended in an unimaginable tragedy. A Kaduna family lost both a mother and her son after suspected bandits allegedly accepted…