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National Assembly leadership meet ministers on planned 2020 budget review
The Leadership of the National Assembly on Wednesday held a meeting with some Ministers and Heads of agencies from the Executive arm of Government to brainstorm on the impact of Coronavirus pandemic on the Nigerian economy.
Senate confirms central bank, hajj commission nominees
The Senate on Thursday confirmed nominees appointed by President Muhammadu Buhari to serve on the board of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON).
Boko Haram: Senate condemns Plateau killings, abductions
The Senate on Wednesday condemned the abduction and killings of Nigerian citizens from Plateau State by Boko Haram.
Senate to confirm Edward Adamu as AMCON chairman next week
Senate on Wednesday began the Confirmation process of Edward Lametek Adamu as the Chairman of the Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria, AMCON.
Senate: AMCON a drain on the nation’s economy
The Senate Committee on Banking, Insurance and other Financial Institutions has said that Assets Management Company of Nigeria which was set up by the government to buy back bad debts by banks has become a drain on the nation’s economy, adding something must be done to reverse the trend.
Senate decries poor enlightenment, weak insurance regulation
The Senate has expressed its displeasure over the poor regulation of insurance companies in the country, concerned about the low enlightenment of Nigerians on insurance policies.
NDIC begs Senate over speedy passage of amended Act
The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC), Umaru Ibrahim, has appealed to the 9th Senate for the speedy passage of the pending NDIC Act, 2006 (as amended) currently before the National Assembly.
Senate confirms Godwin Emefiele as central bank governor for second term
The Senate has confirmed Godwin Emefiele as Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) for a second term of five years.
Senate panel endorses Godwin Emefiele for second term, dismisses ‘stolen’ N500 billion allegation
The senate committee on banking, insurance and other financial institutions has approved of a second term for Godwin Emefiele, governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN).
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Overland Airways suspends flight operations
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Official: Rangers players get 10 days break
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