The Northern Governors’ Forum says they are unhappy with President Bola Tinubu’s proposed tax policy, which is based on a derivation principle. According to this principle, states would receive tax revenue in proportion to what they contribute to the national tax purse. While this policy has not yet become law, President Bola Tinubu has requested that the … Read more
Nigeria’s Mining Marshals have apprehended a group of illegal miners, comprising three Chinese nationals and two Nigerians in Rafin-Gabas in Kokona Local Government Area of Nasarawa State. A reliable source told InfomediaNG on Monday that the illegal miners engaged in illicit mining of flourite, zinc, lead, and tin at the location. It was gathered that … Read more
What is Fire Insurance? Fire insurance is a type of insurance policy that provides financial coverage for damages or losses caused by fire. It protects your property—whether it’s your home, office, or business—by covering the costs of repairing or replacing the damaged structure and belongings. This policy ensures you are not left to bear the … Read more
Bluebird International is an IT staffing and software development company founded in 2001 by Balaz Refi, a Web Developer and Software Engineer. It has its headquarters in Budapest, Hungary, and operation offices in Australia, Ireland, and the United States. Type: Private Industry: Information Technology, Staffing, Software Development, FinTech, Automotive, Artificial Intelligence Founded: 2001 Founder: Balaz Refi Headquarters: … Read more
Consumers are increasingly conscious of what they put into their bodies and how products affect their health and the environment. This awareness has led to a demand for transparency in product ingredients, with consumers seeking clarity and honesty from brands. PwC highlights that a significant 31% of conscious consumers see inflation as the top risk … Read more
Losing a loved one is one of the most difficult experiences in life. On top of the emotional toll, you may find yourself dealing with various responsibilities, including managing their financial affairs. If your loved one had a life insurance policy, knowing how to claim the benefits can help ease some of the financial burden … Read more
Decentralized Finance (DeFi) insurance refers to a blockchain-based insurance system that operates without the need for traditional intermediaries such as insurance companies or brokers. In DeFi insurance, smart contracts are used to automate claims and payouts, allowing users to protect their digital assets in a decentralized manner. This innovative approach aims to bring more transparency, … Read more
Nigeria’s government is proposing a 70% windfall tax on the foreign exchange profit made by the financial institutions in the country, following the country’s devaluation of its currency. So what is windfall tax? A windfall tax is a levy imposed by governments on companies that have benefited unexpectedly from circumstances they did not contribute to, … Read more
Do you have a Facebook page that is rapidly growing and needs a hand to help you manage, create, edit and publish content on your page? Or you just want to take a break and need someone to help you carry on with your Facebook page management while you away? Here is how you can … Read more
On September 14, 2024, I received an error notification from Google Search Console titled, “New Discussion forum structured data issues detected for…” on my education blog. The blog was barely three months old. Google specifically pointed out two Discussion Forum structured data issues: The “Comment” object must be nested inside a “CreativeWork” object. The “author” … Read more
Nine Vice Chancellors, including Acting VC, have steered the affairs of Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbmomoso, popularly called LAUTECH, since the state-owned institution became a legal institution on March 13, 1990. Prof Olusegun Ladimeji Oke, a renowned chemist, was the pioneer Vice Chancellor of LAUTECH, following his appointment on May 2, 1990, by the … Read more
A parallel market in foreign exchange (FX) refers to an unofficial marketplace where currencies such as USD, GBP, and EUR are traded for the local currency outside the regulated channels. It closed at $/1,685 at the time of this publication. In Nigeria, this market exists alongside the official FX market, often exhibiting a significant disparity between … Read more
A virtual card is a digital version of a bank card that you can use for online shopping or paying bills without needing a physical card. You can create one using your phone through your bank’s app, load it with money, and use it to make payments. This makes it safer and easier to use … Read more
You’ve probably heard of investments like mutual funds or stocks, but have you ever heard of something called “segregated funds”? Let’s break down what they are and why you might want to invest in them. What is a Segregated Fund? A segregated fund is a type of investment that comes with a special insurance feature. … Read more
Kenyan President William Ruto disclosed that bringing Elon Musk’s Starlink to his country was one of the best decisions of his administration. He stated this at the US-Kenya Business and Investment Roundtable in New York on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). According to him, the penetration of Starlink into African countries … Read more