In a major leap toward digital transformation, the Federal Government has launched specialised Higher National Diploma (HND) programmes in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Cybersecurity, Software Engineering, and Networking. The initiative, announced …
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NAICOM Partners Ghana to Strengthen Marine Insurance Across West Africa
The National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) has entered a strategic partnership with Ghana’s insurance regulator to boost the growth of marine insurance and deepen intra-African cooperation, especially within the West African …
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FIRS to Launch Nationwide E-Invoicing System in July to Boost Tax Transparency
The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has announced that it will roll out a nationwide electronic invoicing (e-invoicing) system by July 25, 2025, as part of ongoing efforts to improve …
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FG Defends Proposed $24 Billion Loan, Says It Won’t Raise Debt Burden Immediately
The Federal Government has come out to defend its proposed $24 billion borrowing plan, saying it will not automatically increase the country’s debt burden or worsen its financial position. This …
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Race for Africa’s Next Super Banker Heats Up as AfDB Presidency Election Holds Thursday
The race to lead the African Development Bank (AfDB) enters its final lap this Thursday as five candidates — including one woman — compete to succeed Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, Nigeria’s …
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TransCentury Returns to Profitability After Major Turnaround Strategy
TransCentury Plc, an infrastructure investment company based in Nairobi, Kenya, has returned to profit after facing financial challenges for several years. The company, which is listed on the Nairobi Securities …
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AfDB 2025 Annual Meetings Focus on Making Africa’s Capital Work for Its Own Growth
Africa is moving into a new chapter that could define its future not by problems, but by opportunities. With a fast-growing population expected to reach 2.5 billion by 2050, the …
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FG Sets Up Committee for National Industrial Manpower Development Summit
The Federal Government has inaugurated a seven-member planning committee for the first-ever National Industrial Manpower Development Summit, a strategic initiative aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s industrial development through skilled human capital. …
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WACT-APM Terminals Partners Hapag-Lloyd to Boost Shipping Services at Onne Port
To enhance shipping services in Eastern Nigeria, the West Africa Container Terminal (WACT) operated by APM Terminals Nigeria, has partnered with global shipping giant Hapag-Lloyd to launch a new weekly …
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Checkers Africa Unveils New Chocolate Drink ‘Choco Tee’ for Nigerian Market
Checkers Africa Ltd has launched a new chocolate beverage called Checkers Choco Tee, targeting the Nigerian breakfast market. The product was officially unveiled at a launch event held on a …