The push to transform Nigeria into a global digital powerhouse has reached a significant turning point as Microsoft and the Federal Government announced that over 350,000 Nigerians have successfully completed …
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AI Seen as Key Driver of AfCFTA Success and Africa’s Future Trade Growth, Experts Say
Artificial intelligence will play a central role in determining the success of the African Continental Free Trade Area and shaping the future of cross-border commerce across the continent, according to …
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NLC Declares Nationwide Protest for 17 December 2025 Over Insecurity
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has announced plans to hold a nationwide protest on Thursday, 17 December 2025, to demand urgent action from the Federal Government over rising insecurity, the …
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ICAN Inducts Record 1,600 Accounting Technicians in Lagos, Sets New Milestone for West Africa
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) has made history by inducting 1,600 accounting technicians during the 63rd Accounting Technicians Scheme, West Africa (ATSWA) Induction Ceremony held at the …
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Mauritius team wins FirstBank Junior Achievement Award
First Bank of Nigeria Limited has awarded its prestigious CEO Award to Team Mauritius at the grand finale of the 15th Junior Achievement Africa Company of the Year competition, which …
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The Alternative Bank Calls for More Tech Support for Nigerian Youths at JBC Summit
The Alternative Bank has renewed the call for increased access to technology and critical digital resources for young Nigerian innovators, saying such support is important for the country’s long-term economic …
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Google.org Grants $1m to African Technology Forum to Boost AI Talent Development Across Four Countries
Google.org has awarded a $1 million grant to the African Technology Forum (ATF) to scale its flagship ATF AI Challenge and strengthen Africa’s artificial intelligence talent pipeline. The funding will …
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African student innovators compete in Abuja as JA Africa opens 2025 Company of the Year contest
Nigeria and seven other African countries have converged in Abuja for the 15th edition of the Junior Achievement Africa Company of the Year (COY) competition, the continent’s biggest student enterprise …
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Energia Limited Launches Graduate Trainee Programme to Develop Young Nigerian Energy Professionals
Energia Limited, one of Nigeria’s leading independent energy companies, has launched a new graduate trainee programme aimed at helping young Nigerian professionals start strong careers in the energy industry. The …
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ICAN Inducts Over 2,000 New Members, Expands Professional Community to Nearly 70,000
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria on Wednesday welcomed more than 2,000 new members into its fold during an induction ceremony held at the ICAN Centre in Lagos. The …