In response to widespread dissatisfaction regarding the deactivation of SIM cards due to unresolved NIN-SIM verification issues, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) issued an urgent directive on Monday, instructing telecommunications …
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Top US business executives in Beijing – what it means for Africa
by Editorby EditorChina was the largest borrower from the World Bank for three decades leading up to 1994, investing in infrastructure such as electricity grids, roads, railways, as well as health and …
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African Farmers Blame Soil Degradation on Chemical Fertilizers
by Editorby EditorWhen Benson Wanjala began farming in his western Kenya village 25 years ago, his 10-acre farm yielded a robust harvest of 200 bags of maize. This output has now plummeted …
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No need for protests in Nigeria, says Tinubu as ministers meet today
by Editorby EditorPresident Bola Tinubu has called on Nigerians to avoid protests while his administration addresses the country’s urgent economic challenges. This appeal coincides with a crucial meeting the President is holding …
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WATRA: Fintech, E-commerce, Digital Market Drive 80% Growth in Telecoms Business
by Editorby EditorMr. Aliyu Aboki, the Executive Secretary of the West African Telecommunications Regulators’ Assembly (WATRA), emphasized that Fintech, E-commerce, and Digital Marketing significantly drove an 80% growth rate in the telecoms …
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Africa’s richest man says he doesn’t own a home outside Nigeria
by Editorby EditorAfrica’s wealthiest man, Aliko Dangote, surprised many Nigerians by revealing that he does not possess property outside the country. Instead, he stated that he owns residences in his hometown of …
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Nigerians to pay N688,000 document verification fee as condition for UAE visa
by Editorby EditorTravellers from Nigeria heading to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) must now pay a non-refundable document verification fee of N688,000. Paying the document verification fee is a requirement set by …
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Court rejects Emefiele’s request to travel abroad for medicals
by Editorby EditorThe High Court of the Federal Capital Territory in Maitama declined the former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Godwin Emefiele’s request to travel to the United Kingdom for …
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Amazon Discontinues Astro for Business Security Robot
by Editorby EditorOn Wednesday, Amazon.com announced plans to discontinue its security robot, Astro for Business, intended for small and medium-sized businesses. This decision aligns with the company’s new emphasis on crafting household …
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FG Targets $1 Trillion Economy with New Financial Inclusion Framework
by Editorby EditorThe Federal Government has unveiled an ambitious plan to propel Nigeria’s economy to the $1 trillion mark through a newly established financial inclusion framework. This initiative aims to significantly enhance …