The Nigerian Government has initiated a plan to change how people borrow money. Soon, every loan taken in Nigeria will be connected to the borrower’s National Identification Number (NIN). This …
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Edo Faces Diphtheria Surge Know the Symptoms and Risks
Edo State faces a surge in suspected diphtheria cases. This past week, two lives were lost at the University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH). Reports indicate UBTH is now overwhelmed …
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Study Abroad in 2025-2026 with These Fully Funded Opportunities for Nigerians
For many ambitious Nigerian students, the dream of pursuing higher education abroad is often clouded by financial barriers. However, a wealth of fully funded scholarships exists, offering incredible opportunities to …
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PMI Warns African Governments to Improve Project Delivery as US Cuts $555m from African Development Fund
The Project Management Institute (PMI) has called on African governments, including Nigeria, to prioritise efficient project execution in response to a $555 million reduction in United States contributions to the …
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Uganda Airlines Launches Nigeria–East/Southern Africa Air Cargo Corridor to Boost AfCFTA Trade for Nigerian Exporters
Uganda Airlines has launched a new air cargo corridor connecting Nigeria to East and Southern Africa, aiming to facilitate Nigerian exports into the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) market. …
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FG to Establish Industrial Hubs in Kano, Abia, Lagos, and Ogun to Boost Nigeria’s Manufacturing Sector
The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced plans to establish industrial hubs in Kano, Abia, Lagos, and Ogun states as part of its strategy to drive economic transformation and industrialisation …
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Dangote Picks Nigeria Over Global Tech Giants, Builds $19 Billion Refinery to Boost Economy
Aliko Dangote, Africa’s richest man and chairman of the Dangote Group, has been praised by the Nigerian government for prioritising national development over foreign wealth opportunities. At a time when …
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From Local Challenges to Global Solutions: How African Startups Are Attracting World Attention
Africa’s startup ecosystem is no longer a nascent curiosity; it’s a vibrant, innovative powerhouse rapidly gaining global recognition and attracting significant international investment. Once overlooked, the continent is now celebrated …
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Baobab Group Sells Majority Stake in Baobab+ to US-Based BioLite
Baobab Group has completed the sale of its majority stake in Baobab+ to BioLite, a renewable energy social enterprise based in the United States. The move marks a significant shift …
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JA Africa, Boeing Launch STEM, Entrepreneurship Programmes in Nigeria, Togo
Junior Achievement Africa and global aerospace giant Boeing have announced plans to launch two major STEM and entrepreneurship initiatives in Nigeria and Togo aimed at equipping young people with the …