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Nigeria’s entrepreneurial engine is gaining fresh momentum as Transnational Corporation Plc (Transcorp Group) deepens its investment in young business leaders. Through its partnership with the Tony Elumelu Foundation, the Group is supporting 625 entrepreneurs in the 2026 cohort, contributing to a continent-wide program that will equip 3,200 African founders with $5,000 each to launch and […]
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Ensure Civilian Protection, Investigate Attacks Support Victims Deadly bombings in Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State in northeastern Nigeria, have heightened concerns about the resurgence of violent attacks by Boko Haram and a growing risk to civilians in the region, Human Rights Watch said today. In the aftermath of this apparent war crime, Nigerian authorities […]
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Rahmat Eyinfunjowo, Founder of The Early Career Place and food systems development professional from Nigeria, empowers others because of the transformative mentorship she received at pivotal moments in her life. Now, after eight years of experience launching companies, leading multi-million dollar projects, and supporting many entrepreneurs, she expressed her excitement for partnering with Aspire Institute […]
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On a night where business met style and innovation met influence, Flutterwave, Africa’s leading payments technology company, in partnership with luxury hospitality brand The Delborough, hosted some of Nigeria’s most powerful business and public sector leaders for an exclusive Gala Night in Lagos. Held at The Delborough Lagos, the black-tie gathering brought together decision-makers from […]
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Nigeria is positioning itself to become Africa’s second commercial cloves producer, after Tanzania, as a new nationwide farming initiative prepares to enroll 74,000 farmers ahead of the 2026 wet season. The program, coordinated by the Cloves Producers Association, will span all 36 states and the FCT, supplying participants with improved seeds and inputs to cultivate […]
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Orlando Magic star Desmond Bane is setting his sights on an international switch, expressing a strong desire to represent Nigeria at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. The shooting guard, who has Nigerian heritage, is eager to recruit fellow NBA players of Nigerian descent to strengthen the D’Tigers squad. Bane has already discussed the possibility with […]
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In a targeted move to boost its energy sector, Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu has approved specific incentives for Shell’s massive Bonga South-West deepwater oil project. This strategic decision aims to accelerate the project’s long-awaited Final Investment Decision, which is critical for unlocking billions in fresh capital. Tinubu emphasized that these are not broad concessions but […]
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Nigeria is positioning itself to become a major fertilizer and urea export hub by 2028, driven by large-scale expansions at Indorama and Dangote Fertilizer. According to the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority, these investments could end the country’s reliance on imported fertilizer and unlock new export revenues within the next two years. Officials […]
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Nigeria is poised to become one of Africa’s first nations to enact comprehensive artificial intelligence legislation. The proposed National Digital Economy and E-Governance Bill aims to regulate the rapidly growing digital market after years of limited oversight. It introduces a risk-based framework, requiring stringent impact assessments for AI used in high-stakes areas such as finance […]
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The kidnapping of worshippers from churches in Kaduna has reignited global scrutiny of Nigeria’s security crisis and raised fears of renewed US military action. After initially denying the attack, Nigerian authorities later confirmed that more than 160 people were abducted, a reversal that exposed credibility gaps in Abuja’s response. The incident has landed at a […]
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