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Cybercrime is no longer a distant threat absorbed by wealthy economies with the resources to absorb it. It has moved — quietly, deliberately — into the fastest-growing digital markets on earth. And in Africa, where connectivity is expanding faster than the safeguards around it, the cost is beginning to show. The Cost of Getting Connected […]
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This year, the digital asset industry will no longer be divided by ideology, but by execution. The question will not be whether digital assets belong in the financial system, that debate is effectively over, but rather which platforms can operate at scale, under regulation, and across borders without friction. This is the point where much […]
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When a massive freeze on U.S. foreign aid in 2025 threatened to collapse Nigeria’s HIV response, the burden of survival shifted from international agencies to local doorsteps. In Benue State, a “small army” of volunteer “HIV champions” like Josephine Angev took to dusty village paths, tracking down patients who had fallen out of care and […]
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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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