8 h. ago AI could add $1trn to Africa’s GDP but trigger over 20m job losses if mismanaged – Expert

Ademola Esther is the chief executive officer (CEO) of iSell Global. She is a data analyst, artificial intelligence specialist, gospel read more AI could add $1trn to Africa’s GDP but trigger over 20m job losses if mismanaged – Expert

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12 h. ago Independent to honour Nigerians with lifetime achievement, marks silver jubilee

Independent Newspapers Limited is set to recognise and honour outstanding Nigerians with lifetime achievement awards for their contributions to the read more Independent to honour Nigerians with lifetime achievement, marks silver jubilee

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17 h. ago Elon Musk targets OpenAI’s $500bn valuation with massive damages claim ahead of trial

Elon Musk has set his sights squarely on OpenAI’s $500 billion valuation, seeking between $79 billion and $134 billion in read more Elon Musk targets OpenAI’s $500bn valuation with massive damages claim ahead of trial

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18 h. ago German Finance Group Commits €30m To Boost Africa’s Clean Energy Drive

German development finance institution, DEG, and a subsidiary of KfW Group, have set a side a €30 million loan to Africa Go Green Fund, which specialises in financing climate solutions across Africa. The fund which invests in energy efficiency, clean cooking, electric mobility, green buildings and distributed energy solutions, is managed by Cygnum Capital manages […]

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25 h. ago ‘Omije Ojumi’ singer, Akinaanu set for private burial as fans mourn

Gospel singer Bunmi Akinaanu, known for her hit song ‘Omije Ojumi,’ has passed away. Read about her life, legacy, and private burial arrangements. Read More: https://punchng.com/omije-ojumi-singer-akinaanu-set-for-private-burial-as-fans-mourn/

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32 h. ago AFCON 2025: Osimhen, Lookman benched as S’Eagles battle Egypt for bronze

Nigeria’s Super Eagles face Egypt in the third-place playoff for the AFCON 2025 bronze medal. See the startling lineup with Osimhen and Lookman benched. Read More: https://punchng.com/afcon-2025-osimhen-lookman-benched-as-seagles-battle-egypt-for-bronze/

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33 h. ago NIGERIA IN BRIEF: Rent set to soar, BUA, MTN, Dangote top market, Kogi IRS payment, twin tragedy

Africa’s biggest gold producer to double royalties, end stability deals https://businessday.ng/news/article/ghana-to-double-royalties-scrap-stability-deals/ Ghana plans to scrap long-term mining stability agreements and read more NIGERIA IN BRIEF: Rent set to soar, BUA, MTN, Dangote top market, Kogi IRS payment, twin tragedy

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33 h. ago AFCON: Chukwueze Starts, Osimhen, Lookman, Benched For Egypt Vs Nigeria Game

Chukwueze, the AC Milan loanee, was the subject of criticism after his penalty miss in Nigeria's shootout loss to hosts Morocco in the semi-final match on Wednesday.  The post AFCON: Chukwueze Starts, Osimhen, Lookman, Benched For Egypt Vs Nigeria Game appeared first on Channels Television.

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34 h. ago AFCON 2025: [LIVE UPDATES] [EGY 0 – 0 NGA] Lookman in as second half kicks off

Live updates from the AFCON 2025 third place playoff as the Super Eagles of Nigeria battle Egypt for the bronze medal. Follow the key moments. Read More: https://punchng.com/afcon-2025-live-updates-nga-0-0-egy-eagles-seek-redemption-in-egypt-showdown/

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40 h. ago Atalanta Set To Retain Ademola Lookman Amid Fenerbahce Interest

Atalanta are reportedly planning to keep winger Ademola Lookman at the club until the end of the current season, despite strong interest from Turkish Super Lig giants Fenerbahce. Fenerbahce were understood to be preparing an offer of €5 million for a loan deal until the end of the season, with an obligation to buy for […]

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56 h. ago Zichis Agro Allied Industries listing to increase NGX market cap by N1.96bn

 …to list 1.086bn units at N1.81 per share  The Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) is set to list Zichis Agro Allied read more Zichis Agro Allied Industries listing to increase NGX market cap by N1.96bn

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56 h. ago Africa’s biggest gold producer to double royalties, end stability deals

Ghana is set to scrap long-term mining investment stability agreements and sharply raise royalty rates as part of a broad read more Africa’s biggest gold producer to double royalties, end stability deals

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58 h. ago NGX set to list Zichis Agro Allied Industries on its Growth Board

The Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) is set to list Zichis Agro Allied Industries Plc on its Growth Board. There will read more NGX set to list Zichis Agro Allied Industries on its Growth Board

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62 h. ago Rivers Assembly Urges Chief Judge To Begin Impeachment Probe Against Fubara, Deputy

Rivers State House of Assembly on Friday, called on the Chief Judge of the state, to set up panel to investigate the allegations of gross misconduct against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Ngozi Odu. The assembly members, who made the call through a unanimous vote, vowed to continue with the impeachment process. The lawmakers […] The post Rivers Assembly Urges Chief Judge To Begin Impeachment Probe Against Fubara, Deputy appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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63 h. ago AFCON 2025: Super Eagles Shift Focus To Bronze Medal Clash In Casablanca

Nigeria’s Super Eagles have redirected their attention to the upcoming third-place match against Egypt’s Pharaohs, set to take place on Saturday at the Mohammed V Stadium in Casablanca. The team arrived in Casablanca yesterday afternoon and engaged in a recovery training session that was open to the media. However, today’s training session will be conducted […]

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3 d. ago We’ll Further Strengthen Oyo’s Security Architecture – Makinde

Governor Seyi Makinde also hinted that plans were afoot to set up a welfare scheme for the families of the five forest guards killed recently at the Oloka Village axis of the old Oyo National Park in Oriire Local Government Area of the state.  The post We’ll Further Strengthen Oyo’s Security Architecture – Makinde appeared first on Channels Television.

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3 d. ago Nigeria’s participation in sustainability summit will boost global partnerships — Ex

Nigeria’s participation in the Abu Dhabi Sustainability Summit is set to boost global partnerships, attract green investment, and advance climate action go Read More: https://punchng.com/nigerias-participation-in-sustainability-summit-will-boost-global-partnerships-ex-rep/

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3 d. ago Nigeria’s Maiden Science Communications Confab Begins January 20

The maiden edition of Nigeria’s Science, Technology and Innovation Communication Conference (STICOMMS), is set to hold next week, January 20-22, 2026, at the African University of Science and Technology (AUST), Abuja. This was disclosed yesterday by Atulomah Obiora, chairman, Publicity Committee, STICOMMS 2026, stressing that the conference with the theme “Communicating Science, Technology and Innovation […]

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3 d. ago As New Transformative Cycle Begins For Varsities, Polytechnics, Colleges

Nigeria’s tertiary education sector is set for a year of transformation as the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) kicks off its 2026 intervention cycle. The strategic workshop held at TETFund’s Abuja auditorium on 13 January brought together heads of universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education to review disbursement guidelines and map out the year’s roadmap […]

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4 d. ago Ground rent: Wike orders crackdown on defaulting Abuja property owners

The FCTA, under Minister Nyesom Wike, is set to begin enforcement against Abuja property owners defaulting on ground rent and other land charges. Read More: https://punchng.com/ground-rent-wike-orders-crackdown-on-defaulting-abuja-property-owners/

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