1 hour ago Seun Kuti Distances Himself From Babangida’s Book, Insists He Knows Enough

Renowned Nigerian musician Seun Kuti has responded to the controversy surrounding former military president Ibrahim Babangida’s newly released book. Notably, the former military leader recently introduced his book, A Journey in Service. The revelations in the book have sparked widespread discussions, as it provided insight into some key events in the nation’s history. READ MORE: […] The post Seun Kuti Distances Himself From Babangida’s Book, Insists He Knows Enough appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Lagos govt moves to transform Lekki into Africa’s premier destination for trade

Tribune Online Lagos govt moves to transform Lekki into Africa’s premier destination for trade Lagos State Government on Tuesday, formally unveiled Operation Quadrant Ignite (OQI), saying that through the bold initiative, it seeks to transform the Lekki Economic Zone (LEZ) into Africa’s premier destination for manufacturing, trade, and investment. Lagos govt moves to transform Lekki into Africa’s premier destination for trade Tribune Online

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2 h. ago The financial empowerment of the middle class: Why it matters

The clock was ticking. We knew he was going to die. His organs were slowly shutting down. First, his bowels, read more The financial empowerment of the middle class: Why it matters

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2 h. ago OPEC restates commitment to unlocking Africa’s oil potential

The Secretary-General of the Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries, Haitham Al-Ghais, has reaffirmed the organisation’s commitment to unlocking Africa’s full oil potential, emphasising that it remains a top priority for OPEC. Speaking during the opening ceremony of the eighth edition of the Nigerian International Energy Summit on Tuesday in Abuja, Al-Ghais stated that the Read More

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4 h. ago DeepSeek may launch new AI model earlier than planned — Reports

Tribune Online DeepSeek may launch new AI model earlier than planned — Reports Chinese AI company DeepSeek is accelerating the release of its next-generation AI model, R2, in a move to solidify its position as a leading player in artificial intelligence. DeepSeek may launch new AI model earlier than planned — Reports Tribune Online

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5 h. ago Beige Africa, KIBA Foundation Launch Financial Literacy Illustration Book

Beige Africa, in collaboration with the KIBA Foundation, has launched a Financial Literacy Illustration Book aimed at equipping African children with essential money management skills. The initiative, dedicated to the memory of Miss Abisola Kamson, targeted children aged 5 to 13 and sought to instill financial literacy in them from an early age. As part […]

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5 h. ago Transcorp Power reports 115% revenue growth, N80bn profit in 2024

Transcorp Power Plc has declared a revenue growth of 115 per cent in 2024, amounting to N305.9 billion and an operating profit after tax of N80.01 billion. The Chairman, Board of Directors, Transcorp Power Plc, Mr Emmanuel Nnorom, disclosed this on Tuesday in Abuja, at the companies’ Annual General Meeting. Nnorom said that the financial Read More

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5 h. ago Kalu Urges IBB To Expose Those Behind June 12 Election Annulment

Former Abia State governor and Senator representing Abia North Senatorial District, Orji Uzor Kalu, has called on former military president Ibrahim Babangida to fully disclose the events surrounding the annulment of the June 12, 1993 presidential election in the second edition of his book. Addressing journalists on Tuesday in Abuja, Senator Kalu responded to recent […]

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7 h. ago Realwarripikin Foundation: Empowering Women And Supporting Education Across Nigeria

Realwarripikin Foundation, an NGO founded on September 12, 2019, by Anita Asuoha popularly known as Realwarripikin, has made remarkable strides in empowering women and supporting education in Nigeria. The organization has been a driving force for change through its various initiatives, most notably the Back to School Campaign and the Women Empowerment Scheme. In its […]

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7 h. ago IBB’s book has exposed origin of banditry, corruption, Igbo marginalisation — Obidigbo

Tribune Online IBB’s book has exposed origin of banditry, corruption, Igbo marginalisation — Obidigbo An elder statesman, Dr. Chike Obidigbo, has described the recently unveiled memoir of former military President Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida as an authoritative exposition of the impediments to Nigeria’s progress. IBB’s book has exposed origin of banditry, corruption, Igbo marginalisation — Obidigbo Tribune Online

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7 h. ago NNPC Shipping, partners unveil joint venture to boost crude transport

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Shipping, Stena Bulk, and Caverton Marine Limited have announced the signing of a new joint venture that will transform Nigerian maritime transportation. The partnership will focus on developing and operating tankers to efficiently transport crude oil across Nigeria and West Africa, reducing reliance on foreign vessels. A statement by the Read More

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8 h. ago Bybit: North Korean hackers steal record $1.5bn in single crypto heist 

Tribune Online Bybit: North Korean hackers steal record $1.5bn in single crypto heist  “We’ve never seen anything on this scale before. The ability of these illicit financial networks to absorb such huge amounts of money so quickly is deeply concerning,” he said. Bybit: North Korean hackers steal record $1.5bn in single crypto heist  Tribune Online

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8 h. ago SEE LIST: US Excludes Nigeria, UK, Others From 2025 Visa Waiver

The United States has released the list of eligible countries for its 2025 Visa Waiver Programme (VWP), with notable exclusions, including the United Kingdom and all African nations. While the UK was left out of the programme, it remained eligible under specific conditions. Similarly, countries such as Nigeria, Ghana, and South Africa are not included, […]

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9 h. ago Expert raises alarm over rising homelessness in Nigeria, Africa 

Tribune Online Expert raises alarm over rising homelessness in Nigeria, Africa  Homelessness is on the rise in Nigeria and around the African continent, International Housing Finance Specialist, Mr Kunle Faleti, has raised the alarm. For this reason, he has charged policymakers, operators and stakeholders in Nigeria’s housing finance, building and construction industries to always remember that home ownership by the people should not be taken for […] Expert raises alarm over rising homelessness in Nigeria, Africa  Tribune Online

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9 h. ago Filmhouse Group, others launch initiative to train young Nigerian creatives

The Filmhouse Group, a West African entertainment powerhouse, has partnered with the Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF) and the University read more Filmhouse Group, others launch initiative to train young Nigerian creatives

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10 h. ago ANI Launches Beekeeping To Promote Food Security In Adamawa, Taraba

To complement efforts by the federal government to secure food through agriculture, the African Nature Investment Foundation (ANI) has launched a beekeeping programme for farmers living around the two sectors of Gashak-Gumti National Park, located in Adamawa and Taraba states in the northeastern part of Nigeria. Gashaka is south of the park located in Taraba […]

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13 h. ago Sokoto distributes food items, financial assistance to Islamic leaders

From Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto The Sokoto State Government has distributed foodstuffs and financial assistance to Imams, their deputies, and Mu’adhins across the state in order to support them during the holy month of Ramadan. Governor Ahmed Aliyu, who flagged off the distribution ceremony, announced that each Imam will receive five bags of maize and N100,000, […] The post Sokoto distributes food items, financial assistance to Islamic leaders appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Insurance Investor, Aletor, Dangote, Others Get ADVAN Industry Leadership Award

The chairman of Capital Express Holdings Limited, Chief Anthony Aletor and Africa’s richest man, founder, Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, among others, won the prestigious Advertisers Association of Nigeria (ADVAN) Awards, at the weekend in Lagos. Other recipients are:  the founder/CEO, Emzor Pharmaceuticals, Dr. Stella Okolo; founder/chairman, GIC Motors, Dr. Diana Chen; and founder/CEO, Air Peace […]

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14 h. ago IBB’s Book: Name INEC Headquarters After Humphrey Nwosu, Okorie Tells Tinubu

The founder and first national chairman of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), Chief Chekwas Okorie, has urged  President Bola Tinubu to name the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) headquarters in Abuja after late Professor Humphrey Nwosu for the critical role he played as chairman of the electoral body during the June 12, 1993 presidential […]

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14 h. ago The future of Nigeria’s leadership: Why investing in human capital is no longer optional

Nigeria is at a defining moment. With the largest youth population in Africa, the country holds immense potential to shape read more The future of Nigeria’s leadership: Why investing in human capital is no longer optional

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