5 h. ago Akwa Ibom monarch petitions senate presidency over unemployment

Two years into the implementation of the ARISE Agenda of Akwa Ibom State, the unemployment rate remains alarming, sending many read more Akwa Ibom monarch petitions senate presidency over unemployment

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7 h. ago G20: Africa’s growth key to global stability, prosperity – FG

The federal government has called for stronger international cooperation to advance Africa’s industrialisation and agricultural transformation, declaring that the continent’s read more G20: Africa’s growth key to global stability, prosperity – FG

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10 h. ago Niger Delta Foundation, Okomu Oil Seal N1.2bn Deal For Prosperity In Edo Communities

The Foundation for Partnership Initiatives in the Niger Delta (PIND) and Okomu Oil Palm Company Plc have signed a landmark N1.2 billion partnership agreement to drive peacebuilding, livelihood improvement, and inclusive development across Okomu’s host communities in Edo State. Anchored on a three-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed in 2024 and strengthened by a new […]

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16 h. ago Food security: SAA President meets Obasanjo, IFAD, Japan Ambassador, others

The President of the Sasakawa Africa Association (SAA), Mr. Shuichi Suzuki, on Monday met with former Nigeria’s President, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital. The visit to the former president was part of Mr. Suzuki’s agenda, who is on a week-long familiarisation visit aimed at deepening discussions on the Japanese organisation’s long-standing […]

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17 h. ago Vote according to your conscience, Obi of Onitsha tells electorate

The Obi of Onitsha, Igwe Nnaemeka Achebe, on Monday challenged the electorate and other stakeholders in Saturday’s governorship election in Anambra State on good conduct and transparency during the poll. Achebe made this call while speaking with newsmen on Monday in Onitsha. The traditional ruler also urged voters to exercise their civic responsibility peacefully, emphasising […]

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17 h. ago Cassava stakeholders strategise to drive industrialisation agenda

Nigeria’s cassava sector took a major step toward industrial transformation this week as the Nigerian Cassava Industrialisation Group (NCIG), in collaboration with the Industrial Cassava Stakeholders Association of Nigeria (ICSAN), the National Cassava Growers Association (NCGA), and the National Research & Development Partners (NRDP), reaffirmed their shared commitment to advancing the nation’s cassava industrialisation agenda […]

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17 h. ago 350 Bauchi State youths graduate from agribusiness training in Nasarawa

Over 350 young people from Bauchi State have successfully graduated from the 2025 Innovative and Integrated Agricultural Value Chains Agribusiness Training at CSS Global Integrated Farms in Gora, Nasarawa State. This two-week training program was designed to equip the youth with modern farming skills and knowledge to drive positive change in agribusiness. Representing the Executive […]

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18 h. ago Stakeholders reaffirm commitment to advancing Nigeria’s sustainability agenda

Stakeholders at this year’s Private Sector ESG Forum have reaffirmed their commitment to advancing Nigeria sustainability agenda. Leading the pack, BAT Nigeria emphasised the critical role of the private sector in driving climate action and economic resilience across the continent. Delivering a keynote address at the forum, themed:  “Energy Security and Decarbonisation: Bridging the Gap […]

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21 h. ago NOG Energy Week set to unite leaders driving Africa’s energy progress

Nigeria is accelerating its drive to achieve an ambitious crude oil production target of 2.5 million barrels per day by 2026, supported by

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22 h. ago AI, drones, data integration will define next phase oil and gas efficiency — Tech experts

Artificial intelligence (AI), drone surveillance and advanced data integration are poised to drive the next wave of operational efficiency in read more AI, drones, data integration will define next phase oil and gas efficiency — Tech experts

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26 h. ago Trump invasion threat detrimental to Nigeria’s investment drive – CPPE

The Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise (CPPE) has decried the potential impact of the recent invasion threat made read more Trump invasion threat detrimental to Nigeria’s investment drive – CPPE

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30 h. ago Otedola Backs Tinubu’s 15% Fuel Import Tariff Despite Public Criticism

Billionaire businessman, Femi Otedola, has applauded President Bola Tinubu over the introduction of a 15 per cent import tariff on petrol and diesel, a policy that has attracted criticism from some stakeholders, saying the move will safeguard investments in Nigeria’s refining and energy value chain. Otedola, in a post on X, described the new tariff […]

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36 h. ago Human Capital Remains Ports Authority’s Greatest Asset — Dantsoho

The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) has reaffirmed that its greatest asset lies in infrastructure and technology and in its people, who drive the nation’s maritime growth. The managing director of the NPA, Dr. Abubakar Dantsoho, stated this on Monday during the maiden edition of the National Mentoring Day celebration held at the Authority’s headquarters in […]

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37 h. ago Nigeria’s refining revolution: Dangote’s gambit and Africa’s industrial destiny

In the annals of African industrialisation, moments of genuine triumph are as scarce as they are instructive. The Dangote Group’s read more Nigeria’s refining revolution: Dangote’s gambit and Africa’s industrial destiny

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38 h. ago CBN’s new agent banking rules tighten Nigeria’s financial inclusion drive (Part 1)

On 6 October 2025, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) released comprehensive guidelines for agent banking operations, signalling a significant read more CBN’s new agent banking rules tighten Nigeria’s financial inclusion drive (Part 1)

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40 h. ago NCRIB President charts new course to drive inclusive sector growth

THE newly elected President of the Nigerian Council of Registered Insurance Brokers (NCRIB), Mrs. Ekeoma Ezeibe, has unveiled “One Insurance Industry” as the central thrust of her administration, aimed at fostering unity, deepening market penetration, and repositioning the insurance sector for greater national impact. Mrs. Ezeibe announced this strategic agenda during a press conference in […]

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40 h. ago Stakeholders chart course toward $1trn economy at ISAN conference

THE Independent Shareholders Association of Nigeria (ISAN) yesterday held its 8th Triennial Delegates Conference at the NECA House, Lagos, bringing together top policymakers, regulators, investors, and business leaders to deliberate on strategies for achieving Nigeria’s ambition of becoming a $1 trillion economy by 2030. The conference held in Lagos on Thursday, themed “Nigeria: Towards a […]

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47 h. ago 2027: Kano APC stakeholders urge Senator Jibrin to join governorship race

In what has been described as an unprecedented political gathering in Kano State, thousands of supporters from across all 44 read more 2027: Kano APC stakeholders urge Senator Jibrin to join governorship race

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52 h. ago Lagos port operator empowers Apapa youths with 51 Scholarships

Nigeria’s largest container terminal operator, APM Terminals Apapa, has awarded scholarships to 51 students from its host communities in Apapa Local Government Area, Lagos, as part of its renewed drive to promote education and youth development.

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54 h. ago Creatives Connect Afrika: Bold statement for Africa’s creative economy, stakeholders

As AfCFTA, Black Star, ATP debut festival in Accra The ‘Africa Rising’ phenomenon cannot be at a better time than read more Creatives Connect Afrika: Bold statement for Africa’s creative economy, stakeholders

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