36 m. ago WAES reflects Nigeria’s steadfast commitment to inclusive, region wide collaboration – FG

…Says summit, a landmark moment  From Aidoghie Paulinus, Abuja   The Federal Government, has said the West African Economic Summit (WAES) reflects Nigeria’s steadfast commitment to inclusive, region-wide collaboration, bringing together, all West African countries, irrespective of institutional alignments, to confront shared challenges and seize the opportunities that await the sub-region.   The Minister of […] The post WAES reflects Nigeria’s steadfast commitment to inclusive, region wide collaboration – FG appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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66 m. ago Bauchi: BASEPA, WaterAid Nigeria train manual pit emptiers in fecal sludge management

Tribune Online Bauchi: BASEPA, WaterAid Nigeria train manual pit emptiers in fecal sludge management Bauchi State Environmental Protection Agency (BASEPA), in collaboration with WaterAid Nigeria, organised a two-day second batch training on... Bauchi: BASEPA, WaterAid Nigeria train manual pit emptiers in fecal sludge management Tribune Online

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96 m. ago Ghana evacuates citizens from Iran as tensions with Israel escalate

Ghana has begun evacuating its nationals from Iran in response to the escalating hostilities between Iran and Israel. The first read more Ghana evacuates citizens from Iran as tensions with Israel escalate

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1 hour ago Niger nationalises uranium mine amid growing rift with France

Niger’s military government has announced the nationalisation of the Somair uranium mining venture, escalating tensions with France and continuing a read more Niger nationalises uranium mine amid growing rift with France

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1 hour ago WAES: Experts make case for more equity investments to grow trade

…Seek more emphasis on local sources of finance, as against foreign capital As Africa accelerates efforts to deepen intra-continental trade read more WAES: Experts make case for more equity investments to grow trade

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3 h. ago Nigeria tops global stablecoin adoption as Africa’s digital asset booms

Nigeria has been ranked top in the adoption of stablecoin and the second globally in overall digital asset usage, according read more Nigeria tops global stablecoin adoption as Africa’s digital asset booms

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4 h. ago West African industries ready to scale global markets — Minister

Tribune Online West African industries ready to scale global markets — Minister "West African industries have already proven their strength through significant achievements in banking, digital services, agriculture, and extractive" West African industries ready to scale global markets — Minister Tribune Online

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6 h. ago FG urged to include private institutions in TETFund research grants

Tribune Online FG urged to include private institutions in TETFund research grants Government should Prioritise consistent investment in scientific research, especially in Physical Chemistry, which is vital for progress in energy, health, environment FG urged to include private institutions in TETFund research grants Tribune Online

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6 h. ago How volatile forex rates affect Oyo’s debt servicing, govt house overhauling cost — Makinde

Tribune Online How volatile forex rates affect Oyo’s debt servicing, govt house overhauling cost — Makinde He expressed concern over the state's helplessness in the face of foreign exchange fluctuations, emphasising that matters of currency and exchange rate fall strictly under the Federal Government’s exclusive legislative list. How volatile forex rates affect Oyo’s debt servicing, govt house overhauling cost — Makinde Tribune Online

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6 h. ago Loans, Digital Access Top Agenda As Nigeria Hosts 4th AU MSME Forum

Delegates from over 50 African countries will converge on Abuja, the capital city of Nigeria, from Monday, June 23 to Friday, 27, 2025, to address challenges affecting small businesses, particularly affordable financing, enhancing digital transformation and improving market access. According to a statement by spokesman of the vice president of Nigeria, Stanley Nkwocha, the country […]

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6 h. ago Nigeria’s fertiliser makers export N856bn worth of urea in first quarter

Fertiliser manufacturers in Africa’s most populous country have seen a boost in their urea exports in the first quarter of read more Nigeria’s fertiliser makers export N856bn worth of urea in first quarter

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7 h. ago African, Caribbean Leaders To Headline Afreximbank’s 32nd Annual Meetings In Abuja

The 32nd Annual Meetings (AAM2025) of African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) is expected to bring together an influential coalition of global, African and CARICOM leaders in Abuja, Nigeria, from June 25–27, 2025. The high-level forum will focus on advancing trade, investment, and innovation across the continent, with Heads of State, Prime Ministers, top business executives, academics […]

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7 h. ago “Most Nigerians In Hollywood Grew Up In England” — Stella Damasus On Industry Challenges

Veteran actress Stella Damasus has opened up about the difficulties Nigerian actors face in securing roles in Hollywood. She noted that the main reason Nollywood actors struggle to secure roles in Hollywood is due to the industry’s stereotyped portrayal of Africans, which she said does not align with how most Nigerians are perceived. The actress […] The post “Most Nigerians In Hollywood Grew Up In England” — Stella Damasus On Industry Challenges appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago World Refugee Day: Institute Calls For End To Insecurity, Mass Killings

As the world marks the World Refugee Day on June 20, the Institute for Humanitarian Studies and Social Development (IHSD) in Nigeria has called on the African leaders and the global community to act decisively against the growing scourge of insecurity, displacement, and mass killings across the continent. Speaking at a press conference in Abuja […]

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8 h. ago Concerns As French Corporations Degrade Africa’s Environment

For centuries, the African continent has been an object of special interest for Western powers. Its rich subsoil, fertile lands, and unique natural landscapes became the foundation of colonial exploitation. French colonizers extracted resources, laying the groundwork for their own economic prosperity at the expense of systemic plundering of African territories and populations. With the […]

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9 h. ago WAFCON 2025: Super Falcons coach names strong squad for Morocco

Super Falcons head coach Justine Madugu has named a 24-player squad for the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), read more WAFCON 2025: Super Falcons coach names strong squad for Morocco

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9 h. ago NBM Of Africa Disowns Stanley Kakor, Says Tenure As President Over

The leadership of the Neo Black Movement (NBM) of Africa has publicly declared that Mr. Ese Stanley Kakor is no longer the President of the organisation, stating that his tenure has officially ended. NBM of Africa, in a statement on Friday by the group’s Chairman, Board of Trustees and the Body of Founders, Hon. (Barr.) […]

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9 h. ago African, Caribbean leaders to headline Afreximbank’s annual meetings in Abuja

African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) will, next week, bring together an influential coalition of global, African and CARICOM leaders in Abuja read more African, Caribbean leaders to headline Afreximbank’s annual meetings in Abuja

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11 h. ago Telegram Founder Pavel Durov To Share $17bn Wealth Among 106 Children

Telegram founder and CEO Pavel Durov has revealed plans to bequeath his estimated $17 billion fortune to his 106 biological children, but not until the year 2055. In an interview published on Thursday by French magazine Le Point, the 40-year-old tech mogul said he recently finalised his will, placing a 30-year delay on access to […]

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12 h. ago Beyond tech: Why Africa’s competitive edge lies in digital well

As International Picnic Day encourages us to step away from screens and reconnect with one another, it also offers a read more Beyond tech: Why Africa’s competitive edge lies in digital well-being

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