10 m. ago Only 40% of Nigeria’s Power Capacity Available for Dispatch in October 2025—NERC

The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has disclosed that only 40 per cent of the country’s total installed power capacity was available for dispatch in October 2025, highlighting significant challenges within the national electricity supply ecosystem. According to the latest Operational Performance Factsheet released by NERC on Tuesday, nationwide grid-connected power plants produced a total […]

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11 m. ago Banks’ Deposit With Central Bank Of Nigeria Soars To N48.40trn

The Nigerian banking sector’s deposits with the Central Bank surged by 154 per cent, reaching N48.40 trillion in the second quarter of 2025. Data from the CBN’s economic report for Q2 2025 showed that the sharp increase occurred as the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) intensified efforts to withdraw excess liquidity from the financial system […]

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12 m. ago Govt Unveils Reforms For Accountability In World Bank–funded Projects

The Office of the Accountant General of the Federation (OAGF) has announced a new set of management reforms designed to strengthen transparency, accountability, and efficiency in the execution of World Bank–funded projects across Nigeria. The accountant general of the federation, Dr Shamseldeen Babatunde Ogunjimi, disclosed the measures during his remarks at a financial workshop for […]

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17 m. ago Bimodal Accreditation System Has Erased Ghost Voters Malaise – Amupitan

The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash Amupitan, SAN, declared that the deployment of the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS), has effectively solved the protracted challenge of identifying theft in Nigeria’s elections. The chairman made the declaration while speaking at the 2025 Digital Nigeria International Conference and Exhibitions organised by the […]

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55 m. ago Nicki Minaj says Christians in Nigeria are under attack during UN speech

U.S. rapper Nicki Minaj visited the United Nations headquarters on Tuesday, saying Christians in Nigeria are “being targeted, driven from read more Nicki Minaj says Christians in Nigeria are under attack during UN speech

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68 m. ago Sokoto Govt Commences Oral Cholera Vaccination In 2 Councils

Sokoto State Government, has commenced Oral Cholera Vaccination, OCV, campaign following the confirmation of cholera cases in Dange Shuni and Goronyo local government areas of the state. The vaccination exercise, which began after the outbreak was confirmed, is being supported by UNICEF and other development partners. Speaking to journalists on the measures taken by the […]

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95 m. ago We’re not involved in physical confrontation at the PDP national secretariat — Police

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Command of the Nigeria Police Force has clarified social media reports on

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99 m. ago Technology has ended era of voter impersonation, says INEC chairman

THE chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Joash Amupitan, has declared that the deployment of the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS) has effectively solved the protracted challenge of identity theft in Nigeria’s elections. He made the declaration while speaking at the 2025 Digital Nigeria International Conference and Exhibitions in Abuja, held on […]

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2 h. ago Entreprenuers, not govt hand outs or foreign aid, will drive Nigeria’s future —Tony Elumelu

Founder of the Tony Elumelu Foundation and Group Chairman of UBA, Tony Elumelu, has urged Nigerian leaders to build partnerships that empower entrepreneurs’ growth, calling for stronger collaboration across government, the private sector and institutions to create an environment where local businesses can scale, thrive and ultimately transform the economy. Delivering the keynote address entitled […]

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2 h. ago Killings In Nigeria Did Not Amount To Christian Genocide – Forum

Northern Christian Youths and Leaders Forum (NCYLF) has said the recent killings across the country do not amount to genocide. They also reaffirmed their commitment to peace, accountability and active political engagement for sustainable peace in the country. The declaration followed a high-level consultative meeting in Jos, Plateau State, convened by the director general of […]

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2 h. ago The alleged withdrawal of orderly from Rivers judge over judgment against police

BY now, Nigerians are fairly well acquainted with their country being often a theatre of the absurd. But even at that, certain events still appear too shocking to be real. One of such is the recent allegation by the rights organisation, Society for Rule of Law in Nigeria (SRLN), regarding the alleged withdrawal of the […]

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3 h. ago Federal Govt Sets Agenda As Nigeria Hosts 2025 Africa Gold, Gemstone Conference

The federal government has outlined a strategic agenda for driving industrial growth and regional integration as Nigeria prepares to host the 2025 Africa Gold and Gemstone Conference. Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr Dele Alake, reaffirmed this commitment during a pre-event briefing for the 4th African Gems and Jewellery Exhibition & Conference / Gold & […]

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3 h. ago ‘Nigeria’s Local Content Model Suitable For African Oil Producers Growth’

The Petroleum Technology Association of Nigeria (PETAN), has urged a stronger public–private supplier collaboration across Africa’s oil and gas industry. It noted that Nigeria’s NOGICD Act, implemented by the NCDMB, had delivered impressive results, raising in-country value retention and local manufacturing from five per cent in 2010 to 56 per cent in 2024, a model […]

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3 h. ago Seventeen of Nigeria’s 23 power plants run below 50% capacity

…As blackouts pain deepens Nigeria’s power grid slipped deeper into distress in October as new operational data show that 17 read more Seventeen of Nigeria’s 23 power plants run below 50% capacity

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3 h. ago ‘My desk job made me unfulfilled, I found purpose in entreprenuership’

For Bolaji Hannah Oladiji, Founder and Creative Director, Goldlake, her investment in storytelling is more than a profession but a calling deeply rooted in heritage, history, and impact. Born into the Oladiji family in Ibadan, a city she fondly describes as ‘the home of culture and tradition’, Bolaji’s world view was shaped by the richness […]

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3 h. ago African Marketplace Dubai 2025 ends, showcases Africa and the Caribbean’s finest to the world

THE African Marketplace Dubai 2025 officially closed yesterday at the Grand Hyatt Hotel, Dubai, bringing together about 200 export-ready brands, creators, and SMEs from Africa and the Caribbean for a four-day exhibition focused on trade, culture, and enterprise. Exhibitors from Nigeria, Ghana, Togo, Senegal, Seychelles, Tanzania, Rwanda, the UAE, the UK, and the US showcased […]

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4 h. ago Economic growth: NDPHC asserts commitment to light up communities, industries

The Managing Director/CEO of the Niger Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC), Engineer. Jennifer Adighije, has restated the company’s commitment to lighting up communities, energising industries, and accelerating Nigeria’s economic transformation through reliable and sustainable power infrastructure. Adighije made the pledge at the groundbreaking ceremony of the 7.5MVA, 33/11kV Injection Substation and 2.5km 33kV line at […]

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4 h. ago Why Nigerian startups avoid listings in Nigerian Exchange Group —Report

A new report by TLP Advisory has revealed deep-rooted structural, financial, and regulatory barriers preventing Nigeria’s fast-growing startups from listing on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX), despite reforms introduced through the NGX Technology Board in 2022. The report: “Rethinking Funding & Exits: Nigeria’s Missing IPOs and the NGX,” warns that the absence of local listings threatens […]

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4 h. ago Retail investors’ stock deals nearly double in chase for returns

Retail participation in Nigeria’s stock market surged in the first nine months of 2025, with transactions by individual investors rising read more Retail investors’ stock deals nearly double in chase for returns

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5 h. ago Mastercard, Zenith bank launch Essential Debit Card to boost financial inclusion

Mastercard and Zenith Bank have collaborated to launch the Essential Debit Card, scalable solution designed to enhance access to secure digital payments in Nigeria. The card is tailored to meet the everyday financial needs of underserved populations, including low-income earners, who have historically faced barriers to formal banking services. The introduction of this card comes […]

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