11 h. ago Salpha Energy Powers 2m Households, Businesses With Homegrown Solar Innovation

  Across Africa, more than 600 million people live without reliable electricity. The impact is profound just as families have to navigate late evenings in darkness or by candlelight, local clinics cannot be as effective after sunset, and businesses close early because they lack power. For too long, Africa’s solar industry has depended on offshore […]

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15 h. ago Shea sector rebounds as local processing spurs revenue growth

Shea nut prices in Nigeria are stabilising after a brief dip following the federal government’s ban on raw exports. Prices, read more Shea sector rebounds as local processing spurs revenue growth

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24 h. ago FG unveils rainfed wheat varieties to boost local production, cut import

Abubakar Kyari, minister of Agriculture and Food Security, says Nigeria’s new climate-resilient rainfed wheat varieties will boost local production, reduce read more FG unveils rainfed wheat varieties to boost local production, cut import

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27 h. ago Local businesses in Enugu to thrive with New Yam Music Festival’s global draw

The New Yam Music Festival (NYMF), is poised to deliver a significant economic boost to local businesses as it attracts read more Local businesses in Enugu to thrive with New Yam Music Festival’s global draw

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29 h. ago Expert provides homegrown solution to Africa’s energy crisis

By Bolaji Okunola Nigerian-born energy expert, Sandra Chukwudozie, has provided a homegrown solution to Africa’s energy crisis by powering 2 million homes and businesses with local innovation. Chukwudozie, who is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Salpha Energy, expressed this at the recent Clinton Global Initiative (CGI) in New York. Speaking at the occasion, […] The post Expert provides homegrown solution to Africa’s energy crisis appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Use of local dredgers delaying Asaba Waterfront Project, Oborevwori frowns

…Says govt is not owing contractors Sheriff Oborevwori, Delta State Governor has frowned over the use of small-scale dredgers in read more Use of local dredgers delaying Asaba Waterfront Project, Oborevwori frowns

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6 d. ago How NEV Electric Ltd Is Using Local Manufacturing to Solve Nigeria’s Mass Transit Crisis and Power a Clean Future

As Nigeria marks 65 years of independence, attention is shifting toward the next phase of freedom — one defined not read more How NEV Electric Ltd Is Using Local Manufacturing to Solve Nigeria’s Mass Transit Crisis and Power a Clean Future

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1 week ago 2027: Mbah’s second term not negotiable, Obi’s fate in God’s hand –Igwe Waziri

By Zika Bobby Igwe Patrick Eze, popularly known as Igwe Waziri, is a renowned businessman and the traditional ruler of Egali Amalla, in Udenu Local Council of Enugu State, who likes to be on the side of truth. The monarch, who is also a Patron of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, in this interview, speaks on the situation […] The post 2027: Mbah’s second term not negotiable, Obi’s fate in God’s hand –Igwe Waziri appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago His Imperial Majesty, the Ooni of Ife, accepts role as royal patron and ambassador of African Global Festival Nigeria (AGLOFEST)

The African Global Festival Nigeria (AGLOFEST) is pleased to officially announce the acceptance of His Imperial Majesty, Ooni Adeyeye Enitan read more His Imperial Majesty, the Ooni of Ife, accepts role as royal patron and ambassador of African Global Festival Nigeria (AGLOFEST)

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3 w. ago Nigeria moves to local insulin production in landmark China partnership

The Federal Government has signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with Shanghai Haiqi Industrial Company Limited of China to begin read more Nigeria moves to local insulin production in landmark China partnership

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3 w. ago Kebbi Governor Pushes Bill To Transform Argungu Festival Into Economic Powerhouse

Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi State has appealed to the Federal Government to reposition the historic Argungu International Fishing and Cultural Festival as a global tourism attraction. He further noted that the festival should serve as a key driver of Nigeria’s Blue Economy, boosting both cultural heritage and economic growth. The Governor made the call […] The post Kebbi Governor Pushes Bill To Transform Argungu Festival Into Economic Powerhouse appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago UPDATED: Gov Lawal’s N1bn support sparks new trajectory for Zamfara businesses

Tribune Online UPDATED: Gov Lawal’s N1bn support sparks new trajectory for Zamfara businesses Governor Dauda Lawal has assured local entrepreneurs that Zamfara State is on a new path and is making significant and transformative strides. The Governor spoke at the inauguration and distribution of grants under the SABER (SERBS) programme at the JB Yakubu Secretariat, Gusau. A statement by the Governor’s spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, explained that the […] UPDATED: Gov Lawal’s N1bn support sparks new trajectory for Zamfara businesses Tribune Online

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3 w. ago FG prioritizes local firms for road projects below N20bn contract sum

The Federal Government has announced that road construction projects below the contract sum of N20 billion would no longer be read more FG prioritizes local firms for road projects below N20bn contract sum

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3 w. ago Local energy service providers must be given space to thrive – Ayodele Oni

BusinessDay’s Go Local initiative spotlights Nigerian enterprises that harness local resources to create world-class products and services across fashion, food, read more Local energy service providers must be given space to thrive – Ayodele Oni

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3 w. ago Bilateral promises, local realities: Who will drive Nigeria’s economic future?

Nigeria is signing trade deals across continents, but are we ready to cash in yet? In recent months, our government read more Bilateral promises, local realities: Who will drive Nigeria’s economic future?

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3 w. ago As Enugu cannot thrive in isolation, see wisdom in Mbah’s inclusive approach

By Wordshot Amaechi Ugwele In today’s interconnected Nigeria, no state can afford to operate as an island. This is precisely why I have continued to maintain that Governor Peter Mbah’s policy of inclusivity, in awarding contracts and extending opportunities beyond only indigenous Enugu people, reflects both wisdom and foresight. At present, local contractors still handle […] The post As Enugu cannot thrive in isolation, see wisdom in Mbah’s inclusive approach appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 w. ago Boosting Local Content: Dorman Long steps up to bridge skills gap

Africa is on the cusp of becoming the world’s next growth engine. The World Bank projects that by 2075, one read more Boosting Local Content: Dorman Long steps up to bridge skills gap

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