2 h. ago NTDA hails Naija Flavour 2025 as bold statement of Nigeria’s cultural power, creative economy

Naija Flavour, a flagship brand of the Nigerian Tourism Development Authority (NTDA), has been described as a spectacular cultural experience that reaffirmed Nigeria’s place as a rising hub for culture-led tourism and creative enterprise. The event, which was held at the Monoliza Park in Abuja, captured everything that defined the Nigerian identity which include food, […]

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33 h. ago Fidson commences rights issue for N21bn to fortify market dominance

Fidson Healthcare Plc, Nigeria’s leading pharmaceutical manufacturer, has initiated the formal launch of its rights issue upon receipt of the final regulatory approval of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX). In a statement from Temitope Akindele, Corporate Services Manager at Fidson Healthcare Plc, the company stated that this is […]

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64 h. ago Deola Art Alade Convenes Nigeria’s Most Influential Women At ‘Women Driving Culture’ Luncheon

Co-founder of Livespot360 and serial entrepreneur redefining the African creative and entertainment landscape, Deola Art Alade, hosted the ‘Women Driving Culture’ Luncheon, an intimate gathering that brought together some of Nigeria’s most influential women shaping the country’s cultural, creative, and consumer economy. Held at Mr Panther, Victoria Island, the luncheon was designed as a strategic […]

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5 d. ago Otti approves Abia entertainment village to boost creative industry

Governor Alex Otti approves an Abia entertainment village in Aba to boost the creative economy, providing a new platform for arts, music, and culture. Read More: https://punchng.com/otti-approves-abia-entertainment-village-to-boost-creative-industry/

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6 d. ago FG Issues 28 Gas Flare Commercialisation Permits, Eyes $2bn Investments, 100,000 Jobs

The move marked a pivotal shift from environmental liability to economic opportunity in Nigeria’s upstream petroleum sector, according to a statement by the NUPRC.    The post FG Issues 28 Gas Flare Commercialisation Permits, Eyes $2bn Investments, 100,000 Jobs appeared first on Channels Television.

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6 d. ago MTN Nigeria’s A’isha Mumuni calls for policy, investment reforms to boost Africa’s creative economy at NECLive

The Chief Digital Officer of MTN Nigeria, A’isha Umar Mumuni, has urged governments, investors, and stakeholders to prioritise policy, infrastructure, and investment reforms to ensure African creators can compete globally and profit from their work. The MTN executive made the call while delivering a keynote speech on “Accessing the Global Creative Innovation in a Digital […]

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7 d. ago Army Chief Solicits Traditional Rulers’ Support For Military Operations

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, on Thursday, implored traditional rulers in the country to support military operations. Lt.-Gen. Shaibu made the call during a courtesy visit to the Oba of Lagos, Oba Rilwan Akiolu, at his palace in Lagos. A statement by the Nigerian Army spokesperson, Colonel Appolonia Anele, said […]

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9 d. ago How Nigeria’s creative economy success offers a blueprint for every sector

Nigeria’s entertainment industry didn’t accidentally become a global force. While the rest of Nigerian business was still debating whether digital read more How Nigeria’s creative economy success offers a blueprint for every sector

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9 d. ago IACD: Corruption Fuelling Insecurity In Nigeria, Says CISLAC/TI

The Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC)/Nigerian chapter of Transparency International (TI), has warned that corruption remains one of the most destructive forces driving insecurity across the country. The Executive Director of CISLAC and Head of TI-Nigeria, Comrade Auwal Musa Rafsanjani, gave the warning in a statement as the world marks the International Anti-Corruption Day […]

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9 d. ago Akpabio’s Commitment To Nigeria Endures, Tinubu Hails Senate President At 63

  President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Senate President Godswill Akpabio on his 63rd birthday, describing him as a patriot and dedicated servant of the people whose commitment to building a better Nigeria has remained unwavering. In a statement personally signed by him on Tuesday, President Tinubu rejoices with Senator Akpabio and joins his family, friends, […]

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9 d. ago Burkina Faso Arrests 11 Nigerian Soldiers, Impounds Military Aircraft For Violating Country’s Airspace

The Government of Burkina Faso said a Nigerian Air Force aircraft carrying 11 soldiers was forced to land in the country on Monday after reportedly violating its airspace. The development was reported by the Agence d’Information du Burkina, the state-run news agency, which published a statement from the Confederation of Sahel States. The statement, translated […] The post Burkina Faso Arrests 11 Nigerian Soldiers, Impounds Military Aircraft For Violating Country’s Airspace appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Sahel military juntas silent over fate of 11 Nigerian personnel in grounded aircraft

The military juntas, comprising Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger Republic, in a joint statement, accused Nigeria of violating its confederal airspace after a Nigerian Air Force C-130 aircraft made an emergency landing in Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso, on Monday.

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1 week ago US legislator Moore says security talks with Nigeria ‘productive’

A visiting United States legislator, Rep. Riley Moore, has hailed his recent engagement with Nigeria’s National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, describing the talks as “productive and positive”. He also praised the Federal Government for the rescue of abducted Catholic schoolchildren, an outcome he said demonstrated Nigeria’s strengthened response to insecurity. In a statement posted on […]

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1 week ago LP Reps caucus accuses Tinubu, APC of prioritising 2027 elections over Nigerians’ welfare

THE Labour Party (LP) Caucus in the House of Representatives, on Sunday, accused President Bola Tinubu and the leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) of prioritising 2027 politics over the welfare and security of Nigerians. In a statement issued by the Labour Party caucus leader, Honourable Afam Ogene, in Abuja, the lawmakers reiterated that […]

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2 w. ago Inuwa Yahaya, Gates Foundation Partner To Strengthen Polio Immunisation

Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya met with a delegation from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation on Thursday to deepen collaboration on improving polio immunisation coverage in hard-to-reach and security-challenged communities across Northern Nigeria. This was disclosed in a press statement issued yesterday by Ismaila Uba Misilli, Director-General, Press Affairs, Government House, Gombe. The meeting, held […]

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2 w. ago At 100, Yakasai Embodies A Century Of Service To Freedom, Democracy — Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu has paid glowing tribute to elder statesman and nationalist, Alhaji Tanko Yakasai, describing him as the embodiment of a century-long commitment to Nigeria’s freedom, democracy, and national unity. In a statement personally signed by him on Thursday, the President honoured the centenarian ahead of his 100th birthday on December 5, calling him […]

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2 w. ago No One Should Live In Fear Because Of Their Religion: Full Briefing/Statement Of US Joint Hearing On Nigeria

This is not the first time the lawmakers will be meeting over the issue. The post No One Should Live In Fear Because Of Their Religion: Full Briefing/Statement Of US Joint Hearing On Nigeria appeared first on Channels Television.

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2 w. ago 36 States, FCT to showcase cultural heritage during foods, culture festival

Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy, Barrister Hannatu Musa Musawa on Tuesday disclosed that plans have been

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2 w. ago Senator Lauds Gambo, Dadu’ut NOMINATION As Ambassadors – Designate

Chairman of the Senate Committee on Labour, Employment and Productivity, Senator Diket Plang, has lauded the nomination of Yakubu Gambo and Senator Nora Dadu’ut as ambassadors -designate of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. Plang, in a statement issued in Jos, said the nominations were well-deserved, given their experiences and accomplishments, adding that they go beyond […]

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2 w. ago Viral Vide: Days After Seeking Amnesty, Money For Bandits Like Yar’Adua Gave Niger

The Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) has refuted claims that it endorsed amnesty and financial incentives for terrorists and bandits operating across northern Nigeria. In a sharply worded statement released on Monday, the ACF dismissed the allegation sparked by a viral video clip from an interview granted to ARISE News by its Board of Trustees Chairman, […] The post Viral Vide: Days After Seeking Amnesty, Money For Bandits Like Yar’Adua Gave Niger-Delta Militants, Arewa Leaders Deny Saying So appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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