9 m. ago Burkina junta leader pardons 21 soldiers for 2015 failed coup

The head of the junta in Burkina Faso has pardoned 21 soldiers convicted of involvement in a failed coup in 2015, according to an official decree seen by AFP on Monday. The troubled west African country has been run since September 2022 by military leaders following a coup headed by Captain Ibrahim Traore. Traore announced Read More

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64 m. ago New Horizons Champions Inclusion With Lifetime Job For Visually Impaired Corps Member

In a remarkable show of corporate social responsibility (CSR) and commitment to inclusion, New Horizons Nigeria has offered a lifetime employment opportunity to Olayinka Akinbiyi, a visually impaired National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member. This initiative reflects the organization’s dedication to ensuring that physically challenged individuals are given equal opportunities in the workplace. Olayinka, who […]

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97 m. ago Multichoice revenues plunge amidst loss of nearly 4m subscribers in 24 months

MultiChoice, Africa’s leading entertainment platform, has told its shareholders to brace for more difficult times ahead, as it is operating read more Multichoice revenues plunge amidst loss of nearly 4m subscribers in 24 months

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1 hour ago British Pensioner, 84, attacked by XL bully dog dies in hospital

An 84-year-old man who was attacked by an XL bully has died, police have said. The victim was taken to read more British Pensioner, 84, attacked by XL bully dog dies in hospital

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3 h. ago Aremu tackles OBJ, Obi, over comments on democracy dying in Africa, Nigeria

Endorses Tinubu for second term From Noah Ebije, Kaduna Foremost Nigerian labour leader and Director General of Michael Imoudu National Institute for Labour Studies (MINILS), Issa Aremu, has tackled former President Olusegun Obasanjo and 2023 Labour Party (LP) Presidential Candidate, Peter Obi, over their recent comments that democracy was dying in Nigeria and Africa. Aremu […] The post Aremu tackles OBJ, Obi, over comments on democracy dying in Africa, Nigeria appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago TREXM Holdings Launches CSR Initiative To Impact 100 Nigerian Students

TREXM Holdings is on a mission to unlock the potential of Nigeria’s youth through impactful corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives read more TREXM Holdings Launches CSR Initiative To Impact 100 Nigerian Students

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5 h. ago Green Africa suspends flight operations over aircraft lessor issues

Green Africa has announced the temporary suspension of its flight operations due to an unforeseen issue with its aircraft lessor. read more Green Africa suspends flight operations over aircraft lessor issues

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7 h. ago Sahel Juntas Impose 0.5% Levy On Imports From Nigeria, Other ECOWAS Nations

Three Sahel countries ruled by military juntas – Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger – have introduced a 0.5% levy on imported goods from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) member-nations, including Nigeria. The three countries, each ruled by military juntas that came to power through recent coups in 2023, had established the Alliance […]

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7 h. ago Experts Point Out Ways to Credit Opportunities, and Financial Literacy to Boost the Economy at Firstcentral’s Credit Bureau 7.0 Webinar

Experts in Nigeria’s financial sector have explored ways Nigerians can access credit opportunities and become financially literate in a bid read more Experts Point Out Ways to Credit Opportunities, and Financial Literacy to Boost the Economy at Firstcentral’s Credit Bureau 7.0 Webinar

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8 h. ago Key Factors in Using Supply Demand Zones for More Accurate Forex Decisions

In Nigeria, many aspiring investors often wonder what forex trading is as they explore diverse opportunities to grow their wealth. In simple terms, the foreign exchange market involves buying and selling currency pairs with the hope of making a profit from changes in currency prices. As global economic trends continue to shift, more Nigerians are Read More

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9 h. ago Organisers to announce entries for 7th Africa Youth in Tourism Innovation Challenge

Following the closure of the 7th Africa Youth in Tourism Innovation Challenge submissions, over 150 African young change-makers are waiting read more Organisers to announce entries for 7th Africa Youth in Tourism Innovation Challenge

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10 h. ago Africa’s AI revolution: How the continent’s first AI factory will accelerate development

Introduction Africa stands on the brink of a technological revolution. With the announcement of Cassava Technologies’ AI Factory, the continent read more Africa’s AI revolution: How the continent’s first AI factory will accelerate development

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12 h. ago Student Body Lauds Ogun Police Chief, Calls For Action Against Sexual Crimes

The Progressive Students Movement (PSM), a prominent Pan-African student organization, has commended the Commissioner of Police in Ogun State, Lanre Ogunlowo, for his proactive approach in tackling crime and social vices. The group also called for a stronger partnership in addressing rape, sexual harassment, and cultism in the state. Speaking after a meeting with the […]

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14 h. ago How bankruptcy led Nigerian boxer to death in Ghana – NBBofC

The Nigeria Boxing Board of Control says boxer Segun ‘Success’ Olanrewaju, who died in Accra, Ghana on Saturday, was not granted approval for the fatal bout after his initial fight scheduled for Friday was cancelled after being adjudged overweight. The 40-year-old former National and West African light-heavyweight champion lost consciousness during his bout against Ghanaian Read More

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15 h. ago Empowering tomorrow: Bold vision of the Nigerian Youth Academy

Tribune Online Empowering tomorrow: Bold vision of the Nigerian Youth Academy AMIDST Africa’s vibrant landscape, where the energy of youth is both tangible and inspiring, stands a guiding light of hope and change: the Nigerian Youth Academy. With over 200 million citizens, Nigeria’s burgeoning population of young people is eager to redefine their futures. It is within this dynamic environment that the Nigerian Youth Academy sets […] Empowering tomorrow: Bold vision of the Nigerian Youth Academy Tribune Online

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16 h. ago Nigerian boxer collapses, dies in ring during fight in Ghana

A  40-year-old Nigerian boxer, Segun ‘Success’ Olanrewaju, has died after collapsing during a boxing match in Ghana. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the former National and West African light-heavyweight champion, was facing Accra-born John Mbanugu, nicknamed “Power” in an undercard bout of Ghana’s Professional Boxing League. The sad incident occurred at the […] The post Nigerian boxer collapses, dies in ring during fight in Ghana appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Edo govt partners LAPO to tackle challenges facing women, girls

Tribune Online Edo govt partners LAPO to tackle challenges facing women, girls The Edo State Government (EDSG) has announced its intention to partner with the Lift Above Poverty Organisation (LAPO) to address various issues affecting women and girls in the state. The State Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Chief Bisi Idaomi, gave the assurance while receiving senior management staff from LAPO during a courtesy visit […] Edo govt partners LAPO to tackle challenges facing women, girls Tribune Online

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18 h. ago Nigeria’s Progress Under Tinubu Attracting Global Recognition – Bosun Tijani

The Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani, has praised President Bola Tinubu’s efforts to reform Nigeria, stating that his policies will position the country as the greatest in Africa. According to Tijani, Tinubu’s economic and governance reforms have earned him recognition as the best president in Africa and beyond. He highlighted the administration’s […] The post Nigeria’s Progress Under Tinubu Attracting Global Recognition – Bosun Tijani appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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23 h. ago Over 1000 dead, thousand injured in devastating earthquake in Myanmar

At least 1,000 people have been confirmed dead, with 2,376 injured and 30 still missing, after a powerful 7.7 magnitude read more Over 1000 dead, thousand injured in devastating earthquake in Myanmar

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24 h. ago APFFLON petitions Shippers’ Council to prevail on WACT to suspend planned tariff adjustment

From Steve Agbota The Africa Association of Professional Freight Forwarders and Logistics of Nigeria (APFFLON) has called on the Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC) to prevail on the West Africa Container Terminal (WACT) to suspend a planned tariff adjustment. In a statement issued yesterday by the President of APFFLON, Otunba Frank Ogunojemite, he said: “We hereby […] The post APFFLON petitions Shippers’ Council to prevail on WACT to suspend planned tariff adjustment appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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