34 h. ago Angélique Kidjo Named First African Music Icon In Hollywood Walk Of Fame

Angélique Kidjo, a five-time Grammy Award winner, is set to break new ground as the first African artiste to be awarded a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Known for her powerful vocals, energetic stage presence, and genre-blending sound, Kidjo will be celebrated in the ‘Recordings’ category, joining a notable lineup that includes Miley […] The post Angélique Kidjo Named First African Music Icon In Hollywood Walk Of Fame appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 d. ago Export promotion: Afreximbank, LASG partner as 253 SMEs trained

In what is expected to build their capacity for export and boost the economy, Afreximbank and ImpactHER in partnership with read more Export promotion: Afreximbank, LASG partner as 253 SMEs trained

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3 d. ago NASENI Partners Abuja Technology Village For Enhanced Capacities

The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) has unveiled its strategic partnership with the Abuja Technology Village (ATV) to develop 300 hectares of land dedicated to factories, technology companies, and innovation-driven manufacturing plants to boost the national economy. Indications to this development emerged when the Executive Vice Chairman/CEO of NASENI Khalil Suleiman Halilu […]

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3 d. ago NASENI partners Abuja Tech Village to boost local manufacturing, innovation

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja As part for efforts to revitalise Nigeria’s manufacturing capacity and boost the economy, the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) has unveiled plans to transform 300 hectares of land at the Abuja Technology Village (ATV) into a hub for factories, technology companies, and innovation-driven enterprises. Executive Vice Chairman and […] The post NASENI partners Abuja Tech Village to boost local manufacturing, innovation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago NASENI partners Abuja Tech Village to drive local manufacturing, innovation

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja As part of efforts to revitalise Nigeria’s manufacturing capacity and boost the economy, the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) has unveiled plans to transform 300 hectares of land at the Abuja Technology Village (ATV) into a hub for factories, technology companies, and innovation-driven enterprises. The Executive Vice-Chairman and […] The post NASENI partners Abuja Tech Village to drive local manufacturing, innovation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago I Wrote Most Of Lyrics For African Queen, But It Was Joint Effort With Blackface – 2Baba

Legendary Nigerian music star, Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, has spoken on the long-running dispute surrounding the authorship of his iconic song, African Queen. Appearing on the 234 Mzansi Podcast, which aired on YouTube on Monday, 2Baba clarified that the track—widely credited for launching his solo career and boosting Nigeria’s presence on the global […] The post I Wrote Most Of Lyrics For African Queen, But It Was Joint Effort With Blackface – 2Baba appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Kogi trains 2,310 youths in CNG conversion to boost economy, tackle unemployment

Kogi State Government has commenced the training of 2,310 young people across the local government areas of the state in read more Kogi trains 2,310 youths in CNG conversion to boost economy, tackle unemployment

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7 d. ago Shettima calls for practical climate action at Ethiopia’s Green Legacy Launch

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   Nigeria’s Vice President Kashim Shettima has urged world leaders to move beyond rhetoric and take decisive, practical steps to combat climate change, warning that the threat requires urgent, country-specific action.   According to a statement issued by his media aide, Stanley Nkwocha, the Vice President speaking at the official launch […] The post Shettima calls for practical climate action at Ethiopia’s Green Legacy Launch appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago “African Leaders Hate Opposition, Lack Basic Economics” – Obasanjo

Former president Olusegun Obasanjo has described African leaders as haters of democracy, saying that they lacks basic economics knowledge to push the continent forward. Obasanjo also blamed Presidents of African nations over deficiency for underdevelopment, corruption, and dependency on foreign aid. The former Nigeria president led this out on Thursday, during a panel session at the […] The post “African Leaders Hate Opposition, Lack Basic Economics” – Obasanjo appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Super Falcons Arrive Casablanca For Final WAFCON Preparation

Nigeria’s Super Falcons have arrived, Casablanca, Morocco, for their final preparations ahead of the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that 22 players and team officials made the trip to Casablanca from Lisbon, Portugal on Thursday. The delegation includes, China-based forward Folashade Ijamilusi and USA-based Asisat Oshoala. Recall that the eleven-time African champions […] The post Super Falcons Arrive Casablanca For Final WAFCON Preparation appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago International Friendly: Super Falcons, Portugal Settle For Goalless Draw

Nigeria’s Super Falcons were held by Portugal Women to a goalless draw in an international friendly match on Monday. The game, which was played in Amadora City, Portugal, was part of the plans made by Nigeria Football Federation for the Women’s National Team ahead of Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports […] The post International Friendly: Super Falcons, Portugal Settle For Goalless Draw appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Shettima calls for formal integration of Africa’s informal economy to boost intra

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Vice President Kashim Shettima has emphasised the urgent need to integrate Africa’s vast informal economy into the formal intra-African trade framework to unlock the continent’s economic potential.     Shettima made the remarks at the 4th African Union Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) Forum held in Abuja, yesterday, where he […] The post Shettima calls for formal integration of Africa’s informal economy to boost intra-continental trade appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Shettima demands strong MSME ecosystem for Africa’s prosperity

Tribune Online Shettima demands strong MSME ecosystem for Africa’s prosperity Africa’s future economic success depends on its ability to integrate the informal sector into the formal intra-African trade framework. Shettima demands strong MSME ecosystem for Africa’s prosperity Tribune Online

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1 week ago Africa’s Prosperity Lies In Integrating Informal Sector Into AfCFTA — VP Shettima

Vice President Kashim Shettima has said that the future of Africa’s economic success depends on its ability to integrate the informal sector into the formal intra-African trade framework, particularly through the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). According to Shettima, the promise of a better future for Africa does not depend on the skyscrapers being […]

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1 week ago New NSC regulatory regime will boost growth in maritime sector — Akutah

Tribune Online New NSC regulatory regime will boost growth in maritime sector — Akutah "You will see the economy booming from the sector with many jobs created, you will see a lot of automation systems." New NSC regulatory regime will boost growth in maritime sector — Akutah Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Shettima condemns Konduga suicide bombing, pledges swift government action

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Vice President Kashim Shettima has strongly condemned the suicide bombing that claimed lives at a local food joint in Konduga, Borno State, on Friday night.  According to a statement by his media aide, Stanley Nkwocha, the VP while describing the attack as a “heinous act of terrorism against innocent civilians,” called […] The post Shettima condemns Konduga suicide bombing, pledges swift government action appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Youssouf Urges Media To Uphold Right To Accurate Information In Africa

President of the African Network of Journalists for the Promotion of Health and the Environment (REMAPSEN), Bamba Youssouf, has called on African media to uphold the public’s right to accurate and truthful information, especially on issues concerning health and the environment. Youssouf stated this as REMAPSEN marks its fifth anniversary on Thursday . In a […]

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3 w. ago Nigeria Remain Most Democratic Country In West Africa — George Akume

Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, has claimed that Nigeria remain the most democratic nation in Nigeria. Akume noted that despite many military takeovers in Sub-Saharan Africa, the country still stands out as a shining example of a nation upholding the tenets of democracy for 26 unbroken years. The SGF commended all […] The post Nigeria Remain Most Democratic Country In West Africa — George Akume appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Sony Music Publishing Teams Up With Bright Chimezie To Celebrate African Heritage

Sony Music Publishing has announced a significant deal with Nigerian highlife legend Bright Chimezie, aimed at preserving and reviving his rich musical legacy. Celebrated for his lively performance style and as the originator of the “Zigima Sound,” Bright Chimezie continues to play a crucial role in the development of contemporary highlife and Afrobeat. Sony Music […] The post Sony Music Publishing Teams Up With Bright Chimezie To Celebrate African Heritage appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Senegal Come From Behind, Become First African Team To Beat England

England succumbed to their first defeat to an African country as they were beaten 3-1 by Senegal in an international friendly at City Ground on Tuesday. Senegal stretched their unbeaten streak to 24 games, while the Three Lions’ loss, which included a disallowed late goal from Jude Bellingham for a handball in the build-up, was […] The post Senegal Come From Behind, Become First African Team To Beat England appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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