51 h. ago CSquared’s fiber backbone set to accelerates West Africa’s digital transformation

Infrastructure connects coastal, landlocked nations By Chinenye Anuforo CSquared, a pan-African technology company, on Thursday, announced a significant milestone with the major expansion of its West African fibre network, an initiative that bridges digital divides across coastal and landlocked countries while driving economic growth across the region. Building on its active operations across the continent, […] The post CSquared’s fiber backbone set to accelerates West Africa’s digital transformation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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58 h. ago US approves potential $346m sale of precision weapons to Nigeria

The United States has approved a potential $346 million arms deal with Nigeria, aimed at enhancing the West African nation’s read more US approves potential $346m sale of precision weapons to Nigeria

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66 h. ago ‘Why it is cheaper to ship cargoes to Europe than West African ports’

Tribune Online ‘Why it is cheaper to ship cargoes to Europe than West African ports’ As Nigeria grapples with port congestion, outdated infrastructure, and the growing demand to maximise the gains of the African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA), the role of professional shipbrokers has never been more critical. In this interview with maritime journalists, Chairman of the Nigerian chapter of the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers (ICS), Mr. Sesan Ajayi, […] ‘Why it is cheaper to ship cargoes to Europe than West African ports’ Tribune Online

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66 h. ago Alausa assures of ministry’s commitment to integrity of national exams

Tribune Online Alausa assures of ministry’s commitment to integrity of national exams The Federal Ministry of Education has confirmed the resolution of a technical glitch that affected the recent release of the 2025 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) results, reassuring the public of its commitment to maintaining the integrity of national examinations. He gave the assurance in a press release via the ministry’s X (formerly […] Alausa assures of ministry’s commitment to integrity of national exams Tribune Online

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3 d. ago SFi Africa Brands’ CEO, Nzurum, expands access to Crayola’s creative tools across West Africa

With an expanding footprint in education and retail distribution, Stephen Nzurum of SFi Africa Brands Ltd is leading efforts to read more SFi Africa Brands’ CEO, Nzurum, expands access to Crayola’s creative tools across West Africa

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3 d. ago Ekpo Affirms FG’s Drive To Expand Gas Infrastructure, Power Neighbouring Economies

The minister of state for Petroleum Resources (Gas), Rt. Hon. Ekperikpe Ekpo has reaffirmed the federal government’s unwavering commitment to expanding gas infrastructure, reducing gas flaring, and enhancing energy supply to power neighbouring West African economies. Speaking during a key meeting with the outgoing and incoming managing directors of the West African Gas Pipeline Company […]

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4 d. ago Capital importation to reach $19.3bn in 2025, Afrinvest forecasts

Tribune Online Capital importation to reach $19.3bn in 2025, Afrinvest forecasts NIGERIA’S capital importation is projected to hit $19.3 billion by the end of 2025, marking a significant 56.1 per cent increase compared to 2024, according to a forecast by Afrinvest (West) Africa Limited. The investment banking and advisory firm attributed the upbeat outlook to a favourable domestic interest rate environment, relative price and currency stability, […] Capital importation to reach $19.3bn in 2025, Afrinvest forecasts Tribune Online

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5 d. ago LAIF Awards 2025: AAAN gears up to celebrate excellence in creative industry

It is another year to celebrate excellence, originality, and innovation among players in Nigeria and West Africa’s creative industry as read more LAIF Awards 2025: AAAN gears up to celebrate excellence in creative industry

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5 d. ago Redefining African infrastructure through visionary engineering

Tribune Online Redefining African infrastructure through visionary engineering By Opeyemi Oguntoye IN a continent where infrastructure gaps have long stifled economic potentials, one company has consistently demonstrated that African ingenuity can bridge the divide between ambition and reality. First Tricon Ltd, a Nigerian-owned construction powerhouse, has been quietly rewriting the rules of infrastructure development across West Africa, turning geographical challenges into showcases of […] Redefining African infrastructure through visionary engineering Tribune Online

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6 d. ago West Africa continues study on Lassa Fever, Malaria coinfection

Tribune Online West Africa continues study on Lassa Fever, Malaria coinfection “ENABLE 1.5 will determine symptomatic infection rates confirmed by RT-PCR testing, measure malaria co-infection among Lassa patients West Africa continues study on Lassa Fever, Malaria coinfection Tribune Online

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6 d. ago ExxonMobil To Provide Investment Insights In Nigeria’s Deepwater Frontier At 2025 AEW

ExxonMobil, is set to underscore its long-term commitment to Africa’s burgeoning energy sector and with specific commitments in Nigeria’s deep water frontiers. The company will give the highlights at the highly anticipated 2025 African Energy Week (AEW) conference in Cape Town. Nigeria, Africa’s largest oil producer, remains a cornerstone of ExxonMobil’s West African operations. The […]

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6 d. ago Savouring Cotonou’s tourism renaissance, tour of Africa’s Venice

There are so many attractions to lure an average tourist to visit the West African country of Benin Republic, Nigeria’s neighbour. Top among these is the ancient Trans-Atlantic slave port Ouidah which has the sacred forest, pythons’ shrine, the ancient slave market,  and  Point of No Return all serving as major pulls for tourists.   […] The post Savouring Cotonou’s tourism renaissance, tour of Africa’s Venice appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago WANEP equips 1,500 community women with peacebuilding skills

From Ighomuaye Lucky, Benin A group, West Africa Network for Peacebuilding (WANEP), Nigeria, said it has trained over 1,500 community women with Peacebuilding skills to wade into conflict and ensure peaceful resolution in project areas. The National Network Coordinator (NNC) of the West Africa Network for Peacebuilding- Dr. Bridget Osakwe, disclosed this at a 2-Day […] The post WANEP equips 1,500 community women with peacebuilding skills appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Making Money From Monograms Imprint On Men’s Fashion Outfits

Monogramming has become one of the most lucrative trends in Nigeria’s menswear scene, offering a unique blend of tradition, prestige, and personalisation. This craft of stitching initials or insignias onto garments has grown into a profitable business for designers and entrepreneurs across West Africa. Today’s style-conscious Nigerian men, including political figures, executives, grooms, and young […]

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8 d. ago 2025 WASSCE: Success rate jumps to 62.9% as WAEC reviews results

By John Ogunsemore No fewer than 1,239,884 candidates, representing 62.9 percent, for the 2025 West African Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (WASSCE) now have credit passes in five subjects or more, including English Language and Mathematics. This followed a review of earlier released results by the West African Examination Council (WAEC). The examination body earlier pegged […] The post 2025 WASSCE: Success rate jumps to 62.9% as WAEC reviews results appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago 2025 WASSCE: Success rates jumps to 62.9% as WAEC reviews results

By John Ogunsemore No fewer than 1,239,884 candidates, representing 62.9 percent, for the 2025 West African Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (WASSCE) now have credit passes in five subjects or more, including English Language and Mathematics. This followed a review of earlier released results by the West African Examination Council (WAEC). The examination body earlier pegged […] The post 2025 WASSCE: Success rates jumps to 62.9% as WAEC reviews results appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago WASSCE: WAEC review shows 63%, not 32%, obtained 5 credits or more in English, Math

The West African Examination Council (WAEC) has announced a review of the 2025 West African Senior School Certificate (WASSCE) results, read more WASSCE: WAEC review shows 63%, not 32%, obtained 5 credits or more in English, Math

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8 d. ago 2025 WASSCE: WAEC releases correct results; 62.96% pass English, Maths

Tribune Online 2025 WASSCE: WAEC releases correct results; 62.96% pass English, Maths The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has released fresh and correct results of candidates who sat this year’s May/June West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE). 2025 WASSCE: WAEC releases correct results; 62.96% pass English, Maths Tribune Online

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8 d. ago Pharmacists slam NMA’s ‘hostile resistance’ to consultant cadre reforms

Tribune Online Pharmacists slam NMA’s ‘hostile resistance’ to consultant cadre reforms The Nigeria chapter of the West Africa Postgraduate College of Pharmacists has condemned recent statements by the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), describing them as regressive, hostile and a direct affront to professional growth and patient safety in the country’s health sector.  This was contained in a rejoinder issued via a statement signed by the chairman […] Pharmacists slam NMA’s ‘hostile resistance’ to consultant cadre reforms Tribune Online

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9 d. ago WASSCE 2025 results: Checker portal access denied to address technical glitches

The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has announced that candidates eager to check their 2025 West African Senior School Certificate read more WASSCE 2025 results: Checker portal access denied to address technical glitches

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