In an effort to counter the dominance of well-known international companies and offer evaluations that more correctly reflect the continent’s economic reality, a new African-led credit rating agency is scheduled to launch by the end of September, Bloomberg said on Monday. By the end of 2025 or the beginning […]
Month: June 2025
Vice President Kashim Shettima will officially inaugurate the National Asset Restoration Programme this Sunday in Maiduguri, Borno State, as part of the Federal Government’s efforts to revitalize Nigeria’s agricultural infrastructure and promote food security. The launch event, taking place at the Borno State Agricultural Mechanization (BOSAMAN) Farm Centre, marks the […]
The 2025 Ojude Oba Festival kicked off in grand style as telecommunications giant Globacom hosted a spectacular cultural evening titled “Evening with Glo”, marking two decades of the company’s consistent sponsorship of the iconic celebration. The event featured legendary Juju musician Evangelist Ebenezer Obey Fabiyi and Fuji music icon Wasiu […]
A tragic incident unfolded near Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK), Awka, as a male student reportedly jumped from a three-storey building, resulting in his death. The incident occurred at a private lodge located close to the university’s main gate. Eyewitnesses and residents in the area said the student may have […]
The Super Eagles of Nigeria earned a hard-fought 1-1 draw against Russia in an international friendly match held at the Luzhniki Stadium in Moscow, with Tolu Arokodare scoring his maiden goal for the national team. The game began on a frustrating note for Nigeria, as defender Semi Ajayi inadvertently […]
Arsenal Football Club have entered advanced negotiations with RB Leipzig for the potential signing of highly-rated Slovenian striker Benjamin Šeško, according to renowned transfer journalist Fabrizio Romano. In an update shared via his official X (formerly Twitter) account on Friday, Romano revealed that discussions between the two clubs, as […]
In celebration of World Environment Day 2025, Airtel Nigeria, a leading telecommunications provider, has reaffirmed its commitment to environmental sustainability by launching a nationwide campaign to combat plastic pollution. This year’s global theme, “Ending Plastic Pollution,” resonated strongly with Airtel’s mission of environmental stewardship. The company’s initiative, branded #UnPlasticAfrica, commenced […]
In line with President Bola Tinubu’s priority of economic reform through inclusive growth, the Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa, CCIE, has made a passionate call for increased inclusion of persons with special needs across all of the agency’s policies and programmes. Speaking during […]
Nollywood actress Ruby Ojiakor has addressed the backlash surrounding her decision to hold her wedding ceremony at her husband Moc Madu’s place of worship, St. Philips Anglican Church. Taking to Instagram, the actress clarified that her decision was rooted in love, respect, and family values. She emphasized that her husband, […]
As the world commemoratesWorld Environment Day 2025 with the theme “Beat Plastic Pollution”, Chevron Nigeria Limited (CNL) has announced a remarkable 97% reduction in routine gas flaring. The company reaffirmed its commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainable development in line with this year’s global call to action. Plastic pollution defined […]