A fire incident on Thursday afternoon at Ifako-Ijaiye General Hospital in Lagos sparked panic across the facility. The blaze, which began around midday, affected part of the hospital, leading to swift action from emergency teams. By 3 p.m., the cause of the fire was still unknown as investigations got underway. […]
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South Africa secured their place in the final of the CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations Egypt 2025 with a narrow 1-0 victory over Nigeria in a tense semi-final at the Suez Canal Stadium on Thursday. The winning goal came in the 66th minute when Tylon Smith rose to meet […]
Nigeria is making waves in the African startup ecosystem, with five Nigerian startups securing top spots on the Financial Times’ 2025 list of Africa’s fastest-growing companies. The country claims 28 positions on the prestigious list, second only to South Africa’s 51. The rankings, compiled in collaboration with Statista, are based […]
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), in partnership with the Nigeria Inter-Bank Settlement System (NIBSS), has officially launched the Non-Resident Bank Verification Number (NRBVN) platform in Abuja, marking a significant step forward in the country’s efforts to boost financial inclusion for Nigerians living abroad. The new digital platform allows Nigerians […]
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has issued a strong warning to the public, debunking ongoing fraudulent activities by individuals and groups who falsely claim to offer loans, grants, or intervention funds endorsed by the bank. In a statement released on May 12, 2025, and signed by the acting Director […]
The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has made major headway in its mission to digitize the identity of every Nigerian, with over 120 million National Identification Numbers (NINs) issued so far. More impressively, the Commission says it has slashed corruption in the enrolment process by at least 40%—a result of […]
Lagosians are being urged to change how they see waste, not as something to throw away, but as a powerful tool for income and environmental sustainability. This message came from the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, during an exclusive […]
MTN Nigeria has entered into a groundbreaking partnership with the Government of Abia State, signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that sets the stage for a transformative digital journey across the state. The signing ceremony, held in Umuahia, signals a bold and collaborative move to accelerate digital access, economic inclusion, […]
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has reaffirmed its commitment to transforming Nigeria into a digitally intelligent nation through the adoption of the Internet of Things (IoT), positioning the country to harness the full potential of intelligent connectivity and smart technologies. Speaking at the IoT West Africa, Data Centre […]
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has called for stronger collaboration between academia, industry, and government. This was the central message delivered by NITDA’s Director General, Kashifu Inuwa, CCIE, during a high-profile visit by a delegation from Lancaster University, United Kingdom, led by Professor Kirk Semple, Director of International […]