By Ismail Olatunji Rising operating costs have become increasingly overwhelming for most businesses in Nigeria in the past two to three years. Escalating costs of fuel, power, labour, transportation, equipment maintenance and security, coupled with forex fluctuations and availability have especially put pressure on the telecom industry, with significant impact on business growth and sustainability, […]

The sports betting industry is thriving all around the world, employing more than 200,000 people across 25,000 businesses. The global industry continues to grow due to increased demand, better betting options and regulatory changes.

By Godwin Oritse In a bold step towards enhancing primary healthcare delivery in Rivers State, the West Africa Container Terminal (WACT)-APM Terminals Nigeria has donated and commissioned solar power systems to two primary healthcare centers in its host communities of Onne and Ogu. The beneficiaries of the solar projects are the Model Primary Health Care […]

By Abel Egware The Challenge: Saltwater Intrusion into Coastal Aquifers Saltwater intrusion is a critical environmental and public health issue that threatens freshwater supplies in coastal regions worldwide. This phenomenon occurs when saline water encroaches into freshwater aquifers, driven by factors such as: The consequences of saltwater intrusion are profound: The Innovation: Numerical Modeling for […]

In my little village of Ekpon in Edo State, the elders used to talk about the tortoise always being in the news. That it is always involved in one scandal or the other. A Nigerian writer, Anezi Okoro wrote a novel, One Week One Trouble in 1972. The Nigeria Football Federation, NFF may have been […]

By Peter Duru, Makurdi Benue State is to establish an Investment Trust Fund to help provide support and resources for young entrepreneurs to start and grow their own Small and Medium Enterprises, SMEs, in the state. The Group Managing Director of Benue Investment and Property Company, BIPC, Dr. Raymond Asemakaha made this known during a […]

By Yemisi Suleiman  In an era where luxury fashion is continuously redefined, Braveleo Couture stands as a formidable force in the global menswear industry. Helmed by visionary designer Osima Orugba, the brand is an intersection of cultural heritage, precision tailoring, and groundbreaking innovation, positioning itself not only as a luxury house but as a leader […]

Controversy has erupted in South-West Nigeria over the establishment of Sharia panels in the region, with Muslim leaders emphasizing their right to self-determination and non-Muslim groups expressing apprehensions about the potential implications of such panels.

By Kingsley Adegboye Imperial EdTech, in collaboration with the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) and key international partners, has announced a comprehensive Data Protection & Privacy Awareness Workshop aimed at strengthening data protection compliance within Nigeria’s growing technology ecosystem. The high-impact workshop, scheduled for Thursday, January 16th, 2025 in Lagos brings together government leaders, technical […]

…calls for support for greater impacts By Gabriel Ewepu ABUJA – A nonprofit organization, Orient Community Foundation, Monday, commended the Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme, PAP, Dr Dennis Otuaro over his sterling leadership and achievements after he was appointed by President Bola Tinubu. This was contained in a statement signed by the Chairman/CEO Orient […]

The Island Wolves, on Sunday, defeated 9-2-5ERS, 40 – 35, in the 2025 maiden edition of a Basketball tournament held in Lagos Island. The game, held at the Campos Mini Stadium, witnessed a large turn out of basketball enthusiasts who were thrilled by the performances of both sides. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports […]

By Adeola Badru Eruwa, located in Ibarapa East Local Government Area of Oyo State, has begun the selection of a new Eleruwa in line with the 1957 Eruwa Chieftaincy Declaration. The significant move came six years after the throne was declared vacant following the Supreme Court ruling in 2019, which led to the removal of […]

Despite challenges such as limited access to funding, bureaucratic hurdles, and inadequate infrastructure, the entrepreneurial spirit thrives. Success stories like Flutterwave and Paystack, which have achieved global acclaim, inspire many to persist.

By Gabriel Ewepu In a historic event that took place on the 11th of January 2025, Dr Samira Buhari, the inspirational founder of the Daurama Foundation, was honoured with the revered title of Daurama Karama. According to a statement issued by Daurama Foundation, the prestigious recognition celebrates Dr Buhari’s remarkable contributions to society but also […]

Digital technology experts, enthusiasts, policy makers and other stakeholders across Africa are gearing up for the maiden INCATA Cybersecurity in AI Summit. Organizers are targeting 1,000 participants in the summit, to be held in Lagos on February 1st 2025, with the theme; Data Security in the Age of AI. The International Network for Cybersecurity and […]