Kwara to unveil Nigeria’s largest state-owned Shea Butter factory
Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, has commended President Bola Tinubu’s recent directive banning the export of raw shea butter, describing it as a move that will boost local production and strengthen the value chain of the commodity.
NGO partners Kwara Govt to establish Code clubs in schools
By Demola Akinyemi, Ilorin A non profit organisation, Webfala Digital Skills for All Initiative (WDSFAI) has partnered with the Kwara State government to establish Code Clubs in schools across the state to empower young learners with 21st century digital skills. In a statement issued on Wednesday to Vanguard,the organisation’s executive director, Nafisat Bakare, disclosed that […]
Industry leaders set for Africa Data Sovereignty conference in Lagos
By Juliet Umeh Industry leaders, regulators, and enterprise executives will gather in Lagos for the Africa Data Sovereignty Conference, a major event set to address Africa’s fast-changing digital infrastructure landscape. With the theme “Empowering Enterprises with Secure, In-Country Infrastructure,” the conference, convened by Olla Systems in partnership with Africa Hyperscalers, will spotlight data localization, infrastructure […]
How we’re driving growth, innovation in Nigeria’s e-commerce sector – Ezejelue Ejike
Ezejelue Ejike, CEO of Amary Nigeria, is emerging as one of the leading figures shaping Nigeria’s fast-growing e-commerce landscape
Sparktopus CEO Emmanuel Masebinu launches global AI-driven IT services firm
Emmanuel Masebinu, the CEO and founder of Sparktopus, is charting a new course with the launch of AI-driven IT services
E-govt reforms save trillions for Nigeria, deliver N24bn cash transfers – NDPC
By Juliet Umeh National Commissioner/CEO of the Nigeria Data Protection Commission, NDPC, Dr. Vincent Olatunji, Thursday said Nigeria’s adoption of e-Government systems has delivered measurable impact across service delivery, financial management, and anti-corruption reforms. Speaking at the 7th Nigeria e-Government Summit, Dr. Olatunji disclosed that through the National Identification Number-enabled conditional cash transfer scheme, over […]
Tea firm launches nationwide campaign to promote shared moments
Tea brand Lipton has announced the launch of a nationwide campaign encouraging Nigerians to connect and bond over shared tea moments. The initiative, themed “Tea So Good You’ll Want to Share,” highlights the role of tea in everyday social life, from early morning conversations at roadside mai shayi stands to evening gatherings in homes across […]
Food: Agric Ministry, IFDC, collaborate on upscaling fertilizer availability, soil enhancement
IN an effort to fast track development in the agriculture sector and achieve food sovereignty, the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security in collaboration with the International Fertilizer Development Centre, IFDC, has strategized to ensure availability, accessibility, affordability of fertilizer and boosting soil health as well as achieve food and nutrition security in Nigeria.
TICAD9: Fidson, Ohara strike deal to transform Africa’s healthcare
By Chioma Obinna One of Nigeria’s leading pharmaceutical manufacturer, Fidson Healthcare Plc, has taken a bold step toward reshaping Africa’s healthcare future by deepening its strategic alliance with Japan’s Ohara Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. The announcement was made at the 9th Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD9), a premier forum driving stronger Japan-Africa cooperation.The Fidson […]
Abuja-Kaduna train derailment: FG to release report on cause of incident in 23 days
The Federal Government announced yesterday, that the cause of the Abuja-Kaduna train derailment would be made public in 23 days.
Flood: 29 states, FCT, 107 LGAs, 631 communities at risk this month — FG
The Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency, NiHSA, predicted yesterday, that 29 states and the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, as well as 107 local government areas and 631 communities were at risk of flooding between now and mid September.
Fedmas Studios to release blockbuster film NINI
ABUJA—Fedmas Studios has announced the nationwide release of its highly anticipated film, NINI, scheduled to hit cinemas on October 3, 2025. Distributed by Tribe Nation Theatrical Distribution, the movie will premiere on Sunday, September 28, at Silverbird Cinema, Jabi Lake Mall, Abuja. Written, directed, and produced by filmmaker Sam Idiagbonya, NINI explores themes of love, […]
Minimum wage: States have no excuse not to pay beyond N70,000 —NECA
Following the rising cost of living in the country and its impact on the people, as well as the increase in Federal allocations to all tiers of government, the Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association, NECA, has said state governments had no excuse not to pay civil servants above the ?70,000 minimum wage.
Retirement: Court nullifies 15-year compulsory service rule for soldiers
The National Industrial Court, NIC, sitting in Abuja, yesterday, nullified provision of the harmonised terms and conditions of service for officers of the Nigerian Armed Forces, HTACOS, which made it mandatory for soldiers to serve for a minimum of 15 years before being allowed to resign.
Dangote Refinery: One year, one refinery, a nation transformed
By ABIODUN ALADE In just 12 months, the Dangote Petroleum Refinery has shifted Nigeria from fuel importer to regional energy supplier, stabilised its currency, slashed fuel costs, and sparked an industrial revival. As Africa’s largest refinery marks its first year of operation, it stands as a bold symbol of private ambition driving national transformation. One year […]
Kwara PDP Guber aspirant, Ladi Hassan tasks members to support him
By Demola Akinyemi, Ilorin A frontline gubernatorial aspirant of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)in Kwara state, Alhaji Ladi Hassan, has tasked members of his party to open their eyes and support him to emerge as the party’s flag bearer and not allow people to deceive them. Speaking in an interview with journalists in Ilorin, Ladi […]
