Stakeholders urge stronger science communication to drive national development
At the maiden Nigeria Science, Technology and Innovation Conference (STICOMMS), stakeholders in the country’s science and technology ecosystem emphasized the critical role of science communication in driving national development, shaping public policy, and promoting economic growth.
Why we need a new specialist for the Nigerian patient
The patient is massive — the “Giant of Africa” — standing tall, boisterous, and bursting with visible energy. But a trained eye would spot the tremors immediately
Okpara: Communications firm repositions as public influence player in 2026
By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA – An Abuja-based communications firm has announced a revised growth strategy for 2026, signalling a shift in how it positions its services and areas of focus. It said the change follows its work across finance, energy, healthcare, real estate and development sectors in 2025, and reflects what it describes as evolving […]
Digital taxation without cybersecurity a national risk – Expert
By Juliet Umeh Nigeria’s shift to digital tax administration could expose the country to serious revenue, data and trust risks if cybersecurity is not embedded at the core of implementation, Toluwani Akinniyi, a cybersecurity leader and Governance, Risk Management and Compliance expert, has warned. The warning comes as Nigeria prepares to implement sweeping tax reforms […]
Africa eyes global power through Futsal
By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA – The Association Africaine de Futsal (AAF) has rolled out an ambitious 2026 programme that places futsal at the heart of Africa’s bid for greater relevance and influence on the global sports stage, with youth development, international exposure and institutional partnerships forming the backbone of the plan. At a press briefing […]
Finlogic to simplify diaspora remittances after securing IMTO licence from CBN
By Ephraim Oseji In a strategic move to deepen foreign exchange liquidity and formalise international capital inflows, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has officially granted an International Money Transfer Operator (IMTO) licence to Finlogic, a leading cross-border remittance service provider.This regulatory approval aligns with the apex bank’s ambitious target to scale monthly inward remittances […]
AFCON 2025: Forum uses football to boost Nigeria–Morocco ties
By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA – The Nigeria–Morocco Commerce and Development Forum (NM-CDF) has unveiled a special support initiative for Nigerians in Morocco attending the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), leveraging sports diplomacy to strengthen bilateral ties between Nigeria and the Kingdom of Morocco. The initiative, coordinated through the Office of the Vice President of […]
AFCON: NSC leadership restoring trust in govt sports administration, Says MDAN
By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA – The Mascot Displayers Association of Nigeria (MDAN) has commended the leadership of the National Sports Commission (NSC) for what it described as a renewed sense of confidence and care in government sports administration during the just-concluded 2026 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco. The commendation was made in Abuja […]
Why the story of women over 40 must be rewritten — Kennedy Aja
By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA — A reality television programme centred on women aged 40 and above has announced the rollout of its third season after briefing journalists in Abuja on Wednesday. The Executive Producer, Kennedy Chukwuma Aja, spoke on the direction and scope of the new season, while the organisers identified Ambassador Jolly Nnenna Abani […]
Social security: NSITF launches nationwide safety drive to save Nigerian workers
The Managing Director of the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF), Barrister Olúwaceun Faleye, has launched a nationwide workplace safety initiative aimed at protecting Nigerian workers and boosting productivity. Faleye announced the initiative at a press conference to flag off the 2025 Safe Workplace Intervention Project (SWIP), a collaboration between NSITF and the Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association […]
Dogara steps into the spotlight as Nigeria seeks unity
Since independence in 1960, Nigeria’s politics has been shaped by the constant negotiation of balance between North and South, Muslim and Christian, majority and minority. The unwritten rules of power-sharing have often determined the stability of governments and the legitimacy of leadership. The 2023 elections reignited debates when the ruling party opted for a same-faith […]
