Nigeria’s economic future depends, in no small measure, on its ability to unlock credit. Every administration has recognised this reality. Governments have established intervention funds for agriculture and small businesses, recapitalised development finance institutions, promoted financial inclusion, strengthened credit guarantee schemes and encouraged commercial banks to extend more loans to productive sectors of the economy. […]

By Precious EnaikeThe Project Management Institute (PMI) Nigeria and Babcock University have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to equip students with globally recognised project management skills and enhance their employability in the international job market. The partnership is expected to provide students with access to professional development opportunities and internationally recognised certifications, while connecting […]

By Demola Akinyemi Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has delivered four brand-new vehicles for the prompt use of Chiefs of Ilorin Emirate, saying the four vehicles, a luxury SUV, Toyota Prado Cars, was delivered to the Chief Imam, Sheikh Muhammad Bashir Salis;u, the Alfaliyu of Ilorin, and council of Ulama, with pray to larger levels. […]

By Benjamin Njoku Ex-BBNaija star Diane Russet has resurfaced in the UK after staying away from the social scene for a while, revealing she has been in school pursuing her degree. In an Instagram post addressing questions about her whereabouts, Russet said she is in her final year studying BSc Business Management and Entrepreneurship at […]

By Benjamin Njoku Veteran broadcaster and actress Mabel Oboh says she deliberately stepped away from the public eye to reinvent herself as the face of her NGO MOCSOS, following years of active involvement in charitable work, politics, and entertainment. Oboh, who flew the flag of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, in the 2020 Edo governorship […]

By Benjamin Njoku Actress and producer Lilian Afegbai has set social media abuzz after calling herself “the most beautiful girl in the world”, and many fans say she’s not wrong. In a recent Instagram post, the ebony-skinned star wrote: “the most beautiful girl in the world, if I do say so myself.” The confident declaration […]

By Samuel Oyadongha, Yenagoa YENAGOA — Pipeline Infrastructure Nigeria Limited (PINL) has said Nigeria’s ambition to emerge as Africa’s energy hub depends on securing the nation’s critical oil and gas infrastructure, reaffirming its commitment to community-based pipeline protection. Speaking at the company’s Stakeholders Engagement Forum for August in Yenagoa, PINL’s General Manager, Community and Stakeholder […]

IT professional Victor Joseph has called on organisations to adopt automation as a strategic tool for improving business operations, service delivery and workplace efficiency.

By Ayo Onikoyi Lagos’ competitive nightlife scene is witnessing the emergence of a new generation of entertainment curators, with Enode Toritsemotse Fabian, popularly known as Popori Presido, gradually carving out a space for himself. Since formally entering the nightlife business in 2025, Popori has taken on a number of roles that have shaped his understanding […]

By Providence Ayanfeoluwa Nigeria’s ambition of growing the economy to $1 trillion by 2030 is achievable if the government can prioritise manufacturing, value addition, affordable financing, and reliable power supply, said Managing Director of Coleman Technical Industries Limited, George Onafowokan.Speaking on government’s economic agenda, he said projections indicate Nigeria could grow its economy to $700 […]

By Kunle Ajibade We live in an age of the camera. The camera as reporter captures the serious and the mundane, the beauty and the beast, the decent and the pornographic. Those who intuitively and consciously understand the visual language, aesthetics and logic of photography have been translating the world they know into compelling stories. And these […]

The Lagos Chapter of the Federal Government College, Idoani Alumni Association has urged entrepreneurs to be resilient and vision-driven to succeed in business. The charge was given during the chapter’s 3rd Business Symposium when the association raised N100 million grants for its members in Lagos at the weekend. Delivering the keynote address, Chief Executive Officer […]

By Providence Ayanfeoluwa The Lilypond Export Command of the Nigeria Customs Service, NCS has grown its export value to 24.35 percent and $792.6 million in second quarter of 2026 compared to $599.60 million recorded same quarter in 2025, representing $192.96 million increase. Meanwhile, the Solid mineral exports recorded a sharp decline of $83.98 million to […]

By Fred Chukwuelobe Birthdays are not merely markers of age; they are occasions to reflect on a life of purpose, service and lasting impact. As His Excellency, Chief Willie Maduaburochukwu Obiano celebrates his 71st birthday, it is only fitting to honour a leader whose contributions to the development of Anambra State continue to speak for themselves years […]

His contribution has largely centred on building platforms and institutions through which governments, developers, mortgage institutions, investors, manufacturers, professionals, innovators and prospective homeowners can interact and pursue solutions to Africa’s housing challenges.