By Juliet Umeh Kenya has formally joined the TRACE Project, a multi-country initiative aimed at improving the efficiency, transparency and coordination of clinical trial ethics and regulatory review systems across Africa. The expansion of the Trial Regulation and Clinical Ethics Optimization, TRACE, Project is expected to strengthen Kenya’s clinical trial oversight framework through faster review […]

By Ayo Onikoyi GetBundi has announced the opening of applications for TechSis 2026, its flagship digital skills programme for African women, backed by a $250,000 scholarship fund aimed at training 3,000 participants across the continent and in the diaspora. The initiative will provide free training in high-demand digital skills, including Content Creation, Digital Marketing, Data […]

Almond Corporation, a Nigerian fintech building credit infrastructure through open banking, is expanding its education-focused banking platform, Tuition Point, to private universities, deepening its presence in one of the country’s most cash-intensive sectors. The company launched Tuition Point through Almond Nigeria in early 2024, initially targeting primary and secondary schools. The platform allows educational institutions […]

By Etop Ekanem Nigeria’s ongoing push for local processing and value addition within the shea industry is gaining increasing global recognition, following the emergence of a Nigerian as President of the Global Shea Alliance (GSA) Executive Committee and the inauguration of three other Nigerians as members of the Executive Committee. The development was announced at […]

By Nnasom David A group under the aegis of Kogi East Youth Stakeholders has advised Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo to ensure openness and fairness in the political process in Kogi East, particularly ahead of future party primaries. The group, in a statement, cautioned against supporting any alleged third-term agenda linked to the senator representing Kogi […]

The endorsements, secured across a series of grassroots engagements over recent weeks spans across various groups

By Emmanuel Okogba The digital media landscape is buzzing as Josiane “Josy” Ndonda officially secures a nomination for Podcaster of the Year at the highly anticipated Afriball Awards. This nomination serves as a major industry endorsement of her work with the Wahala Podcast, placing her among the top-tier creators shaping the future of African and […]

By Gabriel Ewepu ABUJA – IN a bid to take the nation’s healthcare services to an enviable height, Nigeria’s first cardiologist and nephrology professor, Prof. Olurotimi John Badero, has pushed for stronger healthcare capacity, innovation, and training to equip healthcare professionals in the health sector. Prof Badero who is a U.S.-based physician and the world’s […]

In a determined effort to review consular matters, President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday said Nigeria will consider reciprocating Rwanda’s 30-day visa-free status for Nigerians in the spirit of Pan-Africanism.

The Labour Party National Secretariat recorded a surge in activities yesterday as aspirants from across Nigeria trooped to obtain nomination forms for 2027 polls.

Manchester City’s second string eased past Crystal Palace 3-0 on Wednesday to climb just two points behind Premier League leaders Arsenal with two games remaining of a captivating title race.

Newly-crowned Spanish champions Barcelona suffered a 1-0 defeat by Alaves on Wednesday, ending their bid to match the all-time La Liga record points total of 100.

Paris Saint-Germain secured their fifth straight French Ligue 1 title on Wednesday as Khvicha Kvaratskhelia’s strike set up a decisive 2-0 win away to nearest rivals Lens.

By Samuel Oyadongha, Yenagoa Stakeholders from the Bayelsa East Senatorial District have endorsed the incumbent senator representing them, Senator Benson Agadaga, to run for a second term. Leading the stakeholders, Dr. Iti Orugbani, a former Commissioner for Culture and Tourism yesterday in Yenagoa, said the endorsement was based on the federal lawmaker’s track record of […]

The administration of Donald Trump has waived visa bond requirements for confirmed 2026 FIFA World Cup ticket holders from five African countries.