Floods: Tough decisions that may have protected Lagos
For many observers in Lagos, those recommendations sounded familiar. They are, in many respects, the same measures that have shaped the environmental policies of the Babajide Sanwo-Olu administration over the past several years.
NTIC students win 4 medals at Pan African Mathematics Olympiad
By Henry ObettaNigeria recorded an impressive outing at the 2026 Pan African Mathematics Olympiad (PAMO) held in Yamoussoukrou, Côte d’Ivoire, with students of Nigerian Tulip International Colleges, NTIC, claiming two of the country’s medals. Out of the six students who represented Nigeria at the continental competition, three were from NTIC, underlining the school’s growing reputation […]
FG, IFAD-VCDP annouce N3.07bn farm support for Benue
.distribute inputs to boost wet season production By Peter Duru, Makurdi The Federal Government, in partnership with the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), has flagged off the distribution of agricultural inputs to farmers in Benue State under the Value Chain Development Programme (VCDP), with an investment of over N3.07 billion aimed at boosting rice […]
Idanre residents petition EFCC over abandoned N16.6km road project awarded in 2023
By Dayo Johnson Akure Concerned citizens and residents of Idanre Local Government Area in Ondo State have petitioned the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, over the abandonment of the 16.6-kilometre Idanre–Owena Road Project awarded in 2023. In the petition signed by Olabanji Olusesan on behalf of the community, the residents expressed worry that the […]
Timon expands to Kenya after surpassing 100,000 users across Africa
By Juliet Umeh Nigerian-founded travel technology startup, Timon, has announced plans to expand into Kenya after surpassing 100,000 users across 16 African countries, as it accelerates its growth following its selection into Alliance, a global startup accelerator. Alliance is one of the world’s most competitive accelerators for crypto and AI startups. In 2025, it received […]
Bankit unveils SME Grant Programme, rewards cardholders with exclusive discounts
By Lawani Mikairu Bankit Microfinance Bank has announced the launch of its Bumper SME Grant Programme alongside an exciting nationwide rewards initiative that offers exclusive discounts and cashback opportunities for Bankit cardholders across partner outlets in Nigeria. The initiative is part of the bank’s commitment to supporting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), promoting financial inclusion, […]
