The United States has made it clear that finalizing U.S. trade agreements will not be rushed ahead of the August 1 deadline, when higher tariffs could take effect. The administration is prioritizing the strength and substance of deals over...
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has unveiled a groundbreaking Nigeria telecom licensing framework aimed at fostering innovation, supporting startups, and expanding opportunities for technology-driven enterprises in the telecom sector.
Dr. Aminu Maida, Executive Vice Chairman of the NCC, announced the...
A high-profile trade delegation comprising 27 London-based companies specializing in fintech, enterprise technology, and sustainability recently explored investment opportunities in Nigeria during the official visit of the Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan.
The trip, supported by London & Partners—the Mayor’s...
At the recent Lagos launch of his new book Beyond Access to Capital: Vital Business Knowledge for Entrepreneurs, Business Managers, and Startup Incubators , renowned business strategist and finance expert Tunde Ogunje urged Nigerian startups and entrepreneurs to focus...
Nigeria has earned global recognition in digital innovation after the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) won the 2025 World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) Prize for its impactful Nigeria Digital Awareness Programme (DAP) . The award was presented under...
Valeen Oseh-Ovarah, a rising Nigerian cybersecurity entrepreneur, has been selected as one of only 16 women innovators in the United Kingdom to join the inaugural Women in Innovation Community Forum by Innovate UK, the country's national innovation agency.
Oseh-Ovarah, originally...
Tensions are rising between the United States and Nigeria following President Donald Trump’s announcement that Nigeria will face an additional 10% tariff due to its recent inclusion in BRICS — a group he claims promotes “anti-American policies.” This development...
The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) and the Kingdom of the Netherlands have officially commenced the renegotiation of the Nigeria and Netherlands Double Taxation Agreement. This marks a significant step forward in aligning international tax policies with Nigeria’s newly...
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has expressed concern over Nigeria's lack of an effective social safety net to protect vulnerable citizens from the ongoing economic reforms. In a recent report, the IMF emphasized that despite some progress in policy...
The latest cohort of the i-Academy Supplementary Technical Engineering Programme , organized by Heirs Technologies, has successfully completed its training and been celebrated at a graduation ceremony in Lagos. This hands-on initiative continues to shape Africa’s next generation of...
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