Group calls for political reform in Lagos state
A petition filed by the United Action for Democracy (UAD) has uncovered shocking irregularities during the All Progressives Congress (APC) Local Government primary elections in Lagos State. The coalition has accused the Lagos State Independent Electoral Commission (LASIEC) of facilitating widespread electoral fraud, casting a shadow over the integrity of Nigeria’s democratic process. With the 2027 general elections...
ExxonMobil Foundation and Junior Achievement Africa Empower 1,500+ Students Through STEM Africa Programme
The ExxonMobil Foundation, in collaboration with Junior Achievement Africa, is empowering over 1,500 secondary school students across Africa through its 2025 Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Africa programme. Launched in Abuja, Nigeria, the initiative aims to nurture the next generation of innovators by equipping students with skills and resources to excel in STEM-related careers. Spanning four African nations—Nigeria, Angola,...
UM6P Hosts Second DeepTech Summit, Reinforcing Africa’s Position as a Hub for Innovation and AI-Driven Progress
The University Mohammed VI Polytechnic (UM6P) has successfully organized the second edition of the DeepTech Summit, solidifying its reputation as a leading force in fostering innovation across the continent. Themed “Redefining Progress: How Artificial Intelligence is Transforming DeepTech Innovation,” the event attracted over 5,500 participants from 53 countries, highlighting the growing intersection of artificial intelligence and frontier science tailored...
TomTom Honors Two Rising Music Stars with Cash Prizes and Development Opportunities in Lagos Talent Contest
Candy giant TomTom has celebrated two promising music talents, Lukuman “Leekee” Kamilu and Haruna “Dannyboi” Mohammed, by awarding them cash incentives and professional backing following the ‘Breathe Through It Verse Challenge’ held in Agege, Lagos. The initiative aimed to provide a platform for young creatives to showcase their skills while gaining access to structured guidance within the creative...
Caverton Marine Teams Up with NNPC and Stena Bulk to Launch Unity Shipping Worldwide
Caverton Marine Limited, a subsidiary of Caverton Offshore Support Group Plc, has partnered with the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) and Swedish global shipping giant, Stena Bulk, to establish Unity Shipping Worldwide . This landmark joint venture aims to elevate Nigeria’s role in global energy logistics by enhancing NNPC’s shipping operations and expanding the nation’s maritime transportation capabilities. The...
Lagos State Launches Affordable MSME Financing Scheme to Boost Economic Growth
The Lagos State Government, in partnership with the Bank of Industry and Sterling Bank, has unveiled a groundbreaking initiative designed to empower Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) with affordable finance and support. Named the Lagos State–BOI–Sterling Bank MSME Access to Finance Scheme , this program offers single-digit loans at an annual interest rate of just nine per cent,...
Nigeria and Brazil Revive Bilateral Air Service Agreement to Boost Connectivity
The Federal Government of Nigeria and the Federative Republic of Brazil have rekindled their Bilateral Air Service Agreement (BASA) , which had been stalled for years due to bureaucratic bottlenecks. This renewed commitment was announced through a statement by Tunde Moshood , media aide to Nigeria’s Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo , on Wednesday. To expedite the...
Nigeria Launches First-of-Its-Kind Data Protection Virtual Academy to Boost Digital Security
The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has officially launched the Data Protection Virtual Academy , a groundbreaking initiative aimed at promoting digital security across both public and private sectors. The unveiling took place during the opening ceremony of the 8th Edition of the Network of African Data Protection Authorities (NADPA) Conference in Abuja on Tuesday. Minister of Communications, Innovation, and...
Nigerian CEOs Battle Inflation and Volatility but Remain Optimistic on Growth, PwC Survey Reveals
Nigerian Chief Executive Officers are navigating significant challenges posed by inflation and macroeconomic volatility , according to the 28th Annual Global CEO Survey conducted by PwC . The survey, which gathered insights from 4,701 CEOs worldwide , including Nigeria, shows that 58% of Nigerian CEOs cite inflation as a major concern, while 39% are worried about macroeconomic instability. Despite these...
Unity Bank Launches GenFi: A Digital Platform to Boost Financial Literacy Among Nigerian Youth
In a bold move to promote financial literacy among Nigeria’s youth, Unity Bank Plc has unveiled GenFi , a cutting-edge digital banking platform tailored for children and teenagers aged 8 to 18 . The launch responds to a concerning report by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) , which revealed that only 38% of Nigerian adults are financially literate. At...
