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Governor of Rivers State, Fubara, has explained why he visited the State House of Assembly

The Governor of Rivers State, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has explained that his visit to the residential quarters of the State House of Assembly was...

Nigerian artiste, Skales has shared a distressing incident along Lekki-Epe expressway

Nigerian artiste Skales has shared a distressing incident in which he was involved in a collision with a young girl while driving on the...

Did Governor Obaseki drag the Oba of Benin, Oba Ewuare II, to court? Here’s what we know

Edo state government has refuted claims that it has hands in a case before the State High Court, challenging the power of the Benin...

Naira further depreciates by 0.3%, trades N1,421/$

The Naira on Wednesday slightly depreciated at the official market, trading at N1,421.06 to the dollar. Data from the official trading platform of the FMDQ...

Lagos government unveils system to get building approval in 10-minute

The Lagos State Government has introduced Electronic Physical Planning Permit System to allow building approval to be obtained in just 10 minutes. The Special Adviser,...

FG denies Binance’s $150m bribery allegation, says it’s a ‘diversionary tactic’

The Federal Government says the bribery allegation by Binance is a diversionary strategy to run away from their wrong doings. The Minister of Information and...

Osun governor, Adeleke, flags off N14.9bn flyover bridge in Ile-Ife

Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun on Tuesday flagged off N14.9 billion flyover bridge at Lagere junction in Ile-Ife. Adeleke, during the ceremony, said that the...

Shell Nigeria exclusively paid $1.09bn on taxes, royalties in 2023 — Official

Shell says it exclusively paid $1.09 billion in corporate taxes and royalties to the Federal Government in 2023. Mrs Abimbola Essien-Nelson, the Media Relations Manager...

2024 oil blocs bid round not meant for politicians — FG

Mr Heineken Lokpobiri, the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), says the 17 oil blocs put forward for sale under the 2024 bidding...

16 banking transactions that are exempted from the CBN’s new cybersecurity levy

The Central Bank of Nigeria on Monday directed all banks to commence charging a 0.5 per cent cybersecurity levy on all electronic transactions within the country. The...

I’m receiving death threats for berating Wizkid after he called Don Jazzy influencer’ – Popular skit maker

Popular skit maker and singer, Nasboi, has revealed that he is receiving death threats following his criticism of Wizkid for shading Don Jazzy. Recall that...

Benue State Government has concluded plans to start production of beer

Benue State Government has concluded plans to start production of beer brand to stop capital flight to other states. The Managing Director of Benue Investment...

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Toyin Akinniyi: Building blocks of the Future, education financing for sustainable outcomes

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Cheta Nwanze: The acquittal of Nigeria’s former petroleum minister Diezani Alison-Madueke

Cheta Nwanze The acquittal of Nigeria’s former petroleum minister Diezani Alison-Madueke at Southwark Crown Court, London, on 17 June 2026 has brought up an uncomfortable question that has long shadowed international anti-corruption efforts: is justice truly universal, or is it reserved for the powerless? After a nearly six-month trial...

Lazarus Angbazo: Building Nigeria’s Infrastructure Economy

BUILDING NIGERIA'S INFRASTRUCTURE ECONOMY Mobilizing Private Capital to Build the Foundation of National Prosperity Keynote Address by Dr. Lazarus AngbazoChief Executive Officer, InfraCorpNACCIMA Infrastructure Conference (INFRACON) — July 14, 2026 Your Excellencies, distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen. Please permit me to stand on established protocol. Let me begin with a simple observation. Every...

Lazarus Angbazo: Beyond Roads and Power, Who Will Finance Human Capital Infrastructure for Africa’s Workforce?

By Lazarus Angbazo |  [email protected] Africa is entering one of the most ambitious periods of infrastructure and industrial investment in its history. Governments are expanding power generation, transport networks, ports, industrial parks, and digital infrastructure, while African private sector leaders are making unprecedented long-term commitments to manufacturing and industrial...

Residents: Key Factors to Consider When Choosing a Self Storage Facility in Philadelphia

Finding the ideal self-storage unit can be challenging, especially in Philadelphia, where options abound. Many residents seek facilities that not only safeguard their belongings but also provide value and convenience. In this article, you'll learn the key factors to consider when selecting a self-storage facility in the...

“No Victor, No Vanquished” — Angbazo calls for unity after Nasarawa ADC Governorship Primary win

LAFIA — Retired General Nuhu Angbazo has emerged victorious from the Africa Democratic Congress, ADC, governorship primaries in Nasarawa State, calling on all party faithful to sheathe their swords and rally behind a common vision for the state's development. In a press statement issued shortly after his victory...

Lazarus Angbazo: The Countries that will lead the AI Economy are being decided right Now — By Their PowerGrids

Nigeria has enough installed generation to power a mid-sized country. The grid delivers less than half of it. Around the world, the race to build AI-ready power infrastructure is already underway — and the decisions African governments and investors make in the next eighteen months will determine...

Cheta Nwanze: Failed visa Marriages

by Cheta Nwanze The 1990 film Green Card told a relatively innocent story: a French immigrant and an American woman enter a marriage of convenience so he can stay in the US. They barely know each other. They hope never to see each other again after the deal...

Digital Marketing for Attorneys

In the competitive landscape of legal services, personal injury and medical malpractice attorneys are finding themselves overshadowed by competitors who dominate online visibility. The root of this issue lies in the digital presence that many firms lack. While traditional word-of-mouth referrals still hold value, the digital age...

Lazarus Angbazo: The global power industry is leaving Africa behind

 Dr. Lazarus AngbazoThe nascent AI revolution is not just driving electricity consumption and massive demand for additional capacity—it is reshaping how power is built, maintained, and delivered. For Africa, the real risk is no longer just insufficient capacity—it is also losing control and ability to manage the capacity it...

Bunmi Onabanjo-Kuku: The first thing you feel when you land in Nigeria

By Bunmi Onabanjo-Kuku The first thing you feel when you land in a country is not its culture, not its cuisine, not its people. It is its airport. That threshold, the space between the jet bridge and the city beyond, tells you everything a nation believes about itself...