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Maser Foundation expands Africa footprint with new volunteer programme
The Maser Foundation has launched a volunteer programme in Nigeria, with plans to extend the initiative across Africa, the organisation read more Maser Foundation expands Africa footprint with new volunteer programme
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Instagram rolls out profile grid reordering to give users control
Instagram has began the roll out an anticipated feature that allows users to rearrange posts on their profile grid, giving read more Instagram rolls out profile grid reordering to give users control
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First batch of Nigerians fleeing xenophobic attacks in South Africa to land in Lagos Thursday
The first batch of Nigerians being evacuated from South Africa following recent xenophobic attacks is expected to arrive at the read more First batch of Nigerians fleeing xenophobic attacks in South Africa to land in Lagos Thursday
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Strong Growth, Profitability Drive AIICO’s 2026 Insurance Company of the Year Victory
BY NKECHI NAECHE-ESEZOBOR—AIICO Insurance Plc has been named Insurance Company of the Year 2026 at the Nairametrics Capital Market Awards, a recognition that underscores the company’s strong financial performance, sustained growth, and commitment to delivering value to shareholders. The award, presented during the second edition of the Nairametrics Capital Market Awards, honours insurance companies that […] The post Strong Growth, Profitability Drive AIICO’s 2026 Insurance Company of the Year Victory appeared first on Business Today NG.
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World Cup 2026: Brazil ready for Morocco opener
Brazil have resumed training for their FIFA World Cup 2026 opening match against Morocco, scheduled for Saturday, June 13, in read more World Cup 2026: Brazil ready for Morocco opener
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World Cup 2026: Iran fans lose ticket allocation days before kick-off
More controversy has emerged just days before the start of the FIFA World Cup 2026 after tickets allocated to Iranian read more World Cup 2026: Iran fans lose ticket allocation days before kick-off
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At a gathering of women leaders, Abosede George-Ogan introduces the WILAN Suite
…A women’s-leadership veteran turns two decades of fieldwork into software: a digital ecosystem helping everyday Africans grow their careers and read more At a gathering of women leaders, Abosede George-Ogan introduces the WILAN Suite
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IMF cautions Nigeria over $5bn financing swap deal with UAE lender
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has cautioned Nigeria over its proposed $5 billion Total Return Swap arrangement with First Abu read more IMF cautions Nigeria over $5bn financing swap deal with UAE lender
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Tinubu unveils key Abuja road, promises faster economic linkages across FCT
President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday inaugurated the main carriageways of the Outer Southern Expressway (OSEX), stretching from Ring Road I read more Tinubu unveils key Abuja road, promises faster economic linkages across FCT
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Africa’s largest bank backs Dangote Refinery IPO
Africa’s largest financial institution, Standard Bank Group, has reaffirmed its commitment to support the growth of Dangote Industries Limited, pledging read more Africa’s largest bank backs Dangote Refinery IPO
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US operations in Nigeria killed hundreds of IS-linked militants
The US said it has killed about 200 Islamic State-linked fighters in Nigeria since operations began in the West African read more US operations in Nigeria killed hundreds of IS-linked militants
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SpaceX IPO sparks demand as investors chase access to Elon Musk’s space empire
SpaceX’s long-anticipated initial public offering, which could value the company at about $1.75 trillion, has triggered intense demand from retail read more SpaceX IPO sparks demand as investors chase access to Elon Musk’s space empire
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10 best-selling electric vehicles globally
The electric car market is growing globally, accounting for about five percent of global cars, driven by the push for read more 10 best-selling electric vehicles globally
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Ebola: Tinubu establishes task force, approves N10b for emergency preparedness
…To intensify screening of passengers at airports …Task force to be Chaired by Femi Gbajabiamila, Chief of Staff to the read more Ebola: Tinubu establishes task force, approves N10b for emergency preparedness
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Amazon targets Starlink’s African lead with Kenya satellite gateway bid
Amazon is making its boldest move yet into Africa’s satellite internet market, setting the stage for a direct battle with read more Amazon targets Starlink’s African lead with Kenya satellite gateway bid
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Senate seeks ban on textile imports to revive local industry
The Senate has called for a total ban on the importation of textile products into Nigeria as part of efforts read more Senate seeks ban on textile imports to revive local industry
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‎Nigeria unveils $1bn AfCFTA financing facility to strengthen exports, industrial competitiveness
The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to accelerating export-led growth under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) framework read more ‎Nigeria unveils $1bn AfCFTA financing facility to strengthen exports, industrial competitiveness
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Senate quizzes SEDC MD over alleged mismanagement of N16.6bn 2025 budget release
The Senate, through its Committee on the South East Development Commission (SEDC), on Tuesday questioned Mark Okoye, Managing Director of read more Senate quizzes SEDC MD over alleged mismanagement of N16.6bn 2025 budget release
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Flutterwave builds multi-rail network as stablecoin adoption gains ground
Flutterwave is positioning itself for a future beyond payment processing, betting that stablecoins, banking services, and deeper financial infrastructure will read more Flutterwave builds multi-rail network as stablecoin adoption gains ground
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Super Eagles and Portugal set for fierce clash in Leiria
Nigeria’s Super Eagles will face European giants Portugal in a high-profile international friendly on Wednesday night in Leiria, with both read more Super Eagles and Portugal set for fierce clash in Leiria
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Senate advances bill to regulate cryptocurrency, digital asset operators
The Senate on Tuesday advanced a bill seeking to establish a legal and regulatory framework for cryptocurrency transactions and digital read more Senate advances bill to regulate cryptocurrency, digital asset operators
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Omar Artan U.S. entry denial triggers World Cup outrage
The United States’ immigration policies have come under fresh scrutiny after Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan was denied entry to read more Omar Artan U.S. entry denial triggers World Cup outrage
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We want a ballot not bullet, democracy must reflect people’s will – Akume
…reiterates June 12 lesson, demands credible elections in 2027 George Akume, Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), has read more We want a ballot not bullet, democracy must reflect people’s will – Akume
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NUPRC announces deadline for submission of 2025 licensing bid round
The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has announced June 12 as the deadline for the submission of technical and read more NUPRC announces deadline for submission of 2025 licensing bid round
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How Heirs Insurance Group became Nigeria’s fastest-growing insurer in 5-years
From an empty office and a seven-year wait for regulatory approval to serving more than three million lives and building read more How Heirs Insurance Group became Nigeria’s fastest-growing insurer in 5-years
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National grid can transmit more power than Nigeria generates – TCN Boss
…says vandalism, sabotage of transmission infrastructure, undermining investments in the power sector Sule Abdulaziz, Managing Director of the Transmission Company read more National grid can transmit more power than Nigeria generates – TCN Boss
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US extradites former Ghana agency chief to serve 10 year jail term for $6m fraud
Sedina Christine Tamakloe Attionu, a former head of a Ghanaian government agency has been extradited from the United States to read more US extradites former Ghana agency chief to serve 10 year jail term for $6m fraud
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Africa’s rate-hold trend continues as Kenya resists calls to tighten
Kenya’s central bank left its benchmark lending rate unchanged at 8.75 percent on Tuesday for a second consecutive meeting, defying read more Africa’s rate-hold trend continues as Kenya resists calls to tighten
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Insecurity in Nigeria: A national emergency demanding collective resolve
Nigeria today stands at a troubling crossroads. Across vast stretches of the country, fear has become a constant companion of read more Insecurity in Nigeria: A national emergency demanding collective resolve
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The brief was never ours to follow: Why Nigerian agencies must start exporting their thinking, not just their execution
There is a particular kind of exhaustion that comes from being brilliant on someone else’s terms. Ask any creative director read more The brief was never ours to follow: Why Nigerian agencies must start exporting their thinking, not just their execution
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Assent to our exit bill from Contributory Pension Scheme, retired police officers urge Tinubu
The Police Retired Officers Forum of Nigeria has called on President Bola Tinubu to graciously assent to the Police Exit read more Assent to our exit bill from Contributory Pension Scheme, retired police officers urge Tinubu
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FG defends reforms, says economy showing signs of recovery
…says inflation, insecurity persist, but Nigeria Is moving in the right direction …highlights N184bn student loans, N37bn consumer credit, 4.07% read more FG defends reforms, says economy showing signs of recovery
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Nigeria disowns fake letter to Liberia, launches probe
The Federal Government has disowned a letter circulating on social media and other online platforms, purportedly issued by the Ministry read more Nigeria disowns fake letter to Liberia, launches probe
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The Epstein files as a reckoning with power, complicity, and the banality of elite evil
Too often, we the media elite – journalists, writers, intellectuals – behave as though we inhabit a different moral planet. read more The Epstein files as a reckoning with power, complicity, and the banality of elite evil
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IMF warns Nigeria against reliance on hot money as foreign inflows surge
…Urges CBN to maintain tight monetary policy The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned Nigeria against excessive reliance on foreign read more IMF warns Nigeria against reliance on hot money as foreign inflows surge
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HURIWA raises alarm over 42 abducted Borno schoolchildren, seeks stronger protection for schools
The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has urged the Federal Government and security agencies to intensify efforts to read more HURIWA raises alarm over 42 abducted Borno schoolchildren, seeks stronger protection for schools
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