Cleric Donates ₦2m for Ekiti Grassroots Sports
Prophet Sam Olu-Alo has donated ₦2 million to support youth sports in Ekiti State through a school football competition. The initiative aims to nurture talent and reduce crime.
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Fire guts Jos Main Market, destroys shops worth millions
A major fire has gutted sections of Jos Main Market, destroying goods worth millions of naira. Authorities are investigating the cause. Read the latest details and the market's history with fires.
Italy Forces Meta to Allow Other AIs on WhatsApp
Italian regulators order Meta to suspend new terms that lock WhatsApp's 3B+ users into Meta AI. An EU antitrust probe is also underway. Read the latest on the tech giant's market dominance battle.
NGX Adds N256bn in Festive Santa Claus Rally
The Nigerian stock market surged by N256 billion on Monday, with the All-Share Index rising to 152,459.07 points. Analysts see continued gains driven by strong fundamentals. Read the full market analysis.
Fire Destroys Sabuwar Lale Furniture Market in Kano
A devastating fire has razed the Sabuwar Lale furniture market in Kano, destroying dozens of shops and goods worth millions of naira. Traders are counting losses and pleading for government assistance. Read the full report.
Borno, Kano Win 2025 National Qur'anic Contest
Musa Ahmed Musa of Borno and Hafsat Sada of Kano have emerged overall winners of the 40th National Qur'anic Recitation Competition. Governor Zulum says the event signals Borno's return to peace.
Yam thief caught at Zaki Biam market, traders warn against mob action
A man from Plateau State was caught allegedly trying to steal yams at Zaki Biam Yam Market in Benue. Traders restrained him and called for security intervention, avoiding mob justice. Read the full story.
TotalEnergies TEMC+ Card Redefines Business Payments
TotalEnergies Nigeria launches TEMC+ card for secure fleet & business payments, competing with Paystack. Nationwide migration ends Dec 31, 2025.
Mexican budget airlines Volaris and Viva agree to merge
Volaris and Viva, two leading Mexican low-cost carriers, have agreed to merge, pending 2026 regulatory approval. The deal aims to expand affordable air travel in Mexico amid industry turbulence. Read the full details.
Lady's Viral Encounter Exposes Fake Prophet in Lagos Market
A Nigerian lady's hilarious encounter with a fake prophet at Tejuosho Market goes viral. She shut down his false prophecy about her late father, sparking reactions and similar stories online.
Naira Falls at Official, Black Market Amid Thin Dollar Supply
The Naira depreciated against the US dollar, closing at N1,455.49/$1 in the official market. Pressure mounts due to reduced FX inflows and limited CBN intervention. Get the latest rates and analysis.
YABATECH Journalism Student Wins ZODML Poetry Prize
Victoria Ogoke from Yaba College of Technology wins the ZODML 2025 poetry competition, beating 2,355 entries. Read about her winning poem 'Harvest never rich' and the other finalists.
Nigerian Stock Market Gains N245 Billion
The Nigerian equities market sustained its bullish trend on Wednesday, December 17, with investor wealth increasing by N244.62 billion. Key stocks like FirstHoldCo and Mecure drove the rally. Read the full analysis.
Naira Rate Gap Widens as Dollar Demand Rises
The exchange rate gap between Nigeria's official and parallel markets widened to N25 as the naira depreciated. Discover the causes and CBN's response to the seasonal dollar demand surge.
Baze University Wins 2025 CGMA Business Leader Challenge
Baze University, Abuja, has won the 2025 CGMA Business Leader Challenge, defeating Covenant and Thomas Adewunmi University. Read about their victory and the competition's goals.
OpenAI: Tech Titan or Doomed Like Netscape?
Despite a $500bn valuation, OpenAI faces massive losses and fierce competition. Will it dominate AI or fade like Netscape? Read the full analysis.
JustMarkets Boost Contest Offers Gold Prizes to Traders
Global broker JustMarkets launches the Boost Contest, a trading competition with weekly draws and real gold rewards. Open to all clients until January 31, 2026. Join now!
Bayeku Student Wins Jendol Annual Debate Championship
Ndubuisi Praise, 14, from Ikorodu, wins JADC 3.0, beating 570 contestants. He gets ₦1M prize, highlighting Jendol's education revolution in Lagos and Ogun public schools. Read more.
Lakowe Lakes 2025 Club Golf Championship Begins
The 2025 Lakowe Lakes Golf Championship kicks off today, featuring over 120 players competing for honours in a 36-hole event. The tournament celebrates skill and improvement across Ladies, Gentlemen, and Veterans categories. Read more.
Nigerian Equities Market Gains N997bn in Week
The Nigerian Exchange closed the first week of December positively, with investor wealth rising by nearly N1 trillion. The All-Share Index gained 1.08% as market sentiment remained strong. Discover the top gainers and most traded stocks.
SuperBall Youth League Finale Set for Lagos Stadium
The RiseVest SuperBall Youth League finale returns to Lagos National Stadium on Dec 18-19, 2025. Expect futsal, basketball, volleyball, music & festive fun. Join the celebration of youth talent!
Naira Falls as CBN Releases New FX Rate, Gap Widens
The Naira faced fresh pressure on Thursday, depreciating in both official and parallel markets. The Central Bank of Nigeria's new rate shows a widening gap with the black market. Read the full analysis.
Leaders Call for Transparent, Efficient Capital Market in Nigeria
At the PEARL Awards 30th anniversary, leaders like Udoma Udo Udoma and Governor Peter Mbah emphasized transparency and innovation in Nigeria's capital market as key to sustainable growth and infrastructure development. Discover the insights.
Oba Ayangburen Spelling Bee Crowns First Male Champion
History made as Chisa Ibe becomes first male winner of Oba Ayangburen And The Bee competition, securing a ₦12 million scholarship. Discover the full story of this educational milestone in Ikorodu.
EU Investigates Meta Over WhatsApp AI Competition
The European Union has opened an antitrust investigation into Meta, concerned its new WhatsApp AI policy may stifle competition. This marks the bloc's latest move to regulate Big Tech.
LCCI Honours Winners of AI and Robotics Competition
Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry celebrates young innovators in AI and robotics essay contest. Winners received cash, laptops, and seed investment. Discover how Nigerian youths are shaping the future.
Greensprings Student Wins Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Prize
Pandora Onyedire from Greensprings School is a global runner-up in the 2025 Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition. Read about her win and the school's push for inclusive education in Nigeria.
Fire guts Abuja wood market, destroys property worth millions
A devastating fire swept through Abuja's Jabi wood market, destroying shops and goods worth millions of naira. Firefighters contained the blaze with no casualties reported. Traders appeal for government aid.
Major Fire Guts Jabi Wood Market in Abuja
A devastating fire destroyed the popular Jabi Wood Market in Abuja early Wednesday. Traders lost millions in property. No casualties reported. Read more on the response and calls for aid.
Nigeria Stock Market Gains N1.29trn, ASI Rises 1.20%
The Nigerian Exchange closed positive on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, with investors gaining over N1.29 trillion. The All-Share Index rose by 1.20%. Read the full market analysis.
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