The NCDMB has launched its 2025/26 Research, Innovation and Technology Challenge, seeking Nigerian solutions for the oil, gas, and energy sectors. Winners get cash, mentorship, and incubation support. Apply now!
The University of The Gambia honours ex-AfDB President Dr Akinwumi Adesina by renaming its School of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences after him. Discover his transformative impact on Africa.
House Committee insists NDDC's N1.75 trillion 2025 budget must bring tangible development to Niger Delta communities. Chairman Ibori-Suenu vows rigorous oversight for accountability.
Egbin Power Plc reaffirms its commitment to inclusive development through its annual football tournament, a key PCSR initiative empowering youth and strengthening community bonds in its host areas. Discover how the GenCo is investing in sustainable growth
Nigeria's FIRS is now the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) following landmark 2025 legislation. Discover how this shift promises transparency, efficiency, and a new era of public finance management for all citizens.
Ahmadu Bello University and AMA Pharmaceutical Company announce a strategic collaboration to boost local drug manufacturing and commercialise research, aiming to reduce costs and enhance competitiveness.
Vice President Kashim Shettima declares stable families as the bedrock of Nigeria's cohesion and progress. Read his full remarks from a Makurdi wedding.
A Nigerian Muslim man shares a heartwarming story of interfaith kindness after a Christian sent him Christmas rice and chicken. See the viral reactions and his message of unity.
Education stakeholders praise TETFund's TETFAIR & ASIP for transforming academic research into market-ready solutions. See the groundbreaking prototypes from Nigerian institutions.
Avoid serious offence and build genuine connections in Nigeria. This essential guide covers cultural norms, safety tips, and social etiquette for visitors and expatriates. Learn the critical do's and don'ts.
Ohanaeze Ndigbo announces N35m for Igbo studies chairs & N50m for new development bodies. New Enugu HQ nears completion. Leaders call for unity and global cultural projection.
An Islamic cleric's viral video addresses whether Muslims can accept Christmas food from Christians, promoting interfaith harmony. Read Nigerians' reactions and related news.
NIMR confirms the first detection of the invasive Anopheles stephensi mosquito in Gombe, Nigeria. This urban-adapted vector poses a major new threat to malaria control efforts nationwide. Read more.
Niger State Governor, CDS Olufemi Oluyede, and Northern Elders Forum call for unity, peace, and hope in Christmas messages. Read their full statements and vision for 2026.
Kaduna State's 2026 budget allocates N100m to each of its 255 wards for grassroots projects. Education receives the largest share at 25% of the N985.9bn budget. Read details of the historic plan.
A Nigerian woman's viral TikTok video claims Christianity consumed her youth. She says leaving the faith allowed her to surpass peers. Read the heated reactions.
Africa's downstream oil sector needs over $100bn investment by 2050. Discover how ARDA is tackling regulatory & infrastructure gaps to unlock this massive opportunity for global investors.
Financial regulators and housing experts warn Nigeria's economic growth is limited without affordable housing finance. Learn about the N250bn MRIF fund and new strategies.
The Federal Ministry of Industry confirms receiving an appeal on corporate records involving two firms. It reaffirms respect for the judiciary and ongoing court cases. Read the full statement.
Taiwo Oyedele warns that failure to implement new tax laws by January 1, 2026, will leave 98% of Nigerian workers overtaxed. He urges targeted amendments, not suspension.
Lagos State Government commits to collaboration with NIOB to enforce building standards, ensure safety, and promote sustainable urban growth. Learn about the new regulatory push.
Nigeria intensifies efforts to halt biodiversity loss, mobilising private sector support for its 2025-2030 National Biodiversity Strategy. Business leaders convened in Lagos to shape a practical Business Action Plan aligned with global goals.
TETFund's TETFAIR & ASIP programmes have culminated in 17 patents, strengthening Nigeria's research commercialisation drive. Discover how academics are turning ideas into market-ready solutions.
AfricaRice and Thailand's Kasetsart University sign a major MoU to boost rice research, climate-resilient varieties, and food security across Africa. Read the full details of this transformative partnership.
Analysis reveals the proposed Customs, Excise and Tariff Amendment Bill lacks Nigeria-specific evidence, risks 1.5 million jobs, and contradicts fiscal stability goals. Lawmakers urged to pause for broader consultation.
Dr. Chibuzor Azubuike argues education without empowerment leaves women vulnerable. Her research and foundations focus on building leadership and resilience for sustainable impact.
WRAHP trained 20 journalists from Lagos and Edo States on ethical reporting of SGBV cases to protect survivors and advance justice. Learn how media can drive change.
The Trump administration appeals a court order to release $2.7 billion in frozen research funds to Harvard University. Get the latest on this major legal and education funding battle.
The UAE has launched a $1 billion 'AI for Development' initiative to finance AI projects in Africa, aiming to enhance digital infrastructure, government services, and productivity across the continent.
President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Chief Michael Abiodun Ponle, the 86-year-old Chairman of Miccom Wires and Cable. Read about his legacy in engineering and tourism.