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Kano Plans 2026 Skills Training for 50,000 Youths
Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf announces a plan to train 50,000 young people in 2026 with practical skills to tackle unemployment and boost self-reliance. Read the full details.
Rotary's Free Youth Skills Training in Abeokuta, Jan 2026
Rotary District 9111 empowers Ogun State youths with free vocational training in solar, baking & more from Jan 12-23, 2026. Apply by Jan 8 for grants & mentorship.
Zulum disburses N40m grants to 400 vulnerable women in Borno
Governor Babagana Zulum has empowered 400 vulnerable women and girls in Borno with N40 million grants and scholarships for skills acquisition and education. Read how this initiative is transforming lives.
PETROAN, NNPCL in Talks for Port Harcourt Refinery Takeover
PETROAN confirms discussions with NNPCL to acquire and revive the Port Harcourt Refinery for $2 billion. The move aims to boost local refining and stabilise fuel prices in Nigeria.
Champion Breweries Opens N42bn Public Share Offer
Champion Breweries Plc has opened a N42 billion public offer to fund its acquisition of the Bullet brand portfolio and drive pan-African expansion. The offer closes on 21 January 2026.
Flutterwave Buys Mono to Boost Open Banking
Flutterwave has acquired open banking pioneer Mono. The deal aims to build a connected financial system for Africa, enhancing payments, data access, and security. Discover the future of fintech.
FG, Wema Bank Launch Digital Skills Scheme for Youths
The Federal Government and Wema Bank have opened applications for the FGN-ALAT Digital Skillnovation Programme. This nationwide initiative aims to equip young Nigerians with future-ready digital and entrepreneurial skills. Apply now to transform your care
Elumelu: Africa Can Own Its Strategic Resources
Tony Elumelu declares Africa's capacity to own and manage its resources as Heirs Energies completes a major $500 million acquisition in Seplat Energy, backed by African banks.
Family Seeks ₦2bn Compensation for LAUTECH Land
The Agunbiade family in Ogbomoso renews its plea for compensation from the Oyo State government for ancestral land acquired for LAUTECH over three decades ago. They question fairness after Osun State reportedly received ₦8bn.
Elumelu's $496m Seplat Deal Set to Boost Fortune
Billionaire Tony Elumelu expands his energy empire, acquiring a 20.07% stake in Seplat Energy for $496 million. The deal makes Heirs Energies the largest shareholder and is expected to significantly increase his net worth. Read the full details.
Ebonyi Leader Seeks Govt Partnership for Youth Skills in Anambra
The Ebonyi Town Union President in Anambra urges state collaboration for skills acquisition to steer youth away from crime and idleness. Read the full proposal.
Ilorin Group Elects New Leaders, Pledges N500m Community Impact
Ilorin Likeminds Foundation has elected new executives and reaffirmed its commitment to youth empowerment and community development in Kwara, having invested over N500 million in various projects.
Football Meets Tech: KRI's Skills Drive for Nigerian Youth
Kavod Relief Initiative partners with GICD in Jos, replacing cash prizes with laptops and tech training for adolescents. Discover how sports is a gateway to digital empowerment.
₦1Bn Youth Entrepreneurship Drive: 13 Nigerians Get ₦250M+
Thinklab Group fulfills its ₦1bn pledge, investing over ₦250 million in 13 young Nigerian entrepreneurs via the Thinkpreneur programme. A strategic move for national development.
SAHCO Honoured as Best SIWES Employer 2025 by ITF
Skyway Aviation Handling Company (SAHCO) Plc receives the 'Best Employer in SIWES Student Acceptance 2025' award from the Industrial Training Fund for its commitment to training Nigerian students. Read more.
NIPRD Flags Nigeria's Reliance on One WHO Antimalarial
NIPRD warns Nigeria's reliance on a single WHO-prequalified antimalarial limits local manufacturing. The institute trains pharma firms to tap into the $161m global market, urging tax reliefs and incentives.
Don Calls for Urgent Action on Nigeria's Food Crisis
A professor warns Nigeria's food insecurity is a national security threat, with 26.5 million facing acute hunger. He calls for urgent action on security and production. Read more.
FG Introduces Compulsory Vehicle Recycling Fee for 2026
The Nigerian government announces a mandatory vehicle recycling fee starting 2026 to tackle abandoned cars and formalise the auto recycling sector, projecting over ₦150bn in annual revenue.
Zulum's Festive Support: Free Travel, Gifts for 1,050
Borno Governor Babagana Zulum has approved free Christmas transport fares for 750 non-indigenes and cash gifts for 300 widows. This annual initiative promotes unity and eases festive season hardship. Read more about this impactful social intervention.
Yishawu's 50% Discount Food Market Eases Lagos Burden
Lagos lawmaker Gbolahan Yishawu launches a 50% discount food market in Eti-Osa, providing subsidized staples to over 10,000 residents for Christmas. Read how this initiative is easing economic pressure.
Otedola Acquires N14.8bn First HoldCo Shares, Stake Hits 18%
Billionaire Femi Otedola consolidates control of First HoldCo, buying N14.8bn shares to raise his ownership stake above 18%. Discover the details of this strategic move.
Akwiwu-Uzoma Honoured as NiTA 2025 Data Analytics Engineer
Chukwuebuka Akwiwu-Uzoma clinched the Data & Analytics Engineering Professional of the Year award at NiTA 2025. Discover his impact on Nigeria's tech talent and digital economy.
Microsoft Trains 4M+ Nigerians, Targets 350k More in AI
Microsoft reveals its partnership with Nigeria has trained over 4 million citizens in digital skills since 2021. The tech giant now plans to train 350,000 more in AI to harness Africa's $1.5 trillion opportunity. Read more.
Warner Bros. rejects Paramount takeover, sticks with Netflix
Warner Bros. Discovery has officially rejected a hostile $108.4 billion bid from Paramount, stating its planned merger with Netflix offers superior value for shareholders. Get the full details on this major Hollywood power struggle.
ECN DG Launches 3-Day Digital Transformation Programme
The Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN) has launched a 3-day capacity-building programme to upgrade its ICT infrastructure and staff skills, aligning with the Federal Government's digital transformation agenda. Read more.
Lagos DJ Programme Expands After AlphaTheta Partnership Boom
HOMECOMING and AlphaTheta's Start From Scratch DJ workshops saw unprecedented demand in Lagos, setting the stage for a major 2026 expansion across Africa. Discover the future of music education.
Netflix Pledges Cinematic Future for Warner Bros Films
Netflix CEO Ted Sarandos promises to maintain theatrical releases for Warner Bros movies if the streaming giant's $83 billion acquisition succeeds. Read the full story.
FG Launches Onion Aid for 600 Sokoto Farmers
The Federal Government, through NADF, has launched an Onion Intervention Programme in Sokoto State to support 600 farmers hit by flooding and climate challenges, aiming to boost food security.
FG, CREDICORP Empower 10,000 Women with Mobility Assets
The Nigerian government and CREDICORP have launched a programme to provide 10,000 women nationwide with vehicles, tricycles, and motorcycles to boost their participation in transport and logistics. Discover how this initiative aims to drive economic growt
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