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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called for deeper cooperation between Nigeria and BRICS countries in artificial intelligence, fintech, digital infrastructure and other emerging technologies as the country seeks to strengthen its position in the global digital economy. The President made the call in his address to the 18th BRICS Leaders’ Summit in New Delhi, India,…
A political associate of Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke, Olalekan Oyeyemi, popularly known as “Emir Ajagungbade,” has been shot dead in Ile-Ife, Osun State. Oyeyemi, who was also an Accord Party chieftain, was reportedly killed at the Mayfair Garage in Ile-Ife on Sunday, September 13, amid a dispute reportedly connected to the control and leadership…
Nigeria’s 2027 presidential election is beginning to take clearer shape as political parties and major contenders intensify preparations for what is expected to be another closely watched contest for the country’s highest political office. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has now released its final list of presidential candidates and their running mates for the…
The Federal Government has enrolled 16,000 Nigerians into the first cohort of its newly established Digital Training Academy (DTA), a free programme designed to equip young Nigerians with digital skills needed in today’s changing job market. The development comes as Nigeria continues to face growing demand for technology and digital skills, with young people increasingly…
Nigerians are once again facing higher petrol prices as filling stations across parts of the country adjust their pump prices, adding fresh pressure to households, transport operators and businesses. Reports from major cities indicate that petrol is now selling for around ₦1,400 per litre at some major outlets, while prices as high as ₦1,450 per…
Tensions between Nigeria and South Africa have intensified following the reported deaths of two Nigerian nationals in South Africa, as concerns over the safety of Nigerians living and doing business in the country continue to grow. Nigeria’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed that two Nigerian citizens, James Uchechukwu Nwankwo and Bishop Taiwo Michael Fakunle, were…
Africa’s largest refinery is about to get even bigger. The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has secured approval from the Securities and Exchange Commission, SEC, to launch a $1.6 billion Initial Public Offering, IPO, in what will be Africa’s biggest share sale ever. At the same time, the refinery announced plans for a $14.3 billion expansion that…
A fresh political drama is brewing in the South-East after popular socialite Pascal Okechukwu, better known as Cubana Chief Priest, clashed with Ebonyi State Governor Francis Nwifuru and was hit with a fiery response from federal lawmaker Hon. Chinedu Ogah. The controversy began days ago when Cubana Chief Priest publicly called on Governor Nwifuru to…
The President Bola Tinubu-led Nigerian government has announced that Nigerian students will begin receiving 100 megabytes (MB) of free daily data from October 1, 2026, to access approved educational websites and digital learning platforms. The initiative, being implemented by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) in partnership with telecommunications operators and the Federal Ministry of Education,…
Nigerian students in public senior secondary and tertiary institutions are set to receive 100MB of free daily data from October 1, 2026, for accessing approved educational platforms and digital learning content.