Business
Lagos Govt. Shuts Down Several Markets After Fire in Dosumu Affect 14 Buildings
The Lagos State Government has decided to close several markets in response to recent fire outbreaks in the state’s central area. Following a...
Fire Reduces Over 200 Shops to Ashes in Cross River Market
A devastating fire outbreak on Monday night reduced over 200 shops to ashes at Ikom main market in the Ikom Local Government Area...
MTN, Airtel Lead Nigeria’s Mobile Subscription Rebound To N219 Million In February
According to the latest data from the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), mobile subscriptions in Nigeria surged to 219.7 million in February 2024, driven...
El Salvador President, Bukele Launches Offer for External Debt Repurchase
El Salvador’s President Nayib Bukele announced on X (formerly Twitter) on Monday evening that the country has officially launched the purchase offer for...
Canal+ Offers $2.9 Billion Bid for MultiChoice, Expanding Africa Media Presence
French media conglomerate Vivendi’s Canal+ has officially submitted a $2.9 billion bid to acquire MultiChoice, the parent company of DStv and GOtv. The...
PiggyVest CEO Hints at Potential IPO in Coming Years
PiggyVest, a leading Nigerian fintech firm, may be gearing up for a public offering in the near future, according to CEO Somtochukwu Ifueze....
NERC Fines AEDC N200 Million for Overcharging Customers
The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has levied a N200 million fine on the Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) for unlawfully raising electricity...
The Top Ten Passports of 2024 – Nomad Index
In a world where borders are becoming increasingly fluid and global mobility is on the rise, the importance of possessing a powerful passport...
Nigerian Govt. Plans to Triple Electricity Prices To Offset Subsidy
Sources within the presidency have disclosed that the Nigerian government is planning to triple electricity prices in a bid to cut the about...
Telegram Introduces Business Features to Challenge Other Messaging Apps
Telegram launches Telegram Business, a suite of features tailored for businesses, including customisable start pages, preset replies, and chatbots. Public channels with 1,000+...
Elon Musk Pulls April Fool’s Joke, Says he is Joining Disney
Renowned billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk announced that he would be assuming the role of Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer at The Walt...
VNV Global Slashes Value of Wasoko Holding by 48% Amidst Planned Merger with MaxAB
Swedish investment firm VNV Global, known for supporting startups in various sectors including mobility, health, and marketplaces, has reduced the value of its...