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Plane Crash in Burkina Faso Kills Five
A private plane has crashed in the eastern region of Burkina Faso on Wednesday, March 7, killing five people and injuring two. The...
Following Binance Exit, CBN Partners With Blockchain Firm Gluwa, to Propel eNaira Adoption
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has sealed a partnership with blockchain credit infrastructure firm, Gluwa, to accelerate the adoption of eNaira. eNaira...
After Listing his Power Firm, Tony Elumelu Advices FG to Privatise Electricity Transmission
Nigerian business magnate, Tony Elumelu, a key figure controlling 15% of the nation’s electricity market, has called on the government to initiate the...
February 2024 Hottest on Global Records, Sets New Temperature Highs
February 2024 marked the hottest February on record globally, with soaring temperatures recorded by Copernicus, the EU’s climate monitoring service. The average global...
Bandits Storm Kaduna School, Abduct Over 100 Pupils, Head Teacher
Bandits have invaded LEA primary school in Kuriga, Chikun Local Government Area of Kaduna State, abducting over a 100 pupils and some staff...
CBN Requires Monthly Financial Returns from Microfinance, Mortgage and Development Banks
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has instructed Microfinance Banks (MFBs), Primary Mortgage Banks (PMBs), and Development Financial Institutions (DFIs) to submit their...
Tinubu to inaugurate Abuja light rail in May – Wike
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has announced that the Abuja light rail project is nearing completion, with approximately...
Despite Public Outcry, Wike Builds ₦15B Residential House for Shettima
Nigeria’s Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike on Wednesday visited the construction site of the ₦15 billion Vice-President’s residence in Abuja despite...
Cascador Launches 2024 Accelerator Program for Mid-Stage African Entrepreneurs
Cascador, an accelerator program supporting mid-stage African entrepreneurs, has opened applications for 2024 with a focus on business growth and leadership development. This...
It Is A Shame That Ukraine In War Is giving Us Food – Niger State Governor Echoes Peter Obi
Niger State Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago has echoed Peter Obi’s sentiments and stance that it is a shame for the nation to be...
Third Mainland Bridge: Iyana Oworo bound lane closes for 36 hours
The Lagos State government has announced the temporary closure of the Lagos Island – Iyana Oworo carriageway to vehicular movement for 36 hours. ...
I am holding all DisCos accountable for their performance – Power Minister
Bayo Adelabu, the Minister of Power, has summoned the heads of the Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC), Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company, and the...