Juju musician Saint Janet, Yoruba actress Temitope Osoba, filmmaker Dimbo Atiya and relationship coach Lara Kudayisi Don-Momoh all died within days of each otherTemitope Osoba, 40, had publicly shared her cancer battle before her death, with her burial set for August 13 in Ogun StateDimbo Atiya, 53, was behind acclaime…
…Government seeks to build a financing system around the country’s growing creative economy. Speaking at the QEDNG Creative Powerhouse Summit 2.0 in Lagos on Tuesday, National Coordinator of iDICE, Ife Adebayo, said Nigeria had abundant creative talent but lacked the capital, skills, infrastructure and systems needed to…
An event planning firm revealed it is coordinating 70 vendors for Lateef Adedimeji and Mo Bimpe's triplets' thanksgivingA video from some of the vendors' meeting was shared online, confirming the couple's celebrations are already in full swingFans flooded the comments with excitement, with many declaring that Lagos is …
…said such projects were particularly important to Nigeria’s ambition to build a $1tn economy under the Renewed Hope Development Plan 2026-2030, which envisages significant private-sector participation in financing infrastructure and economic development. Ewalefoh said the customs modernisation project had already contr…
…the immediate provision of a new transformer to bring life back into our community's economy," he said. Residents said families and business owners had been placed under considerable economic pressure as a result of the blackout, with many forced to depend on alternative sources of electricity, which they described as…
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…cost of building materials, saying the situation portends danger for the sector, the economy and average Nigerians in need of accommodation. Speaking with the Nigerian Tribune, the housing experts, comprising the chapter president, FIABCI Nigeria (the International Real Estate Federation), Akin Opatola; Managing Direct…
…to borrow today to provide goods and services, with the expectation that tomorrow the economy will generate resources to pay back.” He added, “Let’s be clear, this administration under my watch has a particular view about borrowing, and we have very stringent criteria for it.” The governor also said, “In 2022, the Stat…
Global security in 2026 is defined less by neutrality and more by alliances, as nations seek firmer guarantees in times of crisisThe US-Israel war with Iran revealed the limits of informal ties, showing that only formal defence treaties ensure military backingFrom NATO to new regional pacts, the strength of alliances n…
…is a journalist with Legit.ng, covering technology, energy, stocks, investment, and the economy for over a decade.The price of rice has fallen sharply in parts of Nigeria, with a 50kg bag reportedly selling for between N48,000 and N49,000, bringing relief to consumers but raising fresh concerns among local farmers and…
…loopholes in the tax system. The NRS, in an internal report on the state of the Nigerian economy obtained by The PUNCH on Sunday, insisted that the country was moving from a period of severe macroeconomic distress towards a more stable and resilient economy following the implementation of a series of difficult reforms…
…ambition to attract investment and build capacity in emerging areas of the digital economy. The Executive Vice-Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the NCC, Dr Aminu Maida, announced the partnership at the handover ceremony in Enugu, saying the Commission was pleased to transfer the facilities to a state government…
…a decade of experience in business journalism, with in-depth knowledge of the Nigerian economy, stocks, and general market trends.A total turnover of 4.607 billion shares valued at N130.636 billion in 263,439 deals was recorded on the floor of the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) during the week, compared with 4.164 billion sha…
…a decade of experience in business journalism, with in-depth knowledge of the Nigerian economy, stocks, and general market trends.X has closed new sign-ups for its Revenue Sharing programme and unveiled a replacement scheme, the Original Content Rewards Programme, which the company says will focus on compensating creat…
The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Gboyega Oyetola, has told Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, to prepare for defeat in Saturday’s governorship election, saying his endorsement of President Bola Tinubu would not save his administration. Oyetola spoke on Saturday while addressing All Progressives Congress stak…
…to comply with the new requirements. Adeyanju said Nigeria’s expanding digital economy, large consumer market and increasing reliance on technology services were strengthening the country’s position as an attractive destination for digital infrastructure investment. “The future of the economy is digital. Without the ri…
…in neighbouring countries have direct implications for Nigeria’s national security, economy and diplomacy. “What happens in Niamey affects Maiduguri. What happens in N’Djamena influences Borno. Developments in Bamako, Ouagadougou, Nouakchott and Yaoundé have direct implications for Nigeria’s national security, economic…
…- Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has accused President Bola Tinubu of running an economy that is shutting ordinary Nigerians out of home ownership, car ownership and basic consumer goods, citing the Central Bank of Nigeria's own Household Expectations Survey as evidence.The statement, dated Saturday, August 8, wa…
…access to China, potentially increasing farmers’ incomes and strengthening the rural economy. “With this zero-tariff access, these products can now compete effectively in China, offering a substantial boost to our rural economy and farmers’ incomes,” he said. However, Muhammad stressed that access to the Chinese market…
…is a journalist with Legit.ng, covering technology, energy, stocks, investment, and the economy for over a decade.Streaming is steadily reshaping how households consume entertainment, and the growing affordability of internet access is giving Nigerians and other African consumers more alternatives to traditional pay-TV…
New Zealand offers over 10 different work visas, each with distinct requirements depending on your job, skill level, and purpose of visitSome New Zealand work visas require a job offer before applying, while others allow you to work in almost any role without oneApplicants can stay in New Zealand for as little as 7 mon…
…students and prepare them for leadership, innovation, entrepreneurship and the digital economy. In his address, Sunday charged student leaders to promote excellence, uphold integrity, encourage dialogue and foster peace and coexistence within their institutions and communities. He pledged his continued commitment to…
…initiative were designed to prepare youths for opportunities in the emerging global economy. “We have announced the immediate removal of administrative bottlenecks delaying the payment of the approved state allowance for corps members and directed all local government chairmen to constitute NYSC Local Government Commit…
Canada’s economy added 75,000 jobs in July, bringing the unemployment rate down to 6.4 percent – its lowest level in two years – as the economy adapts to US tariffs, data showed Friday. Statistics Canada said hiring was split between full-time and part-time work and was spread across industries, from finance to constru…
…25.0 points over the next six months.Additionally, 63.4% of households said the Nigerian economy would deteriorate if inflation accelerated beyond its current pace. Meanwhile, 35.6% of respondents expected bank lending rates to increase over the next three months, while 57.2% preferred interest rates to decline. At the…