…by political parties whose names did not correspond with the outcome of primaries monitored and uploaded by the commission, raising fresh uncertainty over the APC's revised nominations. Documents obtained by our correspondents showed that the APC National Working Committee, acting on the recommendations of its Primary…

…India's Aadhaar enables biometric authentication for banking and public services. Estonia introduced Mobile-ID in 2007, which allows citizens to vote, sign legally binding documents, among other things. Singapore's Singpass, launched in 2003 and upgraded to a mobile-first digital identity platform in 2018, uses facial…

…described as his unwavering commitment, visionary leadership and dedication to repositioning Nigeria's education sector. According to him, the minister has shown remarkable courage and innovation in driving reforms aimed at improving access, quality and continuity in the nation's education system. Nwosu urged state gov…

…for the Lagos Rail Mass Transit project, adding that the government would continue monitoring the corridor to prevent displaced traders from returning. "We will continue to patrol this stretch and ensure that those dislodged do not return. This median has been reserved for the rail project, and it must be protected for…

…was unveiled at the opening of the institute's two-day organisational review and repositioning retreat themed "Re-Align, Re-Energize, Re-Position," held at the Digital Park, University of Ibadan, in Oyo State. Speaking at the event, the Director of IAMRAT, Prof. Ike Ajayi, said the institute had reached a defining mome…

…insights Speaking during the inauguration of the UBEC Ministerial Implementation and Monitoring Committee in Abuja, Alausa said the committee's success would be measured by the number of schools that become fully operational and actively educate children. He added that the committee would work with UBEC, state governme…

…X account, @ABAT, on Wednesday, President Tinubu said his administration is repositioning the NYSC into a platform for national development while strengthening its governance, standards and dignity. He wrote: “On Monday, at the Federal Executive Council, our administration approved the most consequential reforms of the…

…issued on Tuesday by the Press Secretary of the Teaching Service Commission, Bola Onile. The statement said the approval underscores the administration's commitment to the welfare, motivation and career progression of workers in the state public service, particularly personnel under the Teaching Service Commission. Rea…

Governor Abiodun's recent commissioning of the new Pharma-Grade Warehouse of the Ogun State Drugs and Health Commodities Management Agency underscored the steady transformation of Ogun State's healthcare system-one increasingly attracting recognition from independent institutions

…profitable Absa Bank Kenya CEO steps down Mastercard's new cybersecurity hubs Cameronian taxi drivers get new ID upgrade World Wide Web 3 Job Openings E-commerce South African e-commerce giant Takealot becomes profitable Image Source: Tenor After years of burning cash, South African e-commerce giant Takealot is finally…

Mexico turned on the style at their iconic Azteca Stadium on Tuesday, brushing Ecuador aside 2-0 to break their World Cup knockout curse dating back 40 years. The round-of-32 match was delayed for an hour due to stormy weather and when it started the co-hosts flew out of the blocks, mounting wave after wave of attacks.…

…important than the human yield was the confiscation of such a large quantum of electronic and digital devices from terrorist camps that it took "an additional plane" to move them out of Nigeria to a safe place where American experts are studying them to better understand how Islamic State (ISIS) operatives communicate…

…AI, responsible innovation, and digital skills in supporting business growth and positioning the region as a growing technology hub. Head of the School of Computing at the University of Derby, Professor Stephan Reiff-Marganiec, said preparing the workforce for an AI-driven economy would require stronger partnerships be…

…Edwards said the agency and its partners were strengthening surveillance, market monitoring and industry collaboration to ensure Nigerians consume adequately fortified foods. "The whole idea is to bring the food fortification ecosystem together to discuss progress, share challenges and find solutions. Ultimately, it is…

…investment products alongside its existing financial services. The company is positioning itself to power the financial products that other businesses offer, not just the ones it provides directly. "My desire is to see Africans participate fully in global commerce and grow their wealth," Tayo Oviosu, Paga’s Group Chief…

By Egufe Yafugborhi For 72 hours, progress froze on Imoniyamen Street. What was meant to be a celebratory kickoff for a long-awaited Delta State government road contract in Iwhrekpokpor, an Ughelli North suburb, turned into a standoff between community leadership and the project contractor. At the centre of it is the a…

…of the Petroleum Industry Act." The minister also charged the agency to intensify monitoring to ensure consumers receive the correct quantity of fuel purchased at filling stations. 'What is the regulator doing?' Lokpobiri asks He said: "Beyond allowing prices to be determined by market forces, the question is: what is…

…into drainage channels and waterways. Fagbewesa, who is the Principal Secretary to the Onikoyi of Ikoyi-Ekiti, Ọba Moses Akinwande Ogundana, also advocated stricter enforcement of environmental sanitation regulations, including appropriate sanctions against individuals and businesses found violating waste disposal laws…

Cet article est aussi disponible en français First published June 28, 2026 The first generation of African digital lenders believed it had found banking’s blind spot. Millions of people earned money, ran businesses and moved cash around every day, yet remained invisible to lenders because they lacked collateral, formal…

…phase of life, money now stays in our platform. Margins get better." Compare that with Moniepoint, whose MFB licence was upgraded to a national licence in 2026. While the company processed ₦412 trillion ($297 billion) in payments in 2025, it said it also financed more than ₦1 trillion ($724.15 million) in business loan…

…hardened outlaws emerge from the woods and kneel before him. The king watches in astonishment. Here is a man outside the law commanding a loyalty that rivals the crown itself. Unable to conceal his amazement, the king murmurs: "What a remarkable sight this is! By God's passion, it seems to me that this man has more fol…

Corporate Nigeria is on a 24-hour countdown as the National Revenue Service (NRS) prepares to enforce its mandatory electronic invoicing

…2024, Kenya made a landmark move, replacing its traditional visa system with an Electronic Travel Authorisation. The Kenyan government announced that from 1 January 2024, travellers to Kenya would not require a traditional visa and would instead apply for an Electronic Travel Authorisation, with a processing fee of app…

By Soni Daniel, Northern Region Editor He came into the office of the FCT Minister as an unsung hero but opted to remain calm and embellish his true colour and character for some time. For others, all they knew and chanted about Ezenwo Nyesom Wike, was that he had been a two-time governor of Rivers State, a one-time Mi…

By Ayo Onikoyi Idowu Olumide Babalola, President and Founder of DJB Media & Digital TV Broadcast Limited, recently shared his expert perspective on the challenges artists and public figures face in sustaining their fame. According to Babalola, who has built a modern media empire, making him a pioneer in digital media &…