…campaigns. According to her, poor remuneration of frontline volunteers affects motivation and can compromise data quality, making stronger government support essential. She disclosed that the Vice Chairman of Alimosho Local Government pledged to engage chairmen of the area’s six Local Council Development Areas after re…
…"This approval reinforces the university's commitment to academic excellence, innovation and national development. It also advances the university's strategic expansion in the health sciences while reflecting the National Universities Commission's confidence in its academic resources, infrastructure, governance and cap…
…has overcome poverty. Victor Osimhen – Getty image “His warrior mentality is truly motivating, and he gives his all when he plays - he possesses an insatiable hunger for goals. I can see many qualities in him that resonate with me.”» Dream of sharing the pitch Iheanacho also revealed that he studies Osimhen’s matches a…
…debt repayment after weathering the impact of foreign exchange volatility and elevated borrowing costs in 2025. Finance cost is the total cost a company incurs for borrowing money or financing its operations. It is reported in the income statement and reduces a company's profit. The PUNCH spoke to industry analysts who…
…The Commission said its medical and security personnel accompanied El-Rufai to the private wing of the National Hospital and remained outside the consultation room while he was examined by an oncologist. The ICPC said concerns arose after photographs surfaced on Facebook showing El-Rufai with his personal physician, Pr…
…a simple question: after receiving substantial statutory allocations, 13 per cent derivation, and other federation revenues over the years, what measurable improvements have been made in reducing poverty, creating jobs, and expanding economic opportunities? “Civil society budget reports, official Federation Account All…
…the source and movement of any funds involved; and the role of any public officer, private individual, financial institution, intermediary or other person or entity that may have facilitated, enabled or participated in the alleged scheme," it stated. The President also directed the commission to identify weaknesses in…
…the future and together, let us build that future, powered by partnership, driven by innovation and sustained by the limitless potential of natural gas. "Every cubic foot of gas utilised domestically translates directly to new local jobs, reinforced industrial output, reduced import dependency, and a higher standard of…
…He said: “This appointment is a recognition of Nigeria’s commitment to advancing innovative and coordinated humanitarian solutions. It provides an opportunity for us to contribute to shaping Africa’s humanitarian future through stronger partnerships, knowledge sharing, and systems that deliver lasting impact for vulner…
…and chorus perfectly. Rather than disrupting the momentum, his contribution elevates the record, adding both emotion and musicality to an already compelling collaboration. Na Je is another reminder that Break Time isn’t just about making statements-it’s about presenting them in ways that are engaging, memorable, and de…
…to view the English edition. Read in English Le 20 juin, sur la scène AfricaTech de VivaTech à Paris, Aida Mbodji, Déléguée Générale de la Délégation à l’Entrepreneuriat Rapide des Femmes et des Jeunes (DER/FJ) du Sénégal, a annoncé la création du fonds Catalyst DER/FJ : un véhicule de 50 millions de dollars dédié au f…
…important to us. We’ve had reporters here for the last three years covering the innovation and tech ecosystem here,” he said. Aladekomo pushed back against the notion that Africa’s startup scene is a single market, arguing that “the Kenyan ecosystem is quite different from Nigeria's. It’s quite different than Cape Town…
…musical experience that fans of authentic African music will truly appreciate. With captivating vocals, vibrant instrumentals, and infectious rhythms, “Igbo” is more than just a song-it’s a celebration of identity, heritage, and unity. The chemistry between Chinedu and Ejyk Nwamba shines throughout the track, making it…
…Brilliance South African producer Dwson returns with We Are Home (Club Mix), a captivating Deep House offering that combines soulful melodies, hypnotic grooves, and refined production into an immersive club-ready experience. Renowned for his emotive approach to electronic music, Dwson once again delivers a record that…
…digital economy. A Tuesday directive from the Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, seen by TechCabal, directs regulators to maintain the existing regulatory framework while the government harmonises policies on internet platforms, artificial intelligence, online safety, data governance, a…
…cloud providers, and other businesses rent space for their servers. The rest are private facilities built for organisations such as telecom operators and banks. Most of these facilities are located in Lagos, particularly in Lekki, Ikeja, and Eko Atlantic, although cities including Abuja, Kano, Enugu, and Port Harcourt…
…far. Bago, represented by his deputy, Mr Yakubu Garba, directed security agencies to activate all available security architecture across the affected areas. He also directed them to adopt both kinetic and non-kinetic measures to contain the crisis and prevent its escalation. The governor, who inspected the affected com…
…disclosed that civil proceedings would seek, among other reliefs, N10 billion in aggravated and exemplary damages, which the firm said would be paid to a charity or charities of Gbajabiamila’s choice. The suit will further seek a perpetual injunction restraining any further defamatory publications against the Chief of…
…seemed to be a recurring advantage. At 19, that trend became Robert's biggest motivation for wanting to leave Nigeria. "The only way to do business in multiple countries, and have the knowledge to do so, is [to] actually [leave] my country, I thought, and to learn with people from other countries, to understand how the…
…not seen the light of day. It has not received one kobo because it was never fully activated. The Accountant-General has not released any money because there is no operational account for such payment," Mokwa said. He added that while the council has a budgetary allocation, the existence of a provision in the Appropria…
…delivery, while emphasising the need for reforms anchored on collaboration, innovation, and patient-centred care. Speaking at the briefing, the Chairman of the Nigeria Chapter of WACP and Vice President of the College, Prof. Benjamin Uzochukwu, said Nigeria's health system challenges cannot be solved by restrictive pol…
…promoting local production of healthcare products, which reduced import duty and VAT collections on medical imports. He also cited the presidential initiative on compressed natural gas, CNG, and electric vehicles, which reduced revenue from imports, as well as the high volume of imports covered by import duty exemption…
…low and medium groups. The meeting, therefore, advocates for immediate adoption of innovative housing finance and industrialized housing construction models such as prefabricated housing, precast concrete system and modular construction with replicable and standardized designs for faster delivery and cost efficiency ho…
…in green finance mechanisms, including carbon markets, blended finance, and public-private partnerships, to support Nigeria's climate transition. HBM Nigeria Plc, formerly known as Lafarge Africa Plc, a leading Nigerian building solutions company and a member of the Huaxin Building Materials Group. -
…cassava harvester. The machinery is designed to support every stage of cassava cultivation, from land preparation and planting to harvesting, with the goal of reducing dependence on manual labour while improving operational efficiency on farms. "The introduction of these machines is expected to transform cassava farmin…