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Nigerian Farmers Want FG To Set Up Cashew Research Institute To Galvanise Industry Devt, Attract Investors – Dr Ajanaku
Daily Independent
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August 29, 2025
0 National Cashew Association of Nigeria, has urged the federal government to set a National Cashew Research Institute, NCRI. Dr Ojo Ajanaku, National President of the association, called on President Bola Tinubu and the National Assembly to speed...
Nigeria: SNEPCo MD urges bold investments to bridge energy gap
Zawya
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Nigeria needs bold investments to address the energy deficit that affects millions of households and industries, Chairman of Off-grid Impact Investment Company All On, and Managing Director of Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Company Ltd...
OAUSTECH Don reveals why Nigeria loses over $750bn food annually
Alexa.ng
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August 29, 2025
In a striking declaration, Prof. Foluso Olutope Adetuyi, a leading food biochemist at Olusegun Agagu University of Science and Technology (OAUSTECH), has urged Nigerian governments and stakeholders to make substantial investments in food storage...
Nigeria: Credite Capital reveals regional expansion plans at 2024 AGM
Zawya
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Tokunboh Abudu, the Chairman, Credite Capital Finance, has stated that the company is positioning the business to play more critical roles in the financial sector by growing its regional branch expansion for deeper market penetration. He made this...
NANPF hails Tinubu on Nigeria-Brazil aviation deal
The Guardian (Nigeria)
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August 29, 2025
The National Association of Nigeria Professional Footballers (NANPF), on Friday, commended President Bola Tinubu for signing a Bilateral Air Service Agreement (BASA) with Brazil, describing the deal as a potential game-changer for Nigerian sports....
Legal practitioners alerted on rising cases of women abuse in Nigeria
The Guardian (Nigeria)
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August 29, 2025
Perturbed by rising cases of rape, incest, teenage pregnancies and maternal mortality, legal practitioners and advocates have called for urgent reforms in Nigeria’s legal system on sexual and reproductive health rights to curb the trend. This was...
Nigerian emerges as Rotary International President-elect
Eagle Online
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August 29, 2025
Rotary International has announced Nigerian Rotarian Olayinka Hakeem Babalola as its President for the 2026-2027 Rotary year. His emergence marks a historic milestone, making him only the second African and the second Nigerian to lead the global...
Andray Finance redefines loan access for Nigeria’s underserved
The Guardian (Nigeria)
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August 29, 2025
In a country where access to credit has long been a barrier to economic mobility, Andray Finance Limited is rewriting the rules. Founded in 2022 and headquartered at Cardinal Place, Victoria Island, Oniru, Lagos, the digital-first financial...
Nigeria: Excess crude account shrinks to $535,823 as NEC orders accelerated reforms
Zawya
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The National Economic Council (NEC) has approved the Renewed Hope Development Plan (2026-2030), aimed at fast-tracking Nigeria’s economic growth to $1 trillion by 2030. The framework is expected to consolidate ongoing reforms and align Nigeria’s...
Nigerian Governors Endorse $100bn Creative Economy Plan
Arise News
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August 29, 2025
Nigerian governors have announced their support for the federal government’s aspiration of adding $100 billion to the country’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) through its largely unexplored creative economy potential by 2030. Specifically, the...
Nigeria: Fuel subsidy removal freed resources for national development – FG
Zawya
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The Federal government says that the removal of subsidy by the President Bola Tinubu administration has freed up national resources for infrastructure, education, healthcare and job creation. The Minister for Information and National Orientation,...
The Problem with Nigeria
Modern Ghana
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Is President Bola Tinubu the cause of Nigeria’s problem? Some time ago, I wrote that I did not endorse Tinubu because he will reduce the misery index of Nigeria. I did not endorse him because he will stop corruption and other ills that plague the...
Why Nigeria must activate co-production and cultural exchange pacts it signed with Brazil – Olumuyiwa Ojo
Business Hallmark
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August 29, 2025
In the dynamic world of film and television production, talented individuals with the passion for storytelling and a knack for innovation are shaping the industry. Olumuyiwa Johnson Ojo, a seasoned professional with over 15 years experience, is...
Nigeria News51 minutes ago Report Ranking Kaduna Among States With Highest Cases Of Kidnapping Mischievous – Govt Fumes The Kaduna State Government has rejected a recent report ranking the state among those with the highest cases of kidnapping in…
Naija News
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August 29, 2025
The Kaduna State Government has rejected a recent report ranking the state among those with the highest cases of kidnapping in Nigeria, describing it as ‘false, mischievous and irresponsible.’ The government insisted that security has improved...
NCC firms up framework to safeguard Nigeria’s telecom infrastructure
Technext
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August 29, 2025
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has announced that it is developing a cybersecurity framework that will secure digital infrastructure and enhance online safety for consumers in the Nigerian communications industry. The framework, with...
Spiro makes strategic push into Nigeria’s Electric Motorcycle Market
Nairametrics
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August 29, 2025
Spiro’s strategic push into Nigeria’s electric motorcycle market represents a significant milestone not just for the country but for the global transition toward sustainable and inclusive mobility. In a world grappling with climate change, energy...
All On advocates bold renewable energy investments to close Nigeria’s power gap
The Guardian (Nigeria)
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August 29, 2025
All On, a Shell-funded impact investment company, has called on the Nigerian government and private sector players to embrace bold and sustained investments in renewable energy as a pathway to bridging the country’s persistent energy deficit. The...
Mitsumi Distribution Accelerates Nigeria's Digital Transformation Journey at GITEX Nigeria 2025
Pulse
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August 29, 2025
Leading technology distributor showcases cutting-edge AI, cybersecurity, and telecommunications while expanding strategic partnerships across West Africa.Mitsumi Distribution, a premier technology distributor specializing in IT, telco, artificial...
Shettima: FG Ready To Unlock Nigeria’s Geo-heritage Sites Potential Through Collaboration
This Day
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August 29, 2025
Deji Elumoye in Abuja Vice-President Kashim Shettima has affirmed the commitment of the administration of President Bola Tinubu towards unlocking the socio-economic potentials of Nigeria’s geo-heritage sites. To achieve this, he stressed that the...
All On Chairman urges bold investments to bridge energy gap in Nigeria
Nairametrics
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August 29, 2025
All On, a Shell-funded impact investment company, participated in the 2025 Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) International Business Conference & Expo, held at Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos. The event, themed “Invest...