AFRICA continues to attract millions of visitors eager to explore its diverse landscapes, rich history, and vibrant cultures. From the ancient pyramids of Egypt to the bustling souks of Morocco and the breathtaking safaris of Kenya, the continent offers unparalleled travel experiences. With record-breaking tourism numbers in 2024, Africa’s most …
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WOMEN entrepreneurs play a crucial role in Africa’s economic growth, yet they continue to face significant barriers to financing, markets, and business expansion opportunities. To bridge this gap, Ecobank has announced a major expansion of its Ellevate by Ecobank programme. Originally designed for women-led, women-owned, and women-focused businesses in commercial banking, Ellevate will …
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THE Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has slated May 28 for the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission, FCCPC, to arraign the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, MD/CEO, of MTN Nigeria Communications PLC, Mr Karl Toriola, on a two-count charge. Others listed as 1st to 4th defendants in …
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THE House of Representatives has directed Multichoice, the operators of DStv and GOtv, to halt its planned subscription rate increase, citing the prevailing economic hardship in the country. The Pay-TV provider had recently announced a price adjustment effective from March 1, with the DStv Premium package rising from N37,000 to …
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GUNMEN have kidnapped a Catholic priest, Rev. Father Philip Ekeli, and a seminarian, Peter Andrew, from St. Peter Catholic Church in Iviukwa Community, Etsako East Local Government Area of Edo State. Police sources confirmed the incident on Tuesday to security expert, Zagazola Makama, saying the attack happened on Sunday night …
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THE federal government has launched a new revenue collection platform, the Treasury Management and Revenue Assurance System (TMRAS), to replace the Remita platform. This was disclosed in a statement by Dr. Mrs. Oluwa Oyin Madein, Accountant-General of the Federation (AGF). The move, spearheaded by the Office of the Accountant-General …
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NIGERIA Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has issued a warning against indiscriminate sale and display of antibiotics. The centre also called for strict enforcement of prescription regulations to curb growing threat of Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR). Dr Ridwan Yahaya, the National Focal Point for Human Health on Antimicrobial Resistance, and Programme …
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Ondo State Governor, Dr Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has charged the newly appointed cabinet members to uphold the principles of hard work, transparency, and dedication in their service to the state. The governor gave the charge while swearing-in the officials at the Governor’s Office in Akure. Governor Aiyedatiwa urged them to collectively work …
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THE Lagos State University (LASU), on Tuesday, called for timely justice over the death of one of our recent graduates, Mr Adedamola Ogunbode, popularly known as Horlar. The university said this in a statement by Mrs Oluwayemisi Thomas-Onashile, its Deputy Registrar and Coordinator, Centre for Information and Public Relations, made …
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The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to reducing the cost of transporting goods and services by air, land, and sea to boost production across the country. Dr Jumoke Oduwole, Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, made this known during a ministerial briefing organised by the Ministry of Information and …
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