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Shell Reinforces Safety Commitment @ CEO Contractors Forum

Shell has hosted chief executives of contracting companies in Lagos highlighting the need to sustain safe operations across its businesses in Nigeria.

M&B Warns Public against “M&B Equity Stake”, Fraudulent Investment Scheme

NDPC @ Governors’ Forum, Urges States to Strengthen Data Protection Implementation

Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has urged state governments to strengthen the implementation of Nigeria’s data protection framework, saying effective enforcement of the law depends on action at the subnational level.

Kaspersky Detects 4.7 million Attacks Disguised as Workplace Tools Ahead of Business Season

While many people are still making the most of the international summer season and exploring new destinations through guides such as the Kaspersky Safe Travel Insights, businesses are preparing for the return to a more active working rhythm.

Canva, Paystack Empower Nigerian MSMEs

Canva Africa and Paystack have partnered to provide Nigerian entrepreneurs with artificial intelligence (AI)-powered creative tools to support small and medium-sized businesses.

FG Gets New $1.25Bn World Bank Loan Boost Job Creation

Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved a $1.25 billion financing facility from the International Development Association (IDA) and the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD) to support Nigeria’s actions for investment and job acceleration development policy financing.

NBC Warns against Disinformation, Hate speech Ahead of 2027 Polls

National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) has warned broadcasters, online publishers and bloggers against hate speech, misinformation and inflammatory content that could undermine the peaceful conduct of the 2027 general election.

FG inaugurates National Digital Cloud Policy, Targets $750m in Private Investment

Federal government has inaugurated a National Digital Cloud Policy targeting $750 million in private investment over the next 24 months.

How an MTN Foundation Scholarship Helped Violinist Izuakolam Bright Earn a Place at Berklee College of Music

A movie sparked Izuakolam Bright's love for the violin. Years later, that moment of inspiration has taken him to one of the world's most prestigious music institutions. Bright, a graduate of the MUSON School of Music and recipient of the MTN Foundation's scholarship programme, has secured a full scholarship to the Berklee College of Music in Boston, United States, marking a major milestone in his musical journey.

FDX by GITEX to unveil blueprint for Africa’s inclusive financial future

FDX by GITEX, a new platform focused on transforming Africa’s financial ecosystem, is set to bring together regulators, investors, enterprises and startups in Lagos to advance financial inclusion and digital innovation.

EFCC Arraigns FCMB Staff, Accomplice over Alleged $25,000 Access Credential Deal

Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned Gideon Bakpa Aghogho, a First City Monument Bank (FCMB) staff member, and Oscar Ebere Chukwuebuka, his accomplice, over an illicit $25,000 access credential deal.

CNN, Dangote Partner for Multiyear Campaign, New Show Africa Inc

CNN International Commercial (CNNIC) and Dangote Industries Limited are partnering for a new global, multiplatform campaign to showcase the scale, impact, and ambition of one of Africa’s most influential industrial groups, while highlighting the continent’s growing role in the global economy.

Standard Bank Targets Stake in OPay Ahead of IPO – Report

Africa’s largest bank by assets, Standard Bank Group is in negotiations with Nigerian fintech company OPay ahead of the latter’s planned initial public offering (IPO) in the United States.

7 Ways You Already Use AI Every Day Without Realising It, Plus a Bonus Tool Every Nigerian Should Know

Many of us treat AI like a suspicious new neighbour. We greet it carefully, watch it from the window and warn the children about it. Meanwhile the same neighbour has been helping us all along, unlocking our phones, catching scam emails before they land, and warning us about traffic before we leave the house. If you own a smartphone in Nigeria, you already use artificial intelligence every day.

Agusto & Co Withdraws A-credit Rating on Geregu Power Over Bond Default

Agusto & Co has withdrawn the ‘A-’ credit rating it assigned to Geregu Power Plc and its N40.09 billion Series 1 Senior Unsecured Bond following the company’s default on the bond’s eighth coupon payment and fourth principal repayment.

Fidelity Bank Distributes 2,000 Food Packs to Residents in Abeokuta

Fidelity Bank Plc has distributed more than 2,000 food packs to residents of Abeokuta, Ogun, under its Fidelity Food Bank Initiative.

NITDA Warns Zoom Users of Critical Vulnerability that could Hijack Accounts

National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has warned Zoom users about a critical security vulnerability that could allow attackers to take over user accounts without valid login credentials.

MTN Donates 149 MiFi Devices to Teachers to Promote Digital Education

MTN Nigeria has donated 149 MiFi devices to teachers as part of efforts to strengthen digital education and improve access to online learning resources in the country.

FCCPC Uncovers Possible Manipulation in the Price of Cement

The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has uncovered some red flags that suggested possible manipulation of cement prices in the Nigerian market.

Banks, Others Report 42,082 Transactions to NFIU

Financial institutions in Nigeria filed 42,082 suspicious transactions reports to the Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit (NFIU) in 2025, as financial institutions stepped up compliance with anti-money laundering regulations amid tighter regulatory oversight.

Supporting and Partnering in a New Dynamic and Cultural Environment - Precious Momife-Emechebe

Change is an inevitable part of every professional journey. For Executive Assistants, few transitions are as significant as moving from supporting one executive to partnering with another, particularly within a more dynamic, fast-paced organizational culture. While such a transition may feel daunting, it also presents an opportunity for growth, greater impact, and continued professional development.

Nigeria May Have Escaped Fiscal Cliff; Now Build an Economy Worth the Sacrifice

Three years after the removal of the fuel subsidy and the adjustment of the foreign-exchange regime, Nigeria’s revenue and external positions have improved significantly. After escaping the fiscal cliff as touted, but with the United States questioning the country’s fiscal transparency, the harder question is whether these gains can be translated into an economy worthy of the sacrifice Nigerians have endured.

Analytics Intelligence Partners Open Access Data Centres to Advance Sovereign AI and Cloud Solutions Across Africa

Analytics Intelligence [AI], a leading provider of artificial intelligence and data analytics solutions, has entered into a strategic partnership with Open Access Data Centres (OADC), a WIOCC Group company, to develop sovereign AI and cloud solutions that enable African enterprises to deploy secure, scalable, and locally hosted AI infrastructure.

Meta, 3MTT, RAIN launch AI Academy Nigeria to boost AI skills

Meta has partnered with the Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy (FMCIDE), through its 3 Million Technical Talent (3MTT) programme and the National Centre for Artificial Intelligence and Robotics (NCAIR), as well as Robotics and Artificial Intelligence Nigeria (RAIN), to launch AI Academy Nigeria.

MultiChoice Nigeria Says Nigerian Business will Remain Local with Global Resources

MultiChoice Nigeria has said that its leadership and strategic decisions remain locally driven following its acquisition by Canal+, as the pay-TV operator seeks to combine global resources with an understanding of Nigeria’s market.

The Biggest Cost of Nigeria’s Crypto Stamp Duty Not 1.5%, But What Happens Next

There is a strange thing about regulation: everybody wants clarity until clarity comes with a bill. Given that is probably why the conversation around Nigeria’s proposed 1.5% stamp duty on virtual asset transactions has quickly become a debate about the number. Is 1.5% too much? Will it make crypto more expensive? Will users simply move elsewhere?

Digital Encode Launches Nigeria’s First Autonomous Penetration Testing Platform DEPAS AI to Counter AI-Driven Cybercrime

As artificial intelligence accelerates the scale and sophistication of cybercrime worldwide, Nigeria’s foremost cybersecurity professional services firm, Digital Encode, today announced the launch of DEPAS AI, its fully autonomous enterprise penetration testing platform.

Airtel Africa Emerges First Operator in Africa to Commercially Launch Starlink Mobile

Airtel Africa and Starlink have launched satellite-to-mobile service in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), marking the first commercial deployment in Africa. The service enables Airtel customers with compatible smartphones to access connectivity in non-terrestrial areas wherever they can see the sky.

Formidable is not about size: Why structure is the secret to scaling Nigerian businesses

If you were to step away from your business for 30 days, what would happen? Would it continue to grow, remain stable, or begin to decline?

DHQ Raises Alarm over Cyberattack on X Account

Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has raised the alarm over cyberattack on its official X account.