SystemSpecs Advocates Academia-Industry Alliances to Propel Africa’s SDGs
Collaboration between academia and industry is pivotal to advancing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) across…
Godman Akinlabi, Laju Iren, Stan & Blessing Nze, EmmaOMG, and AnEndlessOcean to Headline Biggest Singles Gathering in Lagos and Abuja
Lagos and Abuja | September 25th, 2024. The Elevation Church is thrilled to announce the highly anticipated return of its Singles Hangout after a brief hiatus since 2021. This event, designed for singles from diverse backgrounds, will occur simultaneously in Lagos and Abuja on Saturday, 28th September, starting at 9 AM. Attendees are invited to experience…
Senegal Bonds Surge as IMF Chief Signals Deeper Loan Talks
Senegal’s sovereign bonds rallied sharply following comments from International Monetary Fund (IMF) Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva, who confirmed that discussions on a new loan programme with the West African nation would “intensify in the coming weeks.” Georgieva praised Senegal’s reform efforts, stating the IMF was “very encouraged by the commitment of the Senegalese authorities to…
ADC Unveils Vision to Overhaul Nigerian Governance, Rejects Patronage Politics
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has announced its intention to transform Nigeria’s political landscape by dismantling entrenched systems of godfatherism, budget manipulation, and patronage-led governance. The party is advocating for a fresh approach rooted in openness, innovation, and active citizen engagement. In a statement released on Friday via its coalition mobilisation wing, ADC Vanguard, the…
EPL: Chelsea’s Palmer out of action for another six weeks – Maresca
Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca has confirmed that midfielder Cole Palmer will be sidelined for another six weeks due to injury. Palmer, who has been out since limping off during Chelsea’s 2-1 loss to Manchester United on September 20, was initially expected to return shortly after the international break. However, that timeline has now been extended….
FG Inches Closer to 15% Inflation Target, Economists Reacts
The Federal Government on Wednesday recorded a major breakthrough in its efforts to curb inflation to 15 per cent, as new data from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) showed that Nigeria’s headline inflation eased to 18.02 per cent in September 2025 from 19.12 per cent in August, The PUNCH reports. According to the latest…
Tinubu may drop controversial names from pardon list
Indications emerged on Thursday that certain individuals listed in the presidential pardon recently approved by the Council of State may be excluded from the final version, following concerns raised over the inclusion of some controversial names. The move follows widespread criticism of the list presented by the Attorney-General of the Federation, Prince Lateef Fagbemi (SAN),…
ASUU Strike: NLC insists on ‘no pay, no work’ against FG directive
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has strongly criticized the Federal Government’s recent directive mandating the enforcement of the “no work, no pay” rule against university lecturers currently on strike. The union reaffirmed its stance as “no pay, no work.” Speaking to journalists on Wednesday after meeting with Governor Alex Otti in Nvosi, Isiala Ngwa South…
Minister Calls for Closure of Schools Charging in Foreign Currencies
Dr. Dele Alake, Nigeria’s Minister of Solid Minerals Development, has called for the shutdown of schools operating within the country that demand tuition payments in foreign currencies. He made this statement during the Nigeria Gold Day Celebration, which took place alongside the 10th edition of Nigeria’s Mining Week in Abuja. The event was themed “Nigeria…
Olayemi Cardoso has Assured Investors that Nigeria’s Macroeconomic Indicators are Steadily Improving
He disclosed that the country’s foreign exchange (FX) market turnover has reached $8.6 billion per month in 2025. Speaking at an Investors’ Forum in Washington D.C., held alongside the IMF/World Bank Annual Meetings, Cardoso, Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), also noted that Nigeria’s gross external reserves have risen to $43.4 billion—sufficient to…
Made for More Conference Celebrates 10 Years of Impact with “Glory Fire”
The Made for More Conference, the flagship annual women’s conference of The Elevation Church, marks a major milestone this year as it celebrates its 10th anniversary with a powerful new theme, “Glory Fire.” Holding from Friday, October 24 to Sunday, October 26, 2025, at the Pistis Conference Centre, Lekki, this landmark edition promises to be…
Osimhen Scores a hat-trick as Nigeria keeps World Cup Hopes Alive
Victor Osimhen’s hat-trick powered Nigeria to a 4–0 victory over Benin Republic, securing a spot in the African playoffs and keeping their 2026 World Cup hopes alive. Victor Osimhen delivered a masterclass in finishing as Nigeria overwhelmed Benin Republic in Uyo on Tuesday. His three goals were instrumental in the Super Eagles’ commanding 4–0 win,…