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Three young Nigerians launch ChatPay waitlist to simplify banking transactions directly on WhatsApp

Three Nigerian entrepreneurs have unveiled the public waitlist for ChatPay, a conversational banking...

SPIN inducts 79 sustainability professionals to strengthen corporate governance in Nigeria

The Sustainability Professionals Institute of Nigeria (SPIN) has officially inducted 79 new members...

LASG announces landmark ARV procurement initiative, clarifies HIV data

‌The Lagos State Government (LASG) has dismissed reports suggesting that the state recorded...

Ultra-processed foods designed to drive addictive eating behaviours, new study warns

A newly published study has suggested that many ultra-processed foods are intentionally formulated...

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Education

YABATECH dean launches N1m award to promote academic integrity and curb exam malpractice

The Dean of the School of Environmental Studies at Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH), Desina Aladeloba, has introduced a ₦1 million award initiative aimed...
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Education

Suleja chairman urges NSUBEB to rehabilitate dilapidated primary schools and improve learning

The Chairman of Suleja Council Area, Isyaku Naibi, has called on the Niger State Universal Basic Education Board (NSUBEB) to give priority to the...
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Sustainable Business

Nigeria expands global influence as 10,000 experts deliver technical aid across 40 countries abroad

Nigeria’s Technical Aid Corps (NTAC) has highlighted the country's growing international influence through decades of technical assistance, with more than 10,000 Nigerian professionals deployed...
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Columns

Digitalized Childbirth Database: A local Tool for National Development Planning

By Akinlabi Hassan In every nation, the birth of a child is more than a family milestone. It is a critical data point that helps...
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Agenda 2030

LAPO MfB deploys billions to green, agricultural finance in H1 ’26

LAPO Microfinance Bank (LAPO MfB) strengthened its sustainability footprint in the first half of 2026, deploying billions of naira to green, agricultural and climate-related...
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Sustainable Business

NACCIMA opens $150m offshore expansion fund for Nigerian businesses seeking long-term financing

The Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (NACCIMA) has commenced applications for a $150 million Offshore Expansion Facility aimed at...
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Opportunities

Ace Startup Academy 2026 opens applications for founders with grants and incubation support

Applications have opened for the ACE Startup Academy 2026, a founder training and startup pitch programme created to help aspiring and early-stage entrepreneurs develop...
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Opportunities

MTN-WWF Africa Pachipanda Challenge 2026 opens applications for youth-led green SMEs in Africa

Applications have opened for the 2026 MTN-WWF Africa PachiPanda Challenge, an innovation programme aimed at identifying, supporting and scaling youth-led solutions addressing environmental and...
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Sustainable Business

FirstBank unveils Spark a Gem Challenge, awards N10m grants to women entrepreneurs in Nigeria

First Bank of Nigeria Ltd. has strengthened its support for women-led enterprises with the launch of the Spark A Gem Challenge, a flagship initiative...
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Africa Social Impact Summit 2026 rallies 2,000 leaders to unlock financing for resilient economies

The fifth edition of the Africa Social Impact Summit (ASIS 2026) concluded with renewed commitments to accelerate sustainable development across Africa, bringing together more...
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FemNest 2.0 opens applications for women innovators in Nigeria

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University of Edinburgh opens 2027/28 Mastercard scholarships for Africans

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Six young Nigerian agripreneurs win ₦12m in BATN Foundation grants

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BATN Foundation, Lagos deepen partnership to boost food security

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Delta community shuts Chevron oil wells over host status dispute

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Shettima urges states to act on electricity reforms under 2023 law

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BOI and UNDP renew partnership to strengthen Nigerian businesses

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WIPO opens 2027 innovation fellowship with monthly stipend of CHF 6,000

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Catalyst Academy opens applications for African youth innovation programme

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Young green entrepreneurs can apply for YECO 2026/2027 programme

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NITDA, NACCIMA partner to connect Nigerian startups with investors

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World Bank unveils digital strategy to tackle developing countries’ job gap

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Abia approves Presco palm oil project with 5,000 jobs in view

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NBTI outlines $600m investment pipeline and solar plan for firms

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Equity Bank Uganda commits KSh1.21bn to green finance initiatives

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Nigeria’s annual floods raise fresh questions over ecological funds

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Experts call on Nigerian firms to build data-driven work systems

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Nigerian startups seek funds for sustainable solutions in Africa

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FGN targets N20bn climate fund to tackle North-West environmental crisis

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AfDB and Denmark deepen green finance partnership

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