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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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Environment & Energy

All On unveils 2026 off-grid energy challenge with up to $1m funding for Nigerian innovators

Nigeria's leading off-grid energy access investor, All On, has announced the launch of the 2026 All On Off-Grid Energy Challenge, introducing a funding window...
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Environment & Energy

House panel moves to end importer-refiner conflicts, boost Nigeria’s energy security reforms

The House of Representatives Committee on Petroleum Resources (Downstream) has commenced efforts to address potential conflicts of interest between petroleum importers and domestic refiners...
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Health

Mental health awareness is vital for productivity and sustainable development, expert says

A mental health expert, Dr. Okonkwo Bartholomew, has underscored the importance of mental health awareness as a foundation for workforce productivity and national development,...
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Health

WHO identifies integration, innovation, and community leadership as keys to ending HIV by 2030

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has identified integration, innovation and community leadership as the key pillars required to eliminate HIV, viral hepatitis and sexually...
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Environment & Energy

Nigeria’s $2bn renewable energy drive creates 76,000 jobs as REA pushes local industry growth

Nigeria's renewable energy sector has attracted more than $2 billion in cumulative investment, generating approximately 76,000 jobs, but industry leaders say the country must...
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Environment & Energy

NCC, REA seal renewable energy partnership to boost rural telecom connectivity across Nigeria

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) have entered into a strategic partnership aimed at deploying renewable energy solutions to...
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Education

FGN expands nursing admissions to 50,000 yearly to tackle Nigeria’s healthcare worker shortage

The Federal Government of Nigeria (FGN) has increased annual admissions into nursing schools from about 20,000 to 50,000 students as part of a wider...
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Agenda 2030

UN urges greater investment, partnerships to accelerate Africa’s SDG

The United Nations (UN) has renewed its call for stronger financial commitments, deeper partnerships and sustained investment in people to help Africa accelerate progress...
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Environment & Energy

Julius Berger reaffirms commitment to sustainable urban development at Future Cities Summit 2026

Julius Berger Nigeria Plc has reiterated its commitment to advancing sustainable urban development and environmentally responsible construction through its participation in the Future Cities...
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In The News

NCDMB launches NCTRC, backs Brentex’s $50m steel pipe facility to deepen Nigeria’s local content

The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) is set to officially unveil the Nigerian Content Trainers’ Registration Certificate (NCTRC) to introduce a new...
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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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