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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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UNDP, Mastercard Foundation open Young Africa Innovates call

Applications have opened for Cohort 2 of the Young Africa Innovates (YAI) Programme, a joint initiative of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and...

NUPRC consults stakeholders on crude and gas swap to cut costs, boost refinery supply

The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has opened consultations with major industry stakeholders over a proposed domestic crude oil and gas swap arrangement...

UNDP, Mastercard Foundation open Young Africa Innovates call

Applications have opened for Cohort 2 of the Young Africa Innovates (YAI) Programme, a joint initiative of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Mastercard Foundation aimed at identifying, incubating and scaling youth-led innovations addressing socio-economic challenges in Nigeria. The 2026–2027 cohort will be implemented across seven states. Successful applicants will have access to capacity building, intensive bootcamp training, incubation assistance, mentorship, financial support and opportunities to connect with markets. Young Africa Innovates is focused on discovering and supporting young Nigerians developing solutions to pressing challenges within their communities. The...
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Why FirstBank aims to plant 50,000 trees this year

The FirstBank Group said its aims to plant more trees at the the Lekki Conservation Centre in Lagos, to hit its goal of 50,000...
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FG targets food security with PPP initiatives

The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to working closely with state governments and the private...
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LAPO MfB, Baobab+, Greenwax sign MoU to expand access to clean energy

In a strategic move to deepen its sustainability and social impact agenda, LAPO Microfinance Bank has signed a tripartite Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with...
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2025 IWD: LAPO MfB’s strategic commitment to female leadership, inclusion

In today’s dynamic corporate environment, diversity and inclusion have evolved from buzzwords to business imperatives. For LAPO Microfinance Bank, gender-balanced leadership is not just...
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NCS earmarks four percent of annual wage to CSR initiatives

The Comptroller-General, Adewale Adeniyi of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has revealed that the organization will be committing four percent of its annual wage...
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LASG commends Transgeen’s disposable syringe factory, receives 20,000 syringes donation

The Lagos State Government (LASG) has commended Transgreen Nigeria Limited’s ultra-modern O-Care Disposable Syringe factory while receiving the donation of 20,000 syringes at the commissioning...
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FG plans engagement of 28,000 Nigerian health workers on USAID payroll

The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Ali Pate, has revealed that the Federal Government now plans to engage 28,000 health workers previously...
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Environment & Energy

LAWMA warns against indiscriminate recycling acts, unlicensed facilities

The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has warned property owners and occupants in the state against illegal recycling and scavenging in unlicensed facilities. It...
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NNPC Foundation begins free cataract surgeries in southwest with over 1,000 beneficiaries

The Nigeria National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Foundation launched a free cataract screening and surgery program, offering sight restoration sessions to over 1,000 beneficiaries, including...
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