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August 19, 2026

TINUBU: FROM CRIME RECOVERY TO CLASSROOMS: TINUBU DIRECTS COMMISSION FUNDS TO FUND

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed that eligible liquid funds recovered by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) be channelled into the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), in a move the Federal Government says will strengthen the financing of student loans across Nigeria. The Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, announced the decision on... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, Business, World News
August 19, 2026

CIoD Nigeria Strengthens Nigeria–UK Business and Economic Bridge

The courtesy visit by the Chartered Institute of Directors Nigeria (CIoD Nigeria) to the Nigerian High Commission in the United Kingdom on 19 August 2026 comes against the backdrop of a long and evolving Nigeria–UK relationship built on historic, cultural, Commonwealth, educational and commercial ties. Today, that relationship is increasingly being defined by trade, investment,... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, Business, UK News, World News
August 19, 2026

FCCPC Opens Fresh Probe Into Cement Prices, Suspects Anti-Competitive Practices

The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has launched a fresh investigation into Nigeria’s cement industry over suspected price manipulation and other possible anti-competitive practices. The Commission said the investigation followed a three-month cross-border assessment by its Anticompetitive Practices Department, conducted in response to widespread complaints over the persistent increase in cement prices across... Read More
Africa News, Business, Featured
August 17, 2026

THE CAMBRIDGE PROFESSOR: A TRAGEDY THAT SHOULD MAKE US REFLECT

It is truly heartbreaking and deeply tragic to hear of the death of Professor Jason Arday. Professor Arday’s journey was extraordinary. From facing significant challenges in childhood to becoming, at 37, the youngest Black professor in the history of the University of Cambridge, his story represented remarkable determination, achievement and hope. His academic work also... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, Business, World News
August 17, 2026

BoI Mobilises N250bn Development Bond as Institutional Demand Surges

The Bank of Industry Limited (BoI) has secured strong institutional demand for its maiden N250 billion Series 1 Fixed Rate Bond, with the offer oversubscribed within five working days. The development highlights the capacity of Nigeria’s domestic capital market to mobilise long-term funding for productive investment and economic development. The bond was issued through BoI... Read More
Africa News, Business, Featured
August 16, 2026

Osun Has Spoken: The Ballot Is Stronger Than Federal Might

The Osun State governorship election has come and gone, but its significance extends far beyond the boundaries of the state. It has offered Nigerians an important democratic lesson: political power ultimately derives its legitimacy from the people, and an electorate that is informed, organised and determined can resist intimidation, inducement and the overwhelming influence of... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, Business
August 16, 2026

2027: THE PEOPLE CAN DEFEAT THE POWERFUL: THE OSUN LESSON FOR NIGERIA’S 2027 ELECTION

There are elections that produce a winner. And there are elections that produce a message. The 2026 Osun governorship election has produced both. Governor Ademola Adeleke has won a second term, defeating the APC candidate, Bola Oyebamiji. But beyond the numbers is a much bigger lesson for Nigeria: The people can defeat political power when... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, Business, UK News, World News
August 15, 2026

2027: THE CANDIDATES – WHO CAN REALLY AFFORD TO RUN FOR PRESIDENT OF NIGERIA?

As campaigning begins, Nigeria’s crowded opposition field raises a bigger question: can fragmented challengers overcome an APC that appears increasingly organised – or will another split opposition vote hand the advantage to the incumbent? Nigeria’s 2027 presidential race is moving from political positioning to open campaigning, with the campaign period approaching and INEC’s timetable placing... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, Business, World News
August 15, 2026

Nigeria Celebrates India’s 80th Independence Anniversary, Reaffirms Strategic Partnership

ABUJA, 15 August 2026 The Federal Government of Nigeria has congratulated the Government and people of India on the country’s 80th Independence Anniversary, reaffirming the enduring friendship and strategic partnership between the two nations. In a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Nigeria described India as a valued friend and strategic partner, noting... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, Business
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