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The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, on Wednesday received the French Ambassador to Nigeria, Marc Fonbaustier. The visit underscored the strengthening maritime and diplomatic relations between Nigeria and France, particularly in the context of ocean governance and global maritime collaboration. Oyetola highlighted this in a statement signed by his Media and Communications […]

Barcelona have confirmed that head coach Hansi Flick has signed a new contract keeping him at the club until June 2027, following a sensational debut campaign in which he led the Catalan giants to a domestic treble. In an official statement released on Wednesday, the Spanish champions said:“Barcelona and Hansi Flick have reached an agreement […]

…as Access Bank remains most valuable brand for fourth year running United Bank for Africa (UBA) and First Bank have emerged as the strongest brands in Nigeria, defying volatile economic conditions to deliver value and build customer loyalty, according to a new report. UBA rose from ninth position in 2024 to become the strongest Nigerian […]

Oil jumped on a report from CNN that US intelligence suggests Israel is making preparations to strike Iranian nuclear facilities.Brent for July settlement closed 0.2% lower to settle at $65.38 a barrel on Tuesday, while West Texas Intermediate futures surged as much as 3.5% to $64.19 a barrel.It isn’t clear that Israeli leaders have made […]

One of the most valuable benefits of life insurance is the peace of mind it brings. Knowing that your loved ones will be protected financially after your demise can offer a sense of security and relief during uncertain times. Here experts at Coronation Insurance offer insights on benefits of life insurance. Modestus Anaesoronye brings the […]

The halfway mark of any journey invites a reckoning, and politics is no exception. In mature liberal democracies, the reckoning is built into the calendar: Mid-term elections test the strength of the governing party by subjecting its record to the electorate’s cold appraisal. One of the defining features of American-style liberal democracy is the midterm […]

Tajudeen Abbas, Speaker of the Nigeria’s House of Representatives, has called for greater investment in research and development, saying its a critical driver of comprehensive reforms in the agricultural sector. He made this call on Monday at the opening of a public hearing on 11 proposed bills, organised by the House Committee on Agricultural Colleges […]

Cascador, the premier accelerator for mid-stage Nigerian entrepreneurs, has awarded debt funding facilities in excess of $3 million to nine Nigeria startups in a move to boost their operations and scale growth. The recipients of the funding at a keenly contested pitch day event held on May 14, 2025 in Lagos, include Crop2Cash, Oriki, N.E.A.T, […]

Nottingham Forest manager Nuno Espirito Santo dedicated his side’s crucial 2-1 victory over West Ham on Sunday to Taiwo Awoniyi, as the Nigerian striker recovers from a life-threatening abdominal injury. The 27-year-old Nigerian forward underwent emergency surgery and was placed in an induced coma after a freak collision with a goalpost during last weekend’s draw […]

Roli O’tsemaye is a dynamic writer, curator, and communications strategist with a keen focus on contemporary art and culture across Africa and its diaspora. Her work bridges the worlds of fiction, non-fiction, and art criticism, offering nuanced perspectives on the evolving creative landscape. Roli’s journey as an art writer began in 2015 with The Sole […]