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Women entrepreneurs are driving innovation and economic growth, yet many struggle to secure investment and corporate partnerships due to structural and legal barriers. Research shows that a significant percentage of women-led businesses in Africa remain unregistered, limiting their ability to access funding, scale, and compete at higher levels. The challenge is not always a lack […]

The Minister for State, Petroleum Resources (Oil), Heineken Lokpobiri, has decried the underperformance of Upstream operators, citing it as a major threat to achieving sustainability in the nation’s oil and gas sector. Lokpobiri who disclosed this in a keynote address at the ongoing 8th edition of the Nigeria International Energy Summit (NIES 2025) held in […]

Uche Uwaleke, Nigeria’s first Professor of Capital Market, has urged Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) to take a bold step by listing on the capital market, emphasising that the move would enhance transparency, attract investments, and boost economic growth. Uwaleke made the call at the 50th inaugural lecture of the Nasarawa State University, Keffi, […]

Stanbic IBTC Bank said it has partnered with Autochek, an innovative automotive technology firm, to facilitate access to car ownership in Nigeria. This collaboration according to the bank has led to the disbursement of over N4 billion in loans since its inception in August 2024, empowering numerous individuals to purchase their desired vehicles. This vehicle-financing […]

Trust, an essential yet often overlooked cornerstone of any flourishing society, is notably lacking in Nigeria today. It is the foundation of commerce, a critical element of social cohesion, and a prerequisite for stable governance. However, in our country, trust has become increasingly elusive, a deficit that jeopardises our collective progress and undermines our potential. […]

Nigeria’s stock market recorded another session of negative close on Tuesday by 0.32 percent. The Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) All-Share Index (ASI) and equities market capitalisation decreased from preceding trading day’s highs of 108,126.97 points and N67.383trillion respectively to 107,781.79 points and N67.168 trillion. The market’s closed in the red zone as investors sold stocks […]

Do people follow titles, or do they follow courage? What role does integrity play in the essence of true leadership? And can the pursuit and defence of justice serve as a harbinger of outstanding leadership? These are timeless questions, their answers woven into the fabric of history. While titles may bestow authority, they do not […]

The ongoing trial of Willie Obiano, former Governor of Anambra State, over alleged N4 billion fraud has uncovered new details, as a witness from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) revealed that unlicensed companies were used in the financial transactions at the heart of the case. Testifying before the Federal High Court in Abuja, the […]

…as foundation launches LEARNOVATE-Flip to enhance literacy and numeracy in Nigeria Not less than 80 public primary schools in four states will benefit from LEARNOVATE- Foundational Learning Improvement Programme (FLIP) to enhance literacy and numeracy as part of Oando Foundation’s educational improvement initiative. This pioneering initiative, in collaboration with Teaching at the Right Level (TaRL) […]

Former Kaduna State governor, Nasir el-Rufai, has urged political stakeholders in northern Nigeria to forge an alliance with the South-South region ahead of the 2027 general elections, emphasising the need for a “rescue operation” for the country. El-Rufai made the statement during a condolence visit to the family of the late elder statesman and Niger […]