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Money for NIN: NIMC Releases Phone Number to Report Staff Charging Applicants

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The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has reiterated that enrollment for the National Identification Number (NIN) is free. In a statement today, signed by Dr. Kayode Adegoke, head, Corporate Communications at the Commission,…

SEDI-Minna Inks Performance Agreement with HODs

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In his effort to replicate the new culture of excellence and expectation of high-performance handed down to Overseeing Officers of NASENI Institutes recently in Abuja by the EVC/CEO Mr. Khalil S. Halilu, the Overseeing Officer (OO) of the…

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Mediacraft Associates Continues to Blaze the Trail in Awards

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John Ehiguese, CEO of Mediacraft Associates, has been presented with the ‘Award of Recognition as a Legend of Marketing Communications’ during a gala by Q-Media and Communications Limited. The gala serves as a platform to celebrate…

CMC CONNECT LLP Wins Two Awards at LaPRIGA 2024

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CMC CONNECT LLP reinforced its reputation as a leader in the Nigeria’s public relations industry at the 2024 Lagos Public Relations Industry Gala and Awards (LaPRIGA) Nite, held recently, at the MUSON Center, Onikan, Lagos. Themed “The…

Timeless tunes: How Throwback Songs Bond Africans in 2024

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Music has always been central to African culture, reflecting societal changes while connecting generations. In recent years, throwback hits have experienced a powerful revival, captivating African audiences with their nostalgic charm and…

TICT Trains 250 Staff on Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt

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To sustain operational excellence and boost the human capital development of its workforce, Tincan Island Container Terminal (TICT), Apapa has trained 250 team members on Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt continuous improvement methodology. Lean…

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Aero Contractors Celebrates Long-Serving Employees

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Aero Contractors recently hosted its Long Service Award Ceremony, a momentous event dedicated to honouring distinguished retirees for their exceptional service and unwavering commitment to the organization. The ceremony, which celebrated…

Gavi Facilitates Shipment of 11,200 Doses of mpox Vaccine to Nigeria

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Highlights: Vaccines will be delivered to countries affected by the upsurge of mpox that continues to constitute a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC). The first shipment of 11, 200 doses arrived in Nigeria on 20…

A2P Framework to Address Fraud, Spam Messaging – NCC

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The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), has introduced a draft regulatory framework called Application-to-Person (A2P) messaging sector. The telecom regulator made this announcement in a statement on Friday, stating that the…

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CBN Approves $25,000 Weekly for BDCs To Meet Yuletide Demands

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The Central Bank of Nigeria has granted temporary authorization to Bureau de Change operators to purchase up to $25,000 in foreign exchange weekly from the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market, which was launched earlier this month.

FAAC Allocates N1.73 Trillion to Federal, State, and Local Governments for November 2024

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The Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) held its meeting in December 2024, chaired by the Honourable Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun.

SEC Orders Public Firms to Make Financial Statements Accessible Online

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The Securities and Exchange Commission has ordered all publicly listed companies to publish their financial statements on their official websites from January 2025.

Friday, Dec 20

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Airtel Wins Two Awards for Sustainability PR and Internal Comms at LaPRIGA 2024

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Airtel Nigeria reaffirmed its position as a leader in innovative and impactful public relations, clinching two prestigious awards at the Lagos Public Relations Industry Gala and Awards (LaPRIGA) held at Muson Centre, Onikan, Lagos on…

PalmPay and Jumia Launch Holiday Campaign to Reward Users

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This holiday season just got a whole lot more exciting! PalmPay, one of Africa’s leading fintech platforms, operates Nigeria’s most used mobile wallet and has teamed up with Jumia, the continent’s e-commerce giant, to launch a festive…

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IPI Nigeria Mourns Treasurer Rafatu Salami

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The International Press Institute (IPI Nigeria), has expressed sadness over the sudden death of its treasurer and erudite journalist, Hajiya Rafatu Salami. In a statement released Friday in Abuja signed by, Mallam Ahmed Shekarau, the…

Interswitch Partners FSI to Train 100 Nigerian Youth

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Interswitch, one of Africa’s leading integrated payments and digital commerce companies, has reaffirmed its commitment to driving innovation and empowering young talent in Nigeria by sponsoring the Financial Services Innovators (FSI)…

3 Key Lessons from the Digital Transformation and Cybersecurity in Africa Conference

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Last month, The American Business Council, brought together cybersecurity experts, tech leaders, and industry professionals for a cybersecurity conference themed “Digital Transformation and Cybersecurity in Africa: Enhancing Information…

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Nigerian Power Generation Sees 16% Surge as Metering Skyrockets by 256% in Q3 2024

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The average available generation capacity of Nigeria’s 28 grid-connected power plants reached 5,100.90MW in Q3 2024, showing a 16.04% increase (+705.13MW) compared to Q2 2024

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Bluesky Update 1.96 Brings Mentions Tab, Username Protection, and More

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With this update, users can now easily access posts where they have been mentioned, making communication on the platform better

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First-Ever Indigenous Rainforest Lab Opens in Papua New Guinea

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In a world-first initiative, the community of Wabumari has launched the area’s first-ever Rainforest Lab. Co-designed by the Indigenous community and NGO Cool Earth, the lab empowers locals to protect 2,000 hectares of forest, combining…

PBR Life Sciences Raises $1M Pre-Seed Funding to Tackle Emerging Markets’ $281B Healthcare Data Gap

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PBR Sciences was one of the twelve (12) startups that participated in the second cohort of the ARM Labs Lagos Techstars Accelerator programme

CIG Motors Partners Stanbic IBTC Bank to Facilitate Affordable Vehicle Ownership

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In a significant development for individuals looking to acquire new automobiles this season, Stanbic IBTC Bank, a subsidiary of Stanbic IBTC Holdings, has partnered with CIG Motors, the powerhouse behind popular automobile brand, GAC…

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Konga Set to Commission AI-powered KongaFM Radio Station

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Konga, a leading composite e-commerce group, is poised to transform the Nigerian media and commerce landscape with the upcoming launch of its AI-powered [103.7] FM radio station in Lagos. The groundbreaking initiative, set to debut in…

FG Launches Free AI Academy to Prepare Citizens for Digital Transformation

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Registration for the programme is open from 19 December 2024 to 30 January 2025 via the Ministry's official website

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Atiku Questions Integrity of National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) Cyberattack Report

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Atiku questioned the timing and circumstances surrounding the alleged breach, describing it as “suspicious.”

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Why You Need a Website for Your Business in this Social Media Age

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There’s been an interesting conversation going round that since businesses could sell on social media platforms and customers are buying without fear of been duped or not getting what they ordered, why does a business still need a website?…

N47.9trn 2025 Budget Scales Second Reading at NASS

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The N47.9 trillion 2025 budget presented by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu scaled second reading at the National Assembly on Thursday even as lawmakers adjourned sitting till January 14, 2025, for Christmas and New Year celebrations. The…

VC Firms Invested the Most in Enterprise Software, Health and Fintech in 2024

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Highlights: The figures show that: – At $76.6bn invested to date* Enterprise Software is the industry on course to see the most investment in 2024. With a total of 2,753 investment rounds, it’s also the sector to have seen the second…

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NERC Transfers Electricity Regulatory Responsibilities to Lagos State

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The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) says it has transferred regulatory oversight of the electricity market in Lagos State to the newly established Lagos State Electricity Regulatory Commission (LASERC).

BUA Starts Production at New Plaster Plant

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BUA Gypsum Plaster Ltd., a BUA Group company, has commenced production at its newly completed, state-of-the-art Plaster of Paris (P.O.P) and plasterboard manufacturing facility in Port Harcourt, Nigeria.