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Metro6 mins ago

Tinubu’s ‘Renewed Hope Agenda’ repositioning Nigeria as global investment hub— VP Shettima

Vice President Kashim Shettima believes the “Renewed Hope Agenda” of the President Bola Tinubu administration is gradually transformating Nigeria into...

Tech12 hours ago

Dubai’s cybersecurity firm CyberKnight sets up business in Africa

Dubai-based cybersecurity company, CyberKnight, has expanded its business into Africa by opening an office in Egypt. CyberKnight, a cybersecurity advisory...

VenturesNow15 hours ago

Nigerian govt denies reports it plans to borrow pension fund for infrastructure

The Nigerian government has denied reports that it plans to borrow the N20tn pension fund to finance infrastructural projects. In...

Politics15 hours ago

Gambian ex-minister convicted in Swiss court for crimes against humanity

In a landmark decision utilizing Europe’s universal jurisdiction, a Swiss court on Wednesday found a former Gambian government minister guilty...

Metro17 hours ago

Hope for persons with disability, as Muleya shares promising story of inclusivity in governance

Frederick John Muleya, a differently abled person based in Choma town, Southern Province, has shared some insights of changes being...

Politics19 hours ago

South Africa: President Ramaphosa signs major health bill two weeks before election

South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa signed a measure into law on Wednesday that promises to offer universal health coverage, hailing...

Culture19 hours ago

Burna Boy, Asake, Davido, Tems, other Nigerian stars bag BET nominations

Thursday was a good day for Nigerian music stars, and especially the entertainment industry, as singers Burna Boy, Ayra Starr,...

Sports20 hours ago

Ethiopian marathon legend Bekele returns to Olympics after 12-year absence

After a 12-year absence on the international race circuit, Ethiopian marathon legend, Kenenisa Bekele, has announced that he will return...

Metro20 hours ago

Nigerian govt to open student loan application portal May 24

The Nigerian government has announced that the portal for the long awaited student loan scheme will open on May 24,...

Tech1 day ago

Google relaunches Hustle Academy with AI focus to empower African SMBs

Google has relaunched the 2024 cohort of its Hustle Academy, a programme dedicated to accelerating the growth of small and...