In today’s world, you don’t need a university degree to earn a high income or build a successful career. Many employers now value skills and certifications over traditional education, especially in fields like tech, finance, project management, and digital marketing. These certifications
Photo Credit:Dr. Beicheng Sun/CNN In a remarkable medical milestone, surgeons in China have successfully performed the world’s first pig-to-human liver transplant, giving new hope to millions battling liver diseases. According to a NAN report, the patient — a 71-year-old man suffering from irreversible liver scarring caused by hepatitis B and liver cancer — received
The African Development Bank (AfDB) has announced a $500 million loan to Nigeria as part of a broader $1 billion programme aimed at supporting economic and power sector reforms. The funding is designed to strengthen the government’s budget, promote infrastructure development, and boost energy supply across the country. According to AfDB executives, the loan reflects
Tech Leaders Gather in Dubai Dubai is hosting the world’s biggest technology and artificial intelligence (AI) event — GITEX GLOBAL 2025, from October 13 to 17 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. The event brings together over 6,800 companies and 2,000 startups from 180 countries, including industry giants like Google, Microsoft, IBM, Huawei, Oracle, and […]
Turning a Global Event into Local Opportunity The recently held E1 Electric Powerboat Championship in Lagos has opened a wave of opportunities for Nigerians, especially entrepreneurs, youth, and professionals. Beyond the excitement of celebrity-backed teams racing electric powerboats, the event showcased how Nigeria can benefit from innovation, clean energy, and
Lagos has made history as the first African city to host the E1 Electric Powerboat Championship Lagos has made history as the first African city to host the E1 Electric Powerboat Championship, an event that marks a new era in sports, technology, and environmental sustainability. Held at the Victoria Island Lagoon, the E1 Lagos GP […]
Getting quick access to doctors in Nigeria can be stressful, especially with long wait times, high costs, and the shortage of medical professionals in many communities. To tackle this, Medplus, one of Nigeria’s largest pharmacy chains, has partnered with Mobihealth International to launch telehealth hubs across its outlets nationwide. With this innovation, Nigerians
Owning a home in Nigeria has long been a dream that feels out of reach for many. Traditionally, people had to pay huge sums up front, sometimes as high as ₦100 million in cash, before they could buy a house. But developers and mortgage institutions say things are changing. According to Terra Developers Ltd, individuals […]
Kunle Afolayan The Oyo State Government, in collaboration with Kunle Afolayan’s KAP Film & Television Academy, has unveiled a 10-day intensive filmmaking residency programme for youths. Themed “Emerging Stories”, the residency will take place from October 6 to 15 at the KAP Film Village & Resort in Igbojaye, Oyo State—the same location where Netflix’s hit […]
Nigerian singer and songwriter Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems. Nigerian singer and songwriter Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, has achieved another milestone in her fast-rising career. On September 30, 2025, Chart Data confirmed that her Grammy-winning single “WAIT FOR U” with Future and Drake has officially sold over 10 million units in the […]