The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has officially released the list of candidates shortlisted for the 2025 Basic Military Training Course (BMTC) aptitude test. This announcement is an important step for young Nigerians seeking to build a career in the military, as it outlines the
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has confirmed that only 82 Bureaux De Change (BDCs) have met its new guidelines and are licensed to operate, effective 27 November 2025. This move follows the introduction of stricter regulations in February 2024, aimed at ensuring a more stable and secure foreign exchange sector in Nigeria. New Guidelines for BDC
Olorunfemi Hanson, Head of Marketing and Communications PalmPay has kicked off its annual Purple December celebration — a month-long digital campaign designed to reward loyal users with gifts, gadgets, and opportunities to share their stories. Running from December 1 to December 26, the initiative gives Nigerians a fun and simple way to win
Photo Credit : Circuits Africa’s fast-growing virtual cinema platform, Circuits, is redefining Nollywood’s economic landscape by introducing a welfare and digital cinema initiative that combines financial security for veterans with opportunities for job creation and economic expansion. At a Lagos roundtable, Chief Operating Officer, Mrs.
Somtochukwu Uzodufa A Nigerian data analyst, Somtochukwu Uzodufa, has made the country proud by emerging winner of the 2025 Africa Edtech Hackathon, 10Alytics, taking home a $1,000 prize. Her outstanding time management, clarity, and powerful presentation placed her ahead of top contenders from Ghana, Kenya, and Nigeria. Uzodufa scored an impressive
As the famous Carnival Calabar and Festival celebrates its 20th anniversary, the Cross River State Government is using the milestone to reposition the state as West Africa’s top tourism destination. Governor Bassey Otu made this clear during the annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony at Millennium Park, where he appeared with four former governors — a rare
Popular comedian Emmanuel Ejekwu, better known as Sabinus Many Nigerian youths face strong pressure from their parents to pursue “respectable” careers such as law, medicine, or engineering. Popular comedian Emmanuel Ejekwu, better known as Sabinus, recently shared how this pressure nearly derailed his journey into comedy. In an interview
INTELS Nigeria Limited has reaffirmed its commitment to women’s economic empowerment by graduating 62 women from its 2025 Women Empowerment Project Scheme, Synergy (WEPSS). The graduation took place at the Rosa Volpi Women Development Centre within the Federal Lighter Terminal at the Onne Oil and Gas Free Zone, Rivers State. Launched
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced a major shift in its cash-related policies, removing all limits on cash deposits while maintaining strict withdrawal ceilings. The new rules, which take effect on January 1, 2026, were disclosed in a circular signed by Dr. Rita Sike, Director of Financial Policy and Regulation. According to the apex
The United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) has called for urgent reforms in the global financial system to better serve economic needs, particularly for developing countries heavily reliant on trade and external financing. According to UNCTAD, the current system often disadvantages these nations, limiting access to affordable credit, stable















