ExxonMobil Foundation The ExxonMobil Foundation, in partnership with Junior Achievement Africa, has launched its 2025 STEM Africa Programme, aimed at empowering over 1,500 secondary school students across Nigeria, Angola, Namibia, and Mozambique. The initiative, launched in Abuja, Nigeria, is
The Federal Government of Nigeria (FGN) has officially opened its Sovereign Sukuk 2025 Offer, giving Nigerians a chance to invest in a non-interest, ethical, and government-backed financial instrument. Sukuk is like a bond, but it complies with Islamic finance principles, making it free from interest and speculation. This is the 10th Sukuk issuance by the […]
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has officially responded to increasing complaints from candidates regarding the recently released results of the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). The complaints, which JAMB described as “unusual,” have mostly originated from a few specific states across the country. According to JAMB, although
The Federal Government of Nigeria has launched the Creative Economy Development Fund (CEDF) 2025, aimed at empowering young Nigerians in the creative and cultural industries. This initiative provides large-ticket funding of up to $100,000 to help creative businesses grow, expand production, and access new markets. This fund is part of the government’s broader
Prince Nelson The Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) 2025 red carpet was a show of glamour, culture, and elegance — but two names stood out: Prince Nelson and Liquorose. The former BBNaija housemates didn’t just attend the star-studded event; they stole the spotlight, earning the prestigious Best Dressed Male and Female awards. Their outfits […]
The Aliko Dangote Foundation (ADF) has extended a helping hand to vulnerable families in Kaduna State through the distribution of 35,000 bags of 10kg rice. This is part of its annual National Food Intervention Project, which targets over one million underprivileged Nigerians across the country. Each of Kaduna’s 23 Local Government Areas (LGAs) is set […]
Marketing Analytics Africa is set to host a major summit aimed at empowering African brands and marketers with digital marketing strategies, data intelligence, and emerging technologies. The event, titled “Marketing in the New Economy: Data-Driven Success in Challenging Times,” will take place on May 24 in Lagos. About the AMTEC 2025 Conference The
Photo Credit: World Health Organization In celebration of the 14th African Vaccination Week (AVW), the Ondo State Government, in partnership with the World Health Organization (WHO), Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI), UNICEF, and other health stakeholders, united to raise awareness and provide free vaccines to children. The event took place from April 24 to 30, […]
The Lagos State Government has launched a new initiative to support Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) with access to affordable funding. In partnership with the Bank of Industry (BOI) and Sterling Bank, the state introduced the Lagos State–BOI–Sterling Bank MSME Access to Finance Scheme, also known as LASMECO. This scheme will give MSMEs access […]
Ify Mogekwu, Ruth Kadiri and Kiekie To mark its 20th anniversary, YouTube has honored four outstanding Nigerian women who are using their creative talents to shape conversations across the world. These creators — Ruth Kadiri, Kiekie, Ify Mogekwu (Ify’s Kitchen), and Korty — are being recognised for their impact in filmmaking, comedy, food, and youth […]
