Businesswoman, Laura Ikeji Kanu, raises alarm over spike in cost of renting of business spaces in Lagos state
Beauty entrepreneur Laura Ikeji Kanu has raised concerns about the soaring cost of renting business spaces in Lagos State, warning it is forcing small and medium businesses to close. She urged the government to regulate rents or provide financial support for struggling business owners. In a recent Instagram video, Ikeji Kanu revealed she currently pays […]
Grenada’s $2.4bn mega resort expands citizenship gateway for African investors –Optiva Capital Chairman
A $2.4 billion resort project in Grenada is progressing toward its 2027 launch, offering a new pathway to citizenship for African investors. The Grenada National Resort, backed by the government’s Citizenship by Investment Programme, allows qualified applicants to obtain a Grenadian passport with visa access to over 140 countries. Optiva Capital Partners says the development […]
FMN, France deepen trade ties at 2026 PIAS
Flour Mills of Nigeria (FMN) has strengthened trade ties with France at the 62nd Paris International Agricultural Show (PIAS) 2026. The company partnered with the French government to promote Nigerian-made products and expand global market access. The event, which runs from February 21 to March 1, attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors yearly. As a […]
Electricity crisis: S’East lost N28b in 3 months –SEECA
The South East Electricity Consumers Association (SEECA) says businesses in the South East lost over N28 billion in three months due to poor power supply. Its coordinator, Sebastine Okafor, made the claim in Enugu while urging governors to invest more in electricity generation. He described stable power as the quickest route to industrial growth in […]
NITDA to states: Act now or miss 95% digital literacy goal
The Director-General of National Information Technology Development Agency, Kashifu Inuwa, has urged state governments to act fast or risk missing Nigeria’s 95% digital literacy target by 2030. Speaking at the South-South Regional ICT Stakeholders Forum, he said real success depends on how states implement national digital policies. He stressed that policies must translate into measurable […]
DICON, Terra Industries seal pact to deepen local defence system manufacturing
Nigeria has moved to boost local defence production after the Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria signed an MoU with Terra Industries to form a joint venture company. The agreement, backed by the DICON Act 2023, focuses on indigenous manufacturing and research in advanced military systems. Officials say it marks a new phase in reducing reliance […]
N100m paid into account of IGP’s son in error – Police
The Nigeria Police Force has explained that the N100 million found in the account of Victor, son of the outgoing Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, was paid in error. Force spokesperson Benjamin Hundeyin said the money was quickly returned after it was noticed. He stressed that neither Victor nor his father had any link to […]
ADC denounce attack on Peter Obi, others in Benin
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has strongly condemned the reported attack on Peter Obi and other political figures in Benin, Edo State. The incident allegedly occurred shortly after a party event in the state capital. Party members described the development as troubling and dangerous for Nigeria’s democracy. Yunusa Tanko, national coordinator of the Obidient Movement, […]
Montella: Osimhen’s fitness will play key role in Juve clash
Vincenzo Montella has said Victor Osimhen’s fitness could decide the outcome of Galatasaray’s crucial clash with Juventus in the UEFA Champions League. The former AC Milan coach warned that Juve would benefit greatly if the Nigerian striker is not fully fit for the second leg in Turin. Osimhen missed Galatasaray’s recent league defeat due to […]
Govt behind assassination attempt on Peter Obi, says Kenneth Okonkwo
Kenneth Okonkwo has alleged that government forces or their agents were behind the reported attack on Peter Obi in Edo State. Speaking during an interview on Prime Time, he described the incident as an attempted assassination. The claims follow reports that gunmen targeted Obi’s convoy during a visit. Okonkwo said he was in contact with […]