Business
9 Jan
The Grooming Endowment Trust (GET), a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering Nigeria's burgeoning business landscape, successfully concluded the third edition of its GET Accelerated programme. This annual accelerator programme targets early-stage startups, providing them with critical resources to thrive without sacrificing equity. Since its inception in 2020, GET has fostered the growth of over 50…
2 Dec
A 59-year-old Nigerian businessman, Ezeokoli Sylva, who returned to the country after 35 years in Brazil, has been arrested with 700 grammes of cocaine concealed in his stomach. The discovery was made by operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Ikeja, Lagos. The arrest occurred on…
12 Nov
Starting a business is a dream for many Nigerians, but it’s not as easy as it sounds. It’s not just about opening a shop and hoping for the best. Running a business is a continuous journey that requires constant effort and smart decisions. If you’re thinking of launching your business in 2025, there are important…
23 Oct
The President of Leadership and Governance Canada, Sam Adewale, has stated that the third Canada-Nigeria Business Investment Summit showcased the commitment of both nations to strengthening their economic ties. Adewale also noted that the summit served as a platform to highlight innovative Canadian and Nigerian businesses, with several Canadian companies pitching their projects to potential…
23 Oct
The entire Northeast geopolitical zone of Nigeria, as observed by The Guardian, has been plunged into total darkness again. The situation is severely impacting business activities and causing widespread economic disruption across the region. The power outage, which began last Sunday, remains unresolved, with many businesses and residents in the six affected states relying on…
5 Sep
Imagine running a country where everyone passes the buck. Roads would not get built, laws would not be enforced, and the economy would be in shambles. Sound familiar?
14 Feb 2024
Niger State Governor, Umaru Bago, has said it is time some government institutions at all levels operate as businesses, to reduce over-dependence on government funding.
31 Jan 2024
Fresh off his return to the Forbes Africa Billionaires list after a seven-year hiatus, Otedola, with a net worth estimated at $1.1 billion, takes the reins from Ahmad Abdullahi. His appointment, effective immediately, follows a board meeting held earlier today. This news adds an intriguing layer to the ongoing saga surrounding FBN Holdings. In mid-2023,…
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A calf muscle pull, also called leg cramps, occurs when muscle fibres stretch or tear due to excessive tension. This is common in the calf area, where sudden movements, overuse, or insufficient warm-ups during physical activity can overload the muscle. Dehydration and low electrolyte levels, like potassium or magnesium, can also trigger this condition. What…
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President Bola Tinubu on Friday welcomed the intervention of the Finnish government, with the arrest and detention of Simon Ekpa, saying the government will not tolerate actions and statements that could lead to divisiveness among citizens. Tinubu spoke when he received the Letters of Credence from the Finnish Ambassador to Nigeria, Ms. Sanna Selin, at…
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Pep Guardiola has admitted Manchester City's injury woes and dismal form this season forced the club to start an overhaul of his squad sooner than expected. After winning the Premier League six times in the past seven seasons, City's bid for a fifth successive title has crumbled in shocking fashion. Instead of chasing yet more…
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The Kano state government has insisted that the annual National Tijjaniyya Maulud programme scheduled for tomorrow, Saturday, will be held regardless of the counter order issued by the police. Addressing journalists on Friday evening at the emir's palace, the Commissioner for Information, Abdullahi Ibrahim Waiya, explained that the government is fully aware of and supports…
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The Chairman of the Kano State Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission, Barrister Muhuyi Magaji, has been arrested by a team of police detectives from the office of the Inspector General of Police, The Guardian reliably gathered. Sources from the state Anti-Corruption Commission revealed that Barrister Magaji was picked up in his office on Friday by…
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Leicester manager Ruud van Nistelrooy insists he does not fear the sack as he tries to halt a seven-game losing slump that has left the club in the Premier League relegation zone. Van Nistelrooy took four points from his opening two games in charge after replacing Steve Cooper at the King Power Stadium at the…
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Eintracht Frankfurt have found a replacement for forward Omar Marmoush, with the Bundesliga club announcing on Friday the signing of Marseille's France U21 forward Elye Wahi until 2030. Marmoush, who scored 15 goals and laid on 10 assists in 17 league games for Frankfurt, departed the club for Premier League side Manchester City on Thursday…
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England right-back Kyle Walker has completed a loan move to AC Milan from Manchester City, the clubs announced on Friday. The 34-year-old Walker will join Milan for the remainder of the season in a deal that could become permanent in the summer. Walker endured a difficult campaign at City and had not started a…
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The Court of Appeal, Abuja has set aside a judgement of a Federal High Court which struck out a suit filed against the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) over its refusal to respond to an application made under the Freedom of Information (FOI) Act, 2021. The judgement was in an appeal filed by Lawyers Network…
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The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, has assured Nigerians that the country will soon become a superpower in military equipment production. General Musa made this assertion in an interview with Channels Television on Friday. The CDS said that the Armed Forces of Nigeria used to assemble its own guns at the Defence…