Nigeria, Austria Deepen Bilateral Economic Relations

1 Chibuzor Emejor Following high-level meetings between a delegation led by Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Senator Abubakar Bagudu, and senior Austrian government officials, Nigeria and Austria have committed to strengthening their...

Nigeria’s Gigbanc launches Global Talent Fellowship to unlock African talents access to global opportunities

Nigerian fintech company Gigbanc has launched the Gigbanc Global Talent Fellowship, a 12-week mentor-led fellowship designed to transform Africa’s brightest talents into globally competitive professionals. Gigbanc is a financial platform built to...

Nigeria, IsDB Meet, Explore Collaboration on Sharia-compliant Financing, Innovative Financial Instruments

Ndubuisi Francis in Abuja To further strengthen collaboration in various areas capable of yielding tangible benefits for the Nigerian economy, including Sharia-compliant financing and innovative financial instruments, Nigeria and the Islamic...

Nigeria secure spot in World Cup play-offs and can still qualify for 2026 World Cup

Nigeria missed out on automatic qualification for the 2026 World Cup but has secured a spot in play-offs via a second-place finish in Group C. Nigeria was third in the qualifying group with no chance of reaching the World Cup, but a Victor Osimhen...

Nigeria’s reforms: Juggling gains, tradeoffs and rites of passage

Nigeria’s economic reforms are working, with evidence showing positive results. The World Bank has acknowledged this progress in its recent assessment. However, like all economic reforms, they are working like a two-edged sword. While some are...

Nigeria’s digital future hinges on secure, standardised IDs

Nigeria’s ambition to lead Africa’s digital transformation is set to rest well on a standardised, secure, and globally recognised digital ID system. A trusted, standardised digital ID is not just about convenience; it is the passport to Nigeria’s...

Nigeria takes over G-24 leadership as Cardoso, Uzoka-Anite lead talks at IMF/WorldBaK Meetings

Nigeria has continued to strengthen its international economic leadership, with the country set to assume the chairmanship of the Intergovernmental Group of Twenty-Four (G-24) on November 1, 2025. The announcement followed high-level engagements...

Nigerian teenage girls chase their soccer dreams

In north central Nigeria’s Muslim-majority state of Kwara, where religious traditions shape daily life, a group of girls are challenging cultural norms by playing soccer. They have embraced the game’s team spirit, competitive thrill, plus the...

Africa: The Most Colourful Canvas in Global Marketing

Africa is a growth market for the future of experiential commerce. The continent's cultural vibrancy, youthful demographics and rapid digital adoption make it a unique environment where brands can create immersive, purpose-driven experiences that...

Nigeria’s power plants operated below 40% capacity in September

Nigeria’s electricity generation sector continued to underperform in September 2025, as grid-connected power plants ran at only 38 percent of their total installed capacity of 13,625 megawatts (MW), according to new data from the Nigerian...

Nigeria will face Gabon while Cameroon are paired with DR Congo in World Cup play-offs

Nigeria will face Gabon in the second round of the qualification tournament for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Super Eagles reached this stage following their 4-0 decimation of Benin in their last Group C match in Uyo, with Victor Osimhen getting a...

Nigeria’s inflation rate eases to 18.02% in September – NBS

Economy THE National Bureau of Statistics, NBS, says Nigeria’s headline inflation rate eased further to 18.02 per cent in September 2025. The NBS disclosed this in its Consumer Price Index (CPI) and Inflation Report for September 2025, which was...

Nigeria’s trade surplus climbed to 6%- Cardoso

Business THE Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr Olayemi Cardoso, says Nigeria’s trade surplus has climbed to six per cent of the nation’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP). Cardoso said this in a statement by the Director of Information...

Minister of Finance, Wale Edun, makes public appearance at London Art Fair

Nigeria’s Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, has made a public appearance at the 1–54 London Art Fair amid concerns over his health. Presidential media aide, Bayo Onanuga, posted a short video on X today...

Nigeria to face Gabon in 2026 World Cup play-off semi-final

Nigeria’s Super Eagles will battle Gabon in the semi-finals of the African play-offs for a place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. This follows Nigeria’s emphatic 4–0 victory over Benin Republic on Tuesday, which confirmed their progression after the...

President Tinubu’s Mastery of Power and Strategy Reshaping Nigeria’s Destiny

By Musa Bakare In the Nigerian democratic landscape, where ambition often overwhelms vision and power is frequently confused with governance, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu stands apart as a strategist-statesman. His mastery of power lies not in its...

Nigeria Shines in ANOCA Zone III Games with Badminton Double Gold

Nigeria’s badminton team has made a strong statement at the ongoing 2025 ANOCA Zone III Games in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso, by clinching two gold medals in the men’s and women’s doubles events. Team Nigeria showcased dominant form in the recent...

African leaders, stakeholders push for greener, fairer, resilient continent

By Mashe Umaru Gwamna African leaders and stakeholders are pushing for more greener, fairer, resilient continent that will bridge gaps in climate transition. The stakeholders stated this yesterday in Abuja at the 3rd edition of 2025 Africa Climate...

Nigeria’s healthcare exodus: A $1.3bn diagnosis and recovery prescription

The roots of this dysfunction trace back to colonial times. British administrators established a medical system not to serve Nigerians, but to protect the interests of the colonial regime. The result was a curative, urban-centered model that...

Nigerian Modernism – A Radical Reframing of African Art History – Book Review

In a cultural field long defined by Western narratives, Nigerian Modernism arrives as a necessary act of reclamation. Published to accompany a landmark exhibition, this weighty hardback traces the rise of modern art in Nigeria from the aftermath...