Dangote Cement Empowers Farmers, provides financial support to others in Benue
Dangote Cement Plc has launched a Farmers Empowerment Programme in Benue State, transforming 50 local farmers into thriving agro-entrepreneurs. The initiative aims to support the Nigerian government’s food security drive and deepen business activities in the state. “We are…
WAFCON 2024: Tunisia star Houij highlights Super Falcons’ quality
Tunisia striker Mariem Houij believes the Super Falcons will be a tough nut to crack for her team. The North Africans will be up against Justine Madugu’s side in their opening fixture at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of…
ECOWAS Bank approves $100m for Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway project
The Board of Directors of the ECOWAS Bank for Investment and Development (EBID) has approved $100 million to support the construction of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway. The funding, approved during the bank’s 92nd Ordinary Session, forms part of a broader…
Angelique Kidjo becomes first African to receive star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Grammy-winning Beninese singer Angelique Kidjo is poised to make history history as the first African artist to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.The legendary singer was among the 2026 Hollywood Walk of Fame honorees recently announced by…
Lagos State Submits Bid To Host 2026 National Youth Games
National Sports Commission Director General, Hon. Bukola Olopade with the Director General of Lagos State Sports Cmmission, Lekan Fatodu. Lagos State has formally submitted its bid to host the 2026 edition of the National Youth Games, signaling its ambition to…
Kaduna–Kano rail segment set for completion 2026 — FG
The Federal Government has announced that the Kaduna–Kano section of the railway modernisation project will be completed by 2026, reaffirming its commitment to enhancing transportation infrastructure nationwide. Minister of Transportation, Senator Said Ahmed Alkali, disclosed on Wednesday in Abuja during…
Trump to Host Leaders of Five African Nations for Trade Talks
U.S. President Donald Trump will host leaders from five African nations in Washington next week to explore what the White House described as “commercial opportunities.” The meeting, set for July 9 at the White House, will include discussions and a…
BREAKING: Ex-Super Eagles goalkeeper Peter Rufai is dead
The Super Eagles have paid tribute to former Nigerian goalkeeper and 1994 Africa Cup of Nations champion, Petert Rufai, following news of his death. In a statement released on Thursday via X, the national team described Rufai, fondly known as…
Dangote Foundation begins Rice distribution to over 30 host communities in Ogun
Dangote Foundation begins Rice distribution to over 30 host communities in Ogun The Aliko Dangote Foundation (ADF) has extended its National Food Intervention programme to over 30 host communities in Ogun State, distributing over 3,000 bags of rice to the…
Nigerian bank Guaranty Trust plans secondary listing in London
Biggest lender by market value in African nation will boost UK market as it looks abroad for capital Exterior of a branch of Guaranty Trust in Lagos, Nigeria Lagos-listed GTCO is set to be the first Nigerian bank to secure…