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Nigeria Seeks Botswana’s Expertise to Modernize Livestock Sector to Boost Exports

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Abia State Launches Startup Law and Electric Bus Initiative to Boost Innovation, Clean Transport

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Nigeria’s Inflation Eases to 14.45% in November Despite Rising Food Prices

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NLNG Deploys AI to Boost Domestic Gas Supply, Cut Costs

Nigeria Liquefied Natural Gas Limited (NLNG) says it has integrated Artificial Intelligence (AI) across its operations to strengthen domestic gas...

Call For Applications: Abuja Youth Talent Hunt Business Plan Competition (Up to N2.5 Miilion)

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Call For Applications: Abuja Youth Talent Hunt Business Plan Competition (Up to N2.5 Million)

The competition aims to encourage proper business plan writing and support the development of small businesses so as to further...

Economy

Afreximbank Launches $1bn Initiative to Promote Large-Scale Trade in Value-Added Goods

The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has launched the African Trade and Distribution Company (ATDC), a new entity aimed at boosting...

APM Terminals Apapa has launched a Female Mechanic Technical Skills Programme to empower women in its host communities as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility commitments. The inauguration, held at the Lagos Port Complex, Apapa, brought together beneficiaries, community representatives, and industry stakeholders. Twenty young women, aged between 18 and 26, were selected after a competitive application process. According to the organisers, the training will run for six months and cover forklift and crane maintenance, automobile mechanics, electrical works, and related skills, combining practical workshops with classroom-based learning. Participants also received protective gear and stipends to support them throughout the programme. Terminal Manager Steen Knudsen said the initiative is designed to encourage more women to explore careers in technical and operational roles at the port, traditionally dominated by men. He noted that courage and resilience would be key for the trainees as they step into new territory. Also speaking, Engineer Sandra Aguebor, founder of the Lady Mechanic Initiative, praised the effort, stressing that women have a critical role to play in today’s evolving industries. She described the programme as not only technical training but also an alternative pathway for young women to resist negative societal pressures. Observers note that the scheme highlights how targeted technical training can empower women, diversify the workforce, and expand opportunities in Nigeria’s maritime and logistics sector.

Business

APM Terminal launches Female Mechanic Technical Skills Program to Empower Women with Mechanical Skills

APM Terminals Apapa has launched a Female Mechanic Technical Skills Programme to empower women in its host communities as part...

Education

WAEC Extends Deadline of Exam Registration for 2025 Private Candidates

The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Nigeria has extended the registration deadline for the Computer-Based West African Senior School Certificate...

Energy

Nigeria Targets $60bn Investments to Expand Gas Infrastructure, Boost Energy Security

Nigeria is seeking $60 billion in new investments over the next five to seven years to expand its gas infrastructure,...

OPS, Labour Reject Proposal for N10,000 and N20,000 Notes, Warn of Inflation Risks

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CBN Unveils Nigeria Payments System Vision 2028 to drive Digital Finance and Inclusion

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has launched the Nigeria Payments System Vision 2028 (PSV 2028), a new framework designed...

Energy

FG, International Solar Alliance launch $500m fund to Accelerate Solar Energy Deployment in Nigeria

The Federal Government has signed a landmark agreement with the International Solar Alliance (ISA) to establish a $500 million Distributed...

Business

NAICOM, FinTech Association Partner to Drive Digital Transformation in Insurance Sector

The National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) has met with the FinTech Association of Nigeria to chart strategies for accelerating digital transformation...

Business

NNPC Foundation Launches Second Phase of Farmers’ Training in Northern Nigeria