Month: June 2026
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Study Finds Majority of Nigeria’s Agricultural Data Is Obsolete
A new NADIH study reveals that 70 percent of Nigeria's government-held agricultural data is outdated, hampering investment and policy development across the sector.
PwC Report Highlights Resilient Growth Trends Among African Family Enterprises
PwC's 2025 survey reveals that African family businesses are outperforming global sales averages by prioritizing technology, reputation, and disciplined growth strategies.
Canada Advance to World Cup Knockouts but Lose Home Advantage After Loss to Switzerland
Canada finishes second in Group B after a loss to Switzerland, meaning the co-hosts must leave their home country for a last-32 clash against South Africa.
Five West African Nations Establish Authority to Manage $16 Billion Abidjan-Lagos Highway
Nigeria and four regional partners have launched a management authority to oversee the development of the $16 billion Abidjan-Lagos highway project.
Government and Power Producers Remain at Odds Over Unpaid Electricity Debt
The Nigerian government and electricity generation companies are in dispute over a massive debt crisis, with the state claiming to settle N4 trillion in arrears while producers insist the debt has hit N7 trillion.
Legal Practitioners’ Privileges Committee Strips Mike Ozekhome of SAN Status
The Legal Practitioners’ Privileges Committee has suspended Professor Mike Ozekhome’s Senior Advocate of Nigeria rank pending the outcome of active disciplinary proceedings.
Naira weakens against dollar in both official and parallel markets
The Naira recorded losses in both official and parallel exchange markets on Wednesday, narrowing the price gap between the two sectors.
Nigeria Mandates Banks to Freeze Assets of Terrorism Funders
The Nigerian government has ordered financial institutions to freeze assets belonging to terrorism financiers, matching international sanctions imposed by the U.S. on individuals linked to ISIS.
Can Scotland Still Qualify for the World Cup Knockout Stage?
Following a 3-0 defeat by Brazil, Scotland's chances of reaching the World Cup knockout stage now depend on results from other groups.
Elliot Dee faces Wales while playing for the Barbarians
Welsh international Elliot Dee will line up for the Barbarians against Wales at Twickenham this Saturday, using the match as a platform to signal his desire to return to the national squad.