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OPay and the Expansion of Financial Access Across Nigeria
OPay is playing a critical role in Nigeria's push for financial inclusion by providing accessible, reliable, and secure digital payment solutions to millions of citizens, including those in underserved regions.
Spyro Accuses Nigerian Clerics of Profiting from National Crisis
Singer Spyro claims that religious leaders in Nigeria are exploiting the country's insecurity and economic hardship for financial gain, urging them to prioritize their congregants' welfare instead.
Experts urge local investment to replace $2.1 billion ceramic imports
Industry stakeholders at the NCISPE 2026 summit are calling for increased local production to offset a projected $2.1 billion in ceramic imports, criticizing the absence of key government agencies at the event.
Study Finds Majority of Nigeria’s Agricultural Data Is Obsolete
A new NADIH study reveals that 70 percent of Nigeria's government-held agricultural data is outdated, hampering investment and policy development across the sector.
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.
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.
Health Specialists Sound Alarm on Self-Medication Driving Nigerian Liver Disease Epidemic
Medical experts warn that the habit of self-medicating with painkillers, antibiotics, and herbal mixtures is fueling a rise in severe liver diseases across Nigeria.
The Community Impact of the American University of Nigeria
A former president of the American University of Nigeria discusses how the institution integrated community service and peace-building initiatives to support the region amidst the threats posed by Boko Haram.
Vice President Shettima Urges Immediate Funding for Northern Nigeria’s Human Capital
Vice President Kashim Shettima and Governor Abdullahi Sule have called for urgent reforms and increased funding to address the severe human capital gaps currently hindering progress in northern Nigeria.