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NIS To Launch contactless passport solution in Europe February 7
Nigeria to Introduce Contactless Passport Application for Diaspora in Europe
In an announcement made on Tuesday, Mrs. Kemi Nanna Nandap, Comptroller General of the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS), revealed plans for the launch of a contactless passport application solution … Continue Reading
NELFUND Distributes N20 Billion to Support 192,906 Students Nationwide
Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) Disburses Over N20 Billion to Support Students
As of February 3, 2025, the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has successfully distributed a total of N20,074,050,000 to assist with institutional fees, benefiting approximately 192,906 … Continue Reading
Nigeria Targets 2.7 million barrels Daily oil output by 2027
Nigeria Aims to Boost Oil Production by 2.7 Million Barrels Daily by 2027
Nigeria, recognized as Africa’s largest oil producer, has announced an ambitious target to increase its daily output of crude oil and condensate by 2.7 million barrels by … Continue Reading
MUST READ: Top 5 Grants For Nigerian Business Owners To Look Out For (No Equity Required!)
Boost Your Business with These 5 Game-Changing Grants for Nigerian Entrepreneurs – No Equity, Just Opportunities!
The search for funding for businesses in Nigeria is a constant struggle for many entrepreneurs. While loans come with the burden of repayment, grants … Continue Reading
AFCON 2025: Full Schedule And Venues For Africa’s Biggest Football Showdown
AFCON 2025: Morocco Gears Up to Host Africa’s Biggest Football Festival as Full Match Schedule is Revealed
The 35th edition of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON 2025) is set to take Morocco by storm from December 21, … Continue Reading
JUST IN: Trump Halts U.S. Aid To South Africa Over Alleged Seizure Of White Farmers’ Land
Trump’s Decision Sparks Diplomatic Tensions as U.S. Calls for Investigation into Alleged Seizures Of White Farmers Land and Human Rights Violations in South Africa
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced the suspension of all financial aid to South Africa, citing … Continue Reading
Grammy 2025 Winner: How Tems Triumphed Over Afrobeat Giants To Win Best African Music Performance
Nigerian singer Tems has secured her second Grammy at the 67th Annual Grammy 2025 Awards, winning Best African Music Performance for her hit single, Love Me JeJe.
A Night of Victory
Temilade Openiyi, professionally known as Tems, emerged … Continue Reading
PETROAN Tells marketers to lower petrol prices as Dangote sells N890/litre
Nigerian Petroleum Marketers Urged to Pass on Savings to Consumers as Dangote Refinery Cuts Petrol Price
In a move that is expected to have a positive impact on the Nigerian economy, the Dangote refinery has announced a reduction in the … Continue Reading
Ex-FirstBank CEO Adesola Adeduntan Unveils Sequoia Financial Services
Adesola Adeduntan Launches Sequoia Financial Services Following FirstBank Departure
Adesola Adeduntan, the former Chief Executive Officer of FirstBank, has officially launched a new financial services firm, Sequoia Financial Services Limited. This marks his first significant venture after resigning from … Continue Reading
JUST IN: US-based Nigerian Cardiologist Takes Own Life After Court Orders $15K Monthly Child Support
Nigerian Cardiologist Dies by Suicide After U.S. Court Orders Him to Pay $15K Monthly Child Support Amid Divorce Battle
A 36-year-old Nigerian cardiologist, Dr. Ikenna Erinne, has died by suicide after a U.S. court ordered him to pay $15,000 … Continue Reading