REA Targets 3.7GW Local Solar Panel Production
The Rural Electrification Agency (REA) has unveiled plans to establish 3.7 gigawatts (GW) of local solar panel manufacturing capacity by the end of 2027, as Nigeria steps up efforts to…
NGX Extends Rally as Investor Confidence Grows
The Nigerian stock market continued its upward momentum last week, with the NGX All-Share Index (ASI) rising to 247,357.40 points as investors increased demand for large-cap and fundamentally strong stocks.…
Stakeholders Applaud Oyedele’s Economic Leadership
Stakeholders across Nigeria’s financial sector, business community and investment space have praised Minister of Finance Taiwo Oyedele for restoring confidence in the Federal Ministry of Finance, saying his leadership has…
Nigeria Needs $228bn to Transform Power Sector
Nigeria’s power sector requires an estimated $228 billion in investment between now and 2045 to stabilise the national grid and meet the country’s growing electricity demand, according to the Special…
Gumi Defends Dialogue With Armed Groups
Controversial Islamic cleric Ahmad Gumi has questioned why government officials have not engaged Boko Haram members and bandits through dialogue, similar to the approach previously adopted with Niger Delta militants.…
Army Declares Soldier Wanted Over Uniform Allegations
The Nigerian Army has declared Private Mohammed Yusuf Amutu wanted over allegations that he supplied military uniforms to terrorists and other criminal groups. In a statement issued on Thursday, the…
Canada Tightens Border Rules Over Ebola Outbreak
Canada has introduced temporary Ebola travel restrictions that could affect travellers from parts of Africa, including entry bans, mandatory quarantine and enhanced health screening, following an Ebola disease outbreak. The…
Super Falcons Target WAFCON Glory in Morocco
The 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) begins in Morocco on Sunday, with 16 nations battling for continental glory, World Cup qualification and a record $2 million winners’ prize.…
Otamendi Ends Illustrious Argentina Career
Argentina defender Nicolas Otamendi has announced his retirement from international football, ending a remarkable 17-year career that included World Cup glory and two Copa America titles. The 38-year-old centre-back made…
Anderson Joins Man City in Record Move
Manchester City have completed the signing of Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest in a reported £116 million ($154 million) deal, with the England midfielder signing a five-year contract that includes…
