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The Bank of Industry (BOI), Nigeria’s leading development finance institution and a globally recognized organization specializing in international development cooperation with countries, the German Agency for International Cooperation (GIZ), on Wednesday signed a Framework Partnership Agreement to promote sustainable innovation and economic development for large enterprises and the micro, small and medium enterprise (MSME) sector in Nigeria. The partnership focuses …

Post views: 20 BY OHIS ASEIN Brown Ideye is a name that still commands respect in Nigerian football circles, not only for what he achieved on the pitch, but how he continued to remain relevant even after playing at the highest level. Born in Lagos but with strong roots in Uhonmora, Ora, Edo State, Ideye rose from humble beginnings …

The Federal University of Technology, Ilaro, Ogun State, on Wednesday conferred honorary scholarship awards on Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State, Governor Dikko Umaru Radda of Katsina State, the Alake of Egbaland, Oba Adedotun Aremu Gbadebo, the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja and UK-based entrepreneur, Sotayo Olugbenga Sonuga, in recognition. of their contribution to leadership, education and social …

By Ayo Kehinde Nigeria is on the brink of a full-blown national crisis, the Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) has warned, declaring that the country’s spiraling insecurity has effectively reached a “state of war” and calling for an immediate shift to war-like measures to prevent further national collapse. The stark warning was contained in a statement issued after the 38th meeting …

The senior Nigerian women’s basketball team, D’Tigresahave named a roster of 21 players for training camp ahead of their highly anticipated friendly matches against WNBA rivals later this month. Head coach Rena Wakama has assembled a balanced team that combines experienced players with exciting emerging talents as the African champions prepare for a historic series against top American teams. Read …

In the mangrove-lined streams and bustling markets of the Niger Delta, the scent of crude oil has long defined daily life. For decades, the region’s nine states – Akwa Ibom, Bayelsa, Cross River, Delta, Edo, Imo, Ondo, Rivers and Abia – have fueled Nigeria’s economy through vast hydrocarbon reserves. Yet for many residents, that black gold has brought more curses …

Post views: 19 By Silvernews The Mbaise Council of Ndi Ezeji has announced the emergence of a new President General, Chief (Comrade) Ezeji Nwajere Linus Enyinnia, KSM, Okwu-Udo I of Okpofe. Enyinnia, a retired Director of Primary Health Services in Imo State, brings with him extensive administrative and leadership experience to his new role. He previously served as the …

A former national chairman of the All Progressives Congress, John Odigie-Oyegun, on Tuesday drew laughter from delegates at the national convention of the African Democratic Congress in Abuja after he mistakenly referred to his former party while addressing attendees. Oyegun, who defected from the APC to the ADC in 2025, had just started his speech when he exclaimed “APC” before …

From afar, or a reasonable distance, the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Joash Amupitan, projects the image of a reasonable and successful man. He presents himself as an accomplished legal luminary, a renowned academician and a distinguished citizen by any stretch of the imagination. He is also a Senior Lawyer of Nigeria (SAN). His slow and …

Senator Orji Uzor Kalu has strongly rejected Saidu Bello Said’s recent claims, describing them as exaggerated, inflammatory and lacking a credible political basis ahead of the 2027 general elections. In a measured response, Kalu argued that predicting a quick and decisive defeat for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) ignores both political realities and the …