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Nigerian American, Jennifer Grace Jennings set to disrupt US manufacturing industry with $155m deployment

NEWARK, N.J. / SAVANNAH, GA Nigerian-American, Jennifer Grace Jennings, CEO of Funlayo Grace and Goldman Sachs Black in Business alumna, has announced a $155M initiative expanding domestic textile manufacturing for healthcare, hospitality, aviation, sports, and government sectors. Launched for Women’s History Month, the expansion initiative integrates on-site childcare — backed by federal/state grants — and […]

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The attack on Iran is capable of shaping the next world war By Emeka Asinugo

In the complex theatre of global politics, wars don’t normally erupt suddenly or without a long and tangled history behind them. The present confrontation involving the United States and Iran cannot be different. It is one of those conflicts whose roots stretch across decades of suspicion, ambition, wounded pride, and geopolitical calculation. The attack on […]

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Chevron Nigeria Limited reiterates commitment to development of the Niger Delta

Chevron Nigeria Limited (CNL), operator of the joint venture between the Nigerian National petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) and CNL has confirmed its commitment to socio-economic development in the Niger Delta. CNL has demonstrated interest in stakeholder discussions in respect of the proposed Escravos to Warri Road Project and continues to partner with the Niger Delta […]

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Flutterwave backs Tiwa Savage Music Foundation to champion African creative talent

….Africa’s leading fintech company joins forces with global music icon Tiwa Savage to invest in the next generation of African creatives LAGOS, Nigeria Flutterwave, Africa’s leading payments technology company, Wednesday announced its strategic partnership with the Tiwa Savage Music Foundation, marking a landmark commitment to investing in African creative talent. The foundation’s official launch event […]

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Nigeria’s second colonization: The elite capture of a nation By Uche J. Udenka

  The second colonization wears  agbada but carries the same chains. Nigeria fought hard to end colonial rule in 1960. The promise of independence was simple yet profound: that Nigerians would finally control their own destiny, resources, and institutions. The colonial administrators who once dictated the nation’s political and economic direction would depart, leaving behind […]

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New Jersey Civic Information Consortium awards renewal grants to Montclair Local, Healthy NewsWorks

March 12, 2026 The New Jersey Civic Information Consortium has awarded two renewal grants supporting organizations that are strengthening local journalism and expanding media literacy education in New Jersey communities. The grants, a statement by the Consortium said, will support continued reporting by Montclair Local and the expansion of youth journalism programming through Healthy NewsWorks. […]

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Court bars Aiyedatiwa from vying for another term

By Alaba Olusola Oke Akure, March 12, 2026 A Federal High Court, Akure Division, on Thursday barred Gov. Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State from vying for another term in office. The court ruled that allowing the governor to contest again would go contrary to the constitutional provision on tenure. Justice Toyin Adegoke, in her judgment, […]

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FCCPC tackles airlines over Yuletide fares, demands refunds 

By Muhyideen Jimoh Abuja, March 12, 2026 The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) says it has concluded investigations into the high airfares charged by airlines during the 2025 Yuletide period. The Executive Vice Chairman of FCCPC, Mr. Tunji Bello, said the Commission was considering mandating the airlines to refund affected passengers over excess […]

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Anthony Joshua relocates to Dubai, family confirms

Former two-time world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua has moved his base to Dubai, according to confirmation from a member of his family. The British-Nigerian boxing star’s uncle, Adedamola Joshua, revealed that the move happened several months ago, although the boxer did not formally announce it. “He has already moved to Dubai. He doesn’t need to […]

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Nine Senators defect to ADC over party crises in Senate shake-up

 Nine senators on Thursday announced their decision to leave their various political parties and join the African Democratic Congress (ADC). The lawmakers who defected are Aminu Tambuwal (Sokoto South), Enyinnaya Abaribe (Abia South), Binos Yaroe (Adamawa South), Victor Umeh (Anambra Central), Tony Nwoye (Anambra North), Adamu Lawal Usman (Kaduna Central), Austin Akobundu (Abia Central), Ireti […]

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NIMASA DG advocates digital transformation as catalyst for increased women participation in maritime 

The Director General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Dr Dayo Mobereola has called for digital transformation as a catalyst for increasing the number of women participation in the maritime industry. Dr Mobereola said this in Lagos at a regional symposium organized by NIMASA in collaboration with the Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping […]

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Tinubu reaffirms commitment to democracy, rule of law

By Muhyideen Jimoh Abuja, March 11, 2026 President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday reaffirmed his commitment to democracy, national unity and the rule of law, describing himself as a “die-hard democrat”. Tinubu spoke during an interfaith breaking of fast with leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) at the Presidential […]

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Beyond the balance sheet: Afreximbank unveils Season II of ‘Impact Stories,’ showcasing transformative projects across two continents

CAIRO, Egypt, March 12, 2026 African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) (https://www.Afreximbank.com/) has announced the launch of the second season of its documentary series, Impact Stories. Building on the success of the inaugural season, the new collection of six films expands the series’ geographic scope to capture the Bank’s growing footprint across Global Africa, featuring stories from […]

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Putin envoy meets Trump confidantes in Florida

Moscow, March 12, 2026 Russian special envoy Kirill Dmitriev has met with representatives of U.S. President Donald Trump in Florida, the Russian state news agency TASS reported on Wednesday, citing sources close to the negotiations. Dmitriev is Russian President Vladimir Putin’s special representative for economic cooperation with foreign countries and also plays an important role […]

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How Galatasaray fans made Nigeria’s Victor Osimhen cry, with emotional tribute to his late mother

Super Eagles striker, Victor Osimhen, became emotional on Tuesday night after Galatasaray fans unveiled a touching banner in his honour before their UEFA Champions League clash against Liverpool at Rams Park. Just moments before kick-off, supporters inside the stadium displayed a giant tifo showing a portrait of Osimhen and his late mother. The banner also […]

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Peter Obi: Equal opportunities for women will help society grow

Former Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate Mr. Peter Obi has said that society will progress faster if women are given equal opportunities in education, finance, and leadership. Obi made the statement on Tuesday in Banjul, The Gambia, during the Network of Locally Elected Women of Africa (REFELA) National Conference, which was held under the theme […]

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D’Tigress cruise to victory over Colombia in FIBA qualifiers

Nigeria’s D’Tigress began their 2026 FIBA Women’s World Cup qualifying journey with a resounding 70–37 win against Colombia in Lyon, France, on Wednesday. The game, held at Astroballe Arena, marked the first-ever encounter between the two sides. After a closely contested first half, the African champions pulled away in the second half, thanks to a […]

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President Tinubu nominates Lamido Abubakar Yuguda as CBN Deputy Governor

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of Lamido Abubakar Yuguda as Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, subject to confirmation by the Senate. The appointment, according to a statement by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President (Information and Strategy), is in accordance with Section 8(1) of the Central Bank of […]

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Dr. Okonjo-Iweala-led WTO celebrates International Women’s Day

The International Women‘s Day (IWD), celebrated annually globally on March 8, was also commemorated at the Geneva, Switzerland-based World Trade Organisation (WTO), which has as Director General, Nigerian-born internationally celebrated economist, Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala. The IWD is set apart to commemorate women’s fight for equality and liberation, and focuses on issues such as gender equality, […]

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IWD: Fidelity Bank signs MoU with partners; Launch ‘Give Her Power’ initiative to empower Nigerian women

Fidelity Bank Plc has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing women’s economic empowerment with the signing of strategic Memoranda of Understanding (MoU) with partner organisations at the launch of the bank’s “Give Her Power” initiative, a programme designed to equip Nigerian women with practical skills, tools, mentorship, and financial knowledge. The partnerships, formalised as part of […]