Nepal flood death toll rises to 1,287, with 5,083 missing
Devastating floods on the China-Nepal border have killed at least 1,287 people in Nepal, the disaster authority said Friday, with the number of missing at 5,083. Chinese state media reported…
Nigerian newspapers review: GDP growth data masking deep industrial, security crises – MAN
In today’s Nigerian newspapers review programme, Today in the News, Vanguard leads with the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) warning that Nigeria’s 4.43 percent economic growth in the second quarter…
Ukraine’s Zelensky slams his security services for ‘unacceptable’ shootout
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has slammed his security services after a shootout between rival agencies in Kyiv this week, saying he planned dismissals of high-ranking officials. A gun fight between…
2027: Tinubu will ‘eat Obi like biscuits’ if he runs alone — Okonkwo
The spokesperson for the Atiku Abubakar presidential campaign, Kenneth Okonkwo, has said an opposition coalition is the only way to defeat President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election. Okonkwo…
Police rescue two abandoned babies in Abuja
By Kingsley Omonobi The police in Abuja have rescued two abandoned babies in separate incidents recorded in Kurudu and Gwagwalada areas of the Federal Capital Territory. Police Public Relations Officer,…
2027: ‘He’s injured Atiku, Obi too much’ — Lere Olayinka defends Wike’s ‘payback’ fear
By Bayo Wahab Lere Olayinka, a media aide to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has defended the minister’s concern that he could face political retaliation…
OPay: Committed to Nigeria, Advancing Inclusive Finance Through Technology
Leading Nigerian fintech, OPay, has dismissed viral claims of an impending shutdown and reaffirmed its long-term commitment to Nigeria’s digital economy, customers, and merchants. The company made the clarification on…
Unilever Nigeria, Customs Partner to Fight Counterfeit Products
In a decisive move to protect consumers and secure the national economy, Unilever Nigeria Plc has formalized a strategic partnership with the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS). The collaboration, sealed through…
NGX N-Zero begins corporate climate baseline assessments
The Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX Group) has officially commenced corporate baseline assessments under its landmark N-Zero initiative. This pivotal milestone marks the next operational phase of a strategic effort designed…
Grey expands access to Chinese market with Chinese Yuan payout
The economic relationship between Africa and China has experienced exponential growth over the last decade, becoming one of the most vital trade corridors globally. For African businesses, particularly retail entrepreneurs,…