Africa’s growing markets represent massive consumer spending potential, new study shows
A new study by Nielsen, a reputable international market research organization has revealed the potentials of the growing consumer base in Africa and the implication on brands entering the market.…
Criticisms trail Buhari’s Speech at the UN General Assembly
Criticisms have trailed President Buhari’s short speech at the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday, with many describing the 12-minute speech as lacklustre, hypocritical, and distracting. On Tuesday, after thanking…
Court Strikes out $1.6Billion fraud charge against Diezani’s ally
The ongoing investigations and prosecutions involving allegations of fraud against former Petroleum minister, Diezani Allison-Madueke have taken a new turn after an Abuja High court delivered a judgment in favour…
Osibajo Presides over FEC as Buhari Speaks at the UNGA
The Vice President, Prof Yemi Osibajo presided over the Federal Executive Council meeting today at the presidential villa in Abuja. President Buhari is in New York to attend the United…
Aguero makes historical sixth hat trick
Sergio Aguero’s hat trick against Watford last Saturday makes it the Manchester city superstriker’s sixth in the premier league. Aguero was on target as Manchester city beat Watford 6-0 in…
Buhari Seeks more Assistance from the International Community in Fighting Terrorism
President Muhamadu Buhari has called for more international assistance in combating terrorism in the Chad Basin, especially in dealing with the threats posed by Boko Haram and Al Qaeda. Buhari…
Nigeria army backtracks on Biafra ‘militant terrorist’ tag
The Nigerian Army says last week’s labeling of separatist group, Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) as a terrorist group was more a pronouncement than a declaration. The Nigerian Defence Headquarters…
UPDATED: Ex-NYSC DG Yusuf Bomoi is dead
A former Director General of the National Youth Service Corps, Yusuf Bomoi, died on Monday after a brief illness. Mr. Bomoi was the 13th Director General of the corps and served from…
Preparing for lift-off: Kenya’s largest debt and equity restructuring transaction yet
Once the last loose ends have been tied up, Kenya will be celebrating its largest debt and equity restructuring transaction yet: USD 2.2 billion restructuring of Kenya Airways PLC. This…
[South Sudan] UNIDO and Japan unveil small scale business development project in Juba
The United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) and the Government of Japan’s “Increased resilience and self-help capacities for reconstruction of livelihoods and sustained nutritional food security in South Sudan” project…