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Africa remains at the epicenter of the global water crisis, as a new United Nations report has revealed that more than two billion people worldwide still lack access to safely managed drinking water. The joint study by the World Health Organisation (WHO) and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), released Tuesday, warned that despite progress […]
Senator representing Niger East, Senator Mohammed Sani Musa has sent 200 students from Niger East Senatorial to India and China under his International Undergraduate Scholarship Scheme. The send-off, described by parents and community leaders as “a defining investment in the future of Niger East”, marks the largest overseas scholarship initiative ever facilitated by an elected […]
The Group Managing Director of Benue Investment and Property Company Limited (BIPC), Dr Raymond Asemakaha, has said that establishing the Benue juice factory would reduce post-harvest losses of citrus in the state. He said it would also create a stable market for farmers, cut post-harvest loss to 80 per cent, and boost the state economy. […]
Global oil and gas contracts recorded a quarter-on-quarter rise in total disclosed value, with $40.94bn recorded in the second quarter (Q2) of 2025 compared to $33.89bn in Q1 2025. However, the number of contracts reported decreased marginally from 1,558 in Q1 2025 to 1,529 in Q2 2025. The report shows that Africa witnessed a contract […]
Fadaella Foods Ltd, maker of the pioneering Fadaella Oatmilk Biscuits, has unveiled a premium chocolate line, branded Fadaella Best Chocs, to mark the 8th anniversary of its flagship biscuit in Nigeria and to deepen its play in the snack market across Nigeria. The new premium brand launches in four variants: chocolate, coffee, white chocolate, and […]
Africa Prudential Plc’s profit before tax increased by 75 per cent year over year for the first half ended June 30, 2025. The results released on the Nigerian Exchange showed that profit before tax grew from N1.13 billion in H1 2024 to N1.98 billion in the period under review. Profit after tax rose by 73 […]
The managing director of the Niger Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC), Engr. Jennifer Adighije, has assured the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) that the company is willing to partner with them to drive industrial growth, create jobs, and enhance the country’s socio-economic development. Adighije, who was speaking during the visit of a 20-member delegation from […]
The new insurance law has been introduced to help victims of road accidents involving uninsured vehicles. Under the Nigerian Insurance Industry Reform Act (NIIRA) 2025, anyone injured in an accident caused by a car without insurance can now receive up to N2 million in medical compensation. This law aims to ensure that accident victims are […]
The Chartered Insurance Institute of Nigeria(CIIN) has emphasised the importance of family and togetherness in the insurance community. To this end, the institute hosted a fun-filled Family Picnic, bringing together members, families, and representatives from various insurance companies. The event was a resounding celebration of unity, camaraderie, and the insurance industry’s collective strength. The picnic, […]
Nigeria’s crude oil output has increased by 9.9 per cent in July 2025, averaging 1.71 million barrels of oil per day (bopd). This figure comprises 1.507 million bopd of crude oil and 204,864 bopd of condensates. The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), in its July Production data report released on Monday, showed that operations […]