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NITDA calls for FutureHack challenge applications
National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has urged interested Information Communication Technology (ICT) start-ups, youths to apply for 2019 edition of FutureHack challenge.
Facebook, CCHub to mentor 12 startups in Nigeria, Ghana
Facebook says it is collaborating with Co-Creation Hub (CCHub) to mentor and empower 12 startups in the ”Season 2 FbStart Accelerator Programme.”
2,000 UniAbuja students participate in financial literacy training
No fewer than 2,000 students of the University of Abuja(UniAbuja), on Thursday participated in a financial literacy and employability training sponsored by Pensions Alliance Limited (PAL), a Pension Fund Administrator (PFA)
Ebonyi government to empower 200 professionals
The Ebonyi government says it has concluded arrangement to empower 200 young professionals who are indigenes of the state under its Stimulus Development Project (SSDP).
Nigerian filmmaker shortlisted for Cannes’s ‘short film’ competition
Nigerian filmmaker Francesca Tilley-Gyado has been selected for the prestigious Short Film Competition at the 72nd annual Cannes Film Festival scheduled to be held from 14 to 25 May 2019.
Economist says increasing tax rates not solution to growing tax revenue
Dr Abiodun Adedipe, a member of the Nigerian Economic Summit Group, says that increasing tax rates is not the cure all for growing tax revenue in Nigeria.
Young entrepreneur advises youths to avoid the tendency of staying idle waiting for jobs
A 33-year-old entrepreneur, Miss Rachael Ogungbesan, on Wednesday in Abuja, advised unemployed youths to go into liquid soap making business, as it was easy to learn, lucrative and very rewarding.
Nigeria, Kenya lead as African tech startups attract $1.2 billion
Kenya, Nigeria and South Africa received 78 per cent of the total funding of $1.163 billion for Africa’s technology startups last year confirming the attractiveness of African entrepreneurs and their ability to transform the continent into a global power house.
e-Tickets: Nigerian, UK tech companies sign £56 million contract
Two technology companies, from Nigeria and the UK, have signed a £56 million agreement to provide card technology, which would allow commuters to travel with public transport without cash or a paper ticket.
President Masisi begins campaign to market Botswana
President Mokgweetsi Masisi of Botswana has embarked on campaign to market his country, saying the nation is investment destination of choice.
Bank of Industry releases N3 billion to Jaiz Bank
The Bank of Industry (BOI) has released N3 billion to Jaiz Bank Plc for development and expansion of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Nigeria.
Jumia: ‘Africa’s Amazon’ in landmark stock market listing
Shares in Africa's largest e-commerce retailer are set to start trading in New York on Friday in a move that could pave the way for other tech start-ups from the continent.
Envoy: US passionate about developing Nigerian youths
The United States of America Consul General in Lagos, Mr. F. John Bray, Wednesday said the youths in Nigeria represent the greatest resource for a prosperous future.
President Buhari calls for safe, inclusive digital world
President Muhammadu Buhari has called on world leaders to come up with proposals to create a digital world that is accessible, inclusive and safe to all.
Africa’s richest man withdrew $10 million just to look at it
Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote, known as Africa's richest man, told a forum in Ivory Coast on Saturday how he once took $10m in cash out of the bank just to look at it and get it into his head that this was real money, not just figures on paper.
President Buhari in Dubai for investment meeting
President Muhammadu Buhari has departed Amman Jordan for Dubai, to begin the second leg of his Middle East visit.
President Buhari leaves for UAE to attend investment meeting
President Muhammadu Buhari will depart Amman, on Sunday for Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE) to participate in the ninth edition of the Annual Investment Meeting, April 8-10, 2019.
NCWD empowers 76 women with laptops
The National Centre for Women Development (NCWD) has empowered 76 female farmers and entrepreneurs with laptops as start up tool, to enhance their business using Information Communication Technology (ICT).
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Minister: N30, 000 new minimum wage started April 18
The Federal Government has said that no governor in the 36 states of the federation will say that he will not pay the new minimum wage of N30, 000.
Igbo Movement backs Babajide Sanwo-Olu on inclusive government
The Igbo Movement in Lagos State has thrown its weight behind the Lagos governor-elect, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on his plan to run an inclusive government, pledging to work with him to ensure the success of his administration.
Nasarawa commissions 115 rooms liaison office in Abuja
Nasarawa state government has commissioned a newly completed 115 rooms liaison office complex in Abuja.
Transition committee suggests ways to make Adamawa ‘Japan of the North’
The transition committee which the Adamawa State Governor-elect, Rt Hon Ahmadu Fintiri, constituted to review the activities of the outgoing government and suggest the constitution and running of his own government, has recommended the training and establishment of youths in gainful employment as a way to turn the state into ‘Japan of the North.’
Group backs NFIU on directive on local government funds
An advocacy-based Civil Society Organization, Media Initiative against Injustice, Violence and Corruption (MIIVOC), has thrown its weight behind the Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit (NFIU) over its directive on the management of local government funds.
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Full list: 35 Zamfara APC candidates swept off by Supreme Court ruling
Exactly five days to the swearing in of politicians who emerged victorious in the 2019 general election, the supreme court delivered a judgement that shook the All Progressives Congress (APC).
Flying Eagles arrive in Poland for FIFA U-20 World Cup
Nigeria’s national under-20 male football team, the Flying Eagles, on Sunday arrived in Poland for this year’s FIFA U-20 World Cup which begins on Thursday.
Asamoah Gyan asked to apologise to Ghana coach Kwesi Appiah after captaincy controversy
Veteran Ghanaian coach Joseph Emmanuel 'JE' Sarpong wants Ghana striker Asamoah Gyan to offer an apology to national team boss James Kwasi Appiah after rescinding a decision to retire from international duty.
Super Falcons’ defender set for record fifth World Cup appearance
Super Falcons’ defender Onome Ebi was named to play at her fifth women’s World Cup when she was included in Nigeria’s squad for next month’s finals in France.
Anambra PDP lauds Supreme Court decision on Zamfara
Chairman of Anambra State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Chief Ndubuisi Nwobu, has lauded the Supreme Court for the decision it took on the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Zamfara State.