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Airtel Data Centre in Eko Atlantic to Boost Digital Hub

Eko Atlantic is set to become a major hub for Nigeria’s digital transformation as Airtel Nigeria reaffirms its commitment to strengthening the country’s digital infrastructure through the development of its Nxtra Data Centre. The initiative aims to bridge connectivity gaps, expand access to reliable data, and unlock new opportunities across Nigeria and the wider continent....
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Reforms & private investment key to Nigeria economic growth

The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr Wale Edun has said sustained economic reforms and stronger private sector participation are central to Nigeria’s ambition to achieve at least seven per cent GDP growth by 2027–2028. Edun made this observation on Tuesday at the African Business Convention held in Lagos, where he...
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Expert Calls For Early Detection

As the world marks World Cancer Day 2026, a healthcare expert says new data continues to highlight cancer as a major public health challenge in Nigeria, affecting both men and women and often detected too late for effective treatment. Dr Emmanuel Iyere, Head of Diagnostics Services at PPC Limited, stated that analysis of data from...
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Issues Receiving Attention After Resumption

CHUKWU DAVID examines activities of the Senate in the first week of resumption from its Christmas and New Year recess, highlighting critical national issues being addressed by the upper legislative chamber The Senate embarked on Christmas and New Year recess on December 23, 2025, after passing the N58.18 trillion 2026 budget through second reading. The...
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Crystal Finance Marks 10 Years of Sustainable Growth

Specialised financial institution Crystal Finance Company has highlighted its sustainable growth as it marked its 10th anniversary. In a statement on Tuesday, the company said it gathered customers, and staff members at an evening dedicated to honouring staff and foundational clients for their loyalty. The PUNCH reports that Crystal Finance is known for offering tailored...
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Energy Leaders, Regulators Push For Regional Collaboration To End Africa’s Power Crisis

Energy leaders and regulators have urged African countries to abandon siloed national approaches and embrace regional collaboration as the surest path to solving the continent’s persistent electricity deficits, unlocking stranded gas resources and driving sustainable economic growth. They agreed that Africa’s emerging unified voice already evident in global climate negotiations and the African Continental Free...
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Uba Sani Pledges To Remodel Ahmadu Bello Stadium

The Governor of Kaduna State, Uba Sani, has pledged that his administration will remodel the Ahmadu Bello Stadium into a FIFA-standard sports facility capable of hosting international competitions. Governor Sani, who gave this assurance on Tuesday, said the remodelling is necessary as the stadium was built in 1965 and is not equipped enough for the sports demands...
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Former Governor Suswam Dumps PDP

The former Governor of Benue State, Sen. Gabriel Suswam, on Wednesday, formally announced his resignation from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP). The erstwhile governor made this disclosure in a press statement he personally signed and addressed to Mbagber Council Ward, Logo Local Government Area of the state. Announcing his defection, Suswam said the decision to leave the party...
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