ABU Zaria Hosts Soundcity OnTour as BIGI and Fearless Hunt for Nigeria’s Next Music Stars

Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, is set to become a major stop in the search for Nigeria’s next music stars as Soundcity OnTour arrives on campus from August 18 to 20, bringing live music, talent discovery and a ₦1 million prize to Kaduna.

Nike Closes More Than a Dozen Neighbourhood Stores Across US

Nike has abruptly closed more than a dozen of its small, neighbourhood-focused stores across the United States, marking another shift in the sportswear giant’s physical retail strategy.

Andrea Quaye Named Marketer of the Year at Bookmark Awards

Publicis Groupe Africa has celebrated Andrea Quaye's recognition as Marketer of the Year at this year's Bookmark Awards.

What dollar strength cycle mean for traders

The USD still ranks among the major forces that drive financial markets all over the world. When the USD gains in value, it rarely affects currency pairs alone; it may have implications for commodities, stock market indices, capital movement, and risk appetite.

FG Commissions Upgraded Ijora, Apapa Substations, Adds 208MW Transmission Capacity in Lagos

The Federal Government of Nigeria has commissioned two upgraded transmission substations in Lagos, adding 208 megawatts (MW) of bulk transmission capacity to one of the country's most economically important corridors.

BIGI, Fearless Take Soundcity OnTour to 20 Nigerian Campuses

Rite Foods Limited, through its BIGI Carbonated Soft Drinks and Fearless Energy Drink brands, has partnered with Soundcity OnTour to bring music, entertainment and talent discovery to 20 tertiary institutions across Nigeria.

STEM Africa Fest 2026 Inspires Over 3,800 Young Innovators in Lagos

STEM Africa Fest 2026 brought together more than 3,800 children, parents, educators and STEM enthusiasts in Lagos on 18 July 2026, promoting the theme “Building Future Innovators” through interactive workshops in science, engineering, coding and artificial intelligence.

Anthropic projects up to $200bn revenue by 2028 as AI giant prepares for IPO

Anthropic is projecting annual revenue of between $190 billion and $200 billion by 2028 as the artificial intelligence company prepares for what could become one of the largest Initial Public Offerings (IPOs) in history.

Tegbe Calls for Swift Implementation of Nigeria-China Aquatic Products Protocol

The Honourable Minister of Power, Joseph Tegbe, has called for the swift implementation of the Nigeria-China Aquatic Products Protocol, saying the landmark agreement must translate into increased exports, higher foreign exchange earnings and stronger opportunities for Nigerian businesses.

FMYD, NiYA Partner Cascador to Unlock Capital for Young Nigerian Entrepreneurs

The Federal Ministry of Youth Development (FMYD), through the Nigerian Youth Academy (NiYA), has partnered with Cascador, a Nigeria-focused platform for growth-stage founders, to support and fund the next generation of Nigerian youth entrepreneurs.

LG Introduces Smarter Washing Solutions for Nigerian Households

As Nigerian households increasingly embrace technology to simplify everyday life, laundry care is evolving from a routine chore into a smarter and more efficient home experience.

Vodacom appoints former Airtel Africa CEO Segun Ogunsanya to board

Vodacom Group has appointed Segun Ogunsanya, the former chief executive officer of Airtel Africa, to its board as the telecommunications company strengthens its leadership team to drive its Vision 2030 strategy.

CBN Lifts Restrictions on Banks’ Access to FX, Government Securities at Discount Window

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has lifted its previous restrictions on banks’ access to foreign exchange and government securities at the Discount Window (DW), with the decision taking immediate effect.