Refinery: “If I Knew What I Was Going to Go Through, I Wouldn’t Have Tried It” — Aliko
According to a report by Punch on Friday, August 22, 2025, Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, has opened up about the immense struggles he faced while building the $20 billion Dangote Refinery, admitting that had he foreseen the challenges, he might…
Ruto Urges African Countries To Trade More Among Themselves
Kenya President, William Ruto has called on African countries to trade more among themselves, saying this would be the most effective weapon against extreme poverty. He regretted that African countries continue to trade more with the outside world,…
Govt’s 2025 revised revenue projections likely unachievable – IFS
The Institute of Fiscal Studies (IFS) says the government’s revised total revenue and grants target of GH¢229.95 billion by the end of the year is likely not to be achieved. The think tant said revising the target upward from GH¢227.08 billion to…
Nigerians Slam Tinubu’s New Reforms Despite Transparency Claims
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced the implementation of new tax reforms, which will take effect from January 2026, emphasizing fairness and equity in Nigeria’s fiscal system. The announcement was made on his official X (formerly Twitter) account,…
Ogun ends free entry into Olumo Rock over safety concerns
The Ogun State Government has announced that the free entry initiative at the newly renovated Olumo Rock Tourist Complex will end on Saturday, August 23, 2025, citing safety concerns over overcrowding. In a statement signed by the Secretary to the State…
Ahead 2028 Paralympics: GIG Logistics Is Official Sponsor of Eniola Mariam Bolaji
By Andrew Abah The Badminton Federation of Nigeria (BFN) has officially unveiled GIG Logistics (GIGL) as the sponsor of Nigeria’s Para-badminton sensation, Eniola Mariam Bolaji, in her journey to the Los Angeles 2028 Paralympic Games. The announcement…
Mowe Golf Town hosts Daycation on Sustainable African Living
A new eco-luxury community, Mowe Golf Town, will officially open its Experience Centre on Saturday, August 23, 2025, with an open house event tagged Mowe Golf Town Daycation. The Centre, located opposite Christopher University in Mowe, Ogun State, is a…
Cameroon govt stops Eto’o from seeking FECFOOT presidential re-election
Samuel Eto’o’s attempt to continue as president of the Cameroon Football Federation (FECAFOOT) has hit a major obstacle after the Ministry of Sports blocked his candidacy for a second term. During FECAFOOT’s recent Extraordinary General Assembly, Eto’o…
ASUU welcomes ban on new public varsities, says existing 339 outrageous
Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU, has commended the Federal Government for placing a seven-year moratorium on the establishment of new public universities in Nigeria. ASUU President, Prof. Christopher Piwuna, gave the commendation during a…
NUPRC Concludes Marginal Field License Review, Awaits Ministerial Approval
…PENGASSAN Hails Komolafe’s Transparency The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has completed a case-by-case review of the marginal fields licensing that are due for renewal. The Commission Chief Executive, Engr. Gbenga Komolafe,…