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Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has launched the Community Food Bank Programme for the North-West region in Hadejia, Jigawa State. The initiative aims to tackle food insecurity and malnutrition among vulnerable households across the region. The launch is part of efforts to support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, with a focus on improving food security and healthcare outcomes for Nigerians. Oluremi Tinubu Launches Community Food Bank in Hadejia Speaking at the event, the First Lady described the Community Food Bank Programme as a deliberate and sustainable intervention to address hunger and poor nutrition in vulnerable communities. She…

The wife of Hausa activist Bichiia Maisango has appeared on Arise TV to discuss her husband’s detention, describing it as a direct result of his advocacy for the Hausa community. In the interview, she appealed for justice and highlighted the challenges the family has faced since his arrest. The appearance has reignited online conversations around the case, with supporters using the hashtag #FreeBichiiaMaisango and the slogan “Hausawa Zallah” to demand his release. Wife of Detained Activist Breaks Silence on Arise TV During the Arise TV interview, Bichiia Maisango’s wife explained that her husband was picked up because of his vocal…

Tosin Eniolorunda, founder and CEO of Moniepoint, has said he would be genuinely afraid if Amazon decided to replicate the company’s business model in Nigeria. Speaking in a recent interview clip that has gone viral, the fintech entrepreneur explained that Amazon’s enormous capital resources would give it an overwhelming advantage over local players who built their companies through years of sweat equity. The comment has sparked conversations in Nigeria’s fast-growing fintech space about the challenges facing homegrown startups when competing against global giants. Tosin Eniolorunda on Amazon Threat to Moniepoint In the video, Eniolorunda highlighted the difference in how companies…

Nigerian industrialist Aliko Dangote has held fresh talks with Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan on expanding the Dangote Group’s footprint in Tanzania. The discussions took place at the State House in Dar es Salaam and centred on transport infrastructure, domestic fertiliser production and the energy sector. Both sides expressed strong commitment to accelerating industrialisation, creating jobs and deepening regional economic ties across East Africa. The meeting builds on earlier engagements between the Dangote Group and the Tanzanian government, highlighting growing private-sector interest in one of Africa’s most promising investment destinations. Dangote and President Samia Discuss Investment Opportunities President/CE of Dangote…

Nigerian comedian Bovi has sparked fresh debate on marriage with a bold suggestion that every union should come with a five-year expiration date. In a video clip circulating widely on social media, the entertainer argued that if a man is unhappy in the marriage, he should be free to walk away. He added that once the contract has just one year left, many women would adjust their character to make things work. The comment has drawn mixed reactions from Nigerians who are used to viewing marriage as a lifelong commitment shaped by culture, religion and family pressure. Bovi’s proposal frames…

Arise Television anchor Rufai Oseni has raised fresh concerns about the Peter Obi NDC court case. Speaking on the station’s Morning Show on Monday, he described what he called a grand attempt to weaken the opposition ahead of the 2027 elections. Oseni drew attention to the timing of events around the Nigeria Democratic Congress. He noted that Peter Obi officially joined the party on May 3 this year, while a suit challenging its registration was filed just two days later on May 5 by what he called a faceless group. The remarks have got many Nigerians talking about the bigger…

The Minister of State for Budget and Economic Planning, Hon. (Dr) Doris Nkiruka Uzoka-Anite, has hosted the Vice President of the European Investment Bank (EIB), Mr. Ambroise Fayolle, and the Head of the EU Delegation to Nigeria, Mr. Gautier Mignot. The high-level meeting was held at the Ministry in Abuja. During the meeting, both sides discussed ways to drive development finance that aligns with Nigeria’s Renewed Hope Agenda, Nigeria Agenda 2050, and the upcoming National Development Plan (2026–2030). The EIB’s current €1.2 billion portfolio in Nigeria was described as a strong vote of confidence in the country’s economic reforms and…

Nigeria has secured a €200 million financing agreement with the European Investment Bank (EIB) to boost support for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) through the Development Bank of Nigeria. The five-year facility is aimed at expanding access to finance for SMEs and micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) driving green growth, renewable energy, and digital innovation. The financing agreement is designed to strengthen Nigeria’s private sector and accelerate economic transformation. It places strong emphasis on green and digital initiatives that align with the country’s broader development goals. A key component of the deal is the allocation of at least 30…

Senate President Godswill Akpabio has said that the All Progressives Congress (APC) did not promise Nigerians miracles but rather “Renewed Hope” under the current administration. He made the statement while addressing recent criticisms of the government’s performance. Speaking earlier today, Akpabio noted that the APC campaigned on the platform of renewed hope and not on the promise of instant solutions to all of Nigeria’s challenges. He emphasized that the party has remained focused on delivering on its promises despite the difficult economic conditions inherited by the administration. The Senate President’s comments come amid growing public debate about the pace of…

Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to turning the state into Africa’s Silicon Valley through technology-driven initiatives and skills development. He made the commitment during the graduation ceremony of the Anambra Startup Investment and Technology Skills Programme held in Awka. Speaking at the event, Governor Soludo stressed the urgent need to integrate technology into every sector of the economy and every level of governance. He noted that as the world evolves rapidly, young people must be equipped with the right skills to thrive in the digital age. According to him, the vision is driven by…