African Entrepreneurship
Moniepoint Supports STEM Growth with Cutting-Edge CAD/CAM Lab at Obafemi Awolowo University
Partnerships Technology

Moniepoint Supports STEM Growth with Cutting-Edge CAD/CAM Lab at Obafemi Awolowo University

Ile-Ife, Nigeria – In a major stride towards enhancing STEM education and fostering technological innovation in Nigeria, Moniepoint, in partnership with its co-founder Tosin Eniolorunda, has made a significant contribution to the Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) with the unveiling of the Tosin Eniolorunda Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) Laboratory. This move is aimed […]

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FBN Holdings Proposes Rebranding to First Holdco Plc Ahead of 12th AGM
Partnerships Sectors

FBN Holdings Proposes Rebranding to First Holdco Plc Ahead of 12th AGM

FBN Holdings Plc has announced its intention to change its legal and brand name to First Holdco Plc at its upcoming 12th Annual General Meeting (AGM), scheduled for November 14, 2024. The proposed rebranding, which will extend to its subsidiaries, is one of several special resolutions that shareholders will vote on during the AGM. As […]

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AfDB Approves $100 Million for Nigeria’s Youth Entrepreneurship Investment Bank
African Entrepreneurship

AfDB Approves $100 Million for Nigeria’s Youth Entrepreneurship Investment Bank

The African Development Bank (AfDB) has approved a significant funding initiative aimed at boosting youth entrepreneurship in Nigeria. Akinwunmi Adesina, President of AfDB, announced on Friday that the bank’s board of directors has approved $100 million for the establishment of the Youth Entrepreneurship Investment Bank in Nigeria. Speaking during the 90th birthday lecture of former […]

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NNPC and Partners, Total, Shell and Agip, Finalise Major Gas Supply Deal for Nigeria's $3.3 Billion Brass Methanol Project
Energy Partnerships

NNPC and Partners, Total, Shell and Agip, Finalise Major Gas Supply Deal for Nigeria’s $3.3 Billion Brass Methanol Project

The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) Limited, in partnership with Shell, TotalEnergies, and Agip, has signed a groundbreaking gas sales and purchase agreement with Brass Fertilizer & Petrochemical Company Ltd. This agreement marks a major milestone in Nigeria’s ongoing efforts to monetize its vast gas reserves and diversify its energy sector. The deal, finalised in […]

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Stanbic IBTC and NSACC Urge Stronger Nigeria-South Africa Collaboration on Energy Transition
Energy Partnerships

Stanbic IBTC and NSACC Urge Stronger Nigeria-South Africa Collaboration on Energy Transition

In a strategic push for sustainable energy solutions across the African continent, Stanbic IBTC Bank Plc and the Nigeria South Africa Chamber of Commerce (NSACC) have emphasised the need for stronger collaboration. This call came during a high-level dialogue last week in Lagos, where business executives from Nigeria and South Africa gathered to discuss the […]

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THESE INDEFATIGABLE AFRICANS ARE LEADING AGTECH REVOLUTION ACROSS AFRICA AND BEYOND
African Entrepreneurship AgriTech

THESE INDEFATIGABLE AFRICANS ARE LEADING AGTECH REVOLUTION ACROSS AFRICA AND BEYOND

If Agriculture goes wrong, nothing else will have a chance to go right. m. s swaminathan Africa’s agriculture sector has historically been the backbone of its economy, providing livelihoods for over 60% of the continent’s population. Yet, despite its vast arable land and agricultural potential, Africa has faced challenges that limit its productivity—ranging from outdated […]

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Africa and the Americas Team Up for Tourism: A New Era of Sustainable and Inclusive Growth
Partnerships Travel

Africa and the Americas Team Up for Tourism: A New Era of Sustainable and Inclusive Growth

Tourism isn’t just about visiting new places—it’s about creating lasting connections and driving real change. And in a groundbreaking move, leaders from Africa and the Americas have come together to do just that. At the first-ever joint meeting of the UN Tourism’s Regional Commissions for Africa and the Americas, the focus wasn’t just on travel; […]

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African Development Bank and USAID Sign $600 Million Deal to Boost Development in the Sahel
Finance Partnerships

African Development Bank and USAID Sign $600 Million Deal to Boost Development in the Sahel

In an exciting new partnership, the African Development Bank Group (AfDB) and USAID have signed a massive $600 million deal aimed at bringing real change to the Sahel region. This isn’t just another development agreement—it’s a bold move to tackle some of the toughest issues the Sahel faces, from political instability and climate challenges to […]

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KPMG West Africa Grows Leadership Team with Nine New Partners Across Nigeria and Ghana
Market Partnerships

KPMG West Africa Grows Leadership Team with Nine New Partners Across Nigeria and Ghana

Klynveld Peat Marwick Goerdeler (KPMG) has announced the appointment of nine new partners to its West African firms, with six of the appointees being Nigerians. This strategic move highlights KPMG’s continued focus on leadership development and excellence across the region. The announcement was made via a post on KPMG Nigeria’s official LinkedIn account on Tuesday, […]

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Traders of Africa, AliExpress, and MoMo Partner to Revolutionize Nigeria’s E-Commerce Ecosystem
E-Commerce Partnerships

Traders of Africa, AliExpress, and MoMo Partner to Revolutionize Nigeria’s E-Commerce Ecosystem

In a groundbreaking collaboration aimed at reshaping Nigeria’s e-commerce landscape, Traders of Africa (TOFA), AliExpress, and MTN MoMo have announced a strategic partnership designed to give Nigerian consumers access to global products, secure payment options in local currency, and reliable delivery services. This initiative marks a significant step in expanding e-commerce capabilities across the country, […]

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