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Federal Government Launches ₦2.5 Billion Next Moonshot Initiative to Back Student Innovators

The Federal Government has officially opened the application window for the second cohort of its Student Venture Capital Grant, allocating ₦2.5 billion in equity-free funding to 50 student-led STEM ventures.

Shuttlers Expands Mobility Portfolio with Shuttlers Pod

Nigerian mass transit startup Shuttlers has officially launched 'Shuttlers Pod', a new carpooling service designed to provide affordable, premium shared mobility amid rising living costs.

Global Bond Market Instability Deepens Amid Middle East Conflict and Rising Deficits

International bond markets are experiencing severe sell-offs and rising borrowing costs, driven by spiralling government deficits and fresh inflationary shocks tied to escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.

Yemi Alade Sets September 11 Release for Self-Titled Album

Afrobeats powerhouse Yemi Alade has officially announced her next full-length studio project, titled IT'S YEMI ALADE, arriving globally on September 11, 2026, building on the heavy momentum of her recent hit singles.

Economic Hardship Pushing Desperate Young Nigerians to Sell Kidneys, Says Atiku As Okonkwo Warns Opposition Over 2027

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has decried the surging cost-of-living crisis driving young Nigerians to sell their kidneys, even as political strategist Kenneth Okonkwo asserts that a united opposition coalition is the only viable path to unseating President Tinubu in 2027.

Cascador Selects 10 Nigerian Growth-Stage Companies for 2026 ScaleUp Programme

Cascador has officially announced the selection of 10 high-potential Nigerian growth-stage companies for its intensive 2026 ScaleUp Programme, aimed at expanding local business operations.

Nigeria’s External Reserves Surge to $54 Billion, Marking Highest Level in 18 Years

New International Mission Sets Sail to Break the Gaza Blockade

The Freedom Flotilla Coalition has officially launched a new international maritime mission, dispatching vessels to challenge the ongoing naval blockade and deliver vital humanitarian relief.

Nigeria and International Energy Agency Sign Landmark Joint Work Programme in Abuja to Drive Energy Security and Investment

Nigeria and the International Energy Agency (IEA) sign a landmark Joint Work Programme in Abuja to drive energy security, accelerate clean transitions, and double investments over the next five years.

Federal Government Categorically Rejects Allegations of Backing Failed Niger Coup

The Federal Government has strongly rejected social media claims alleging that Nigeria and ECOWAS backed a failed military coup attempt in the Niger Republic, labeling the reports as false, baseless, and designed to mislead the public.

VeryDarkMan Publicly Apologizes to Security Operatives Following Controversial NBA Conference Remarks

Social media activist Martins Vincent Otse (VeryDarkMan) issues a public apology to the military, police, and immigration services, walking back his controversial "unknown gunmen" remarks made during the recent NBA conference.

Dangote Refinery Locks In ₦525 Share Price Ahead of Landmark September IPO Launch

Aliko Dangote locks down a ₦525 share price and a September 14 order book launch for the Dangote Petroleum Refinery's historic $1.5 billion initial public offering, triggering a massive wave of pre-offer positioning across the Nigerian Exchange Group.