Women-Owned Businesses Struggle for Credit Access
By Our Correspondent National News – A new report has revealed a major financing gap affecting women-owned businesses in Nigeria, despite women controlling nearly 40 per cent of enterprises across the country. The Gender Equity and Social Inclusion Baseline Report, unveiled in Lagos by the Impact Investors Foundation, showed that female entrepreneurs still receive only […]
Tax Ethics More Important Than Quick Profits — Expert
By Our Correspondent National News – A leading Nigerian tax expert, Olayinka Oyebola, has urged tax practitioners to uphold ethical standards and transparency in their professional activities, stressing that integrity must outweigh short-term financial gains. He made the remarks while congratulating members of the Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria after the successful conclusion of […]
Squirrels Show Surprising Care for Orphaned Babies
Did You Know? Adult squirrels are gaining attention for their remarkable nurturing behavior, with wildlife experts revealing that some squirrels adopt and care for abandoned babies in their communities. The discovery has sparked interest among animal lovers and researchers who continue to study how these tiny creatures display compassion and survival instincts in the wild. […]
Curtis Jones Admits Liverpool’s Season Fell Below Expectations
National News – Curtis Jones has expressed disappointment over Liverpool’s difficult campaign, admitting the club failed to meet the standards expected by supporters and management. The midfielder thanked fans for standing by the team throughout the season despite inconsistent performances and growing frustrations among supporters. Speaking after the club’s latest fixture, Jones acknowledged that Liverpool’s […]
Dangote Expands Ethiopia Fertiliser Investment
By Our Correspondent National News – Africa’s richest businessman, Aliko Dangote, received a grand welcome in Gode, Ethiopia, during a high-profile visit linked to the expansion of the Dangote Group fertiliser project. The visit, hosted by Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, highlighted growing economic ties between Nigeria and Ethiopia and underscored the importance of large-scale […]
APC Panel Vows Fair Zamfara Primaries
By Our Correspondent National News – The All Progressives Congress primary election committee for Zamfara State has pledged to conduct a transparent and fair National Assembly primary election amid growing allegations of bias and compromise. The chairman of the committee, Auwal Abdullahi Aliyu, made the assurance while addressing journalists in Gusau on Sunday. He denied […]
Ogun Gas Leak Victims Discharged — Govt Reassures Residents
By Our Correspondent National News – The Ogun State Government has assured residents of Ijebu-Ode that all students, teachers and other victims affected by the recent gas leak incident have been treated and discharged from hospital. The government also announced emergency measures to prevent future occurrences and protect schools across the area. The Commissioner for […]
Zulum’s Brother Secures APC Reps Ticket
By Our Correspondent National News – Kaumi Zulum, younger brother of Babagana Zulum, has emerged as the All Progressives Congress candidate for the Dikwa, Konduga and Mafa Federal Constituency ahead of the 2027 general elections in Borno State. The APC primary election was conducted in Maiduguri on Sunday, where party officials confirmed that Kaumi Zulum […]
Makinde PDP Faction Screens 3,181 Aspirants
By Our Correspondent National News – The faction of the Peoples Democratic Party backed by Seyi Makinde has announced plans to screen 3,181 aspirants ahead of the 2027 general elections. The exercise, scheduled for Tuesday, May 19, 2026, will take place nationwide as the party intensifies preparations for candidate selection across key political offices in […]
Sugar Industry Can Create One Million Jobs — NSDC
By Our Correspondent National News – The Executive Secretary of the National Sugar Development Council, Kamar Bakrin, has said Nigeria’s sugar industry could create one million jobs and strengthen national security through rural economic development. Bakrin spoke during a strategic meeting with the Nigeria Customs Service at the Customs headquarters in Abuja, where both agencies […]