Category: Business
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FIRE DESTROYS SHOPS AT KARA MARKET, KWARA; FIRE SERVICE BLAMES NEGLIGENCE
A fire broke out at Kara Market in Ajase-Ipo, Kwara State, early Wednesday, destroying 28 shops. The blaze, which started around 1:35 a.m., was linked to negligence after a shop owner failed to fully extinguish a cooking fire, allowing flames to spread rapidly. The Kwara Fire Service praised their quick response that saved hundreds of…
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WORKS MINISTER UMAHI ORDERS DETAILED DOCUMENTATION FOR LAGOS-CALABAR HIGHWAY
Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, has instructed project managers and engineers to keep meticulous records for the Lagos-Calabar Highway before September ends, ensuring all construction levels are documented and shared with oversight agencies for transparency. Umahi emphasised weekly media visits to showcase progress, praising Hitech Construction for their dedication and heavy-duty work on deep soil…
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ABUJA BOOKSELLERS INNOVATE TO THRIVE AMID DIGITAL READING BOOM
Bookshop owners in Abuja are adapting creatively to the rise of e-books and digital libraries reshaping how people read. While online access offers millions of titles instantly, traditional bookstores are reinventing themselves as community hubs with poetry nights, writing workshops, and virtual browsing platforms. Owners like Aisha Bagu and Chinedu Paul see print and digital…
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TINUBU ARRIVES IN JAPAN FOR TICAD9, EYES BOOSTING INVESTMENTS IN NIGERIA
President Bola Tinubu has arrived in Tokyo to attend the Ninth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD9), aiming to strengthen partnerships and attract fresh investments to Nigeria. Scheduled for August 20–22, the summit brings together African leaders, Japan, and global partners to drive Africa’s economic transformation. Tinubu plans to showcase Nigeria’s reform agenda, hold…
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Levelling Up: The 32nd Annual Trainers Conference Kicks Off in Abuja!
Who said training can’t be thrilling? The 32nd Annual Trainers Conference by the Nigerian Institute of Training and Development (NITAD) just landed in Abuja, and it’s all about sparking innovation, sharing game-changing strategies, and powering trainers to inspire like never before. Get ready to sharpen those skills, swap stories, and elevate every session you run!
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SENATOR NED NWOKO PUSHES BILL FOR RANCHES IN ALL LGAs TO BOOST FOOD SECURITY
Senator Ned Nwoko (APC-Delta) has proposed a bold bill to establish and manage ranches across Nigeria’s 774 local government areas and the FCT to modernise livestock farming, curb open grazing, and enhance national food security. The bill seeks a strong legal framework supporting environmentally sustainable ranching with public-private partnerships and transparent funding. Nwoko’s legislation aims…
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Highway to the Future: Lagos-Calabar Coastal Road Gets the VIP Inspection
When heavyweights hit the highway, you know progress is cruising full speed ahead! Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway’s latest inspection brought together top engineers, officials, and the Minister of Works for a close-up on Nigeria’s infrastructure game-changer. On Monday, August 18, 2025, the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway construction site was buzzing with energy as the project’s key players…
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Info Chiefs and Enugu Gov Hit the Ground Running on Project Tour
When the big wigs roll into town, progress isn’t far behind. Last Thursday, top info honchos teamed up with Enugu’s Governor Peter Mbah for a hands-on tour of ongoing projects – and sparks of collaboration flew! On August 14, a powerhouse squad, including Minister of Information and National Orientation Mohammed Idris, Enugu Governor Peter Mbah,…
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Power Moves: Nigeria Launches WEIDE Fund to Boost Women Exporters in the Digital Age
When women thrive, economies soar — and Nigeria just flipped the switch with the Women Exporters in the Digital Economy (WEIDE) Fund. Launched in Abuja, this game-changing initiative is here to turbocharge female-led businesses on the global stage, thanks to a star-studded lineup of ministers and the WTO’s head.Last Thursday in Abuja, a powerhouse gathering…
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LAGFERRY TRANSPORTS 2.5 MILLION PASSENGERS IN FIVE YEARS, EYES EXPANSION
Lagos State Ferry Services (LAGFERRY) has ferried 2.5 million passengers over the last five years, operating 19 terminals and 23 routes across the state’s waterways. Managing Director Abdoulbaq Balogun credited Governor Sanwo-Olu’s support for fleet expansions, including 14 locally-made boats added since 2020, boosting service and job creation. From 2020 to 2025, LAGFERRY covered over…
