Business

​Founders Connect has announced the Launchpad initiative, a Pitch2Win competition aimed at supporting early-stage Nigerian entrepreneurs. This program offers participants the opportunity to secure a $2,500 equity-free cash grant, a...

In a sweeping move to reshape international trade, U.S. President Donald Trump announced fresh tariffs on all imports into the United States on Wednesday evening, including a 14 percent levy...

JP Morgan, a leading American financial institution, is taking steps to upgrade its Lagos representative office into a full-fledged business branch as part of its wider expansion strategy in Africa....

​Nestlé Nigeria has announced the opening of applications for its 2025 Technical Training Programme, inviting young Nigerians to apply for an intensive 18-month training in technical skills development at their...

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Bashir Bayo Ojulari as the new Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC), ushering in a fresh chapter for...

President Bola Tinubu has removed Mele Kyari from his position as the Group Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL). Additionally, he has dissolved the...

​The Tarcoola Fund & Accelerator is currently accepting applications from African entrepreneurs seeking to elevate their startups beyond the Series A stage. This premier initiative is dedicated to nurturing innovative...

The NNPC/OANDO Joint Venture Tertiary Scholarship Scheme for the 2025/2026 academic session is now accepting applications from eligible Nigerian undergraduates. This initiative aims to support students by providing financial assistance...

Kenya has officially become the largest importer of second-hand clothing in Africa, reinforcing its position as a major destination for used apparel while its domestic textile industry continues to decline....

Four Nigerian business magnates—Aliko Dangote, Mike Adenuga, Abdulsamad Rabiu, and Femi Otedola—have secured spots on Forbes' 2025 billionaires list, reaffirming Nigeria's strong presence among Africa’s wealthiest individuals. The latest ranking,...