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Nigerians imported $518m vehicles from US – Report
Punch
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August 23, 2025
Nigeria imported $518m worth of motor vehicles and parts from the United States between January and June 2025, according to official figures released by the US Census Bureau and the Bureau of Economic Analysis. The data showed that passenger cars...
Nigeria’s drive to a global agricultural powerhouse
Blueprint Newspapers Limited
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August 22, 2025
The outgoing President of the African Development Bank (AfDB), Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, recently identified what could be considered as the prerequisites or conditionalities for Nigeria to transform into a global agricultural powerhouse. To attain...
African Swine Fever confirmed in Idukki; district administration imposes control measures
Onmanorama
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August 23, 2025
Thodupuzha: African Swine Fever has been confirmed in Kanjikuzhy panchayat of Idukki district. Several pigs died showing symptoms of the disease in farms located in Ward 1 of the panchayat. Following confirmation, the District Collector has issued...
Nigeria wins 2025 Onga jollof battle, crowned West Africa’s jollof champion
CNR Citi Newsroom
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August 23, 2025
Nigeria has been declared the winner of the 2025 Onga Jollof Battle – West African Edition, settling the long-running debate over which country makes the best Jollof rice. The competition, organised by Onga Ghana, a brand under Promasidor Ghana...
Inside Nigeria’s booming tech market for stolen, refurbished iPhones
Punch
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August 23, 2025
Every day, stolen devices smuggled out of Europe find their way into Nigeria’s bustling smartphone stores and sprawling tech markets, where they are repackaged to look brand new and resold at premium prices, making it a thriving trade that...
Global terrorism and peace in spotlight at India Day event in South Africa
ABP Live
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August 23, 2025
Johannesburg, Aug 23 (PTI): India’s determined fight to tackle global terrorism, alongside calls for peace, were under the spotlight as the India Club hosted its 16th annual India Day in Johannesburg on Saturday. India Club is an association of...
DOWNLOAD: Tech4Dev unveils report on Nigeria’s creative economy value chain
The Cable
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August 23, 2025
Technology for Social Change and Development Initiative Tech4Dev has released a comprehensive report on the economic value and growth potential of Nigeria’s creative industry. The 150-page document, tagged ‘State of Creative Innovation Ecosystem...
Murkomen: Security tightened to curb coffee, avocado theft in Mt Kenya
Star
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Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen on August 12, 2025/MINAThe government has heightened surveillance in Mt. Kenya to curb rising cases of theft of farm produce, particularly coffee, following the crop’s return to profitability. Interior...
Kisarazu: What Makes Nigerians’ Japanese Hometown Stand Out
New Telegraph
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August 23, 2025
The government of Japan has officially designated Kisarazu City in Chiba Prefecture as the hometown for Nigerians in the country, unveiling the decision at the ninth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD). The historic move...
Why 1win is becoming a top choice for African players
All Nigeria Soccer
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August 23, 2025
The rise of online gaming across Africa has created a competitive space where only a few platforms truly stand out. Among them, 1win has managed to carve a strong position by offering a blend of entertainment, accessibility, and localized...
Dangote remains Africa’s richest man – Forbes
Blueprint Newspapers Limited
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August 23, 2025
Aliko Dangote has once again cemented his place as Africa’s wealthiest man, topping Forbes’ Real-Time Billionaires List with a net worth of $24.4 billion and ranking 88th globally. The latest ranking, released on Saturday, underscores Dangote’s...
Morocco’s Competition Council probes drug prices and poultry feed practices
Hespress
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August 23, 2025
Morocco’s Competition Council is intensifying investigations into sensitive sectors of the economy, focusing on potential breaches of fair competition rules in pharmaceuticals and poultry feed, according to sources familiar with the matter. The...
Consumers fault poultry farmers over reported slash in egg prices
Punch
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August 23, 2025
Residents across Lagos State have dismissed claims by the Poultry Association of Nigeria (PAN) that egg prices have been slashed, saying the commodity remains expensive in local markets. PAN recently announced a 10 per cent reduction in the farm...
Best Hat Designs to Match African-Inspired Outfits
Programming Insider
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August 23, 2025
Fashion inspired by Africa is more than an fad It’s an exciting celebration of tradition, culture and innovation. From striking patterns to intricate embroidery These outfits are a reflection of the richness of African customs. What really...
Alliance for Youth Reaches 25,000 Young Nigerians
This Day
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August 23, 2025
The Alliance for Youth Nigeria is celebrating four years of impact, marking the transformation of over 25,000 young Nigerians who are now gainfully employed through skills development, entrepreneurship support, and other employment opportunities....
Where were the cheapest places to fill up on midgrade gas in cities in Alger County in week ending Aug. 16?
UP Gazette - Michigan
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August 23, 2025
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Allison Clements | www.ferc.govFederal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Allison Clements | www.ferc.gov There were two gas stations in cities across Alger County selling...
2 gas stations in cities throughout Alger County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending Aug. 16
UP Gazette - Michigan
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August 23, 2025
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Allison Clements | www.ferc.govFederal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Allison Clements | www.ferc.gov There were two gas stations in cities across Alger County selling...
Premier Bank introduces Premier Connect and Premier Tap in Kenya
Kenya Broadcasting Corporation
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August 23, 2025
Premier Bank has introduced two groundbreaking innovations aimed at redefining Kenya’s financial services: Premier Connect, a Shari’ah-compliant, omni-channel digital banking platform, and Premier Tap, a next-generation wearable payments solution...
Prateek Suri: Secret behind power, prestige of richest Indian in Africa
The Standard
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In the heart of Lagos, Nigeria, nestled between emerald golf courses and opulent villas, man whose rags-to-riches journey has become legend across the continent. Prateek Suri, once a struggling entrepreneur with unsold electronics stock in India,...
Nigeria’s 1.6 million container trade far less than it’s ports potential – Logistics expert
Nairametrics
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August 23, 2025
Nigeria’s ports handle only 1.6 million containers annually, a figure far below the country’s trade potential when compared to peers like Indonesia, according to logistics expert, Mohammed Akoojee. The CEO of DP World Sub-Saharan Africa, says...