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Nexford University, a Washington-based institution, has appointed Oghogho Inneh as its Country Director in Nigeria. Governor Godwin Obaseki congratulated Inneh on her well-deserved appointment, praising her diligence and commitment to excellence. This article explores Inneh's accomplishment and highlights her career as a management expert. It also discusses the significance of her appointment for Edo State and the promotion of education in Nigeria.
Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has urged his newly appointed Special Advisers to hold him accountable and question his actions whenever he goes astray. The Governor emphasized the importance of accountability and encouraged his Advisers to work closely with him to achieve the desired goals of his administration.
The Presidential Election Petition Court (PEPC) has affirmed the victory of Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu as President and Kashim Shettima as Vice President of Nigeria. Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, congratulated the ruling and urged all concerned citizens to accept the judgement. The court dismissed the cases of the opposition parties due to gaps in their petitions.
The Edo State government is set to tap into the vast untapped potential of solid minerals in the state. With abundant deposits of coal, lithium, and dolomite, the state can generate billions of dollars in revenue. To achieve this goal, the government has established new units in the Ministry of Mining and Energy. The commissioner for mining and energy, Hon. Enaholo Ojiefoh, shared these plans during an interactive session with the press. The government aims to create a comprehensive database of investments, opportunities, and stakeholders in the mining sector to facilitate the harnessing of these resources.
A lack of financing is hindering Africa's transition to a green and fair future. Despite being rich in natural resources and having great potential for renewable energy, the continent receives only 2% of global clean energy spending. The International Energy Agency (IEA) and the African Development Bank Group have called for a doubling of energy investment in Africa by 2030, with two-thirds of that going into the clean energy sector. It is essential to increase funding and create an investment environment that encourages private investors to participate in clean energy projects.
Anchor, a Nigerian banking-as-a-service (BaaS) provider, has secured $2.4 million in seed funding led by Goat Capital. The fintech offers APIs, dashboards, and tools to help developers embed banking solutions. Anchor aims to deliver personalized services and flexibility at a lower cost while addressing financial inclusion in Nigeria's rapidly changing digital banking landscape. With over 270 clients, the YC-backed firm has generated $550 million in annualized total transaction volume. It plans to improve compliance systems, invest in value-added products, and onboard more customers following the latest funding round.
The Minister of Women Affairs and Social Development, Hon. Mrs. Uju Kennedy Ohanenye, has made it clear that her top priorities while in office will be the protection of women and children, as well as empowering them to provide for their families. She plans to organize sensitization programs, set up mobile courts to try offenders, and promote the formation of cooperative societies to benefit from government initiatives.
9mobile, the Nigerian telecom giant, recently held a networking and business mentorship program at the University of Ilorin, where they emphasized the importance of building personal brands for future business and career growth. Students were given insights on personal branding, target audience identification, brand consistency, and the need to network and build relationships. The event also featured sessions on leveraging digital tools and expanding side hustles. Read on to learn more about the key takeaways from the event.
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has expressed dissatisfaction with the N85 billion contract for the provision of infrastructure for the Wasa Affordable Housing project in Abuja. The contract was initially awarded at N26 billion in 2014 but was later revised to N85 billion in 2018. Wike believes that the government should not spend such a large amount for infrastructure provision without benefiting from it.
Anambra State commemorated its 32nd anniversary with a message of progress and achievement. Dr. Johnny Metchie, a prominent figure in various associations and organizations, congratulated his home state on its evolution from the military era to a thriving democratic society. With a rich history of accomplished leaders, Anambra State is moving towards greater heights under the current administration of Professor Chukwuma Charles Soludo. The occasion offers an opportunity to celebrate the state's journey and commend its leaders and development efforts.
The Nigerian Solid Minerals Development Fund (SMDF) has vehemently denied allegations that it was involved in funding the 2015 elections and the African Cup of Nations. The Executive Secretary of SMDF, Hajiya Fatima Shinkafi, categorically stated that the reports were unfounded, clarifying that the fund had only been capitalized a year ago and did not possess the resources to support such ventures. The SMDF emphasized its commitment to its mandate and called for stakeholders in the sector to work together to achieve the goals set forth.
The Emir of Gwandu in Kebbi State, Maj.-Gen. Iliyasu Bashar (rtd), has called on the newly sworn-in commissioners in the state to work diligently and support the developmental goals of the new administration. Speaking during a visit by the commissioners to his Palace, the emir highlighted the importance of hard work, selflessness, dedication, and patriotism in contributing to the growth of the state. He also expressed confidence that the commissioners would not disappoint the people of Kebbi State and prayed for a successful tenure.
Independent oil and gas company, San Leon, is expanding its investment portfolio in Nigeria's oil and gas sector. The company has extended the long stop dates for proposed transactions with Midwestern Oil & Gas Company and its conditional investments in Energy Link Infrastructure (Malta) Limited. San Leon is also in discussions to secure a new loan facility and make further potential investments in ELI. The company remains committed to its strategic development and exploration plans in Nigeria.
Dr. David Oyedepo, Chancellor of Covenant University, called on Africans in the knowledge industry to wake up and develop learning modules aimed at shaping a new Africa. Speaking at the QS Africa Forum 2023, he emphasized the lack of capacity utilization of the continent's natural resources and urged professionals to find indigenous solutions through massive investment in education. This article explores the importance of intellectual innovation and sustainable education for Africa's development.
Nigeria's President Bola Tinubu is attending this year's G20 summit in India as his country considers joining the bloc of major world economies. Nigeria's membership is under consideration, and the government is weighing the benefits and risks. If Nigeria joins, it would be the second African country, after South Africa, to become part of the league of the most industrialized nations. The country aims to attract foreign direct investment to build infrastructure without taking on excessive debt.
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