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By|| Goodluck E. Adubazi || Abuja A Nigerian entrepreneur has formally launched My Car Importer, a technology-driven automotive logistics platform aimed at resolving long-standing operational and financial challenges facing car dealers in the country’s importation market. Speaking to News men at a cocktail event held at the Transcorp Hilton Abuja on Saturday, February 28, 2026, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Valentine Uzuegbu, said the new platform is designed to close communication gaps, improve transparency, and streamline the vehicle importation process from international auctions to final delivery in Nigeria. https://youtu.be/T2UeLGN3WwE?si=nCzDFt9BHCMA-e7Y On bridging a Costly Communication gap, Uzuegbu described the Nigerian vehicle…

By|| Goodluck E. Adubazi || Abuja The Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE) has honoured Engr. Chinonso Ani with two prestigious awards in recognition of his outstanding contributions to the development of the Society at both national and branch levels. At the NSE 2020 Conference held at the International Conference Centre, Engr. Ani received the highly coveted Young Engineers Award from the national body. The recognition came just months after he was presented with the Chairman’s Merit Award by the NSE Abuja Branch for his remarkable service and innovative impact. The Chairman’s Merit Award, a distinction reserved for individuals who demonstrate…

By Damilola Bakare Mrs. Bola first noticed it on a Thursday evening. Her son, Chidi, had always been the boy who kicked off his uniform before he got through the door. Every afternoon, the sound of his ball against the wall told her he was home, he was fine. But that Thursday, there was silence. He walked past her, head down, straight to his room. She thought: Maybe he is tired. Maybe small headache. She let it pass. But the silence didn’t stop. Over weeks, the boy who loved beans and plantain pushed his food around the plate. The boy…

.. Six-Month Oxford-Delivered Executive Course Targets High-Potential African Public Servants By|| Goodluck E. Adubazi ||Abuja The Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation has announced the opening of applications for the sixth cohort of its flagship AIG Public Leaders Programme (AIG PLP), a transformative executive education initiative aimed at strengthening public sector leadership across Africa. Delivered in partnership with the Blavatnik School of Government at the University of Oxford, the six-month programme equips high-potential public servants with the strategic insight, networks, and practical tools required to drive meaningful reform within African public institutions. Applications are open to qualified public servants from all English-speaking African countries…

… Osun Governorship Poll Moved to August 15, 2026 By|| Goodluck E. Adubazi || Abuja The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced a major revision of the timetable for the 2027 General Election, bringing forward the dates for both presidential and governorship polls following the enactment of the new Electoral Act, 2026. The electoral body disclosed that the Presidential and National Assembly Elections will now hold on Saturday, January 16, 2027, while the Governorship and State Houses of Assembly Elections are scheduled for Saturday, February 6, 2027. The elections were previously slated for February 20 and March 6, 2027,…

By|| Goodluck E.Adubazi || Abuja Nigeria’s major opposition political parties on Thursday issued a strong warning over what they described as an “anti-democratic” Electoral Act 2026, calling on Nigerians to unite in defense of the nation’s democracy. Speaking at a joint press conference held at the Transcorp Hilton Abuja, the National Chairman of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Ahmed, said opposition leaders had convened to resist what they termed a dangerous assault on democratic principles. https://youtu.be/o-u_HzUxU2k?si=bo16iYzCEG7UTJEW The opposition bloc accused the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC)-led National Assembly of rushing the Electoral Act 2026 through parliament, alleging that it…

By|| Goodluck E.Adubazi || Abuja Transcorp Hotels Plc has announced a strong financial performance for the 2025 fiscal year, recording significant growth in revenue, profit, assets, and shareholder returns despite a challenging operating environment. The hospitality giant posted a 38 percent increase in revenue, rising from ₦70 billion in 2024 to ₦97 billion in 2025. The impressive growth was driven by heightened service standards, exceptional demand for food and beverage offerings, and increased corporate and international Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) activity Profit before tax surged by 45 percent to ₦32.8 billion, underscoring improved operational efficiency and strong cost…

By|| Goodluck E.Adubazi || Abuja. African Heads of State and Government on February 14, 2026, formally launched the Africa Infrastructure Financing Facility (AIFF), a coordinated, Africa-led platform designed to accelerate the preparation and facilitation of financing for priority cross-border infrastructure projects aligned with Agenda 2063. The launch took place during the Third Presidential High-Level Dialogue of the Alliance of African Multilateral Financial Institutions (AAMFI), convened on the margins of the 39th African Union Summit under the theme: “Strengthening Africa’s Financial Architecture to Finance Agenda 2063.” Held under the patronage of H.E. John Dramani Mahama, President of the Republic of Ghana…

By|| Goodluck E.Adubazi || Abuja In a bold move to strengthen economic inclusion and social dignity for marginalized women, the Regy & Henry Amazing Grace Foundation (RHAGF) has unveiled a renewed empowerment initiative targeted at women living in slum communities, including sex workers, as part of activities marking this year’s International Women’s Day. Come March 8, 2026. For years, the foundation has remained at the forefront of promoting economic stability among Nigerian women through structured empowerment programs. Its latest outreach, themed “Give to Gain,” which coincided with this year’s international women’s day focuses on uplifting women in underserved slum areas through…

By|| Goodluck E. Adubazi || Abuja The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has announced that registration and submission of applications for Pre-Qualification under the Nigeria 2025 Licensing Round will officially close at 4:30 p.m. on Friday, February 27, 2026. In a public notice issued on Tuesday, the Commission stated that the deadline is in line with Section 11.2 of the Licensing Round Guidelines governing the exercise. The regulator urged all prospective applicants to strictly adhere to the stipulated submission requirements and ensure that all necessary documentation is completed and submitted within the prescribed timeline. The Nigeria 2025 Licensing Round…