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Business · ThisDay ·Private Sector Credit Hits Record N94.6tn as Government Borrowing Climbs to N39.4tn
Nigeria’s private sector credit has reached a record N94.6 trillion, while government borrowing has climbed to N39.4 trillion. These figures highlight a surge in lending across the country, indicating increased financial engagement by both the state and private enterprises within the national economy.
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Education · ThisDay ·
GMYT Fashion Academy Records Milestone, Admits 21 Emerging Entrepreneurs
GMYT Fashion Academy has admitted twenty-one new entrepreneurs into its institution, marking a significant milestone for the organization. The move is designed to provide the students with specialized training and business development skills intended to support their professional growth within the Nigerian fashion and creative industries.
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Business · ThisDay ·
Nigeria: Growing Debt Burden and Fiscal Realities
Nigeria faces a significant increase in its national debt, creating a challenging environment for fiscal sustainability. The country's growing financial obligations require a careful assessment of its revenue generation and spending priorities to manage the economic impact of borrowing while maintaining essential public services and infrastructure development.
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Business · ThisDay ·
Sovereign Trust Insurance Completes Restructuring, N5bn Capital Issue
Sovereign Trust Insurance has successfully finalized its restructuring process and concluded a five billion Naira capital issue. This strategic move aims to strengthen the company’s capital base and enhance its operational efficiency within the Nigerian insurance sector following the completion of the regulatory and financial requirements.
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Business · ThisDay ·
Polaris Bank Backs NACCIMA Export Call Centre to Boost Non-oil Trade
Polaris Bank has partnered with the Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture to support its Export Call Centre. This collaboration aims to enhance non-oil trade operations in Nigeria by providing resources and guidance to exporters, thereby diversifying the country's economic revenue streams away from petroleum exports.
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Technology · Vanguard ·Experts advocate digital twins to tackle power, cost challenges in data centres
Industry experts are advocating for the implementation of digital twin technology to address significant power consumption and high operational costs in data centers. Utilizing these virtual replicas allows operators to optimize energy efficiency and manage resources more effectively, providing a technical solution to infrastructure challenges within the digital economy.
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Business · PM News ·
From Street Hustle To Social Commerce Star: HairbyHairboy’s Rise Captivates Nigerian Market
HairbyHairboy has evolved from a street-level enterprise into a prominent social commerce brand within the Nigerian hair and beauty industry. The brand's transition highlights the growing influence of digital platforms on local entrepreneurship. This shift illustrates a broader trend of traditional retailers leveraging social media to reach a wider consumer market in Nigeria.
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Sports · Vanguard ·Countdown to 2026 FIFA World Cup: Like 2002, Turkey young talents ready to take charge
Turkey's national football team is preparing for the 2026 FIFA World Cup by integrating a new generation of young athletes. This strategy mirrors the team's approach during the 2002 tournament, where they achieved significant success. The current squad aims to utilize these emerging talents to make a substantial impact in the upcoming global competition.
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Sports · Vanguard ·10 young players ready to take over 2026 FIFA World Cup
A selection of ten rising football talents has been identified as potential standout performers for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup. These young athletes are expected to play significant roles for their respective national teams as the global tournament approaches, representing the next generation of international football stars.
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Technology · Vanguard ·For MTN and Airtel, a good story on telecom display board, by Okoh Aihe
MTN and Airtel have maintained a strong presence in the Nigerian telecommunications sector through consistent market performance. Recent analysis indicates that these major service providers continue to dominate the industry landscape, reflecting positive developments and growth within the national mobile network and digital services space.
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Business · ThisDay ·
SABRE Awards: Redrick Public Relations Named Finalist in Two Categories
Redrick Public Relations has been named a finalist in two categories for the SABRE Awards, highlighting the firm's contributions to the communications sector. The awards recognize excellence in branding, reputation, and engagement. This achievement positions the Nigerian public relations firm among top global contenders for professional excellence in the industry.
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Sports · Vanguard ·‘Stop begging foreign-born players’ — Odemwingie fires warning to NFF
Former Super Eagles forward Peter Odemwingie has advised the Nigeria Football Federation to cease efforts to persuade foreign-born athletes to represent the national team. The former player recommended that the governing body prioritize talent that demonstrates an immediate desire to play for the country rather than pleading with dual-nationality individuals.
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Sports · Vanguard ·Countdown to FIFA World Cup: Can Haiti survive another group of death?
Haiti's national football team prepares for the upcoming FIFA World Cup while facing a challenging group stage alignment. Following their qualification, observers are analyzing the team's ability to navigate through high-ranking opponents in a difficult group, reflecting on their previous tournament experiences and international standing in global football competitions.
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Sports · Vanguard ·US hotel bookings lag far behind expectations ahead of World Cup
Hotel reservations in the United States for the upcoming World Cup have fallen significantly short of initial industry expectations. Current data indicates that the anticipated influx of international and domestic visitors has not materialized, raising concerns regarding hospitality revenue and logistics as the global football tournament draws near.
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Sports · Leadership News ·
NSC Inaugurates Nigeria Netball Federation Board, Granting Sport Official Recognition
The National Sports Commission has inaugurated the board of the Nigeria Netball Federation, officially recognizing netball as a formal sport in Nigeria. This development establishes a governing body to oversee the growth and administration of the game within the country's national sporting framework.
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Politics · Leadership News ·
Kano Senator Hanga Defects To NDC, Cites NNPP Crisis
Senator Hanga from Kano State has left the New Nigeria Peoples Party to join the National Democratic Coalition. The lawmaker cited the internal crisis within his former party as the primary reason for his defection. This transition marks a shift in the state's political landscape following persistent instability within the party.
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World · Vanguard ·Teen shooter kills two at Brazil school
A teenage gunman opened fire at a school in Brazil, leading to the deaths of two individuals. Local authorities responded to the scene of the shooting to secure the area and begin investigations into the event. This tragic incident in the South American nation has drawn significant attention to the issue of school safety.
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Politics · Leadership News ·
2027: Uzodimma Inaugurates RHA Coordinators In Ondo
Governor Hope Uzodimma has inaugurated coordinators for the RHA in Ondo State as part of early preparations for the 2027 general elections. The exercise signifies a strategic effort to organize political structures and mobilize support within the region ahead of the upcoming national electoral cycle.
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Politics · Leadership News ·
ACF Crisis Deepens As Police Seal Headquarters
The Nigerian police have shut down the Arewa Consultative Forum headquarters following an escalation of internal leadership conflicts within the socio-political organization. This move aims to prevent potential breakdowns of law and order as the crisis deepens, effectively restricting access to the facility while stakeholders attempt to resolve the ongoing disputes.
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Sports · Vanguard ·NFL star Diggs cleared of assaulting personal chef
NFL star Diggs has been cleared of allegations involving the assault of his personal chef. Following a review of the incident, the professional football player was exonerated of the charges previously leveled against him. The resolution marks the conclusion of the legal matter concerning the athlete and his former staff member.
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