Dangote Group has announced it will begin direct delivery of refined petroleum products nationwide starting August 15, 2025, using a new fleet of 4,000 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)-powered trucks. The initiative—backed by a staggering ₦720 billion investment—is poised to dramatically reduce fuel transportation costs, cut emissions, and improve supply reliability, especially in underserved areas. With…
Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni, 80, has confirmed his intention to seek a seventh term in the country’s upcoming January 2026 elections, stating that his candidacy is driven by the need to protect the “national interest” and uphold the ideology of his ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM). Museveni, who has ruled Uganda since 1986, is already…
One year after a deadly wave of youth-led protests gripped Kenya, the streets of Nairobi and other cities are once again flooded with defiant chants, mass demonstrations, and the determined spirit of a new generation. Branded the “Gen Z Revolt,” this movement has re-emerged with fresh urgency and a singular, powerful demand: “Ruto Must Go.”…
Africa is on track to end its dependence on fertiliser imports within just 40 months, according to Nigerian billionaire and industrialist Aliko Dangote. Speaking at the Afreximbank Annual Meeting in Abuja on Friday, Dangote outlined an ambitious expansion plan for his $2.5 billion fertiliser plant located outside Lagos. “In the next 40 months, Africa will…
In a landmark financial reform, the Nigerian government has announced plans to link citizens’ credit scores directly to their National Identification Numbers (NIN). The move, part of a broader initiative to centralize credit data and enforce financial accountability, is set to reshape the country’s lending and credit landscape. The announcement was made by Uzoma Nwagba,…
The Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN) has launched the Conditional Grant Scheme (CGS) to support micro and nano enterprises across the country. This government initiative offers financial grants aimed at strengthening small businesses, creating jobs, and boosting local economies at the grassroots level. What is the Conditional Grant Scheme (CGS)? The…
Uganda’s ruling party has confirmed that President Yoweri Museveni, who has led the East African nation for nearly 40 years, will run for re-election in the country’s upcoming general elections scheduled for early 2026. The announcement was made Tuesday by the National Resistance Movement (NRM), Museveni’s party, which stated on its official website that the…
The Federal Government of Nigeria has officially announced the launch of its 2025 recruitment exercise for four major agencies under the Ministry of Interior. This nationwide recruitment offers job opportunities across various ranks and fields in the following agencies: Interested applicants are advised to submit their applications exclusively through the official recruitment portal: https://recruitment.cdcfib.org. The…
A disturbing online scam is making waves in Nigeria. Fraudsters have created a fake website pretending to be the official portal for the National Poverty Eradication Programme (NAPEP). Using well-crafted advertisements and paid promotions, they are duping unsuspecting Nigerians into submitting sensitive personal and financial information. The bait? A fake NAPEP recruitment offer promising ₦100,000…
With digital lending booming in Nigeria, PoCash enters the scene promising secure, encrypted, and fast loan services — offering personal loans without collateral and repayment terms up to 12 months. But behind the sleek promises, what do actual users say about this app? In this detailed review, we break down the truth about PoCash’s loan…