Dangote sets rollout date for fuel deliveries after acquiring 4,000 CNG trucks

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 … Read more

Uganda’s President Museveni, 80, Seeks Seventh Term – Citing ‘National Interest’ as Motivation

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 … Read more

Dangote: Africa Will Be Fertiliser Self-Sufficient in 40 Months

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 … Read more

Nigeria to Link Credit Scores to National ID in Major Financial Overhaul

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, … Read more

How to Apply for SMEDAN’s Conditional Grant Scheme (CGS) for Micro Enterprises in Nigeria

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 … Read more

80-year-old Uganda’s President Museveni to Seek Re-election in 2026, Extending Four Decades in Power

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 … Read more

2025 Ministry of Interior Recruitment: How to Apply for Civil Defence, Immigration, Correctional and Fire Service Jobs

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 … Read more

Beware: Fake NAPEP Recruitment Website Scams Nigerians with NIN Verification Fee Fraud

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 … Read more