Economy/Business
IMF Projects 4.5% growth for Sub-Saharan Africa in 2026, 2027
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has projected that Sub-Saharan Africa’s economy will grow by 4.5 per cent in both 2026 and 2027.
Author: Afonne Emmanuel
Features
Hand washing: How Ibadan families, schools sustain life-saving habits
For Mrs Nikky Akah, a provision vendor popularly known as Mama Chichi at Bodija Market in Ibadan, washing hands with soap is a luxury the market does not offer.
Sports
NSC seeks stronger collaboration with FG-owned media organisations
The National Sports Commission (NSC) has called for stronger collaboration with four Federal Government-owned media organisations to promote sports development and expand the sector’s economic opportunities.
Sports
FG to renovate, regrass Moshood Abiola Stadium, install cover
The Federal Government is taking steps to upgrade the Moshood Abiola National Stadium to enhance its suitability for sporting events and other activities.
Sports
NSC targets N1trn sports infrastructure fund
The National Sports Commission (NSC) is working towards mobilising a N1 trillion infrastructure fund to accelerate sports development, rehabilitate facilities and attract private sector investment into the Nigerian sports economy.
Economy/Business
New master plan to grow capital market to N750trn — SEC
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) says the new Nigeria Capital Market Master Plan (NCMMP) 2.0 targets growth of the market from N250 trillion to N750 trillion.
Health
High cost of dental care limits access to treatment in Nigeria — Dentist
Dr Ridwan Kekere-Ekun, Deputy Medical Director, General Hospital, Apapa, says high costs of dental materials, equipment and hospital operations limit Nigerians’ access to timely dental care.
Politics
Nnaji not in governorship race to secure immunity – Support Group
The G27 support group for Chief Uche Nnaji governorship ambition has dismissed suggestions that his participation in the 2027 Enugu governorship election is aimed at securing constitutional immunity to frustrate his ongoing court case.
General News
CBN seeks media collaboration with NAN for credible news content
The Christian Broadcasting Network (CBN) has sought media collaboration with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) to access timely, accurate and credible news content about Nigeria for its television channel, Flame TV.
Sports
Ex-FCTA spokesman urges FIFA to introduce Over-40 World Cup
Former Spokesman of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), Nosike Ogbuenyi, has urged the World Football Governing body (FIFA) to introduce an Over-40 World Cup for retired football stars.