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Debt, taxes, repression fuelling youth protests in Kenya, activists warn

Nigeria, Aug. 29 -- Kenya's rising debt, higher taxes and worsening economic conditions are fuelling frustrations among young people, while the government's response is shrinking the space for citizen... Read More


FG extradites two Nigerians to US over alleged sextortion of teenagers

Nigeria, Aug. 29 -- The Nigerian government has extradited two Nigerians to the United States to face prosecution over alleged online sexual exploitation and sextortion of two American teenagers who l... Read More


MTN Nigeria's independent director, Kola-Oyeneyin, to exit board

Nigeria, Aug. 29 -- MTN Nigeria Communications Plc has announced the exit of Eyitope Kola-Oyeneyin, an Independent Non-Executive Director on its board. MTN Nigeria disclosed this in a statement relea... Read More


Nigeria seeks investment in oil and gas sector at China energy exhibition

Nigeria, Aug. 29 -- A Nigerian delegation is heading to China next month as part of the country's push for investment in its oil and gas sector. The delegation's destination is the China Dongying Int... Read More


Family announces funeral arrangements for late journalist Dotun Oladipo

Nigeria, Aug. 29 -- The family of veteran journalist and publisher of The Eagle Online, Dotun Oladipo, has announced 10 and 11 September for his funeral rites. Mr Oladipo died on Tuesday in Lagos at ... Read More


Heavy gunshots, explosions in Niger capital

Nigeria, Aug. 29 -- Sustained gunshots and heavy explosions have been reported in some parts of Niamey, the capital of Niger Republic. The incident, according to Reuters, occurred early Saturday, mak... Read More


Africa spends $90bn yearly servicing debt, pays $75bn risk premium - Kenya govt

Nigeria, Aug. 29 -- African countries spend about $90 billion every year servicing debt and pay another $75 billion in additional interest because of the high risk premium attached to borrowing, Kenya... Read More


PT Health Watch: Frequent heartburn may signal more serious condition, expert warns

Nigeria, Aug. 29 -- Heartburn, a burning sensation in the chest caused by stomach acid flowing back into the oesophagus, is a common digestive complaint. It occurs when stomach contents move backward... Read More


2027: PDP names Niger governorship candidate

Nigeria, Aug. 29 -- The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Niger State has adopted Mohammed Nami as its candidate for the 2027 governorship election. The development followed the decision of other asp... Read More


Nigeria's sovereign cloud: Beyond data control to digital independence, By Fom Gyem

Nigeria, Aug. 29 -- Nigeria's digital economy is usually measured by the growth of fintech companies, expanding broadband connectivity, rising internet penetration, and the increasing number of citize... Read More