The CEO of T2, Mr. Obafemi Banigbe, states that Africa’s biggest challenge is not a lack of talent but limited access to markets, opportunities, and scale. Banigbe made this statement while delivering the keynote speech at the Omniverse Africa Summit 3.0 in Lagos on Wednesday. The theme was: “Connected Future: Synergy for Impact.” According to him, Africa has consistently produced innovative solutions and entrepreneurial talent, but many innovators struggle to commercialize their ideas and expand beyond local markets. “The challenge in Africa is not due to a lack of talent. Many talented individuals simply lack access to markets and opportunities…
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Patrick-Agha Mba, Commissioner for Sports and Youth Development in Anambra, has banned cash payments for rent on stadium and sports facilities in the state. Mba issued this directive after leading a staff tour of sports facilities in the state on Wednesday. He explained that the tour aimed to assess the condition of sports facilities in Anambra with a view to upgrading them to meet standards for implementing the government’s grassroots sports policy. READ ALSO: LGAN president urges unity, mentorship in women’s golf “From now on, all legal tenants at our stadiums will no longer pay rent in cash; they should…
Female medical laboratory scientists have been urged to translate scientific findings into practical healthcare solutions that improve patient outcomes. Prof. Mary-Theresa Akpoveta-Niemogha of the College of Medicine, University of Lagos, gave this advice on Wednesday at the 9th Annual National Scientific Conference of the Association of Female Medical Laboratory Scientists of Nigeria (AFMLSN) in Lagos. The conference’s theme was: “Inflammations: Transiting Scientific Findings into Practical Applications and Solutions.” Prof. Akpoveta-Niemogha described inflammation as a common feature of many infectious and non-communicable diseases, often manifesting as pain and swelling in joints and vascular tissues. She highlighted that medical laboratory scientists occupy…
Gov. Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to restoring Nnewi’s status as the state’s leading industrial and commercial center through strategic urban renewal and development projects. Soludo made this pledge during an inspection tour of key public infrastructure and development sites in Nnewi on Wednesday. The governor said the visit aimed to identify infrastructure challenges, reclaim dormant public assets, and unlock the city’s economic potential. One of the major sites visited was the Nkwo Nnewi Triangle, where a shopping complex has remained uncompleted and unused for about 17 years. Soludo expressed concern over the prolonged abandonment of…
The Executive Director of the CHEN Teen and Youth Development Initiative, Dr. Olushola Oresanya, emphasized the importance of equipping young people with the knowledge and skills to succeed in the emerging artificial intelligence (AI) era. Oresanya made this statement at the 2026 Abuja Schools Debate Tournament and Seminar on Wednesday in Abuja. The event, themed “Powering Tomorrow: Are Africa’s Youth Ready to Lead and Compete in the Global AI Era?”, brought together students from public and private secondary schools, educators, government officials, and development partners. She noted that the annual debate tournament was created to provide a platform for young…
The Nasarawa State House of Assembly has passed the Public Health Security Framework Bill and the Nasarawa State Multi-Door Courthouse Bill into law. Speaker Dr. Danladi Jatau announced the passage during plenary in Lafia. “A bill to regulate the Public Health Security Framework for Nasarawa State and related matters has been read for the third time and passed,” Jatau stated. He said the bill would help create a safe environment for people and animals, among other benefits. The speaker directed the Clerk of the House to produce a clean copy of the bill for transmission to Gov. Abdullahi Sule for…
The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has begun implementing the Net Billing Regulations 2026 to promote renewable energy adoption. The commission announced this on its website in Abuja on Wednesday. It stated, “NERC hereby notifies electricity consumers, Electricity Distribution Companies (DisCos), renewable energy developers, commercial and industrial customers, and the public of the commencement of the Net Billing Regulations 2026.” According to NERC, these regulations establish a framework allowing eligible electricity customers (Prosumers) to generate electricity from renewable sources—primarily solar photovoltaic systems—for their own use and export surplus energy to the grid under a net billing arrangement. The objectives include…
The Raw Materials Research and Development Council (RMRDC) has called on investors to significantly invest in the rice value chain in Ebonyi. The Director-General of RMRDC, Prof. Nnanyelugo Ike-Muonso, made the appeal on Wednesday at an investors’ value chain development summit in Abakaliki. Ike-Muonso emphasized the potential of Ebonyi’s rice industry, stating that the council recognizes the need for substantial investment to meet both local and national demands. “We aim to create a conducive environment for investors within and outside Nigeria to tap into this opportunity. “Ebonyi has consistently contributed to Nigeria’s rice production, positively impacting the state’s and the…
The Minister of Solid Minerals, Dr. Dele Alake, has warned Nigerians against confronting, harassing, or blackmailing Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) Mining Marshals. Alake delivered this warning on Wednesday in Abuja during the inauguration of eight new gun trucks at the NSCDC Headquarters. He stated that anyone seeking to discredit or frustrate the efforts of the mining marshals in sanitizing the solid minerals sector would be considered a saboteur. He also noted that some mining marshals have faced challenges from individuals and institutions who, in his view, are direct beneficiaries of illegal mining activities. “Anyone, whether a uniformed…
The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has distributed 48 vein-finding devices and accessories to its 14 secondary health facilities managed by the Hospitals Management Board. Dr. Dolapo Fasawe, Mandate Secretary of the FCT Health Services and Environment Secretariat, announced this on Wednesday in Abuja, stating the devices would greatly enhance healthcare delivery in the territory. She explained that the equipment, described as “vital to healthcare,” was provided through the FCT Minister, Mr. Nyesom Wike. The advanced medical devices aim to improve patient care by increasing the accuracy and efficiency of venous access procedures. “Vein finders assist healthcare professionals in locating…