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PRESS RELEASE

May 16, 2024

Nigeria begs world for $306 million for food assistance, clean water, healthcare

The appeal, the lean season food security and nutrition crisis multisector plan, is targeting 2.8 million of these people for urgent interventions.

VAGRANT NORTHERN CHILDREN
May 16, 2024

Nigeria relaunches licensing round, reveals 2024 investment prospects

The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission outlined available licensing opportunities at the IAE forum, organized by Energy Capital & Power, in Paris on Wednesday

Oil facility
May 16, 2024

African women facing widespread discrimination in family laws: Equality Now

The impacts of discriminatory family laws can be profound, putting women and girls at greater risk of sexual and gender-based violence

African women
May 16, 2024

#MakeWeHalla movement won’t make domestic violence thrive in Nigeria: Charles Inojie

“I have seen one who, till today, lost one eye to domestic violence.’

May 16, 2024

Crypto: American brothers arrested for stealing $25 million in 12 seconds

If convicted, Anton Peraire-Bueno and James Pepaire-Bueno each face a maximum penalty of 20 years in prison for each count.

Bitcoin
May 15, 2024

itel launches new smartphone RS4 in collaboration with Free Fire, offering ultimate gaming entertainment

itel has teamed up with Free Fire, the best survival Battle Royale on mobile by Garena, to deliver an unmatched gaming experience for users.

RS4 smartphone
May 15, 2024

Nigerian scammer jailed in U.S. for multimillion-dollar wire fraud

Uzor helped steal approximately $1.1 million from the victim businesses and individuals and unsuccessfully attempted to steal another $400,000. 

U.S. PRISON
May 14, 2024

Flutterwave earns prestigious spot on CNBC’s 2024 disruptor 50 list

“Our aim is to continue excelling in every aspect, from product innovation to enhancing customer experiences,” said Mr Agboola.

Flutterwave earns prestigious spot on CNBC's 2024 disruptor 50 list
May 13, 2024

President Al-Sisi’s crackdown on Egyptians protesting starvation, economic hardship condemnable: Amnesty International

Security forces also dispersed a demonstration in March, where protesters blamed President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi for “starving” the poor, and arrested protesters.

PROTESTING EGYPTIANS
May 12, 2024

Nigeria, other African countries’ tax incentives contribute to $22 billion loss: AU

Currently, Africa loses around $89 billion annually to illicit financial flows, equating to 3.7% of its gross domestic product, while tax incentives contribute to a further $220 billion loss.