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Nairaland Pulse | News
23 сент., 16:54
🇳🇬 South Korea Funds $12m Entrepreneurship Hub in AbujaPresident Bola Tinubu has welcomed the construction of the $12 million Abuja Centre for Entrepreneurship (ACE), saying it will strengthen Nigeria's MSME ecosystem and create jobs.The facility, funded by South Korea through the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA), is being built at the SMEDAN Industrial Development Centre in Idu, Abuja. It is expected to support 500 entrepreneurs, 400 start-ups, and 1,500 micro, small and medium enterprises.Tinubu said the government would continue to expand conditions that allow small businesses to grow and compete.Source
Nairaland Pulse | News
23 сент., 12:45
🇳🇬 Collapsed water tank kills six in Enugu communityAn overhead water tank fell and killed a family of five and their grandmother in Nenwenta, Enugu State, after heavy rainfall triggered a landslide in the area.The collapse occurred following torrential rain, with a landslide also cutting off the community. All six victims — five family members and a grandmother — died at the scene.No further details on rescue operations or government response were available in the initial report.Source
Nairaland Pulse | News
23 сент., 08:18
🏥 Nigeria Records 1,086 Lassa Fever Cases, 259 Deaths in 2026Nigeria's Lassa fever outbreak has reached 1,086 confirmed cases and 259 deaths across 24 states and 118 local government areas this year, the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) reported on Tuesday.The figures, drawn from the NCDC's Lassa Fever Situation Report for epidemiological week 36, reflect a case fatality rate (CFR) of approximately 24%. Week 35 alone recorded 18 new confirmed cases, with deaths at that point standing at 258.Lassa fever is an endemic viral haemorrhagic illness in Nigeria that resurges annually, with the NCDC tracking it weekly through its national surveillance system.Source
Nairaland Pulse | News
22 сент., 15:45
🇳🇬 AI Platform Targets Nigeria's Maternal DeathsThe Gates Foundation and MTN have launched a four-year, $25 million partnership to deploy an AI-powered maternal health platform in Nigeria, aiming to reach 500,000 women by 2030.The initiative combines AI health tools with mobile phone access and connectivity to reduce preventable maternal deaths. Nigeria accounts for roughly 30% of global maternal deaths, making it a central focus of the programme.The platform is designed to extend health information and support to women in areas where clinical access is limited, using mobile networks as the primary delivery channel.Source
Nairaland Pulse | News
22 сент., 12:00
🇳🇬 Noma disease devastating children in northern NigeriaNoma, a rapidly progressing and often fatal facial infection, continues to affect young children in northern Nigeria, particularly those aged 2 to 6 living in impoverished communities.The disease begins as gum inflammation in malnourished children exposed to polluted environments, then rapidly spreads to destroy soft tissues and bone. It disproportionately strikes the poorest communities, where malnutrition and poor sanitation create conditions for the infection to take hold.Noma is classified as a neglected disease, meaning it receives limited global health attention and resources despite its severity and the scale of suffering it causes among vulnerable children.Source
Nairaland Pulse | News
22 сент., 08:18
📊 Nigerian Stocks Hit Record High on FTSE ReclassificationNigeria's All-Share Index reached an all-time high of 250,156.80 points on Monday, with year-to-date returns climbing to 60.76% following a 0.14% daily gain.Total equities market capitalisation rose to a record N162.39 trillion. The milestone follows FTSE Russell's reclassification of the Nigerian market, which has driven renewed investor interest in local equities.SourceNairaland Pulse | News
21 сент., 15:18
🇳🇬 NSIA Launches $300m Renewable Energy FundNigeria's Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA), alongside Africa50 and Sustainable Energy for All (SEforALL), has commercially launched the $300 million Nigeria Distributed Renewable Energy (DRE) Fund, announced on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly.The fund targets private-sector investment in mini-grids and standalone solar systems, with the aim of expanding electricity access to underserved communities and businesses across Nigeria.Backers position the DRE Fund as a replicable model for scaling distributed renewable energy investment across Africa.SourceNairaland Pulse | News
21 сент., 09:54
🇳🇬 Dangote on his refinery's mission for Nigeria and AfricaAliko Dangote, Africa's wealthiest person, says his Lagos-based refinery is designed to reduce Nigeria's and Africa's dependence on imported refined petroleum products, making the continent more self-sufficient.Dangote has framed the project as both a commercial venture and a broader development mission, aiming to keep more value within Africa rather than exporting crude oil and reimporting refined fuel at higher cost.The Dangote Refinery, located in Lagos, is among the world's largest single-train refineries and has been positioned as a potential turning point for Nigeria's downstream energy sector.SourceNairaland Pulse | News
20 сент., 19:00
🪖 Troops capture commanders linked to killing of Maj Gen RabeNigerian military forces under Operation FANSAN YAMMA, working alongside local vigilantes, have captured suspected commanders of a terrorist group allegedly linked to the kidnapping and killing of retired Major General Abubakar Rabe in Katsina State.The operation was conducted on Sunday, September 20, in Katsina. The suspects are accused of involvement in the abduction and death of the retired general, though their legal status remains that of suspects pending formal proceedings.Operation FANSAN YAMMA is the military's ongoing security campaign in the North-West region, where armed banditry and terrorist activity have posed persistent threats to civilian and military personnel alike.SourceNairaland Pulse | News
20 сент., 15:00
🏛 Governors accused of intimidation ahead of 2027 pollsGovernors, commissioners and party officials across Nigeria are using threats, blockades and coercive rhetoric against opposition figures and voters ahead of the 2027 general elections, according to election observers cited in a new report.Observers warn the conduct risks producing a higher degree of political violence than was recorded during the Osun governorship election. Specific concerns centre on the use of state resources and official positions to pressure opponents and restrict political activity.Nigeria's 2027 general elections are expected to be among the most contested in recent years, with tensions already visible at the state level well ahead of the formal campaign period.Source
Nairaland Pulse | News
20 сент., 09:36
🏛 Wike and APC governors clash over Rainbow Coalition ahead of 2027Tensions between FCT Minister Nyesom Wike and the APC Governors' Forum are escalating as 2027 election campaigns intensify, with a dispute over the so-called Rainbow Coalition at the centre of the rift.The Convener of the Igbo Union, Elias Odoemena, sided with Wike, accusing the Progressive Governors' Forum of ingratitude — noting the same governors benefited from Wike's support when he helped the APC retain the presidency in 2023.The widening divide poses a test for President Bola Tinubu, who must manage the fallout without disrupting the party's state-level structures. Analysts note Wike will be harder to rein in than other presidential appointees, given his reputation for political obstinacy and independence.Source
Nairaland Pulse | News
19 сент., 18:54
🇳🇬 Atiku Demands Probe Into 37 Miners' Deaths in NSCDC CustodyFormer Vice President Atiku Abubakar has called for an independent investigation into the deaths of 37 suspected illegal miners who died while in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps in Niger State.In a statement issued through his spokesperson, Atiku named President Bola Tinubu, Minister of Solid Minerals Development Dele Alake, and Minister of Interior Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo as officials who must provide answers to Nigerians over the incident.The deaths occurred following an operation targeting illegal mining activity. Atiku described the government as owing citizens a full explanation and demanded that those responsible be held accountable.Source
Nairaland Pulse | News
19 сент., 14:27
💼 Dangote Refinery Lines Up Advisers for N2.15trn IPODangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals has assembled a broad team of Nigeria's leading investment banks, law firms, and accountants to execute its planned N2.15 trillion initial public offering — potentially one of the largest public offers ever conducted in Africa.The IPO has drawn top-tier professional advisers across multiple disciplines, reflecting the scale and complexity of the transaction as the refinery moves toward a public listing on the Nigerian Exchange.The offering would mark a significant milestone for Nigeria's capital markets, with the Dangote refinery — Africa's largest single-train refinery — transitioning from a privately held asset to a publicly traded entity.SourceNairaland Pulse | News
19 сент., 12:58
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Nairaland Pulse | News
19 сент., 09:27
🛡 APC chieftain killed in Nsukka residencePrince Ikechukwu Oloto, a prominent APC politician in Enugu State, was found dead in his Odenigbo, Nsukka home on Thursday, September 17, 2026, after an apparent machete attack.Police spokesperson SP Daniel Ndukwe confirmed that officers responded at about 5:45 p.m. and found Oloto, aged approximately 53, with deep machete cuts to his head and stomach. He was rushed to hospital but was confirmed dead by a doctor. His remains have been deposited at a mortuary for autopsy.The Enugu State Police Command says an investigation is ongoing and a manhunt has been launched for the assailants. No arrests have been announced.SourceNairaland Pulse | News
18 сент., 18:45
🇳🇬 Niger State Imposes Curfew After 37 Miners Die in NSCDC CustodyNiger State Governor Mohammed Umar Bago imposed a 24-hour curfew across the state on Friday following protests over the deaths of 37 suspected illegal miners who died while in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC).Bago announced the restriction at a press conference, with the curfew taking effect immediately after Friday's Juma'at prayers. The deaths triggered public unrest, prompting the government to act to restore order.No further details on the cause of the detainees' deaths or the circumstances of their custody were provided in the available accounts.SourceNairaland Pulse | News
18 сент., 14:18
🇳🇬 Kidnappers Withdraw N7m, Steal Victim's SUVNigerian police have detailed how kidnappers abducted a victim, withdrew ₦7 million from his bank account, and fled with his SUV before releasing him.The case highlights a growing pattern of financially motivated kidnappings targeting civil servants, business owners, politicians, and students across the country.No further details on suspects, arrests, or the victim's identity were provided in the available information.SourceNairaland Pulse | News
18 сент., 09:18
⚖️ Nigeria Probes 37 Deaths in Custody of Mining SuspectsAt least 37 people arrested on suspicion of illegal mining were found dead in Nigerian security custody, with police launching an investigation into the deaths.Authorities attributed the deaths to a disease outbreak, but the official account is disputed by intelligence reports, relatives of the deceased, and at least one survivor, who suggested the victims suffocated.The case raises serious questions about detention conditions in Nigeria's security facilities. Illegal mining has been a persistent issue across several Nigerian states, prompting periodic crackdowns by security forces.Source
Nairaland Pulse | News
17 сент., 18:45
🇳🇬 Witness Describes Beheadings in Orire Kidnap TrialA protected witness, identified only as "AAA," testified Thursday before the Federal High Court in Abuja, recounting 56 days of captivity following the abduction of 49 students and teachers from schools in Orire Local Government Area, Oyo State.The witness, testifying for the Department of State Services, described how kidnappers beheaded two teachers in front of the captives and subjected the group to dehumanising conditions throughout their ordeal.The case is being heard in Abuja's Federal High Court, with the DSS presenting witness testimony as part of proceedings against those accused in connection with the mass abduction.SourceNairaland Pulse | News
17 сент., 13:45
🇳🇬 Ondo Poisoning Toll Rises to 49 Dead, 170 AffectedAt least 49 people have died and 170 others are affected after consuming a suspected contaminated alcoholic substance in Ondo State, with the poisoning linked to a local drink believed to contain methanol.State Commissioner for Health Banji Ajaka confirmed the figures Wednesday, noting eight deaths were recorded in Irele Local Government Area alone. The outbreak has spread across three local government areas, including communities in Araromi. Authorities have deployed response teams for surveillance, case management, and contact tracing.Investigators have not yet established whether the poisoning originated from a single source or multiple sources. The state government says it remains committed to identifying the cause and preventing further deaths.Source
