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MAX Begins Electric Vehicle Rollout in Ibadan, Expands Clean Mobility Push

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  Africa’s leading electric mobility company, MAX, has announced the first phase of its electric vehicle (EV) deployment in Ibadan, marking the city’s first large-scale introduction of electric mobility within its public transportation ecosystem. The move represents a significant milestone in MAX’s broader strategy to transform transportation across Africa through cleaner, more affordable, and technology-driven […]

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Nigeria’s average petrol price rises to N1,532.93/litre in April 2026 — NBS

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  Nigeria’s inflationary pressure on transport fuels intensified further in April 2026 as the average retail price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, surged to N1,532.93 per litre nationwide. This was disclosed in the latest Premium Motor Spirit (Petrol) Price Watch report released by the National Bureau of Statistics. According to the

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UNCTAD: Global renewable energy transition will require over $1 trillion yearly by 2030

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  The United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) has said the global transition to renewable energy will require more than $1 trillion in annual investments by 2030, warning that developing economies may struggle to meet climate and energy targets without stronger foreign direct investment inflows and wider access to clean technologies. The disclosure

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Aviation expert says Nigeria’s reforms improving investor confidence but leasing activity still limited

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  For the past two to three years, Nigeria’s aviation sector has recorded several regulatory milestones, including exiting the Aviation Working Group (AWG) watchlist and achieving a 75.5% compliance score on the Cape Town Convention (CTC) Index, reflecting improved alignment with global aircraft leasing standards. These gains have been driven by reforms to key legal

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China’s Solar Panel Exports to Africa Jump 83% as Renewable Energy Demand Surges

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  China’s exports of solar cells and panels to Africa surged sharply in April 2026, rising 83% year-on-year, as global demand for renewable energy continued to accelerate. According to China customs data reported by Reuters, shipments to African countries reached 123,787 metric tons in April 2026, up from 67,552 tons in April 2025, underscoring the

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Nigeria Launches AI Platform ‘GovGuideNigeria’ to Simplify Access to Government Services

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  The Federal Government has launched an artificial intelligence-powered platform, GovGuideNigeria, designed to simplify how Nigerians access government information and public services across ministries and agencies. The initiative was announced on Thursday by the Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani, who said the platform forms part of broader efforts to enhance public

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FCCPC seals two Abuja real estate firms over alleged consumer refund, property disputes

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  Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission has sealed off two additional real estate companies over alleged failure to comply with regulatory directives tied to consumer complaints involving refunds and undelivered properties. The enforcement action, carried out with security operatives, targeted Ochacho Group Worldwide and Ti-Bilon following what the Commission described as repeated non-compliance with

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NUC Says 24,000 Nigerians to Benefit From New $65m World Bank SPESSE Funding

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  The National Universities Commission (NUC) has announced that at least 24,000 Nigerians will benefit from a fresh $65 million financing phase under the World Bank-backed Sustainable Procurement, Environmental and Social Standards Enhancement project. The signing of performance contracts for the new funding phase took place in Abuja on Wednesday during a formal ceremony attended

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NACCIMA Summit Calls for Urgent Reforms to Close Nigeria’s Skills Gap

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  Stakeholders at the Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Summit have called for urgent reforms to address Nigeria’s widening skills gap, warning that the mismatch between workforce capabilities and industry needs could hinder the country’s ambition of building a $1 trillion economy. Participants

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Stakeholders Demand Hannatu Musawa’s Measurable Impact, Tangible Achievements

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  Hannatu Musawa assumed office as Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy with high expectations and a mandate to drive growth across sectors critical to national identity and revenue generation. Early signs of her tenure were marked by ambitious policy signals, international engagements, and announced partnerships that suggested momentum. However, months into

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