Author : NigGal

Cross River Launches $538 Million Agro-Industrial Hub to Drive Food Security and Rural Jobs

NigGalApril 15, 2025April 15, 2025

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Calabar — Cross River State took a bold step toward agricultural transformation on Thursday as Vice President Kashim Shettima and African Development Bank (AfDB) President...

The Central Bank of Nigeria reports a balance of payments surplus of $6.83 billion for the year 2024

NigGalApril 11, 2025April 11, 2025

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The recent report from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) highlights a significant turnaround in Nigeria’s balance of payments (BOP) for 2024, with a surplus...

Nigerian Stars Shine Bright at 2025 Africa Arts Entertainment Awards

NigGalApril 11, 2025April 11, 2025

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Lagos — Nigerian artists swept the board at the 2025 Africa Arts Entertainment Awards (AAEA), claiming top honours across multiple categories and underscoring the country’s...

Afreximbank Channels $50 Billion into Nigeria Over Ten Years, Unveils New Trade Hub in Abuja.

NigGalApril 11, 2025April 11, 2025

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Abuja – Afreximbank has poured a staggering $50 billion into Nigeria over the past decade, targeting vital industries from energy and manufacturing to healthcare, transport, and...

Finance National

CBN Reports $6.83 Billion Balance of Payments Surplus for 2024

NigGalApril 11, 2025April 11, 2025

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The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) announced today that the country posted a Balance of Payments (BOP) surplus of $6.83 billion for the 2024 financial year—a...

Top LASU Graduate Awarded ₦10M as Governor Sanwo-Olu Celebrates Academic Excellence.

NigGalApril 11, 2025April 11, 2025

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Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has announced a ₦10 million cash award for Miss Isioma Sybil Nwosu, who graduated top of her class at Lagos State...

Appointments ICT

Meet Kunle Olukotun: The British-born Nigerian Behind the First Multi-Core CPU

NigGalApril 9, 2025April 9, 2025

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Dr. Kunle Olukotun isn’t just a name in computer science circles—he’s a pioneer who helped reshape modern computing. Known today as the “father of the...

From Roadside Mechanic to Chess Champion: The Remarkable Journey of Jamiu, Guided by Tunde Onakoya

NigGalApril 9, 2025April 11, 2025

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How I Transformed a Roadside Mechanic into a World-Class Chess Champion says Tunde Onakoya Tunde Onakoya, a Nigerian chess champion, has shared an emotional and...

FG Receive WAPIS Platform and Infrastructure from European Union

NigGalApril 8, 2025April 8, 2025

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FG RECEIVES WAPIS PLATFORM AND INFRASTRUCTURE FROM EUROPEAN UNION The Federal Government through the Ministry of Police Affairs has formally received the West African Police...

Tech Innovator Empowers Nigerian Youth with Free Blockchain & Web3 Training

NigGalApril 8, 2025April 8, 2025

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In a bold move to unlock digital opportunities for young Nigerians, renowned tech innovator Hanu Fejiro has launched a free, hands-on training program in cryptocurrency,...

Meet Kunle Olukotun The Mind Behind the Multi-Core Processor You Use Every Day.

NigGalApril 8, 2025April 8, 2025

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In the world of computer engineering, where breakthroughs often build incrementally, certain figures stand out for fundamentally shifting the landscape. Dr. Kunle Olukotun, a British-born...

Nigeria’s CNG Initiative Draws $491 Million Investment, Creates Over 84,000 Jobs Amidst Infrastructure Push.

NigGalApril 8, 2025April 8, 2025

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Significant private investment and substantial job creation have marked the first year of Nigeria’s accelerated push towards Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) vehicles, according to the...

Sweden Opens Trade Office in Nigeria as Royal Visit Cements Closer Ties.

NigGalApril 8, 2025April 8, 2025

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Abuja, Nigeria – There was a real sense of forward movement at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Monday. It wasn’t just the standard diplomatic handshakes...

Nigerian Scientist Revolutionizes Biological Research with AI-Driven Study on Worm Mating Behavior.

NigGalApril 3, 2025April 3, 2025

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A groundbreaking study by Nigerian scientist Chukwuma Hilary Akpu is putting Nigeria on the map for cutting-edge research in animal behavior. Recently published in an...

Nigeria Unveils First Indigenous Attack Drones in Historic Defence Move.

NigGalApril 3, 2025April 3, 2025

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In a groundbreaking development for Africa’s defence landscape, the Nigerian Military, in collaboration with Briech UAS—a leading communications company—has unveiled what is being hailed as...

GTCO’s Trillion Naira Triumph Sparks a Banking Revolution in Nigeria

NigGalApril 3, 2025April 3, 2025

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Last week, the Nigerian banking scene witnessed a historic breakthrough as GTCO became the first bank to record a profit of N1 trillion. This milestone...

Autistic 15-Year-Old Kanyeyachukwu to Unveil World’s Largest Art Canvas

NigGalApril 2, 2025April 2, 2025

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Nigerian Prodigy Breaks Guinness World Record with 12,303-Square-Meter Painting A 15-year-old Nigerian artist, Kanyeyachukwu Tagbo Okeke, has made history by breaking the Guinness World Record...

Naira exchange rates March 2025

NigGalApril 1, 2025April 1, 2025

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Parallell (Black) Market Rates – NGN/USD/GBP/EUR Date Naira/Dollar (NGN/USD) Buy/Sell Naira/Pound (NGN/GBP) Buy/Sell Naira/Euro (NGN/EUR) Buy/Sell March 31, 2025 1555 / 1560 1995 / 2025...

Entrepreneurship

Tax Changes to Remove Obstacles and Enhance MSME Development

NigGalMarch 24, 2025March 24, 2025

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Tax Reform to Boost MSME Growth and Remove Regulatory Bottlenecks The Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN) has stated that the proposed...

Federal Government Boosts Healthcare with Billion-Dollar Funding

NigGalMarch 21, 2025March 21, 2025

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The wheels of progress in Nigeria’s healthcare sector have just received a significant push, with the Federal Executive Council (FEC) greenlighting a substantial $1.07 billion...

Housing Finance Gets Major Lift as MOFI Fund Reaches N100 Billion

NigGalMarch 21, 2025March 21, 2025

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A significant injection of private cash is set to invigorate Nigeria’s housing sector, as the MOFI Real Estate Investment Fund (MREIF) announced the successful raising...

Tech Provider Partners with University on Software Engineering Program

NigGalMarch 21, 2025March 21, 2025

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GOMYCODE, a technology education provider, has partnered with Woolf University, a global higher education institution, to offer a Master of Science in Computer Science specializing...

Conferences & Exhibitions

Nigeria Food Summit Takes Place in Lagos

NigGalMarch 21, 2025March 21, 2025

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The second edition of the Nigeria Food Summit is set to hold in Lagos today (Friday). According to a statement released on Thursday, the event—led...

Nigeria’s Inflation Rate Falls to 23.18% in February 2025 – NBS

NigGalMarch 20, 2025March 20, 2025

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Nigeria’s Inflation Rate Falls to 23.18% in February 2025 – NBS Nigeria’s inflation rate declined to 23.18% in February 2025, down from 24.48% in January...

Conferences & Exhibitions Training & Workshops

CSCS to Host AMEDA Conference 2025 in Lagos

NigGalMarch 19, 2025March 19, 2025

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CSCS to Host AMEDA Conference 2025 in Lagos The Central Securities Clearing System (CSCS) is set to host the prestigious Africa and Middle East Depositories...

Rema Makes History as First African Artist on Rolling Stone Cover

NigGalMarch 17, 2025March 17, 2025

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Nigerian music sensation, Divine Ikubor, professionally known as Rema, has achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first African artist to feature on the cover...

Lagos Achieves a GDP of $259 Billion, Ranking as Africa’s Second-Largest City Economy

NigGalMarch 17, 2025March 26, 2025

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Lagos State Solidifies Position as Africa’s Economic Powerhouse Lagos State has reinforced its status as one of Africa’s leading economic hubs, with its Gross Domestic...

Sanwo-Olu Reaffirms Commitment to the Creative Sector At Makemation

NigGalMarch 15, 2025March 19, 2025

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At Makemation Unveiling, Sanwo-Olu Reaffirms Commitment to the Creative Sector The Nigerian film industry, popularly known as Nollywood, has witnessed significant growth since the early...

Abia’s Education Revolution: N120 Billion Blueprint to Reshape Schools and Forge Future Leaders.

NigGalMarch 14, 2025March 14, 2025

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Under the blazing midday sun at Central Primary School in Umuahia, the joyful sounds of children’s laughter echo from a classroom with peeling walls and...

Eko Atlantic City Redefines Luxury Living with Le Rêve’s Exclusive Waterfront Residences

NigGalMarch 12, 2025March 12, 2025

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Eko Atlantic City is redefining Lagos’ luxury real estate scene with its latest high-end development, Le Rêve — a stunning 16-storey residential tower poised to...