Applications are now open for the 2025 LEAP Africa Youth Leadership Development Programme (YLDP), a transformative initiative designed to equip young Nigerians with the skills, knowledge, and resources needed to lead and drive meaningful change in their communities and the nation at large. The application deadline is March 14, 2025, so don’t miss this opportunity …
Nigeria’s digital payment landscape has exploded in 2024, with electronic transactions reaching a record-breaking N1.07 quadrillion, equivalent to approximately $702.6 billion. This monumental figure, based on a N1,535/$1 exchange rate as of December 31, 2024, marks the first time the nation has crossed the quadrillion naira threshold in e-payments. Data released by the Nigeria Inter-Bank …
Are you a young girl with a passion for technology and innovation? Do you dream of making a significant impact in the world of ICT? Here’s your chance to shine! The National Girls in ICT Competition, an initiative by the Federal Ministry of Communication, Innovation, and Digital Economy (@fmocde), is calling on secondary school girls …
Applications are now open for the 2025 Shell Nigeria Student Industrial Training and Internship Programme, offering Nigerian students in higher institutions a unique opportunity to gain hands-on work experience in one of the world’s leading energy companies. This programme is designed to bridge the gap between academic learning and real-world industry practices, equipping students with …
Nigeria has officially joined BRICS as a partner country, as confirmed by Brazil’s Foreign Ministry on January 17, 2025. This move, established at the 16th BRICS Summit in October 2024, aligns with the shared goals of strengthening cooperation among Global South nations and advocating for reforms in international organizations. Nigeria joins eight other partner countries: …
Nigeria has climbed to second place in Africa’s 2024 Hotel Development Rankings by room numbers, boasting 7,622 rooms across 50 hotels. This surge is driven by significant developments from major global hotel chains such as Hilton, Radisson, Marriott International, and Leva Hotels, with Lagos leading the expansion with five new hotel deals. Egypt maintains its …
Nigeria’s crude oil and condensate production in 2024 totaled 566.8 million barrels, according to data from the Nigeria Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC). Nairametrics calculations, based on the NUPRC’s Crude Oil and Condensate Production Report for 2024, confirm a total output of 566,794,493 barrels. Key Highlights: Key Takeaways: Despite a strong finish to the year, …
The cost of treating uterine fibroids in Nigeria has skyrocketed, placing a significant financial strain on women battling this common condition. Treatment options now range from N700,000 for open surgeries in public hospitals to a staggering N3 million for non-invasive procedures in private facilities. This surge in cost, coupled with rising inflation and a struggling …
In a significant move to boost Nigeria’s digital infrastructure, the U.S. and Nigerian governments have signed a $2,095,000 grant to assess the feasibility of deploying at least 90,000 kilometers of new fiber optic backbone infrastructure across the country. The announcement was made during the inaugural U.S.-Nigeria Technology Dialogue held in Washington, D.C., on January 10, …
As the clock struck midnight, ushering in 2025, Nigeria, a nation often described as a land of paradoxes, greeted the new year with a spirit of resilient optimism. This optimism, however, exists in a complex context, one marked by persistent challenges including insecurity, poverty, a high cost of living, and deep-seated corruption. It’s undeniable that …
