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Inside the High-Octane Launch of Juliet Ehimuan’s RISE Executive Leadership Programme for Women

April 11, 2026
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Inside the High-Octane Launch of Juliet Ehimuan’s RISE Executive Leadership Programme for Women

Dr. Juliet Ehimuan, Founder of Beyond Limits and former Director of Google West Africa, has officially launched the inaugural RISE Executive Leadership Programme, a six-week intensive curriculum designed to accelerate the transition of senior women from functional leadership roles to enterprise-wide stewardship. The opening workshop, held on 27 March 2026 at the Civic Centre in Victoria Island, Lagos, brought…

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Seinde Signature and Sarah Baker: Redefining the geography of niche perfumery

April 11, 2026
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In a definitive pivot for the continent’s high-end fragrance landscape, Seinde Signature, Nigeria’s preeminent authority on niche perfumery has unveiled an ambitious, three-city experiential tour in collaboration with the globally acclaimed perfumer Sarah Baker. This partnership marks a evolution in the African luxury market, merging retail with immersive artistry. Commencing on April 16 in Abuja, read more Seinde…

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Falcon Aero appoints infrastructure finance expert, Moshood Abolade as Director, amidst global funding drive

April 11, 2026
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Falcon Aerospace Limited, a frontline player in the African business aviation sector, has appointed Moshood Bode Abolade as an Independent Non-Executive Director to its Board. This strategic appointment comes as the company intensifies its push for large-scale funding and accelerates its international expansion across key global markets. Falcon Aero is the mother brand of private read more Falcon…

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NIGERIA IN BRIEF: Nigeria’s poverty crisis deepens as 140 million strugglenand other stories

April 11, 2026
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Nigeria’s poverty crisis deepens as 140 million struggle despite easing inflation Read also: Nigeria’s poverty crisis deepens as 140 million struggle despite easing inflation Even as Nigeria’s macroeconomic indicators begin to stabilise, the reality for millions of households tells a far darker story: poverty surged to 63 per cent in 2025, trapping about 140 million people read more NIGERIA…

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Big tech firms bet on AI chips, wearables to shape the future of everyday computing

April 11, 2026
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Global technology giants including Meta Platforms, Apple, Google, and Microsoft are increasing their investments in artificial intelligence (AI) hardware and wearable devices. The move marks a transition from software-led AI strategies to a broader focus on physical infrastructure which powers intelligent systems. Tech companies are positioning themselves to control the full AI value chain from read more Big…

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FG moves to contain losses as CBPP outbreak threatens cattle economy

April 11, 2026
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The Federal Ministry of Livestock Development has moved to curb mounting economic risks in Nigeria’s cattle industry with the inauguration of a technical working group to tackle Contagious Bovine Pleuropneumonia (CBPP). Idi Mukhtar Maiha, the minister of the Federal Ministry of Livestock Development, said the disease remains endemic and is undermining productivity across a national read more FG…

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Breakup between Eddie Nketiah and the Black Stars

April 11, 2026
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Breakup between Eddie Nketiah and the Black Stars

Eddie Nketiah’s possible switch to Ghana is once again under threat, as hopes of him joining the Black Stars have faded despite renewed talks following Otto Addo’s dismissal. Fate has dealt another blow to the center forward, who suffered a serious hamstring injury during a training session. According to initial medical assessments, his season is already over, forcing him…

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Morocco: AS FAR player suspended for doping

April 11, 2026
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Morocco: AS FAR player suspended for doping

AS FAR midfielder Zineddine Derrag has just been handed a severe punishment by the Confederation of African Football (CAF). After testing positive for a banned substance during the group stage of the Champions League, the player has been suspended from all sporting activities for three months. This decision comes at the worst possible time for the military club, which…

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AFCON 2025 : CAF under pressure as Motsepe avoids key question

April 11, 2026
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Morocco finds itself once again at the center of the AFCON 2025 controversy as questions surrounding CAF’s role in the final against Senegal refuse to fade. Morocco continues to dominate discussions after CAF President Patrice Motsepe avoided addressing allegations of interference during his visit. Morocco remains closely linked to the growing debate, especially following claims that Olivier Savary may…

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Football : laughing gas threatens the future of the game

April 11, 2026
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Football : laughing gas threatens the future of the game

Football is facing a growing and alarming issue as laughing gas continues to spread among young people and even professional players. This substance, often perceived as harmless, is now at the center of serious public health concerns in France. Football is directly impacted, as cases multiply both in amateur environments and within elite circles. Authorities, led by Minister Marie-Pierre…

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