Nigeria’s Communications and Digital Economy sector is experiencing unprecedented growth under the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. In the first quarter of 2024 alone, the sector attracted $191 million in foreign direct investment (FDI), a staggering ninefold increase from the $22 million recorded during the same period in 2023. This remarkable progress was revealed by Dr. Bosun Tijani, Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, during an interview for an upcoming State House documentary marking the President’s second anniversary in office. According to Dr. Tijani, this surge in investment is a direct result of foundational reforms implemented by the…
Author: Elvis Eromosele
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has unveiled revised IT Project Clearance Guidelines aimed at improving accountability, reducing duplication, and curbing corruption in the implementation of government IT projects. The move aligns with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, which seeks to enhance governance and service delivery across the public sector. The updated framework, which replaces the 2018 guidelines, was presented to key stakeholders including the Offices of the Accountant General and Auditor General of the Federation, as well as the Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP). During the presentation, Kashifu Inuwa, NITDA Director General, emphasised the need for…
In a significant move to advance public relations measurement education and practice in Nigeria and across Africa, Segun McMedal, renowned communications strategist has been appointed as the Strategic Book Ambassador for “The Science of Public Relations: A Comprehensive Guide to Measurement and Evaluation,” authored by media intelligence expert Philip Odiakose. With over two decades of experience, McMedal brings a wealth of expertise and leadership to this ambassadorial role. He is the Lead Partner at Upticomm Marketing Company, and the immediate past Chairman of the Lagos State Chapter of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR). Among his notable contributions to…
Dr. Frederick Mordi, winner of the Commonwealth Short Story Award, has released a new novel titled Man Makes a Home. The book, published by Grand Touch Limited, offers a powerful and moving portrayal of the tensions that emerge within families when Christian beliefs conflict with traditional cultural values. Mr. and Mrs. Okafor, the protagonists, seem an archetype of the ideal couple. Blessed with four beautiful daughters, a steady source of income, and an idyllic marriage, the world is their oyster. But Mr. Okafor’s failure to produce a male heir to maintain the lineage is an albatross around his neck. His…
Nigeria’s creative sector is poised for a major transformation, with over $300 million in investment commitments secured and a target to create at least two million jobs by 2027. Hannatu Musawa, Minister of Arts, Culture, and the Creative Economy, disclosed this during the Ministerial Press Briefing in Abuja on Friday. She highlighted key achievements and outlined future plans aimed at positioning Nigeria as a global hub for creativity. “In just 18 months, we have secured over $300 million in investment commitments and launched innovative funding mechanisms like the $200 million Creative Economy Development Fund (CEDF),” Musawa said. The CEDF, managed…
Cadbury Nigeria Plc has announced a profit of N5.98billion for the first quarter of 2025, following the approval of the unaudited financial statements of the Company by its Board of Directors. This represents an increase of 182 percent, reversing the loss of N7.32billion that the Company recorded for the same period in 2024. The Company also recorded 182 percent increase in profit before tax of N8.54billion in the period under review, reversing the loss of N10.45billion that it had reported for the first quarter of 2024. Cadbury Nigeria’s gross profit further improved by 143 percent from N4.99billion to N12.15billion, in…
….Trains 300 ‘My Own Business’ (MYOWBU) Operators in Lagos Nestlé Professional has reaffirmed its commitment to accelerating youth entrepreneurship, with a workshop in Lagos to upskill over 300 operators and attendants within its My Own Business (MYOWBU) program. MYOWBU is designed to empower young people across Central and West Africa by helping them establish sustainable careers in street vending. More than a vending initiative providing affordable beverage solutions such as NESCAFÉ and MILO enjoyed by millions of Nigerians every day, it is a sustainable means of livelihood for many young people seeking dignified work, financial independence, and a chance to…
Title: Smash The Glass Ceiling: Empowering African Women to Break Barriers and Achieve their Dreams Author: Olamitayo Ebunola Irantiola Pagination: 244 pages Publisher: Peo Davies Communications Year of Publication: 2025 Reviewer: Dr Kehinde Olubanjo Smash the Glass Ceiling is a powerful manifesto for women striving to break free from deeply rooted societal, cultural, and religious barriers. In this insightful and audacious work, Olamitayo Irantiola blends personal experiences, historical references, and academic insight to confront and unravel the multifaceted forms of gender discrimination that persist across society, especially in leadership roles within African contexts. Irantiola’s message is unmistakably clear from the first page:…
Airtel Africa has staged a remarkable comeback in its financial performance, reporting a pre-tax profit of $661 million for the financial year ended March 31, 2025. This marks a significant turnaround from the $63 million pre-tax loss recorded in the previous year. Profit after tax also swung back into positive territory, rising to $328 million from a loss of $89 million in 2024. The recovery comes despite the lingering effects of currency devaluations, particularly in Nigeria, which had heavily impacted the company’s bottom line last year. The Group’s revenue reached $4.96 billion, showing a robust 21.1 per cent growth in…
By Elvis Eromosele In Nigeria, few issues stir as much raw emotion as the price and quality of electricity. Everywhere across the length and breadth of the country electricity supply is unstable. Over the years, successive governments have insisted that Nigerians are underpaying for electricity. The solution? Increase the tariff under the guise of reflective pricing. Yet, month after month, citizens grope in the dark, both literally and metaphorically. Now, the current administration is singing the same old song. And while the government tells us it is about efficiency and subsidy removal, the reality is far more sinister. The rich…