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AfDB Group Mobilises Private Capital to Bridge Africa’s Financing Gap

The African Development Bank Group has intensified efforts to mobilise private capital as part of a broader strategy to close Africa’s widening financing gap and accelerate sustainable economic development across the continent. The multilateral lender said leveraging private sector resources has become increasingly critical as public finances across many African countries come under pressure from [...] Source from InfoStride News

LCCI Flags Engineering, Power Gaps Hindering Industrialisation

The Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry has raised concerns over persistent engineering capacity deficits and unreliable power supply, warning that these challenges continue to undermine Nigeria’s industrialisation drive and limit the competitiveness of local industries. The chamber said unless these structural issues are urgently addressed, the country risks falling short of its industrial development [...] Source from InfoStride News

Seplat to Invest in Power Sector to Tackle Nigeria’s Electricity Deficit

Seplat Energy Plc, one of Nigeria’s leading indigenous energy companies, has announced a bold move to invest significantly in the country’s power sector. The initiative is part of the company’s broader strategic shift to diversify its operations and contribute to bridging the huge energy access gap in Nigeria, particularly in off-grid communities. According to the [...] Source from InfoStride News

I’ll Celebrate 40 Years On Earth And 20 Years In Film In March – Juliet Ibrahim

Popular Ghanaian actress Juliet Ibrahim is gearing up to mark a milestone birthday in style. She recently revealed that she is turning 40 on March 3, and fans have been reacting. According to her, she’ll be celebrating not just her age, but her growth, resilience plus accomplishments as an actress, entrepreneur and philanthropist. Juliet added [...] Source from InfoStride News

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Accident claims life of club manager along Ikom-Calabar road

By Odey Ojeka UGEP (CONVERSEER) – A tragic accident has claimed the life of Smart Love Eyong, Manager of Don Wills Club Bar and Lodge in Ugep, Cross River State. The incident occurred on Friday at Adim in Biase LGA, a village near Ugep, leaving two others injured. Eyong died instantly and was taken to... This article Accident claims life of club manager along Ikom-Calabar road first appeared on Converseer.

Polanksi and Farage don't agree. But they have more in common than you might think

Despite huge political differences, the Green and Reform leaders have much in common, writes Laura Kuenssberg.

Verve Biz Unwind 2026 Highlights Collaboration as Key to Shaping Africa’s Payments Landscape

Verve International, Africa’s leading domestic payment cards and tokens brand and a subsidiary of Interswitch Group, successfully hosted

Iran’s neighbours fear consequences of US, Israeli strikes

Iran’s neighbors fear dire consequences from US or Israeli strikes, including regional instability, refugee crises, and oil supply disruptions. Read More: https://punchng.com/irans-neighbours-fear-consequences-of-us-israeli-strikes/

‘Your’re a married woman’ – Abati queries Ohiri over claim Umahi came to her hotel room tying towel

A former presidential aide, Reuben Abati, has wondered what a married businesswoman, Tracynither Nicolas Ohiri, was doing in a hotel room with David Umahi, the Minister of Works, with a towel around his waist. Abati was reacting to one of the claims made by Ohiri against Umahi, in which alleged the minister attempted to sleep […] ‘Your’re a married woman’ – Abati queries Ohiri over claim Umahi came to her hotel room tying towel

Americans told to stay indoors amidst rising tensions in Middle East

The US State Department said it is closely monitoring developments and will update travel guidance as necessary. Americans in the region have been encouraged to enrol in official consular notification programmes to receive real time alerts.

Preview, key stats to know for ABC Saturday: Penguins-Rangers, Bruins-Flyers

It's an NHL doubleheader with playoff implications on ABC and the ESPN app. Here's what to watch.