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Ahmed Shihab-Eldin is understood to be facing charges including spreading false information, the Committee to Protect Journalists says.
The International Monetary Fund downgraded its growth projection for the year after the war in the Middle East triggered a major oil shock and included the possibility of a downturn if the conflict drags on and energy infrastructure is severely damaged. European Commissioner for Economy and Productivity Valdis Dombrovskis joins "Balance of Power" to discuss the IMF news as well the Ukraine war impact on the EU economy. (Source: Bloomberg)
The Development Bank of Nigeria (DBN) has strengthened its push for inclusive economic growth and small business development with the graduation of the first cohort of its Innovation Hub Acceleration Programme and the unveiling of a second batch of entrepreneurs in Kaduna State. The milestone event, held today Tuesday as a combined graduation and unveiling […] read more DBN graduates first Innovation Hub cohort, unveils new entrepreneurs in Kaduna
US Treasury Secretary said a "small bit of economic pain" was worth it to eliminate the threat of Iranian strikes on Western capitals.
Contrary to reports, Fela isn't the first African to be selected for induction, but the first African solo artiste to receive the distinction in the Early Influence category. The post Fela, Sade Adu to be inducted into Rock & Roll Hall of Fame appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The presence of the foreign missions had been anticipated, as the Mark-led faction had repeatedly appealed to the international community over the party’s leadership crisis. The post British, Chinese envoys attend ADC convention appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
As Nigeria’s electric power sector continues to evolve, the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has introduced the Mini-Grid Regulations, 2026 – a game-changing framework designed to accelerate electrification, foster innovation, and protect investments. To adequately take advantage of these changes, understanding these regulations is crucial for navigating opportunities and risks in mini-grid development, operation, and management. […] read more NERC’s April 2026 regulations: Unlocking Nigeria’s mini-grid revolution, what players should know
It was an action-packed and electrifying opening day of the MTN CHAMPS Grand Final at the Lekan Salami Stadium in Ibadan, with the spotlight firmly on qualification rounds in the 400m across all four age categories, alongside the men’s and women’s 100m events
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has taken a swipe at former presidential candidate of Labour Party, Peter Obi, questioning his political loyalty following the 2023 general election. Akpabio spoke on Tuesday during the commissioning of a new NRS building, where he criticised politicians who, according to him, abandon their parties after benefitting from massive electoral support. […] Somebody got 6 million votes, still abandoned his party – Akpabio shades Peter Obi
Former Senator Joe Manchin said continued attempts in Congress to use party-line votes to pass spending legislation in Congress part of the reason the federal debt is ballooning. He joined Bloomberg's Balance of Power to discuss. (Source: Bloomberg)
Polls show Israeli public frustration over a showdown that did not fully defeat Iran.
UN says hundreds killed by drone strikes over past three months, as medical charity reports two more deaths in Darfur.
