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Adekunle Gold Checked Simi’s Genotype Before Dating

Adekunle Gold Checked Simi’s Genotype Before Dating

Adekunle Gold has explained why confirming Simi’s genotype was essential before their relationship, linking the decision to his experience with sickle cell disease and concern for future children.   Nigerian singer Adekunle Gold has revealed that he confirmed Simi’s genotype before pursuing a romantic relationship with her, describing compatibility as a condition he was unwilling…

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When Apprenticeship Meets the Algorithm

When Apprenticeship Meets the Algorithm

Social media is helping Nigerian apprentices find trainers, expand their knowledge and build customer networks, but online visibility cannot replace supervised practice and genuine competence.   For generations, learning a trade in Nigeria usually began with physical proximity. An apprentice entered a workshop, salon, shop or kitchen and watched an experienced worker closely. Knowledge passed…

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Beyond Degrees: Nigeria’s New Skills Generation 

Beyond Degrees: Nigeria’s New Skills Generation 

Degrees remain highly valued, but employment pressures, accessible training and entrepreneurship are encouraging some young Nigerians to acquire practical skills before, during and after university. For generations of Nigerian families, the route to a respectable future appeared clear: complete secondary school, gain admission to a university, earn a degree and secure a professional job. That…

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TikToker Jarvis Recounts Childhood Struggles, Journey into Content Creation

TikToker Jarvis Recounts Childhood Struggles, Journey into Content Creation

Nigerian TikToker and content creator Elizabeth Amadou, popularly known as Jarvis, has spoken about the hardship she experienced while growing up, including living without her father and enduring periods of hunger and financial difficulty. Jarvis also discussed being raised by a mother whom she said had bipolar disorder, explaining that her mother’s condition made her…

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Refinery Owners Seek Presidential Action on Crude Supply, Naira Payments

Refinery Owners Seek Presidential Action on Crude Supply, Naira Payments

The Crude Oil Refinery Owners Association of Nigeria has called for urgent intervention by President Bola Tinubu to address the structural and commercial difficulties facing domestic refiners. CORAN warned that without appropriate measures, Nigeria could continue exporting crude oil, employment opportunities and refining margins while remaining dependent on imported petroleum products. In a position paper…

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Pete Edochie Names Awolowo as His Favourite Nigerian Politician

Pete Edochie Names Awolowo as His Favourite Nigerian Politician

Veteran Nollywood actor Pete Edochie has named the late Chief Obafemi Awolowo as his favourite Nigerian politician, citing his approach to governance and contributions to education and broadcasting. Edochie said that although he was not deeply interested in politics, Awolowo earned his admiration because he clearly explained his development plans, their projected costs and how…

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The Dangote IPO: When Africa's Biggest Refinery Opened Its Doors to the Public

Dangote Refinery Targets September 14 Opening for Landmark $5bn IPO

Dangote Refinery’s long-awaited initial public offering could open on September 14, placing investors within days of an opportunity to acquire shares in one of Africa’s largest energy projects. Before the proposed opening, a completion board meeting involving the parties to the transaction is expected to take place on Monday, September 7, according to people familiar…

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