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Fuji legend Kwam 1 has formally entered the Awujale succession race, citing royal lineage and over five decades of cultural service in Ijebuland

RCCG committed N40 million to a free bus-to-work initiative that eased transport pressure for Lagos and Ogun commuters during a two-week rollout

James Mwangi secured a $7.9 million paper gain as Equity Group shares climbed, extending a strong run in Kenya’s banking sector

Deutsche Bank is in talks with Nigeria’s government on financing major upgrades to the Carter and Third Mainland bridges as infrastructure needs rise

Lagos authorities sealed Yakoyo Abula Joint Restaurant for dumping untreaed wastewater, fats, and oils into public drains, threatening health and clogging systems

Dangote Refinery outlines a plan to deliver steady monthly petrol volumes and seeks regulator backing to keep production and vessel movements running smoothly

IFC is reviewing a $15 million loan that could accelerate Justrite’s plan to open 25 stores and expand its national footprint

KEY POINTS Minister Heineken Lokpobiri denies reports of a probe into Nigeria’s Frontier Exploration Fund. Says his earlier remarks were misinterpreted and focused only on efficient use of exploration funds. …

KEY POINTS Senate passes bill to prohibit recruitment of minors into Nigerian Armed Forces and modernise military law. Legislation strengthens civilian oversight, courts-martial independence, and legal representation for the military. …

Nigerian lawyer and businessman Gbenga Oyebode’s stake in Okomu Oil Palm Company has gained over $17 million as shares surged this year