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Femi Fani-Kayode still detained despite meeting bail conditions

Read the press statement below... The dictatorial, vengeful, vindictive and scurrilous use of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) by the APC-led federal government to achieve sinister purposes against vocal individuals and members of the opposition has once again played itself out in the macabre continued detention of Chief Femi Fani-Kayode, 5 days after fulfilling all his bail conditions. (more…)

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Fuel Subsidy Removal: Bauchi Youths take to the Streets in Support of New Pump Price

Some youths in Bauchi on Tuesday demonstrated in support of the new pump price of N145 per litre. The youths, numbering about 700, visited the palace of the Emir of Bauchi, Government House and the NUJ Press Centre. Addressing newsmen at the Press Centre, spokesperson of the group, Dr. Danjuma Dabo, said they were in support of the actions of President Muhammadu Buhari because his patriotism and selflessness were never in doubt. (more…)

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Nigerian Senate withdraws anti-social media bill

  The Senate has withdrawn the frivolous petition bill otherwise known as the Antisocial media bill sponsored by Senator Bala Ibn Na’Allah. At the plenary today May 17th, the senate received the Report of the Committee on Judiciary, Human Rights & Legal Matters that examined the legality of the bill. (more…)

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The Small Business Export Network

SMALL BUSINESS EXPORT NETWORK (SBEN), a collaboration between The Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC) and the Gidigba Social Network Services.  Is Nigeria's first ever and only online network of small business exporters who deal with tangible non-oil products and are willing to explore global market opportunities with business. (more…)

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Ventures Africa’s 2016 List of African Innovators To Watch

Our 2016 list showcases African innovators who are bridging the inclusivity gap in the African innovation space and advancing the continent. The 2016 edition of the African Innovators to Watch recognizes 42 individuals and teams of innovators in the fields of arts, fashion, music, agriculture, business, science, technology, health, television and movies, education, law, and comedy who are committed to improving their communities and countries, thereby advancing the status of the African continent on a global scale with their innovations. (more…)