LAGOS, NIGERIA September 20, 2025 — In a bold move to dominate the state’s transportation technology landscape, Lagride, the Lagos State-backed e-hailing service, has announced plans to capture 70 percent of the city’s ride-hailing market as it begins rolling out a fleet of electric vehicles (EVs) across key routes. The initiative, which aligns with Governor
Abuja, Nigeria — September 20, 2025 Nigeria’s leading companies are showing signs of financial relief as their combined working capital rose to ₦2.27 trillion in the first half of 2025, compared with ₦1.58 trillion recorded during the same period in 2024. The improvement signals easing liquidity pressures that had weighed heavily on corporate performance in
ISLAMABAD, PAKISTAN September 20, 2025 — In a reaffirmation of long-standing religious and diplomatic ties between Pakistan and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Pakistan’s Minister of Defence, Khawaja Muhammad Asif, has declared that the protection of the Islamic holy sites located in Saudi Arabia is regarded by Pakistan as a “sacred duty.” The Defence Minister
Port Harcourt, Rivers State — September 20, 2025 Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to improving the well-being of residents, following a rousing reception at Port Harcourt International Airport, Omagwa. Addressing supporters after his arrival and subsequent move to Government House, the governor described the turnout as humbling and a
KYIV, UKRAINE September 20, 2025 — The ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine has intensified, with recent days witnessing a significant surge in Moscow’s use of combat drones and long-range missiles to strike multiple targets across Ukrainian cities. The coordinated aerial bombardments have led to widespread destruction of infrastructure, further deepening the humanitarian crisis on
STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN September 20, 2025 — Official data from the Swedish Migration Agency has revealed that no fewer than 7,646 Nigerian nationals have applied for asylum in Sweden over the past 24 years, reflecting a steady wave of migration driven by economic challenges, insecurity, and the pursuit of better living conditions. According to figures obtained
ANKARA, TÜRKİYE September 20, 2025 — In a landmark development signalling a warming of diplomatic relations, Türkiye and Egypt are scheduled to carry out a joint naval exercise in the Eastern Mediterranean before the end of the month. The upcoming drill marks the first military collaboration of its kind between the two nations in 13
RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA September 20, 2025 — Portuguese football legend and Al-Nassr forward, Cristiano Ronaldo, has fired back at critics who have questioned the decision of his compatriot, Joao Felix, to join him at the Saudi Arabian club. Ronaldo described the backlash as unfair and laced with “double standards,” arguing that players should not be
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND September 20, 2025 — Newly appointed Manchester United manager, Ruben Amorim, has once again made it clear that he has no intention of abandoning his preferred tactical setup, despite ongoing scrutiny and mixed results since taking charge at Old Trafford. Speaking to reporters ahead of the club’s next Premier League fixture, Amorim reaffirmed
LAGOS, NIGERIA — The Nigerian equities market closed the week on a bullish note, with investor sentiment boosted significantly by strong performances in the consumer goods sector. The NGX All-Share Index soared by 1,299 points, reflecting renewed confidence across key market segments and marking one of the most positive trading weeks in recent months. Market
