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OAU announces resumption dates for 2026/2027 academic session

Nigerian university OAU announces resumption dates for fresh and returning students for the 2026/2027 academic session, with lectures beginning on November 16.

Africa’s next growth engine depends on opening markets and unlocking investment

African leaders say structural reforms, AfCFTA trade integration and reliable electricity are key to attracting investment, creating jobs and driving sustainable economic growth.

Fagbohun, Ogunye, Sessi, others throw weight behind ‘LG Billions in the Dark’ 

Fagbohun, Ogunye, Sessi and other stakeholders back DevReporting’s LG Billions in the Dark documentary on local government accountability.

National summit to examine AI, and electoral information integrity ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 elections

As Nigeria prepares for the 2027 general elections, electoral stakeholders, media professionals, technology experts and civil society organisations will gather in Abuja for a two-day national...

LG Billions in the Dark: Falana to keynote as Olorunyomi chairs DevReporting documentary screening

Femi Falana to headline DevReporting’s screening of LG Billions in the Dark at UNILAG on 29 October.

Nigeria can smooth petrol prices. But someone must finance the difference – By Sola Adebawo

Nigeria’s attempt to contain petrol-price volatility raises a basic question: if the market price exceeds the politically acceptable price, who finances the difference?

EU-supported observers demand action on vote buying, results transparency ahead of general elections

Election observers supported by the European Union have called for tougher action against vote buying, greater transparency in election results management and stronger measures...

African mums use AI to navigate pregnancy

Sòláyò AI uses WhatsApp to help Nigerian mothers navigate pregnancy, access maternal health information and connect with medical professionals.

Rural connectivity: Stakeholders push affordable access beyond network coverage

Stakeholders urge affordable rural internet access in Nigeria through better electricity, sustainable financing and last-mile connectivity.

EU Supports INEC to Strengthen Digital Electoral Training

As part of its support for strengthening electoral capacity in Nigeria, the European Union, through its Support for Democratic Governance in Nigeria (EU-SDGN) programme,...

Safe Schools: Stakeholders demand dedicated budget to protect Nigerian pupils, teachers

Stakeholders at EWAN’s 7th summit call for a dedicated budget for school safety, urging investment in security infrastructure, intelligence and preventive measures to protect Nigerian pupils and teachers.