Author: Nigeriabrief

Zuffa Boxing’s New Deal with Sky Sports: Future Ambitions Explored In a significant move for the boxing landscape, Sky Sports has entered a landmark agreement with Zuffa Boxing. Dana White, the influential figure behind this initiative, shared his insights on the partnership and the organization’s vision for the future of boxing. A Deep-rooted Passion for Boxing Dana White’s connection to boxing runs deep. “If it wasn’t for boxing, I wouldn’t be here,” he reflects. His journey began with managing fighters alongside the Fertitta brothers, partners in the UFC. Their exploration into Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu introduced them to UFC fighters, leading to…

Development Bank Set to Support Major Railway Initiative The railway project extending from Benin in Edo State through Port Harcourt in Rivers State to Calabar in Cross River State is currently under construction by the South-South Six States, collectively known as the BRACED states. This initiative aims to enhance logistics, foster regional integration, and drive socio-economic growth throughout the region. Funding Mechanism for the Railway Project The proposed railway line, championed by the BRACED states—Bayelsa, Rivers, Akwa Ibom, Cross River, Edo, and Delta—is set to receive partial funding from the National Development Bank of Nigeria (NDBN), which is on the…

Innovating Urban Mobility with AI Adeniyi Adebayo, the Chief Business Officer of Yango City, emphasizes the importance of reclaiming time for city dwellers, alleviating stress, and revitalizing urban environments. Utilizing artificial intelligence, Yango optimizes transit by mapping individual commutes and highlighting the most efficient routes. In 2025 alone, commuters in various African cities are projected to gain nearly 2 million hours back, time that could be spent on activities like enjoying breakfast, taking short naps, or diving into a good book. Transforming Transportation Across African Cities From Abidjan to Kinshasa, and Dakar to Douala, Yango’s AI technology is discreetly addressing…

Although Nigeria’s headline inflation rate eased slightly to 15.06% year-on-year, the sharp rise to 2.01% month-on-month (mom) indicates Ramadan-related price pressures, with early bulk buying by households and reduced agricultural activities pushing up prices of key necessities. The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) reported that the consumer price index decreased from 15.10% in January 2026 to 15.06% in February 2026. The month-on-month headline inflation rate rose to 2.01% from -2.88% in the previous month. Inflation in February reflected acceleration in both the food basket and the core basket, rising from -6.02% and -1.69% to 4.69% and 0.89%, respectively. The upward…

Overall, the findings highlight Côte d’Ivoire’s growing prominence as a strategic hub for innovation and entrepreneurship on the continent, supported by policy reforms and an improved regulatory environment. Ivory Coast has emerged as one of Africa’s most innovation-friendly economies, securing a place in the continent’s top 10 in the latest Innovators Business Environment Index (IBEI) 2026 published by StartupBlink. The report highlights the country’s progress in creating a supportive environment for entrepreneurs and innovators, and reflects sustained national efforts to reduce barriers to starting and operating a business. According to the index, Côte d’Ivoire currently ranks among the top 10…

64 *The prosecution makes a request on behalf of the lawyer and closes the case. Justice Mohammed Umar of the Federal High Court in Abuja on Monday threatened to detain politician and online publisher Omoyele Sowore, lead lawyer for Marshall Abubakar, on contempt charges for disrespecting the court. After speaking out in court, the judge ordered Sowore’s lawyers to “come out and kneel” in open court. However, other lawyers quickly persuaded the judge to forgive their erring colleague. Sowore is being charged by the Department of State Services (DSS) for allegedly calling President Bola Tinubu a “criminal” and making false…

…we are ready to implement tax reform – Oyedele President Bola Tinubu on Monday commended Taiwo Oyedele for accepting to serve the country at a critical time and called on him to do more to implement ongoing fiscal policy reforms. Speaking at Oyedele’s swearing-in ceremony as the new Finance Minister, the President said: “You have rewritten the entire tax policy of this country which is outdated, outdated and fundamentally contrary to all progressive thinkers. You are just a very dedicated and determined person.” The president said it didn’t take long for Mr. Oyedele to decide where he fit and “where…

Nigeria’s health system continues to struggle, with poor financial management being a major culprit. Misallocation of resources, opaque budgeting and lack of accountability have crippled the sector and left millions without access to quality care, according to a new report. The report, titled “Financial Management and Health,” recently launched in Lagos by the Simon Health Initiative, calls on governments to prioritize transparency and accountability in the budget process to achieve positive health outcomes. Citing examples from Western countries, the report noted that effective monitoring practices improve efficiency and ensure that resources reach targeted beneficiaries. The report says health reform should…

John Sikram of KadunaThe management of Kaduna University of Technology has reacted to a viral video circulating on social media in which some female students complained about the “extreme and unfair” enforcement of the school’s dress code.In a statement released yesterday, the university said the clothing worn by the affected students in the video appeared to be “moderate and appropriate.”The statement, signed by the Deputy Registrar of Information and Protocol, Mr Godwin Aigba, said the management had commenced an investigation to unravel the circumstances surrounding the incident in order to identify deficiencies in the enforcement of the policy.“The management of…

Since the war began, U.S. and Israeli forces have targeted multiple locations in the country, but the hardest-hit city was Tehran, a bustling, densely populated metropolis of 10 million people. As of Thursday, Israeli and American airstrikes had killed more than 1,200 people, according to the Iranian Red Crescent. In addition to heavy damage to Tehran’s historic and cultural sites, including the ornate Golestan Palace, residents say the targeting of oil facilities has added a surreal element to life in the capital, with thick smoke in the air and black rain leaving a slimy residue on cars. Before the war,…