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Online Fraud in Nigeria: How to Recognise Scams and Protect Your Money

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The internet has made banking, shopping, communication and business transactions easier for millions of Nigerians. Yet the same convenience has created opportunities for criminals who use fake messages, fraudulent websites, impersonation and deceptive investment offers to steal money and personal information. Online fraud can affect anyone, regardless of age, education or professional background. Some scams are poorly written and easy to identify, while others use convincing logos, familiar names and carefully prepared messages to appear genuine. Protecting yourself requires more than being careful with money. It also involves knowing how online scams operate, checking information before acting and understanding what to do when something goes wrong. 1. Beware of messages requesting urgent action One common tactic is to create panic. A message may claim that a bank account will be blocked, a delivery cannot be completed or a financial transaction requires immediate confirmation. The sen...

Making Money Online in Nigeria: Legitimate Opportunities, Skills and What You Need to Know

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The internet has created new ways for Nigerians to earn income, build businesses and reach customers beyond their immediate environment. From freelance services and online retail to digital content creation and remote employment, opportunities exist for people with different skills, experience and levels of capital. However, making money online is not as effortless as some advertisements suggest. While some people have built successful businesses through digital platforms, others have lost money chasing unrealistic promises of quick returns. The difference often lies in understanding how online income works, choosing a suitable opportunity and developing a skill or service that people are willing to pay for. Freelancing: Selling your skills online Freelancing is one of the most accessible ways to begin earning online, particularly for people who already have a marketable skill. Writers, graphic designers, video editors, virtual assistants, software developers, translators and digital m...

Nigeria’s Digital Economy: The Opportunities, Challenges and Businesses Shaping the Future

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Nigeria’s Digital Economy: The Opportunities, Challenges and Businesses Shaping the Future Nigeria’s digital economy is becoming an increasingly important part of the country’s economic development, creating new opportunities for businesses, entrepreneurs, workers and consumers. From digital banking and electronic payments to artificial intelligence, online commerce and technology-enabled services, digital platforms are changing how Nigerians work, trade and interact with businesses. For a country with a large population, a young workforce and a growing technology community, the potential is considerable. However, turning that potential into sustainable economic growth will depend on infrastructure, investment, digital skills, effective regulation and public confidence in digital services. Digital payments are changing business One of the most visible developments in Nigeria’s digital economy is the growth of electronic payments. Mobile banking applications, payment terminals, bank tra...

Prof Chinedu Nebo Appointed Chairman of Docenti Global Business School Advisory Board

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Prof Chinedu Nebo Appointed Chairman of Docenti Global Business School Advisory Board Former Minister of Power, university administrator and renowned engineer brings decades of academic, leadership and public-service experience to the board LAGOS — Docenti Global Business School (DGBS) has appointed renowned academic, engineer,  former Minister of Power and The Vice Chancellor of University on the Niger Professor Chinedu Ositadinma Nebo , a s Chairman of its Advisory Board. The appointment brings one of Nigeria’s respected university administrators and public servants into a strategic leadership role at the Lagos-based business school, where he is expected to provide guidance on academic standards, institutional development, regulatory compliance, accreditation and the school’s broader strategic direction. According to the terms of the appointment, Prof. Nebo will serve voluntarily as Chairman of the Advisory Board and will work with the management and other stakeholders of the...

World Bank Warns: 1.2 Billion Young People Face a Global Jobs Crisis

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World Bank Warns: 1.2 Billion Young People Face a Global Jobs Crisis The world may be approaching a jobs challenge on a scale that could reshape economies, governments and societies, particularly across developing countries. World Bank President Ajay Banga has warned that approximately 1.2 billion young people are expected to enter the global labour market over the next 10 to 15 years, while only about 400 million jobs are currently in sight . The warning came during the annual meetings of the International Monetary Fund and World Bank in Bangkok, where officials also raised concerns about rising public debt, increasing debt-servicing costs, declining development assistance and the changing global economic environment. For Africa, where the continent has one of the world's youngest populations, the numbers carry particular significance. A jobs gap of enormous proportions The projected figures suggest a potential gap of roughly 800 million jobs between the number of people expected...

NNPCL’s ₦7.2tn Profit: What Does It Really Mean for Nigeria?

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 NNPCL’s ₦7.2tn Profit: What Does It Really Mean for Nigeria? By Chibuzo Ohiagu, Publisher/Editor in Chief Institution Watch | October 16, 2026 The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has reported one of the strongest financial performances in its recent history, posting a ₦7.2 trillion profit after tax for the 2025 financial year . The figure represents a 33 per cent increase from the ₦5.4 trillion recorded in 2024. NNPCL also declared a ₦5.8 trillion dividend , while its operating cash flow rose to ₦12.8 trillion. But for Nigeria, the more important question is not simply how much profit NNPCL made. What does the result actually mean for the country? That question matters because NNPCL is not an ordinary private company. It operates at the centre of Nigeria's petroleum industry and manages assets and resources with enormous implications for government revenue, energy security and the wider economy. A striking result — but with an important detail NNPCL's headl...

Starlink Restrictions Disrupt Ukrainian Military Drone Operations

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Starlink Restrictions Disrupt Ukrainian Military Drone Operations By AfroView TV | International News | October 14, 2026 Ukraine says new restrictions affecting SpaceX's Starlink satellite communications system have disrupted military drone operations, adding another complication to Kyiv's war effort as Russian attacks intensify across the country. Ukrainian officials said Starlink terminals used by the military suddenly experienced restrictions while moving at high speed. The changes affected drones and other battlefield systems that depend on satellite connectivity for communication, navigation and operational coordination. Ukraine's Defence Ministry is now in contact with SpaceX, the United States and NATO partners while it assesses the extent of the disruption and works on alternative communication channels. Starlink Has Become Critical to Ukraine's Military Since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022, Starlink has become an important communications to...