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The Founder and Group Managing Director of Sujimoto Holdings, Dr. Sijibomi Ogundele, has urged African entrepreneurs to abandon imitation and embrace originality that can compete on a global scale. Speaking in Lagos, Ogundele criticised what he described as “microwave entrepreneurship” — ventures built for applause rather than legacy. “We cannot afford to do me-too projects,” he said. “All these copy-and-paste businesses are killing originality. Imitation is not innovation, and imitation always leads to limitation.” He emphasised that African entrepreneurs must measure themselves not by local standards but by global excellence. “Dangote isn’t competing with anyone in Nigeria,” he declared. “He’s…

Bitcoin (BTC) traded around $110,150, gaining around 0.72% over the past 24 hours. Traders seems to weigh mixed market signals heading into November. Despite short-term uncertainty, BTC’s long-term trajectory remains strong. It’s bolstered by institutional accumulation and corporate confidence. However, analysts caution that a dip below $100,000 could test market sentiment and shake investor confidence.Market momentum remains supported by corporate balance sheet expansion and institutional optimism. Strategy, the largest Bitcoin-holding company, confirmed it won’t pursue mergers or acquisitions for now, signaling focus on its core Bitcoin strategy. This clarity reassured investors, reflecting commitment to sustainable growth and transparent operations, two…

Esha Aliku   Katsina State Governor, Dikko Radda, has on Friday launched an e-Birth registration exercise in the state aimed at ensuring that every child is registered, protected, and empowered. Speaking during the launching of the exercise in Katsina, the governor said it marked a decisive step in his administration’s unwavering resolve to ensure that no child in the state remains invisible, legally, socially and statistically. “Birth registration is far more than a bureaucratic procedure, it is the first legal affirmation of a child’s identity, the foundational document that unlocks their right to education, health care, inheritance, social protection, and…

The Super Eagles of Nigeria secured a place in the 2026 World Cup qualifying playoff following a two-match victory against Lesotho and the Republic of Benin… Former KAA Gent defender Augustine Eguavoen has expressed confidence in Super Eagles of Nigeria’s chances ahead of next month’s 2026 FIFA World Cup play-offs, Soccernet.ng reports. The 60-year-old tactician insists the team will approach the clash against Gabon with renewed belief and determination to qualify for the World Cup. Nigeria secured their place in the play-offs after finishing as one of the best runners-up in the CAF qualifying series. Victor Osimhen, Semi Ajayi and…

Nigeria failed to qualify for the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar and, for a long while, it looked like the Super Eagles would miss out on a second consecutive appearance at the global showpiece  Former Arsenal and Everton midfielder Alex Iwobi believes Nigeria can still complete their extraordinary journey to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, insisting that the Super Eagles have ‘rescued themselves from the dead’, Soccernet.ng reports. The 28-year-old Fulham star, who represented Nigeria at the 2018 World Cup in Russia, says confidence is sky-high again after a dramatic turnaround in the qualification race. Alex Iwobi of Nigeria…

As part of efforts aimed at addressing global and national challenges, Senior Pastor, Holyghost Christian Centre, Amos Fenwa, has disclosed the Night of Mercy initiative, which will hold on November 14, 2025, at the 10,000-capacity Mobolaji Johnson Arena, also known as Onikan Stadium, from 9:00 p.m. till dawn will provide spiritual succour as well as an opportunity for salvation and life transformation through the gospel. The cleric said this 16th edition was founded with Divine mandate to bring the gospel beyond the church walls and share love of Christ with unbelievers and those in need of solace. He said: “We trust God…

Investors looking for trending cryptos may have been put off by this month. October opened with “Uptober” optimism since the vast majority of Octobers in crypto’s 15 year history have resulted in serious gains However, there was no such luck this year. President Trump’s announcement of a 100% tariff on Chinese imports caused one of the biggest crashes in crypto history, although old hands were unperturbed, noting that big crashes that flush out over-leveraged players often precede historic bull runs.The Fed’s decision to cut interest rates on Wednesday has not prevented two consecutive dip days. Still, crypto has been here…

Lara Adejoro The Nigerian Medical Association has denied reports of a leadership crisis within the association, insisting that it remains united and committed to the welfare of all medical and dental practitioners across the country. In a statement titled “Sahara Reporters’ Publication: The NMA Remains United and Focused,” issued on Thursday and signed by its Secretary-General, Dr Benjamin Egbo, the association described the report of a crisis as misleading and sensational, stressing that its leadership remains intact and guided by its constitution. Reacting to a report by Sahara Reporters, the NMA said the publication falsely claimed that state chairmen of…

Nigeria’s Technical Director, Augustine Eguavoen, has urged fans and media to avoid distracting Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle with speculation or comparisons, Soccernet.ng reports.  The former KAA Gent defender urged Nigerian football faithful to avoid distraction and allow the new manager to concentrate on crucial assignments ahead. Chelle, who signed a two-year contract with the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), is overseeing Nigeria’s push to return to the FIFA World Cup and challenge strongly at the Africa Cup of Nations. What Eguavoen said about Eric Chelle When asked whether he was impressed with the tactician’s achievements so far, Eguavoen responded…

Many times in Nigeria, elections are often seen as ‘war’ that must be won at all cost. This accounted for thuggery and all forms of malpractices that accompanied elections in the country, resulting in acrimonious legal tussles. But this is about to change with the coming governorship election in Ekiti State. This is not to say that there will not be competition but it is almost a settled election, as there is unanimity among the people that the incumbent, Governor Biodun Oyebanji, should be allowed to spend eight years at a stretch for the first time in the history of…