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FCC PC Wins Government Agency of the Year 2025 at Leadership Conference in Abuja   The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has been named Government Agency of the Year 2025 at the 18th Leadership Annual Conference and Awards held in Abuja.   This recognition highlights the Commission’s growing enforcement activities, improved consumer redress mechanisms, and significant regulatory actions across key sectors of Nigeria’s economy.   The award ceremony took place on Thursday, February 12, 2026, at the Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference Centre, Abuja, under the theme:   “Political Stability and Sustainable Development in Africa in an Increasingly Unstable Global System: A Roadmap for Nigeria.”   The event brought together policymakers, business leaders, regulators, and development experts to discuss governance, economic reforms, and development strategies amid global uncertainties.   Why FCCPC Wa...

W orld’s Largest Single-Train Refinery Achieves Historic Milestone, Boosting Nigeria’s Energy Security The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has announced that it has reached and is maintaining a production capacity of 650,000 barrels per day (bpd). This is seen as a historic milestone for Nigeria and for global refining operations. According to the refinery’s management, both the Crude Distillation Unit (CDU) and the Motor Spirit (MS) production section are now working at optimal levels after a scheduled maintenance period. Performance tests confirmed stability, efficiency, and durability at full capacity. Located in the Lekki Free Zone in Lagos State, the refinery is known as the largest single-train refinery in the world. With this achievement, Dangote Refinery claims it is the first facility of its kind globally to achieve and maintain a 650,000bpd output on a single train. This development is expected to greatly change Nigeria’s energy landscape. It will strengthen local refining capacit...

Development Sparks Legal Debate as Anti-Graft Proceedings Face Fresh Uncertainty Judge Withdraws from EFCC Case Against Malami In a notable turn of events, a Federal High Court judge has stepped down from overseeing the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) case against former Attorney General Abubakar Malami. This unexpected decision has added uncertainty to the high-profile anti-corruption case and raised concerns about the fairness of the judicial process and the future of the prosecution. While official details about the withdrawal are still unclear, legal experts suggest this could delay the trial or change how the case unfolds. Background : EFCC Case Against Malami Abubakar Malami served as Nigeria’s Attorney General and Minister of Justice from 2015 to 2023. He is under investigation by the EFCC for alleged financial misconduct during his time in office. Malami has consistently denied any wrongdoing. However, the anti-graft agency reportedly began legal action base...

Old Mutual Partners Paystack to Boost Digital Payments in East Africa Old Mutual Group has announced a strategic partnership with leading payment technology company Paystack, marking a significant step in its ongoing digital transformation journey across East Africa. The collaboration is aimed at simplifying digital payments across Old Mutual’s insurance and investment platforms, reducing transaction friction while delivering faster, more reliable, and customer-friendly digital experiences. As financial services across Africa continue to shift rapidly toward digital-first models, seamless payments have become a critical part of customer satisfaction. Old Mutual’s decision to integrate Paystack’s payment infrastructure reflects a growing recognition that payment friction remains one of the biggest barriers to adoption, conversion, and long-term customer loyalty in digital financial services. Through this partnership, Old Mutual customers will now be able to complete insurance and inves...

Google for startup Accelerator Africa  Google Marks a Decade of Supporting African Startups with AI-Focused Accelerator Program   Google has opened applications for the 10th cohort of its Google for Startups Accelerator: Africa. This marks nearly ten years of investment in the continent’s rapidly growing technology ecosystem. This edition has a clear shift toward being "AI First." The 2026 cohort is for growth-stage African startups that use artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) to tackle real-world challenges in important sectors such as healthcare, climate change, agriculture, education, financial inclusion, and public services.  Applications are open now and will close on March 18, 2026, with the program starting in April 2026. Why This 10th Cohort Matters   The 10th edition of the Google for Startups Accelerator Africa is more than just another group of startups; it marks a strategic milestone for both Google and Africa’s innovation lan...