Business Report

 By Ayodele Oyeniyi As streaming demand shifts toward authenticity, Fayne Thri’s “Gone Dead” highlights how artists from Eastern Nigeria are using personal transformation and regional identity to stand out in a saturated Afrobeats market.Artists from Nigeria’s eastern corridor are increasingly redefining their creative direction by merging regional identity with personal evolution, contributing to a broader diversification of the country’s music landscape. Traditionally dominated by Lagos and Abuja-based acts, the Nigerian music industry is witnessing a gradual redistribution of influence as artists from non-coastal regions introduce sounds shaped by local culture, language, and individual life experiences.One of such artists is , an Enugu State-based rapper, singer, and songwriter whose recent release, reflects both artistic growth and regional grounding.  Hailing from Aninri Local Government Area, Thri’s music blends hip-hop, Afrobeats, and soul while incorporating Eastern N...

Firm combines real estate, tech, and emerging markets to help clients navigate uncertain economyTraditional investment playbooks are failing. Markets shift faster than portfolios can adapt, and investors increasingly realize that betting everything on one sector or one strategy is a losing game. Damian Capital Group is solving this problem head-on. The firm operates across four distinct investment lanes: real estate and infrastructure, technology and digital innovation, emerging market ventures, and traditional financial assets. This approach directly addresses what institutional investors have learned the hard way: concentration kills returns. Data from major asset managers confirms it portfolios built on diversification outperform single-sector bets by significant margins, especially during downturns.What makes Damian Capital Group stand apart is its execution.  Rather than chasing trends, the company uses research-backed analysis to identify where real opportunity lives. Real es...

Canadian-based gospel artist Tina Njoku turns her personal journey into music and impact through the Tina Njoku Support Community Gospel artist and songwriter Tina Njoku is set to release her deeply personal EP titled “STORY,” a six-track project that reflects her journey from pain to purpose while introducing a growing mission focused on faith, compassion, and community impact. The EP features six songs — David Dance, Story, Paid in Full, Holy Spirit, and Beautiful each capturing a different phase of Tina’s life and spiritual journey. Together, the tracks form a narrative of transformation, tracing her path from a girl with no clear direction to the woman she is becoming today. More than just a musical release, “STORY” represents Tina Njoku’s testimony. The project speaks about her experiences with hardship, uncertainty, and moments when her relationship with God was questioned. She openly acknowledges that she is not perfect, yet believes she was called despite her imperfections. Thi...

  The Voice of the Citizens has criticized the Federal Government over the persistent insecurity in Kogi State and various parts of the country. President of the group, Dr. Ahmed Ubianya on Saturday in Lokoja expressed disappointment over the government’s inability to stem the tide of violence and killings in the state and some parts of the country. Boko Haram was founded as an Islamic sectorial movement in 2002 by Muhammad Yusuf, ever since the emergence of boko harem in 2009 as terrorist group alleged to have been formed by a state government to be used as an instrument of electoral malpractice, which eventually escalated into a full blown terror group today in the country.  "First, it underscores long-standing weaknesses in our security architecture – inadequate intelligence gathering, slow operational response, insufficient inter-agency coordination, and in some cases, the infiltration of criminal elements into local communities and the military without effective tracking....

   AFRICOIN Makes History as One of Africa’s First Regulated Real-World Asset Platforms Under Ghana SEC’s Virtual Asset Sandbox     AFRICOIN, a pioneering blockchain-based real-world asset (RWA) tokenization platform headquartered in Rwanda, today announced a historic milestone after being admitted into the regulatory sandbox of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) of Ghana under the Virtual Asset Service Providers Act, 2025 (Act 1154). The inclusion positions AFRICOIN among the first platforms in Africa to operate within a regulatory environment for tokenized real-world assets, marking a major step toward unlocking Africa’s vast natural wealth through blockchain technology. The announcement follows the SEC Ghana’s official confirmation that it has finalized its regulatory sandbox framework for Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs). The sandbox enables selected companies to pilot their digital asset products and services within a controlled regulatory envir...

  Nigeria’s technology market has seen significant growth in recent years, driven largely by tech bros, startups, tech companies, and professionals who require reliable laptops for productivity and innovation. Amid this expansion, Eagle Way Technology has emerged as a notable player. Starting with a clear vision to provide brand-new and premium used laptops in Nigeria, the company identified a major gap in the market—trust. Many consumers, including businesses and professionals running critical operations, struggled to find reliable vendors, leading to hesitation and poor purchasing decisions. Eagle Way Technology addressed this by focusing on authenticity, consistency, and customer experience. Through strategic positioning and a commitment to quality, the brand has steadily grown its presence. Social media has also played a key role, allowing the company to showcase real customer interactions and build credibility. With its office located in the heart of Lagos at Computer Village,...

  Three Years of Structure, Strategy and Steady Growth: The Dexta Africa Story Three years ago, Dexta Africa Limited began with a simple but ambitious conviction: that real estate in Nigeria could be done differently — with structure, discipline, and long-term institutional thinking.   Today, as the company marks its third anniversary, that conviction has evolved into a growing portfolio of developments across Lagos and Ogun States, strengthened governance, and rising investor confidence within one of Africa’s most complex property markets.   Building in a Deficit Economy   Nigeria’s housing deficit remains estimated at over 20 million units, according to figures referenced by the Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria. Rapid urbanisation, population growth, and infrastructure expansion continue to drive demand for both serviced land and residential housing.   Yet opportunity in the Nigerian real estate sector has always been accompanied by volatility. Between 2023 an...

 In emerging markets, industries rarely fail because of lack of opportunity. They falter because of fragmented standards, inconsistent ethics, and insufficient professional education. Nigeria’s real estate sector — valued at over $20 billion and projected to remain one of Africa’s most dynamic property markets — is no exception. As Dexta Africa marks its third anniversary, the company has chosen not to celebrate with spectacle, but with substance. The milestone is being commemorated through a deliberate investment in the one asset capable of transforming an entire ecosystem: knowledge. A Timely Intervention in a Rapidly Growing Industry Nigeria faces an estimated housing deficit exceeding 20 million units, according to data from the Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria and the Nigeria Mortgage Refinance Company. Urban migration continues to accelerate, while property development expands across Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt and emerging city corridors. Yet industry growth has not always b...

      Best German Language Schools in Lagos and Their Fees (2026 Guide) Germany has become one of the most popular destinations for Nigerians seeking international education, vocational training, and skilled employment opportunities. With thousands of Nigerians applying for study and work opportunities in Germany each year, learning the German language has become an important step for many aspiring migrants. Most German visa and study programs require applicants to demonstrate proficiency in the German language, usually from the A1 beginner level up to B1 or B2 depending on the pathway. Because of this growing demand, several German language institutes in Lagos now offer structured training programs designed to prepare students for international exams and practical communication. If you are planning to learn German in Lagos, here are some of the best German language schools and their estimated fees. Easyway German Language School Easyway German Language School  is on...

     EV World Africa Delivers Electric School Bus Fleet to Abba's Heart Montessori School in Lagos In a landmark move for sustainable education in Nigeria, EV World Africa has successfully delivered an electric fleet to Abba's Heart Montessori School — marking one of the first major school fleet electrification projects in the country. EV World Africa, the continent's leading provider of electric vehicle (EV) solutions and sustainable transportation infrastructure, has announced the successful delivery of the first phase of it’s fleet transition project for Abba's Heart Montessori School in Lagos, Nigeria. The milestone project, now documented in a newly released video, demonstrates the practical and economic viability of electric transportation for schools and educational institutions across the country. The project involved a comprehensive assessment of the school's transportation needs, procurement of suitable electric vehicles, and the deployment of supporting c...

  Demand for German Language Training Rising in Nigeria as More Youth Seek Opportunities in Europe Interest in learning the German language is rapidly increasing across Nigeria as more young professionals and students seek educational and career opportunities in Germany, according to industry observers and training institutions. Language training centres report a noticeable rise in enrollment over the past few years, driven by Germany’s growing demand for skilled workers and international students. With Germany actively expanding pathways for international talent, many Nigerians are now preparing early by acquiring the language skills required to study, work, and integrate successfully into German society. According to experts at Easyway German Language School, one of the emerging german schools in Lagos, awareness around opportunities in Germany has significantly increased among Nigerian youths, particularly those pursuing careers in healthcare, engineering, hospitality, and techn...

  Unovia Technologies LTD today announced the launch of Amber, an AI-powered social media manager designed to help businesses automate customer engagement, lead response, and sales conversations across digital platforms. The launch marks a broader strategic move by the company, which is positioning itself among Africa’s leading AI innovators by building custom AI employees tailored to business operations. Amber is designed to address a growing challenge for businesses operating in an always-on digital environment: delayed responses to customer inquiries often result in lost opportunities. By automating real-time engagement across social platforms, Amber enables businesses to maintain continuous interaction with customers without requiring constant manual oversight. Unlike traditional chatbots, Amber functions as an integrated AI system that connects directly to a company’s existing tools, including calendars, CRM systems, email platforms, payment infrastructure, and internal workfl...

   9 Royalmart Global: Rewriting Nigeria’s Online Shopping Story What happens when an e-commerce brand decides that uncertainty is no longer acceptable? In a market where shoppers often gamble on product quality, delivery timelines, and customer service, 9Royalmart  Global   emerges with a structured alternative. Built as a direct response to the everyday frustrations of Nigerian consumers, the platform positions itself not as another online store, but as a corrective force within the digital retail space. The Nigerian e-commerce environment has grown rapidly, but growth has not always translated into trust. Delayed deliveries, inconsistent product standards, inflated pricing, and weak support systems have shaped buyer skepticism. 9Royalmart Global  was established to dismantle those patterns and replace them with reliability, transparency, and operational discipline. At the center of its model is a simple but firm principle: quality must never be optional . Eve...