Chelsea to Begin Contract Talks with Nicolas Jackson Following Cole Palmer’s Extension

Chelsea are reportedly preparing to reward Jackson with a contract extension following his impressive debut season, according to The Telegraph. The Senegalese forward initially signed an eight-year deal when he joined the Blues last summer, but the club is now looking to extend that by an additional two years. This extension would not only improve…

Concerns Rise as NERC Mandates Direct Power Purchases from GenCos by DisCos

The recent directive from the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has stirred considerable debate within the power sector. NERC has instructed Distribution Companies (DisCos) to move away from the existing single-buyer model contract with energy generation companies (GenCos). This shift, introduced in July, is part of a broader effort to unbundle the electricity value chain…

Why You Shouldn’t Overlook the Nigerian Stock Market

The Nigerian stock market has surged by approximately 31% this year, entering a bull run despite the country’s challenging economic conditions. Thanks to advancements in technology, investing in Nigerian stocks has become more accessible and transparent. Major companies on the NGX, including Airtel Africa, BUA Cement, Dangote Cement, and MTN Nigeria, boast market capitalizations exceeding…

SERAP Issues 7-Day Ultimatum to Tinubu to Investigate $1.5 Billion World Bank and $3 Billion Chinese Loans to Governors

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on President Bola Tinubu to take decisive action by ordering a comprehensive investigation into the use of significant loans obtained by Nigeria. Specifically, SERAP has urged the President to direct the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Mr. Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, along with…