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Telecoms Services: 5 Issues Reps should address beyond CEO summonses

By Lukman Omikunle The emerging scenario surrounding the House of Representatives’ summons of telecommunications company chief executives over poor network quality has drawn attention to the persistent frustration of subscribers. In August, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) disclosed that more than 5,000 fibre-optic cable cuts were recorded in Nigeria during the first six months of 2026, largely associated with road construction, excavation and other civil works.

Stable on paper. What about your pocket?

This article does exactly 3 things: Peg the macroeconomic data side by side with the statements made Examine the prospects of the Government’s New baby “New Economy” And most importantly, whether the policies and promised 24hr economy have achieved the intended purpose of reducing the unemployment rate And finally, what the state of unemployment looks like, which was the main issue at hand for which this government was voted into power: a promised 3-shift job system that will create employment and expand economic growth in key sectors. According to the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS), the…

Ghana courts Qatari investors into key sectors of economy

The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Investment Promotion Authority (GIPA), Simon Madjie, has called for increased investment from Qatar into strategic sectors of Ghana’s economy to strengthen bilateral economic relations and promote sustainable growth. Mr Madjie said Ghana’s participation in the forum was aimed at showcasing the country’s investment potential and encouraging Qatari businesses to explore commercially viable opportunities.

MIIF leads 50-hectare forest restoration project in Sekyere Krobo

The Minerals Income Investment Fund (MIIF), in partnership with the Forestry Commission and supported by Zijin Golden Ridge Ghana and other partners has commissioned a five-year project to restore 50 hectares of degraded forest at the Subri River Forest Reserve in Sekyere Krobo, Western Region. MIIF acknowledged the support of the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources, the Forestry Commission, Corporate Ghana, traditional authorities, the District Assembly and the people of Sekyere Krobo.

NT angler second person in history to reel in million-dollar fish

After seeing a red-tagged barramundi leap out of the water, Matthew Maurice said there was "absolute panic" as he tried to reel it in. The Darwinite's fishing skills in that moment have won him $1 million.

Akhilesh pitches Gorakhpur vs Kashi narrative, eyes inroads among Brahmins, business community

Akhilesh Yadav is attempting to make inroads among Brahmins and the Bania community by accusing the Chief Minister and his regime of being anti-Brahmins and Banias

CIBN urges banks to increase lending to MSMEs, honours 755 professionals

Mr Alabi said the honorees’ achievements, leadership and dedication had helped advance the banking profession and contributed to the country's economic growth.

Afreximbank, APPO establish Africa Energy Bank

By Emma Ujah, Abuja Bureau Chief African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) and the African Petroleum Producers’ Organisation (APPO) have established the Africa Energy Bank (AEB). The Africa Energy Bank aims to bridge this financing gap while supporting a just energy transition for African countries.”

NiDCOM Hails ‘Record’ $1.57bn Diaspora Remittance Inflows In Q2 2026

NiDCOM Hails ‘Record’ $1.57bn Diaspora Remittance Inflows Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has welcomed the record $1.57 billion inflow through International Money Transfer Operators (IMTOs) in the second quarter of 2026, describing the development as a strong indication of the continued contribution of Nigerians in the diaspora to the nation’s economic growth and stability.

Show must go on for Melbourne theatre company catfished over ticket sales

A suburban theatre company has been left with a half-empty theatre after being catfished by someone claiming to represent a Melbourne church.

Centre releases ₹4,504-crore additional instalment of tax devolution to Karnataka

Banks sitting on billions in savers' money as interest rates rise

Four interest rate hikes have added hundreds of dollars to mortgages each month, but the story is different for savings accounts.

Joseph Kofi Assempah named CEO of the Year – Print at Ghana CEO Awards

Chief Executive Officer of Assempahfie Graphics, Joseph Kofi Assempah, has been named CEO of the Year – Print at the 5th Ghana CEO Vision and Awards. The business also received the Digital Printing Company of the Year honour at the 2025 Ghana Business and Innovation Awards.

Britain’s housing crisis won’t be fixed without a new tax landscape

We need policies that stop treating property as a store of wealth and that allow people to move home cheaply John Healey’s critics on the right and left accused him of dodging the big questions in his first budget. Healey’s scatter-gun budget, as the Resolution Foundation called it, was more about politics than economics, and unapologetically so.

A world-first focus on long-term outcomes could transform UK government – or create new spending fights

Tucked away in John Healey’s budget is decision to ringfence preventative projects where future savings outweigh initial cost It merited the briefest of mentions in John Healey’s speech and just one paragraph in the 166-page budget document, but some believe it could revolutionise not just public spending but the very process of government itself: a new focus on long-term outcomes. Any spending deemed to be “preventative” – that is, the initial outlay will be more than made up for by future savings – will from now on be ringfenced, meaning it cannot be raided for more immediate needs.

UK charity shop profits plummet amid shift in secondhand clothes market

Oxfam describes ‘exceptionally challenging’ trading after retail profit reportedly fell 23% year on year Profits at some of the UK’s best-known charity shops have plummeted as they face a number of pressures, including from online secondhand clothes platforms, prompting claims that a key part of the sector’s fundraising model could be under threat. According to unpublished accounts seen by the Financial Times, Oxfam’s retail profit fell 23% to £4.9m in the last financial year, compared with £6.4m in the previous year.

Zenith Bank Ghana steps up staff wellness, SME support and digital lending — MD

The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Zenith Bank (Ghana) Limited, Henry C. Onwuzurigbo, says the bank is strengthening its focus on employee wellness, SME financing and digital banking as part of efforts to support business growth and improve customer experience. He further disclosed that Zenith Bank had recently organised a virtual SME Empowerment Programme, which was made available on its YouTube platform to help entrepreneurs understand its products and learn from the experiences of beneficiaries.

Trade union leaders stage satyagraha outside Madhyamam office

Protesters demand steps to resolve the employees’ indefinite strike, which began on September 3. Unions allege that salary arrears are entering their ninth month, with permanent staff receiving only a nominal portion of their February pay.

EU and Canada seek deeper ties amid worsening global uncertainty

Both sides signed a digital trade deal, as Trump's trade threats push Washington's allies to seek closer ties elsewhere.

EKA Mobility plans ₹1,000-crore R&D investment, targets 40,000-unit capacity utilisation by 2030

EKA aims to raise exports to 20-30% of total sales over the next few years. It is exploring further opportunities in the African markets.

OPay withdraws planned $304m US IPO over foreign regulatory inquiry

OPay withdrew its planned US initial public offering later on Friday, but it did not identify the regulator or the nature of the inquiry.

India’s first fusion power company takes key steps

Designs for the first privately built tokamak, a nuclear reactor that uses fusion to produce energy, could be firmed up in 2027 by Bengaluru-based startup Pranos Fusion

Towards recognising women farmers

Maharashtra’s passage of the Women Farmers’ Empowerment Bill, granting women independent recognition as farmers irrespective of land ownership, brings into focus the structural bias against the female agricultural workforce, highlights the need for a database of women farmers and using it to ensure access to welfare schemes

Zenith Bank MD highlights health benefits as bank marks 21st anniversary with wellness walk

The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Zenith Bank (Ghana) Limited, Henry C. Onwuzurigbo, has highlighted the importance of physical fitness and employee wellness, describing the bank’s annual health walk as a key initiative for promoting healthy living and strengthening relationships with customers and stakeholders. Mr Onwuzurigbo made the remarks during the Zenith Health Walk and SME Fair organised as part of activities marking the bank’s 21st anniversary under the theme “21 Years of Excellence, A Future of Possibilities”.