Prime Business AfricaHere we present to you the top Prime Business Africa story headlines for the week.
Behold Top Richest Politician In Nigeria 2023
Politics in African society, seems to be one of the most lucrative professions even though it is an avenue for offering public service.
Some politicians make their wealth with a combination of investment in businesses and earnings from political offices held. Read more:
https://www.primebusiness.africa/behold-top-10-richest-politicians-in-africa-2023/
25 Visa-Free, Visa-On-Arrival Countries For Nigerians
Are you looking to Japa (local parlance for escape) from the current economic hardship in Nigeria and cool off in a different country without going through the rigorous process of securing a visa first?
Well, you are in luck, as there are 25 countries, on different continents, you can visit with a Nigerian passport without securing a visa. Read more:
https://www.primebusiness.africa/25-visa-free-visa-on-arrival-countries-for-nigerians/
CBN Issues 6 New Forex Directives To GTB, Zenith Others, Increases Domiciliary Account Withdrawal Limit To $10,000 Daily
The domiciliary account withdrawal limit has been increased to $10,000 per day by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), as the apex bank issues six new directives to Deposit Money Banks (DMBs). Read more:
https://www.primebusiness.africa/gtbank-zenith-others-receive-6-new-forex-directives-from-cbn/
Go To Court: Nigerian Judiciary as instrument of civil tyranny
In every civil society, social institutions like the courts stand as the final and important arbiters in social relationships, especially when they go sour.
However, in Nigeria, ‘go to court’ has recently become a refrain in jokes… Read more:
https://www.primebusiness.africa/go-to-court/
10 Benefits of CBN’s Exchange Rate Unification
The Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise (CPPE) hails the bold step taken by the Tinubu administration to unify the naira exchange rate and unlock the huge potentials for investment, jobs and capital flows. Read more:
https://www.primebusiness.africa/10-gains-of-cbns-exchange-rate-unification-cppe/
3 Short Nollywood Actors Whose Ages Will Shock You
No doubt, Aki and Pawpaw quickly comes to your mind. But there are also other Nollywood actors of same nature as the duo. Read more:
https://www.primebusiness.africa/photos-3-short-nollywood-actors-whose-ages-will-shock-you/
40 Hidden Business Opportunities in Nigeria: No Capital Needed
Nigeria, often referred to as the “Giant of Africa,” is a land of immense potential and abundant business opportunities. With a population of over 200 million and a thriving economy, the country offers numerous avenues for entrepreneurial success. Read more:
https://www.primebusiness.africa/40-hidden-business-opportunities-in-nigeria-no-capital-needed/
Why I Chose To Unify Exchange Rate, Refused to Partake in Arbitrage- Tinubu
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu says he could have chosen to maintain the hitherto multiple foreign exchange systems and benefit from it, but instead opted to unify the official and parallel market rates to save the country from financial challenges. Read more:
Soludo’s Lagos Meeting With Anambra People in Pictures
Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo on Thursday, 22 June 2023 had a Townhall meeting with indigenes of the state residing in Lagos to discuss how they can contribute to the development of the home state. Read more:
https://www.primebusiness.africa/soudos-lagos-meeting-with-anambra-people-in-pictures/
Diet Coke’s Sweetener To Be Classified As Cancer- Causing Ingredient
The artificial sweetener used in Diet Coke, Aspartame, is to be classified by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) as an ingredient that causes cancer. Read more:
https://www.primebusiness.africa/diet-cokes-sweetener-to-be-classified-as-cancer-causing-ingredient/
What To Watch On Netflix In July: “Titanic”‘, “The Lincoln Lawyer, Others
In July, get ready for a sizzling summer with Netflix exciting lineup of releases. Prepare to indulge in both new and classic titles that will keep you entertained throughout the month. Read more:
https://www.primebusiness.africa/what-to-watch-on-netflix-in-july-titanic-the-lincoln-lawyer-others/
Conditions To Obtain Nigeria’s Brown Card For Permanent Residency
In what looks like the United States “Green Card”, the Nigerian government recently introduced the “Brown Card”, a legal document that allows qualified foreign nationals to have permanent residency status in the country. Read more:
https://www.primebusiness.africa/conditions-to-obtain-nigerias-brown-card-for-permanent-residency/
Lagos Serial Building Collapse, Ethnic Politics And The Igbo Outcry
The recent collapse of a seven-story building in Banana Island, Lagos, was one tragedy too many for a country that is now the worst rated in such incidents in Africa. Not surprisingly, instead of calling attention to the ugly spate of building tumbles in Lagos state, the collapse threw up the usual ethnic politics in Nigeria. Read more
https://www.primebusiness.africa/lagos-serial-building-collapse-ethnic-politics-and-igbo-outcry/
Video Update: Man Overrun By Police Vehicle Still Alive!
The Nigerian man who police officers handcuffed and overran with patrol vehicle has been found to be alive and recuperating in an unidentified hospital after he sustained serious injuries during the attack.
The police patrol team in Ekpoma, Esan West Local Government Area of Edo State, was said to have handcuffed the man and ran over him with a Toyota Sienna car as seen in a trending video on Friday June 30, 2023. Read more
https://www.primebusiness.africa/video-update-man-overrun-by-police-vehicle-still-alive/
Anambra Law Student Wins 2023 Princess Diana Award
A24-year-old student at the Nigerian Law School from Anambra State, Onyinye Omenugha, has won the prestigious Diana Award.
The award is annually conferred on outstanding young persons in the United Kingdom and around the globe. Read more
https://www.primebusiness.africa/anambra-law-student-wins-2023-princess-diana-award/
Sudan Conflict: RSF Claims Capturing Key Police Base In Khartoum
As the conflict in Sudan rages on, the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) Sunday, claimed that it has captured a key Police headquarters in Khartoum, the country’s capital.
The Paramilitary group which has been in conflict with the Sudanese army since April, said it took control of the Central Reserve Police base in Southern Khartoum during heavy battle. Read more
https://www.primebusiness.africa/sudan-conflict-rsf-claims-capturing-key-police-base-in-khartoum/
Top 20 Traditional Rulers Dethroned In Nigerian History
Nigeria’s traditional polity has had its own fair share of turbulence, looking back in time. The earliest political system which is closer to the people brings to reality the axiom that “man is a social animal.” Read more
https://www.primebusiness.africa/top-20-traditional-rulers-dethroned-in-nigerian-history/
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