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signaling renewed confidence in the country's foreign exchange market. Guaranty Trust Bank, United Bank for Africa, and Wema Bank have announced that customers can now use their naira-denominated Mastercards and Visa cards for global payments, online shopping, and ATM withdrawals—restoring access that had been suspended during the 2022–2023 FX crisis. Analysts link this positive shift to recent Central Bank of Nigeria reforms, improved FX liquidity, diaspora remittances, and a stronger naira. For many Nigerians, especially SMEs and digital consumers, this is a welcome relief that could ease cross-border transactions and subscription

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Nigeria and Brazil have inked a $1 billion deal to transform agriculture and strengthen energy, food security, and defense ties. Announced during Brazilian Vice President Geraldo Alckmin’s visit to Abuja, the agreement will deploy mechanized farming tools, training, and service centers across Nigeria to modernize its largely subsistence-based agricultural sector. Nigerian Vice President Kashim Shettima highlighted the shift, reiterating that the country is moving from subsistence to scalable farming. He also stated that Nigeria is making efforts to boost investment in gas, refining, and renewables. The agricultural and energy invest

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The Recording Academy recently announced that, starting with the 68th Grammy Awards, there will be a “Best Album Cover” category. But what if this category had always existed? Fela Kuti’s politically charged “Original Suffer Head” could have clinched the prize, as could have Lady Donli’s “Enjoy Your Life.” Likewise, rapper A-Reece’s “Today’s Tragedy, Tomorrow’s Memory,” The Cavemen’s “Roots,” and Thandiswa’s sci-fi influenced cover art for her 2009 project “Ibokwe.” The cover of Angelique Kidjo’s 2014 project “Eve” also makes an appearance, as does Seyi Vibez’s “Thy Kingdom Come,” The Lijadu Sisters’ “Horizon Unlimited,” Hugh Maseke

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Vincencia Adusei, founder of VASE Ghana Estates, is helping Ghana’s diaspora build wealth and deepen cultural roots through real estate and immersive travel. Her flagship project, Dichemso Vista—a 60-unit luxury condo complex near Kumasi’s new airport—offers secure investment opportunities for those abroad. Diaspora Ghanaians who make a purchase will not only grow their portfolio but also contribute to Kumasi’s economic development, particularly through job creation. Complementing this is a 14-day cultural tour across Ghana from December 22, 2025, offering a blend of heritage experiences and real estate insight. From Accra to Cape C

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That’s an exciting development for the 2030 World Cup! The Grand Stade Hassan II, with its planned 115,000-seat capacity, could become a historic venue for global football. Positioned as the centerpiece of Morocco’s hosting efforts, it would surpass many of the world's current largest stadiums in terms of scale and design. Populous, the firm behind the project, is known for designing some of the most iconic sports venues, so expectations will be high. Given Morocco's footballing passion and the significance of co-hosting with Spain and Portugal, this stadium could be a major legacy project for the region.

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