Fidelity Bank Begins Giving Out FG’s MSME Intervention Funds
Business News

Fidelity Bank Begins Giving Out FG’s MSME Intervention Funds

Business Tier One Lender, Fidelity Bank Plc, has commenced the disbursement of the Federal Government of Nigeria’s (FGN) MSME Intervention Funds, administered by the Bank of Industry (BOI), to qualified SMES with a strategic focus on empowering women-owned businesses across the country. The FGN MSME Intervention Fund is designed to provide accessible financing to micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) across all 36 states of the federation. The intervention aligns with Fidelity Bank’s commitment to inclusive economic growth and its long-standing support for Nigeria’s SME sector. In this phase of the disbursement, the bank is prioritizing women entrepreneurs, reinforcing its belief in the catalytic role of women-led enterprises in driving sustainable development and job creation. Speaking on the development, Osita Ede, Divisional Head, Product Development at Fidelity Bank Plc, said, “As a bank deeply committed to the...
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There’s a new outbreak of Ebola in Africa. Here’s what you need to know
Health News

There’s a new outbreak of Ebola in Africa. Here’s what you need to know

The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has declared a new Ebola outbreak in Kasai Province. It’s caused by the most severe strain: Zaire Ebola virus. This outbreak began with a 34-year-old pregnant woman who was admitted to hospital on August 20 and died five days later. Two health workers who treated her also became infected and died. By September 15, there were 81 confirmed cases and 28 deaths, including four health workers. The DRC has had 15 prior Ebola epidemics, with the largest in 2019 and the most recent in 2022. But genetic analysis shows the outbreak likely began after a spillover from an animal to a human, rather than a continuation of earlier outbreaks. How does it spread and what are the symptoms?Ebola virus disease was first identified in 1976...
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Atiku hails Hilda Baci for breaking world record with Nigerian Jollof rice
Politics

Atiku hails Hilda Baci for breaking world record with Nigerian Jollof rice

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has extended his congratulations to celebrity chef Hilda Baci and food brand Gino after they entered the record books with the largest serving of Nigerian-style Jollof rice. Atiku described the accomplishment as more than a culinary milestone, noting that it reflects the ingenuity and determination of Nigerians to excel on the global stage. He said the recognition is “yet another reminder that our people can break records, set standards, and inspire the world,” adding that such achievements continue to strengthen national pride. The record-breaking event has further spotlighted Nigerian Jollof, a dish long celebrated across West Africa, and placed it on an international platform through the efforts of Baci and her collaborators. Atiku urged more Nigerians to take inspiration from the feat and continue to showcase the country’s culture, creativity, and resilience in diverse...
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New statistical tool enhances prediction accuracy
Science & Technology

New statistical tool enhances prediction accuracy

Taeho. Holding: Chrisol Kreschol. An international team of mathematicians, led by Lehigh University statistician Taeho Kim, has introduced an innovative method that could significantly improve how scientists make predictions, especially in fields like health, biology, and the social sciences. The new approach is designed to make predictions that better agree with actual outcomes. Based on this idea, researchers...
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