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Made in Nigeria: How Local Businesses Can Compete with Imported Products and Foreign Brands.

26Oct

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Made in Nigeria: How Local Businesses Can Compete with Imported Products and Foreign Brands.

SNOW TV BUSINESS NEWS DESKNigerian businesses are being encouraged to strengthen local production, improve product quality, and embrace innovation to compete effectively with imported goods and established foreign brands.Across the manufacturing, fashion, and consumer goods sectors, local entrepreneurs have continued to explore opportunities to meet domestic demand while creating jobs and contributing to economic growth. However, challenges such as high production costs, unreliable electricity, limited access to affordable financing, inadequate infrastructure, and competition from cheaper imports remain significant obstacles.Industry observers argue that improving the competitiveness of locally made products requires investment in modern technology, skilled labor, and effic...

Ebola Patient Reportedly Evacuated from Nigeria via Air Ambulance

26Oct

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Ebola Patient Reportedly Evacuated from Nigeria via Air Ambulance

SNOW TV NEWS DESKA woman reportedly diagnosed with Ebola virus disease in Nigeria was evacuated from the country early this morning aboard a medical evacuation aircraft, according to sources cited by ARISE News.The evacuation reportedly took place at the private jet terminal of the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja, where the aircraft was said to have been positioned ahead of the operation.According to ARISE News, a source had earlier disclosed that the patient, identified as the wife of a Swiss diplomat in Nigeria, was expected to be flown out of the country at about 6:00 a.m.A news crew deployed to the airport’s General Aviation Terminal later observed a convoy of three vehicles arriving from Abuja city center. The convoy reportedly included diplomatic veh...

Ibeju-Lekki Residents Threaten Protest Over Persistent Power Outages

26Oct

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Ibeju-Lekki Residents Threaten Protest Over Persistent Power Outages

SNOW TV NEWS DESKIBEJU-LEKKI, LAGOS STATE—Residents of Ibeju-Lekki and neighboring communities are poised to stage a protest over persistent electricity supply failures, raising concerns about the impact of prolonged power outages on businesses, households, and social activities across the rapidly developing area.The planned protest reflects growing frustration among residents who depend on electricity for their daily activities, including small-scale businesses, commercial operations, water supply, food preservation, and domestic needs.Ibeju-Lekki, which has witnessed significant residential, commercial, and industrial development in recent years, is home to communities whose demand for reliable electricity continues to grow. However, inadequate power supply, where experie...

Ballon d’Or: Football’s Finest Gather in London for Historic Awards

26Oct

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Sports

Ballon d’Or: Football’s Finest Gather in London for Historic Awards

SNOW TV SPORTS NEWS DESKThe football world turns its attention to London on Monday as the 2026 Ballon d’Or ceremony takes place at the London Palladium, marking the 70th anniversary of one of the sport’s most prestigious individual honors.The ceremony, scheduled for 8 p.m. local time, will be held outside Paris for the first time in the award’s history. It will celebrate outstanding performances during the 2025/26 season, with the winners of the men’s and women’s awards among the evening’s major attractions.The men’s category features a competitive field of 30 nominees, including defending champion Ousmane Dembélé of Paris Saint-Germain, Barcelona’s teenage sensation Lamine Yamal, England captain Harry Kane, Kylian Mbappé, and eight-time winner Lionel Messi.Kane, Ya...

Marriage Under Pressure: Are Financial Problems Becoming a Major Threat to Modern Relationships?

26Oct

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Life Style

Marriage Under Pressure: Are Financial Problems Becoming a Major Threat to Modern Relationships?

SNOW TV NEWS DESKFinancial difficulties are placing increasing pressure on marriages and intimate relationships, as unemployment, rising living costs, and growing financial expectations make it harder for couples to maintain stability and meet family responsibilities.For many households, the challenge extends beyond paying bills. Housing, food, transportation, healthcare, education, and childcare expenses can strain limited incomes, leaving couples struggling to balance financial obligations with their emotional needs.Unemployment and irregular earnings can further complicate family life. When one partner loses a job or struggles to contribute financially, disagreements may arise over household responsibilities, spending decisions, and expectations about providing for t...

Agriculture Is More Than Farming: Five Business Opportunities Nigerians Should Not Ignore

26Oct

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Business

Agriculture Is More Than Farming: Five Business Opportunities Nigerians Should Not Ignore

SNOW TV BUSINESS NEWS DESKAgriculture remains one of Nigeria’s most important economic sectors, offering opportunities beyond crop cultivation and livestock rearing. As the country grapples with food inflation, unemployment, and rising business costs, attention is increasingly turning to the wider agricultural value chain, where entrepreneurs and investors can create jobs, reduce food waste, and improve access to essential commodities.Although farming remains fundamental to food production, several other activities are necessary to move agricultural products from farms to consumers. Five areas stand out as potential business opportunities for Nigerians seeking to participate in the sector.Food Processing and PackagingFood processing offers entrepreneurs opportunitie...

Millions of Young Voices, One Big Question: Will Nigeria’s Youth Shape the 2027 Election or Watch from the Sidelines?

26Oct

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Millions of Young Voices, One Big Question: Will Nigeria’s Youth Shape the 2027 Election or Watch from the Sidelines?

SNOW TV POLITICAL NEWS DESKAs Nigeria moves towards the 2027 general election, the role of young people is emerging as a critical question for the country’s democratic future. With youths representing a significant share of the population, their participation could influence electoral outcomes, strengthen accountability, and reshape political priorities. However, whether this potential will translate into meaningful political power remains uncertain.Young Nigerians have increasingly used social media to discuss governance, challenge political leaders, and mobilize around issues such as unemployment, insecurity, education, economic hardship, and corruption. The 2020 #EndSARS protests demonstrated the capacity of young people to organize beyond traditional political structures and dr...

Mbappé Braces for Real Madrid’s El Clásico Victory Over Barcelona

25Oct

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Mbappé Braces for Real Madrid’s El Clásico Victory Over Barcelona

SNOW TV SPORTS NEWS DESKKylian Mbappé scored twice, including a dramatic 87th-minute winner, as Real Madrid defeated Barcelona in a thrilling El Clásico encounter.Mbappé opened the scoring shortly before half-time when Gerard Martín’s attempted clearance deflected off the French forward and beat goalkeeper Joan García.Barcelona responded in the second half through captain Raphinha, who converted Pedri’s pass to level the contest. Goalkeeper Andriy Lunin then produced a crucial save to deny Martín and keep Real Madrid in the game.With the match seemingly heading for a draw, Jude Bellingham initiated a brilliant attacking move before substitute Eduardo Camavinga supplied Mbappé, who finished into an empty net to secure victory for the visitors.The result e...

Beyond the Ballot Box: Five Questions INEC Must Answer to Build Voter Confidence Before 2027

25Oct

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Beyond the Ballot Box: Five Questions INEC Must Answer to Build Voter Confidence Before 2027

SNOW TV POLITICAL NEWS DESKABUJA—With Nigeria’s 2027 general elections approaching, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) faces growing scrutiny over voter accreditation, election-day logistics, electronic results transmission, candidate disputes, and the handling of electoral complaints.In an October 7 update, INEC said preparations had advanced to technology testing, election material production, staff recruitment, and logistics planning. The commission also announced plans to stress-test its Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS) and conduct a mock accreditation exercise.However, an August assessment by the International Republican Institute (IRI) warned that unresolved legal ambiguities, security concerns, and public distrust could undermine confid...

2027: Will Nigerian Voters Reward Tinubu’s Reforms or Punish the Government at the Ballot Box?

25Oct

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2027: Will Nigerian Voters Reward Tinubu’s Reforms or Punish the Government at the Ballot Box?

SNOW TV POLITICAL NEWS DESKAs Nigeria prepares for the January 16, 2027, presidential election, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s economic reforms, rising living costs, unemployment, and persistent insecurity are emerging as key issues in the debate over his administration’s record. The president formally launched his re-election campaign in Kaduna on October 24, defending his economic policies amid public concerns about the cost of living.The removal of petrol subsidies and changes to the foreign-exchange system have helped improve public finances and investor confidence, according to the government. However, the benefits have yet to ease the financial pressure facing many households.Nigeria’s headline inflation rate fell to 14.63 per cent in September 2026, but food inflation rem...