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Nigeria Must Cut Imports, Harness Population for Industrial Growth — Minister

The Minister of State for Industry, Senator John Owan, has warned that Nigeria’s large population will not automatically translate into economic growth unless...

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Global Trade Holds Firm as WTO Chief Urges Reform Amid Rising Uncertainty

Global trade continues to show resilience despite mounting disruptions and a surge in protectionist policies, according to the head of the World Trade...

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UBA Foundation Extends Outreach to Orphanages and IDP Camps Across Nigeria

UBA Foundation has continued its nationwide philanthropic efforts, reaching beneficiaries in orphanages and Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camps across Nigeria. The foundation’s outreach...

Economy

NLNG Empowers 32 Journalists in 3-Day Digital Media Workshop

Thirty-two journalists from across Nigeria participated in a strategic three-day capacity-building workshop in Abuja, designed to equip media professionals with advanced skills in...

Economy

EFCC Exposes Banks, Fintechs for Facilitating N180.7 Billion in Fraudulent Transactions

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has revealed systemic lapses in Nigeria’s financial sector, disclosing that commercial banks, fintech companies, and microfinance...

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Lagos Mainland Chairman Bans Overnight Stays in Oyingbo Market Over Security Concerns

The Chairman of Lagos Mainland Local Government Area, Mr. Jubril Emilagba, has issued a directive prohibiting individuals from sleeping within Oyingbo Market in...

Economy

FG Directs Free Installation of Smart Meters, Warns Against Extortion by DisCos

The Federal Government has ordered electricity distribution companies (DisCos) and meter installers to provide smart meters to all customers free of charge, warning...

Economy

Jigawa State Approves N1 Billion Recapitalisation for State-Owned Savings and Loans Firm

The Jigawa State Executive Council has approved a N1 billion recapitalisation of Jigawa Savings and Loans Limited to strengthen its financial position and...

Economy

Afreximbank Ends Credit Rating Relationship with Fitch Ratings

The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has officially announced the termination of its credit rating relationship with Fitch Ratings, marking a significant shift in...

Economy

Federal Government Signs Concession Agreement for Enugu Airport to Modernize Aviation Infrastructure

The federal government has formally signed the concession agreement for Akanu Ibiam International Airport, Enugu, marking a significant step in the modernization of...