Nigeria Joins IEA as Association Country, Birol Commends Tinubu, Ekpo
As an Association country, Nigeria will deepen collaboration with the IEA on a broad range of energy issues, including the agency’s expanding engagement across sub-Saharan Africa.
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Jumoke Oduwole says N2.72bn capital allocation inadequate for ministry of trade, investment
The Minister who appealed to the National Assembly for a targeted increase in capital funding stressed that without adequate resources, the ministry’s ability to support President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda and the push for a trillion-dollar economy would be severely constrained.
UBA Lending Business Owners N5bn BoI MSME fund at 9% Interest Rate
I urge eligible businesses to visit any UBA branch or the bank’s official website to begin their application process right away.
Lafarge Africa Shareholders Approve Sales to Huaxin Despite Senate’s Fears
The Group Managing Director/CEO Lolu Alade-Akinyemi highlighted the company’s dedication to innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence.
Global public debt hits $97trn in 2023 – UNCTAD
Said the report: “The number of African countries with debt-to-GDP rations above 60 percent has increased from 6 to 27 between 2013 and 2023.
Kano Picks Garment, Dairy, and Dyeing Industries for Tunisian Investors
Kano State is set to strengthen its partnership with Tunisia in several key sectors, including garment production, dairy processing, and dyeing industries. This collaboration aims to leverage the expertise and resources of both regions to foster economic growth. During a recent meeting at the Government House in Kano, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf welcomed the Tunisian…
NUPENG and Dangote Dispute over Union Memberships
The situation escalated when MRS Oil, owned by Dangote’s cousin Sayyu Dantata, began recruiting drivers for the CNG trucks and required them to sign agreements prohibiting union membership.
NAFDAC’s Sachet Alcohol Ban: A Costly Policy Mistake in the Making – MAN
This ban could have severe repercussions, including:- Loss of over N1.9 trillion in investments, primarily from indigenous Nigerian companies.
Illict Trade : WTO estimates $30-50bn annual losses to food industry fraud
The impacts of illicit trade can be far-reaching, affecting different segments of society and the economy
President Tinubu Working Out Tariff Slash for Media Industry
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has assured the media industry owners of tariffs slash on imported newsprint, plates, chemicals, including radio and television broadcast equipment, which currently attract tariffs of 5 to 10 percent. The tariffs slash is aimed at cushioning the harsh economic headwinds affecting local media across all platforms. President Tinubu gave this assurance…