…Unit 1, Oloti area of Iragbiji, where former governor and Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, was expected to vote, attendees arrived early and checked their names on the register. In Ilesa West, voters at Ward 1, Unit 8, Idiroko/Itakogun were checking their details, while an INEC Assistant Presidi…

…FX-exposed and import-substitution sectors that dominate Nigeria’s real economy. “BOI’s ambition is to double its asset base by 2027 while delivering industrialisation, job creation and economic resilience. By 2026, BOI must already be well into this growth curve, deploying capital at scale into priority sectors and co…

…process at the polling unit of Gboyega Oyetola, the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, during Saturday's governorship election in Osun State.The incident happened at the Lado Hill polling unit in Boripe Local Government Area, where one of the APC-affiliated individuals, wearing an APC tag, approached INEC officials a…

…is a journalist with Legit.ng, covering technology, energy, stocks, investment, and the economy for over a decade.The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has unveiled a new initiative to help families recover unclaimed dividends, dormant investment accounts and other capital market assets belonging to deceased inv…

Nollywood actor Pa James posted a video of himself cooking and eating on TikTok, which quickly went viral on social mediaFans flooded the comment sections with concern after spotting the veteran actor in the clipsPa James has since responded to the reactions, revealing the real reason he took to the kitchenPAY ATTENTIO…

…President Tinubu was undertaking what he described as a fundamental restructuring of an economy weakened by years of accumulated challenges. He, however, stated that the process would not produce immediate results, stressing that economic reforms required time and sustained implementation before their full benefits cou…

The federal ministry of youth development announced the NiYA × Cascador Founders Programme, a new initiative targeting early-stage Nigerian entrepreneursSelected founders will go through a four-week intensive programme covering business fundamentals, pitch preparation and one-on-one mentorshipApplications for the progr…

…is a journalist with Legit.ng, covering technology, energy, stocks, investment, and the economy for over a decade.The price of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), popularly known as cooking gas, has recorded fresh reductions at some major Nigerian depots, with Dangote Refinery and 11 Plc leading the latest downward movement…

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…has over a decade's experience covering energy, MSMEs, technology, banking and the economy.The Debt Management Office (DMO), on behalf of the Federal Government, has announced the reopening of three Federal Government of Nigeria (FGN) bonds worth a combined N1.1 trillion for subscription.According to a

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…issues that should dominate the 2027 political conversation. “We must talk about an economy that moves over 140 million Nigerians currently living in poverty towards prosperity. “We must talk about creating productive jobs and opportunities for our young people in a country where over 60 per cent of the population is y…

…would support Nigeria’s efforts to increase agricultural exports and diversify its economy. He said, “We now have a new programme in OND and HND in Produce Inspection and Export Management. That’s very key.” The minister added, “Agricultural export is a major part of that diversification. Now, having a dedicated progra…

The UK government has outlined specific conditions under which citizenship test applicants will automatically forfeit their application feeForeigners who arrive late, fall ill, or refuse to have their photo taken are among those who will not be reimbursedThe rules cover five distinct situations that disqualify applican…

…sees government appearing to favour data governance as the best way to get the country’s economy thriving again. To prove that point, the Government is tightening the rules on how citizens’ personal information is collected, stored and protected across public institutions. Perhaps, in strengthening confidence in govern…

…MSP Partnership, Bank of America, Ecolab and Xcel Energy to help build a regional SAF economy. Peter Carter, president of Delta Air Lines, joined Geoff Glasrud, Flint Hills Resources; Nick Alfano, EVP and President of Ecolab; Peter Frosch of Greater MSP; U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar; Governor Tim Walz; Congressman Brad F…

…local vessel ownership, boost national fleet capacity, and bolster Nigeria’s blue economy.

…must be larger than equipment ownership. “We must build a Mechanization-as-a-Service economy in which technology reaches the farmer when and where it is needed, at a cost that is commercially viable and sustainably financed. “This is the direction in which Government is moving,” he said. According to the minister, unde…

The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy and leader of the All Progressives Congress in Osun State, Dr. Adegboyega Oyetola, has urged voters across the state to support the party’s governorship candidate, Bola Oyebamiji, in Saturday’s election. Oyetola made the call on Wednesday in Inisa, Odo-Otin Local Government Area,…

…European supply chains. Germany continues to benefit from its industrial base, export economy and dual vocational education system, which helps young people move from training into employment. Denmark’s flexible labour market, combined with strong social protection, has helped maintain high employment. The country’s ap…

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…the engagement welcomed the development, saying the investment will transform the local economy through jobs, improved infrastructure and expanded business opportunities. The youth leadership pledged to provide qualified manpower and support the project, while women representatives welcomed the proposed agricultural em…

…infrastructure development, innovation, enforcement and the transition to a circular economy. Gbadegesin said the state had faced significant challenges at its major dump sites in recent months, particularly during the rainy season, noting that the situation had been worse this year. He said the challenges included flo…

…"Agriculture remained one of the strongest sectors capable of reviving the state's economy if given adequate government support. "I am a farmer, and I practise farming. Farming is about timing and season. It is only farming that can revive the economy if it gets government support. "I will provide farmers with the nece…

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