…2026 Citizens' and Stakeholders' Engagement of the Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy. The engagement, themed "From Policy to Action: Mobilising Sub-National Governments for Effective Implementation of Nigeria's National Policy on Marine and Blue Economy," brought together government officials, diplomats, deve…

…us for discussions outside the courtroom. I always remind my colleagues that Nigeria's economy is fragile. We must not do anything that will unnecessarily drive away investment. Think about the millions of Nigerians who depend on Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp every day. Students use these platforms, market women us…

…about N3tn and noted that the Bama-Banki and Dikwa-Gamboru-Ngala roads would open up the economy, facilitate military operations, improve security and attract investment. The Minister of Works, David Umahi, said the projects were first awarded in 2021 at a combined cost of about N55bn but were delayed due to insecurity…

…protected more than N90.60bn in economic value for Nigerian shippers and the wider economy. "Within the period under review, the council protected over N90.60bn in economic value for Nigerian shippers and the national economy. "This includes preventing N86.06bn in unjustified demurrage payments and securing savings of…

…to stimulate economic growth, support businesses, create jobs and stabilise the economy. He called on the National Assembly to immediately convene investigative hearings into the IMF findings and urged the Auditor-General of the Federation to conduct a comprehensive audit of all alleged off-budget expenditures. Atiku a…

…investment opportunities and engage potential partners in financing key sectors of the economy. "At APM Terminals, we recognise that the transition to sustainable transport begins at our ports. This is why we have invested heavily in modernising Nigeria's maritime infrastructure. Today, we are building the foundation f…

…live in constant fear of the next attack. Agriculture remains the backbone of the local economy in Ughelli North. Thousands of residents depend on farming for survival, cultivating cassava, yam, maize, vegetables, and other crops. However, recurring attacks have forced many farmers to abandon their farmlands, resulting…

…Recognising the strategic importance of the solid minerals sector to Plateau State's economy, Governor Caleb Mutfwang has embarked on measures aimed at sanitising mining activities and improving security around mining communities. Soon after assuming office, the governor ordered a review of mining activities across the…

…Nigeria is a moderately indebted country, meaning it has less debt relative to its economy than most of its neighbours and many other countries,” he said. “Nigeria is in a very different situation than Ghana, for example, which is going through a debt restructuring.” Verghis defended government borrowing as a necessary…

…reaffirming its commitment to ensuring that Nigeria's transition to a low-carbon economy creates decent jobs, protects workers and promotes inclusive economic growth. The project, funded by the French Government through the ILO's technical cooperation programme, was launched on Thursday at the UN House in Abuja, bringi…

…conflicts annually. The US baby-marriage with armed conflicts indicates a hereditary war economy. It seems to have an establishment that rejoices at the approach of war. I am not sure the rhetoric of its current President to annihilate other peoples has ever been heard before in human history. For instance, in April 20…

…best practices, emerging technologies and the demands of a rapidly evolving digital economy,” Kayode Adegoke, NIMC’s Head of Corporate Communications, said in a statement announcing the law. The new law gives NIMC legal responsibility for securing digital identities, protecting sensitive personal data, managing the cou…

…institution in line with President Bola Tinubu's vision of building a $1tn economy. The politician said the initiative would better equip Nigerian graduates with practical skills, promote entrepreneurship and enhance their contribution to national development. While commending the policy, Nwosu advised the Federal Gove…

…initiative is designed to equip learners with digital skills required for the modern economy. The Bilingual Schools and Alternative Schools programmes are expected to improve inclusion and expand access to education for vulnerable groups, particularly girls and out-of-school children. UBEC Executive Secretary, Hajiya A…

…They are not a burden to be managed. They are the engine of the one-trillion-dollar economy we are building and the hope of this nation.” Explaining the rationale behind the reforms, the President said the government is transforming the NYSC from a mobilisation scheme into a national development platform focused on ski…

…had been the driving force behind China's transformation into the world's second-largest economy and a major engine of global growth. According to the envoy, China's rapid economic development and long-term social stability were achieved under the CPC's leadership, which has remained committed to national rejuvenation…

…marketplace, but by plugging into the same supply chains. Modern Rails for Africa’s Economy: How Fincra is helping businesses collect, pay out, convert, and settle across African markets. Read more here. Banking Kenya’s banking sector is reshuffling its leadership again Abdi Mohamed. Image: Absa In Kenya’s banking circ…

…to Nairobi reflects the city’s growing importance in shaping the continent’s digital economy. Kenya has long been regarded as East Africa’s innovation gateway, helped by the early success of mobile money, a relatively mature startup ecosystem, and the presence of regional offices for global technology companies. In rec…

…Derby, Professor Stephan Reiff-Marganiec, said preparing the workforce for an AI-driven economy would require stronger partnerships between universities, businesses, and local communities. He said developing local talent was critical to ensuring people could take advantage of emerging technological opportunities as AI…

…to him, the returnees were law-abiding and contributed positively to the South African economy.He said they did not deserve the treatment they received.The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the 269 Nigerians arrived at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, at 10.48 a.m. on Tuesday aboard an Air Pea…

…market opportunities. "As we speak, over 50 organisations across various sectors of the economy are actively progressing towards full adoption of IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards. These organisations cut across banking, financial services, manufacturing, industrial goods, consumer goods, oil and gas, telecommun…

…to support it. Credit penetration remained low by global standards, large parts of the economy operated informally and traditional lenders had little appetite for small borrowers. The total addressable market looked enormous. If hundreds of millions of people lacked access to formal credit, then surely the opportunity…

…commercial banks can. The regulator expects customer deposits to flow back into the real economy through lending rather than sit in low-risk assets. The recommended maximum microloan is ₦500,000 ($362.08) for Tier 2 Unit MFBs and ₦1 million ($724.15) for other categories of microfinance banks. SME loans can exceed ₦500…

…to be a clear channel for abundance. Your financial reality has never been about the economy, your education, your connections, or even your effort. It's been about your beliefs-the invisible architecture determining what you can build. You've been trying to construct a mansion of wealth on a foundation of scarcity bel…

…through the narrow lens of a visa stamp. Africa's most populous nation, its largest economy, a country of 220 million people whose cultural exports have conquered streaming platforms from London to Los Angeles, and yet, the Nigerian passport remains one of the least respected travel documents on earth. Not because Nige…