26 h. ago “Tinubu’s $1 Trillion Economy Vision Closer To Reality” – Senate

The Senate Committee on Capital Market has expressed confidence that President Bola Tinubu’s goal of a $1 trillion economy is now achievable, following the signing of the Investment and Securities Bill 2025 into law. Senator Osita Izunaso, chairman of the committee and sponsor of the bill, highlighted that the new legislation would facilitate economic growth […] The post “Tinubu’s $1 Trillion Economy Vision Closer To Reality” – Senate appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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26 h. ago Business leaders push for policy consistency to boost Nigeria’s economic resilience

Business leaders and policymakers gathered at the American Business Council’s (ABC) first quarterly Economic Update for 2025 to discuss strategies read more Business leaders push for policy consistency to boost Nigeria’s economic resilience

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27 h. ago New Investment Act will make $1trn economy goal attainable — Senator Izunaso

Tribune Online New Investment Act will make $1trn economy goal attainable — Senator Izunaso Senator representing Imo west and Chairman Senate Committee on Capital Market, Osita Izunaso, has expressed the confidence that the newly signed Investment and Securities Bill 2025 will make feasible the present administration projection of $1trn economy goal. He also said the new Act signed into law will make accessibility to the capital market seamless for […] New Investment Act will make $1trn economy goal attainable — Senator Izunaso Tribune Online

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36 h. ago “Nigeria Economy Would’ve Been Better Under My Watch In Two Years Unlike That Of Tinubu” – Peter Obi

Former presidential candidate of Labour Party, Peter Obi has berated President Bola Tinubu’s led administration over its approach to Nigeria’s economy. Obi also accused Tinubu’s government over implementing economic policies, saying that are responsible for hardship facing many Nigerians. Speaking on Tuesday during an interview with Arise TV, the former governor of Anambra State faulted […] The post “Nigeria Economy Would’ve Been Better Under My Watch In Two Years Unlike That Of Tinubu” – Peter Obi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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56 h. ago How SMEs can survive and thrive in 2025’s tough economy using AI and other new technologies

The Nigerian economy in 2025 is facing a tough road, balancing between ongoing struggles and cautious hope. Recent government policies, read more How SMEs can survive and thrive in 2025’s tough economy using AI and other new technologies

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59 h. ago ISA 2025: Crypto legalised, Ponzi schemes banned, and other key takeaways

On March 29, 2025, President Tinubu signed the Investment and Securities Act (2024) into law, replacing the 2007 version. The read more ISA 2025: Crypto legalised, Ponzi schemes banned, and other key takeaways

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4 d. ago 2025 Obafemi Awolowo Memorial Webinar: True economic liberation means building African ownership over African wealth for all ―Kagoro

Tribune Online 2025 Obafemi Awolowo Memorial Webinar: True economic liberation means building African ownership over African wealth for all ―Kagoro Brian Kagoro’s remarks at the Awo Leadership Webinar on March 6, 2025. IN trying times, it is not despair but courage and resilience that define a people. President Thabo Mbeki once reminded us that gloom and despondency have never defeated adversity. And President Julius Nyerere echoed this when he said, “Unity will not make us […] 2025 Obafemi Awolowo Memorial Webinar: True economic liberation means building African ownership over African wealth for all ―Kagoro Tribune Online

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7 d. ago Oyo chamber seeks more govt participation to boost agriculture

The President of Council of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines, and Agriculture in Oyo State, Daniel Gbadero has sought active participation of Ministries, Departments and Agencies to unlock agricultural potential in the state. He made this call during a press briefing in preparation for the 2025 EXPOYO, themed: “Achieving Food Security and Economic Stability in Read More

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7 d. ago EXPOYO 2025: Oyo Int’l Trade Fair poised to boost economic Growth – Commissioner

From Taiwo Oluwadare, Ibadan   The Oyo State government has announced that the 2025 International Trade Fair, EXPOYO 2025, will play a pivotal role in driving economic growth while showcasing the state’s rich agricultural potential.   The Commissioner for Investment, Trade, Cooperatives, and Industry, Hon. Adeniyi Adebisi, disclosed that the trade fair will be held […] The post EXPOYO 2025: Oyo Int’l Trade Fair poised to boost economic Growth – Commissioner appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Five percent GDP growth target aligns with China’s actual conditions

By Aidoghie Paulinus In its latest government work report, China has set an economic growth target of around five percent for 2025, a figure officials describe as a pragmatic balance between domestic realities and global uncertainties. Head of the group responsible for drafting the 2025 government work report and Director of the Research Office of […] The post Five percent GDP growth target aligns with China’s actual conditions appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Labour Union Threatens To Shutdown Economy If Rivers Emergency Rule Is Not Reversed

Organised Labour has issued warning to President Bola Tinubu’s administration to reverse the declaration of state of emergency in Rivers State. The union noted that its may be forced to take action that could disrupt national economic activities if Governor Sim Fubara, his Deputy, Ngozi Nma and the state’s House of Assembly did not return […] The post Labour Union Threatens To Shutdown Economy If Rivers Emergency Rule Is Not Reversed appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Pension Fund Assets Deplete 100% In Dollar Terms Despite N16.06trn Gain

While the nation’s pension fund assets grew by N16.06 trillion, inflation, forex volatility and naira depreciation depleted the assets over 100 per cent in dollar terms in the last 10 years, LEADERSHIP Sunday can exclusively reveal. LEADERSHIP investigation shows that, as at June 2014, when one dollar was exchanging at N163, the pension assets were […]

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1 week ago 9 international trade agreements impacting Nigeria’s economy in 2025

Nigeria’s economic future hangs in the balance as the ‘African giant’ grapples with a rapidly evolving global landscape. With a read more 9 international trade agreements impacting Nigeria’s economy in 2025

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1 week ago VeryDarkMan Plans Business Collaboration Between Nigeria, China Amid Economic Shifts

Social media critic Verydarkman (VDM), whose real name is Martins Vincent Otse, has shared his plan to connect Nigerian entrepreneurs interested in doing business with Chinese manufacturers. VeryDarkMan, who has been in China for several weeks, revealed in a video posted on his Instagram page on Thursday that Chinese manufacturers have approached him with lucrative […] The post VeryDarkMan Plans Business Collaboration Between Nigeria, China Amid Economic Shifts appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Diaspora remittances to boost consumer spending by 6% – Mastercard

Payment technology firm Mastercard has listed remittance inflow as one of the factors that would drive consumer spending in Nigeria up by about six per cent in 2025. This was disclosed in its Mastercard Economics Institute’s 2025 Economic Outlook for Nigeria: Steering through Change. The Mastercard Economics Institute’s annual report identifies the themes that will Read More

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2 w. ago Lagos: Cementing city’s role as hub for investment, trade, opportunity

Recently, the Lagos Economic Development Update (LEDU) 2025 was released to the public, which shows that for ten consecutive quarters, read more Lagos: Cementing city’s role as hub for investment, trade, opportunity

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2 w. ago 200 students benefit as TotalEnergies CPFA, HEI partner to train first responders

In a strategic effort to strengthen emergency response capabilities, TotalEnergies Closed Pension Fund Administrators (CPFA) has partnered Health Emergency Initiative read more 200 students benefit as TotalEnergies CPFA, HEI partner to train first responders

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2 w. ago Tinubu Focused On Economic Growth, Not 2027 Polls – Presidency

President Bola Tinubu has made it clear that he’s not currently focused on the 2027 election. Instead, his top priority is implementing economic policies to improve the lives of Nigerians. According to sources close to the President, Tinubu is committed to delivering on his campaign promises and is working tirelessly to address the country’s economic […] The post Tinubu Focused On Economic Growth, Not 2027 Polls – Presidency appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago “Nigeria Would’ve Gone Bankrupt Without My Economic Reforms” – Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu has revealed that Nigeria’s economic reforms were crucial in preventing the country from going bankrupt. Tinubu explained that for 50 years, Nigeria had been spending money meant for future generations and servicing neighboring countries with fuel, making it challenging to plan for the nation’s children. He emphasized that his administration’s actions prevented […] The post “Nigeria Would’ve Gone Bankrupt Without My Economic Reforms” – Tinubu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Operators Harp On Compliance Frameworks For Pension Industry Transformation

Pension fund operators, under the auspices of the Pension Fund Operators Association of Nigeria (PenOp) have underscored the pivotal role of robust compliance frameworks in sustaining and transforming the nation’s pension industry. At the Pension Industry’s Compliance Officers’ Forum held recently in Lagos, the president of the Compliance Institute, Nigeria (CIN), Pattison Boleigha said, the […]

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