49 h. ago Obi calls for tourism overhaul as Mbah opens Enugu conference

From Jude Chinedu, Enugu The former Anambra State governor and 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has urged Nigeria to reposition its tourism sector as a driver of economic growth, insisting that “a new Nigeria is possible if we shift from consumption to production.” Obi made the call on Saturday at the opening of […] The post Obi calls for tourism overhaul as Mbah opens Enugu conference appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Oyebanji restates commitment to private sector partnership for economic growth

The Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, has restated the commitment of his administration to partnering with critical private sector players and institutions as a strategic drive for economic growth and sustainable development of the state. He stated this, on Tuesday, when he received the management team of the First Bank Plc led by the […] The post Oyebanji restates commitment to private sector partnership for economic growth appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago NCRIB sees effective implementation of NIIRA 2025 driving sector growth

The President of the Nigerian Council of Registered Insurance Brokers (NCRIB), Babatunde Oguntade, has emphasized the need for effective implementation read more NCRIB sees effective implementation of NIIRA 2025 driving sector growth

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1 week ago Taraba @34: APC Chieftain commends private sector growth, urges NEDC to do more for State 

By Sylvanus Viashima, Jalingo   A Chieftain of the All Progressives Congress APC and former governorship aspirant Chief David Sabo Kente (DSK) has commended the level of Private sector growth in Taraba State, noting that the government needs to pay more attention to infrastructural development.     Kente who made the observation while addressing journalist […] The post Taraba @34: APC Chieftain commends private sector growth, urges NEDC to do more for State  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Governors resolve to establish creative economy desks in states to boost culture and tourism

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   During their 5th meeting on August 27, 2025, the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) made a pivotal resolution to establish Creative Economy Desks across all states, aiming to drive growth in the culture and tourism sector. The Forum, chaired by AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, Governor of Kwara State, received a strategic presentation from […] The post Governors resolve to establish creative economy desks in states to boost culture and tourism appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Tinubu Promises Continued Support For Capital Market Reforms, Expansion

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reiterated his commitment to supporting ongoing reforms and expansion efforts in Nigeria’s capital market, emphasising the sector’s critical role in driving economic growth and broadening investment opportunities. President Tinubu, who spoke on Tuesday during his state visit to Brazil, when he received the director general of the Securities and Exchange […]

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2 w. ago Now is the opportune time for investors to invest in Imo – GM Fullmoon Hotels

Fullmoon Hotels Ltd is inviting investors to invest in their hospitality sector, highlighting the current growth and resilience of the read more Now is the opportune time for investors to invest in Imo – GM Fullmoon Hotels

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2 w. ago AAAU seeks increased data collection for aviation sector growth

Tribune Online AAAU seeks increased data collection for aviation sector growth "Many people around the world believe only in the technical aspect of aviation, without necessarily aligning with the managerial AAAU seeks increased data collection for aviation sector growth Tribune Online

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2 w. ago LCCI Warns Of Rising Costs, Weak FDI Despite Inflation Decline

Despite Nigeria’s recent easing of headline inflation, the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has raised serious concerns over rising costs and weak foreign direct investment (FDI), particularly within the critical manufacturing sector. This highlights persistent structural challenges undermining economic growth. The director general of the LCCI, Dr. Chinyere Almona, while acknowledging the positive […]

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2 w. ago FG will replicate $1.5bn Lekki deep seaport success story – Oyetola

By Steve Agbota The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, has announced plans to replicate the success of the $1.5 billion Lekki Deep Seaport across Nigeria’s maritime sector, citing it as a model for transformative growth and development. Speaking at the Nigerian Chamber of Shipping Breakfast Meeting in Lagos on Tuesday, August 19, […] The post FG will replicate $1.5bn Lekki deep seaport success story – Oyetola appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Oyetola receives World Bank, reaffirms Nigeria’s resolve to harness maritime potential

From Idu Jude, Abuja The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, His Excellency Adegboyega Oyetola, has reiterated the Federal Government’s resolve to harness the vast potential of its marine and blue economy, describing the sector as a catalyst for sustainable national economic growth. Speaking when he received a visiting World Bank delegation led by Mrs […] The post Oyetola receives World Bank, reaffirms Nigeria’s resolve to harness maritime potential appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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last month Nigeria Sees Growth In Creative Industry As Sector Contributes Over $7bn To Economy

Nigeria is gradually experiencing growth in the creative industry which is now recognised globally. According to Donna McGowan, Country Director, British Council Nigeria, ‘Nigeria’s creative industry contributes over $7 billion to the economy, with fashion playing a key role in its global influence. McGowan’s comment reinforces key players in the Nigeria designers industry featuring in […]

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