40 h. ago NGBMDP sustainable finance bootcamp to empower Nigerian businesses for green growth

The Nigeria Green Bond Market Development Programme (NGBMDP), a strategic partnership of FMDQ Group Plc and Financial Sector Deepening Africa read more NGBMDP sustainable finance bootcamp to empower Nigerian businesses for green growth

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51 h. ago Nigeria’s growth rate to hit 4.2% amid improved oil output, business conditions –Report

By Chinwendu Obienyi Nigeria’s economy is expected to grow by as much as 4.2 per cent by the end of the year, buoyed by improved crude oil production, stronger business sentiment, and a gradual recovery from the economic shocks triggered by recent reforms, the latest report from Stanbic IBTC Bank revealed on Wednesday. The estimate […] The post Nigeria’s growth rate to hit 4.2% amid improved oil output, business conditions –Report appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 d. ago FG targets digital sovereignty with MTN’s $150m data center infrastructure

By Chinenye Anuforo The Federal Government is strongly backing local cloud hosting and data infrastructure as crucial for national growth, following the launch of MTN Nigeria’s $150 million Tier III Dabengwa Data Centre in Lagos. This new facility, West Africa’s largest modular data center, was unveiled on Tuesday in a high-profile ceremony, marking a significant […] The post FG targets digital sovereignty with MTN’s $150m data center infrastructure appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago FG Backs Local Hosting, Targets Digital Sovereignty With MTN’s Data Center Infrastructure

The federal government has thrown its weight behind local cloud hosting and data infrastructure as a strategic imperative for national growth, following the launch of MTN Nigeria’s $150 million Tier III Dabengwa Data Centre in Lagos, the largest modular data facility of its kind in West Africa. With a combined investment of $285 million: $150 […]

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3 d. ago Senate backs Kalu’s Electric Vehicle Bill to drive green mobility, industrial growth

From Kenneth Udeh, Abuja The Nigerian Senate, on Tuesday, took a major legislative stride toward a cleaner and more sustainable transport future as the Electric Vehicle Transition and Green Mobility Bill, 2025, sponsored by Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, passed its first reading during plenary presided over by Senate President Godswill Akpabio. The Bill aims to […] The post Senate backs Kalu’s Electric Vehicle Bill to drive green mobility, industrial growth appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago From Extraction To Enablement: Reimagining Governance, Growth And Taxation In Nigeria

Nigeria at the Crossroads – A Nation Poised Between Extraction and Enablement Nigeria is not poor. It is poorly managed. This assertion, once whispered in policy circles, has now become an undeniable truth staring us in the face. With vast natural resources, a youthful and energetic population, a thriving informal economy, and a deep well […]

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3 d. ago Group tasks Nigeria Customs to adopt policies that promote economic growth

The Sea Empowerment and Research Centre (SEREC) on Monday called on the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) to imbibe policies that read more Group tasks Nigeria Customs to adopt policies that promote economic growth

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4 d. ago Nigeria charts industrial growth through gas turbine deployment

Nigeria took a step towards redefining its energy future as key stakeholders, industry leaders, and policymakers convened in Abuja at read more Nigeria charts industrial growth through gas turbine deployment

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4 d. ago Sterling Financial Holdings reports 102% profit growth in 2024

  By Chinelo Obogo   Sterling Financial Holdings Company Plc (“SFHC” or “the Group”) announced its audited full-year results for the financial year ended December 31, 2024. The Group reported a profit after tax (PAT) of ₦43.68 billion, representing a 102% year-on-year (YoY) increase from the ₦21.58 billion recorded in 2023. Earnings per share more […] The post Sterling Financial Holdings reports 102% profit growth in 2024 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago USSEC encourages trade channel with Nigeria to boost Nigeria’s protein needs

Nigeria’s protein gap, trade and economic growth topped discussions at the U.S. Soybean Export Council signature conference “Nigeria: NOW” in read more USSEC encourages trade channel with Nigeria to boost Nigeria’s protein needs

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4 d. ago Expert advocates grants, tax incentives for interior design industry

In order for the interior design industry to continue to contribute to the growth of the Nigerian economy and remain read more Expert advocates grants, tax incentives for interior design industry

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5 d. ago Digital services, remittances, others drive 39.6 per cent banking sector growth in 2024 — Report

Tribune Online Digital services, remittances, others drive 39.6 per cent banking sector growth in 2024 — Report NIGERIA’S banking sector recorded a strong 39.6 per cent year-on-year growth in 2024, with total assets rising to N170.02 trillion from N121.8 trillion in 2023. This remarkable expansion was fueled by surging remittance inflows, the widespread adoption of digital financial services, and broader sector reforms, according to the State of Enterprise (SOE) Report 2025. Despite […] Digital services, remittances, others drive 39.6 per cent banking sector growth in 2024 — Report Tribune Online

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6 d. ago Reforms signal new dawn for inclusive growth, investment in Nigeria

Tribune Online Reforms signal new dawn for inclusive growth, investment in Nigeria FOR decades, Nigeria’s tax system has been widely regarded as overly complex, burdensome for businesses, and inefficient in revenue generation. It discouraged investment and often penalized the poor disproportionately. Calls for reform have echoed through successive administrations, but little progress was made—until now. President Tinubu’s administration took a bold approach by embarking on a comprehensive […] Reforms signal new dawn for inclusive growth, investment in Nigeria Tribune Online

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6 d. ago Tax Laws Will Benefit Nigerians More – Gov Abiodun Assures Nigerians

Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has applauded President Bola Tinubu on signing tax reform bills into law. Governor Abiodun said that the legislation would benefit Nigerians and assist in the growth of the country’s economy. The Ogun State Governor also highlighted the expected gains of Tinubu’s tax reform to include relief for low-income earners, support […] The post Tax Laws Will Benefit Nigerians More – Gov Abiodun Assures Nigerians appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 d. ago CBN’s policies trigger inflation rate dip as growth prospects rise

By Michael Nwadike The significant drop in Nigeria’s inflation rate in May has been largely attributed to key policy implementation by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) as well as monetary-fiscal policies alliance. The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) data showed that Nigeria’s annual inflation rate eased to 22.97 per cent in May from 23.71 […] The post CBN’s policies trigger inflation rate dip as growth prospects rise appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Lateef Jakande’s son harps on health, education, others for Nigeria’s devt

Tribune Online Lateef Jakande’s son harps on health, education, others for Nigeria’s devt The Late Former Governor of Lagos State, Lateef Jakande’s Son, Seyi Jakande has emphasised the importance of health, education, works, security and agriculture for the sustenance of Nigeria’s growth and development. The All Progressives Congress Chairmanship candidate for Odi-Olowo/Ojuwoye LCDA in Lagos State made this known while speaking on the development of local governments, specifically […] Lateef Jakande’s son harps on health, education, others for Nigeria’s devt Tribune Online

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8 d. ago New tax reform laws will restore fairness, reignite growth –Tinubu

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu via his verified X handle, @officialABAT, yesterday said that the four landmark tax reform bills he signed into law yesterday were designed to bring tangible relief to ordinary Nigerians, restore fairness in the tax system and stimulate inclusive economic growth for the future. He described the legislation as […] The post New tax reform laws will restore fairness, reignite growth –Tinubu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago NECA hails tax reforms, urges smooth implementation to boost growth

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA) has expressed support for the signing of the tax reform bills by President Bola Tinubu, describing the development as long overdue and crucial to enhancing business sustainability in the country. Speaking at the Employers’ Summit held in Abuja with the theme “Enabling Sustainable Enterprise in […] The post NECA hails tax reforms, urges smooth implementation to boost growth appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago AFDB cuts Nigeria’s growth projection to 3.2% on uncertainty

Peter Enogb, principal country economist, African Development Bank (AFDB), has said that the rise in global uncertainty, emanating from increases read more AFDB cuts Nigeria’s growth projection to 3.2% on uncertainty

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8 d. ago AfDB projects Nigeria’s GDP growth to moderate to 3.2% in 2025

Tribune Online AfDB projects Nigeria’s GDP growth to moderate to 3.2% in 2025 The African Development Bank (AfDB) has projected Nigeria's real Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth to moderate to 3.2 percent in 2025 and 3.1 percent in 2026, down from 3.4 percent in 2024, largely due to... AfDB projects Nigeria’s GDP growth to moderate to 3.2% in 2025 Tribune Online

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