18 h. ago AfDB chief urges Nigeria to industrialise critical minerals for growth

warns of export shocks, backs value-added production African Development Bank (AfDB) President Akinwumi Adesina has urged Nigeria to industrialise around read more AfDB chief urges Nigeria to industrialise critical minerals for growth

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24 h. ago Akinwumi Adesina urges bold reforms for Nigeria’s economic future

Akinwumi Adesina, President of the African Development Bank (AfDB), has urged Nigeria to urgently transform its economy to become a read more Akinwumi Adesina urges bold reforms for Nigeria’s economic future

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50 h. ago With Cleaner Energy, Africa Can Unlock Significant Economic Opportunities – CILT

The International Vice President of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT), Ibrahim Jibril, on Wednesday, said by transiting to a cleaner and more efficient transport system, Africa can unlock significant economic opportunities while safeguarding the environment for future generations. Jibrin, who disclosed this during his opening remarks at the ongoing 2025 Africa Forum […]

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3 d. ago Blue economy key to Nigeria’s future, says Maritime Institute

By Philip Nwosu   The International Maritime Institute of Nigeria (IMION) has spotlighted the untapped power of the blue economy as a critical driver for Nigeria’s sustainable development, calling for deeper collaboration across sectors to unlock its vast potential. Speaking at the opening of the Institute’s Senior Executive Course on Maritime Security and Global Trade, […] The post Blue economy key to Nigeria’s future, says Maritime Institute appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Nigeria hosts its first AMEDA conference as CSCS leads discussions on capital markets

By Chukwuma Umeorah Nigeria has, for the first time, hosted the African and Middle East Depositories Association (AMEDA) Conference, with the Central Securities Clearing System (CSCS) Plc playing host to key financial and capital market stakeholders across the region.  The two-day event, themed “Shaping the Future: Financial Market Infrastructures as Catalysts for Transforming Economies,” convened […] The post Nigeria hosts its first AMEDA conference as CSCS leads discussions on capital markets appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Yellow Card Empowers African Businesses To Unlock Growth With Payment APIs

Yellow Card has released a comprehensive new eBook designed to empower businesses across Nigeria and the continent by providing valuable insights to help them scale in today’s rapidly evolving, digital-first economy. The eBook titled ‘Unlock the Future of Business Expansion with Payment APIs’ is available on the Yellow Card website. It delves into how businesses […]

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8 d. ago NEC approves textile board, $90bn agribusiness, livestock plan

Shettima: We’re builders of a sustainable future, not crisis managers Byline: Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The National Economic Council (NEC), chaired by Vice President Kashim Shettima, on Thursday, approved the Cotton, Textile, and Garment Development Board and agribusiness and livestock strategies projected to generate $74–$90 billion by 2035, aiming to boost Nigeria’s economy and address insecurity. […] The post NEC approves textile board, $90bn agribusiness, livestock plan appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago ₦500 trillion dream: Agbakoba tells Tinubu legal reforms hold Nigeria’s economic future

Olisa Agbakoba, (SAN) legal luminary and former Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) President, has called for a radical shift in Nigeria’s read more ₦500 trillion dream: Agbakoba tells Tinubu legal reforms hold Nigeria’s economic future

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2 w. ago Nigeria Faces Economic Uncertainty Amid Global, Domestic Challenges – IMF

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has cautioned that Nigeria’s economic future remains uncertain, even as the country implements broad reforms aimed at stabilizing its fiscal and monetary systems. After concluding its 2025 Article IV Consultations with Nigerian authorities, the IMF acknowledged progress in areas such as halting Central Bank deficit financing, eliminating fuel subsidies, and […] The post Nigeria Faces Economic Uncertainty Amid Global, Domestic Challenges – IMF appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Firm Moves Secure Digital Future Through Innovation, Entrepreneurship

The maiden edition of Tech Symposium Africa seeks to bring together top industry leaders, policymakers, tech innovators, and entrepreneurs to explore how technology and digital entrepreneurship can drive Nigeria-Africa’s economic transformation. With the theme “Building a Secure Digital Future Through Tech Innovation and Entrepreneurship,” the symposium will address critical issues such as cybercrime, digital transformation, […]

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3 w. ago Business Leaders, Policymakers To Promote National Economic Growth

Business and thought leaders, policymakers, business executives, industry stakeholders and traditional rulers, are gathering  in Kano to engage in critical discussions on Nigeria’s economic trajectory. The programme titled: ‘For The Love of The Country’ Conference set to take place on May 29, 2025, in Kano, has the theme: ‘Reimagining Nigeria’s Economy for a Prosperous Future: […]

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last month Insecurity: Expert Warns Against Looming Food Crisis In Kogi

An agricultural expert, Dr. Tunde Arosanyin, has warned that agricultural production in Okunland, Kogi West Senatorial district, is facing an existential threat from the recent escalating insecurity in the region. Dr. Arosanyin’s assertion underscores the imperative for swift action to protect farmers, ensure food security and safeguard the region’s economic future. Presenting a paper on “The […]

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