6 h. ago Senate Launches Nationwide Probe To Protect Nigerians From Ponzi Schemes

The Nigerian Senate has directed its joint committees to investigate Ponzi scheme operations across all geopolitical zones following rising concerns over financial scams like the collapsed Crypto Bullion Exchange (CBEX). This decision followed a motion moved by Senators Adetokunbo Abiru (APC, Lagos East) and Osita Izunaso (APC, Imo West), who cited the devastating financial losses […] The post Senate Launches Nationwide Probe To Protect Nigerians From Ponzi Schemes appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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18 h. ago British International Investment Commits £1.09bn To African Firms

British International Investment (BII), the UK’s development finance institution and impact investor, has committed £1.09 billion to African companies in 2024 to create jobs, reduce aid dependency and combat the climate emergency. The sum was nearly 40 per cent more than its 2023 total of £725 million, despite the difficult investment environment caused by macroeconomic […]

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32 h. ago Bauchi govt sacks varsity bursar over alleged irregularities

Tribune Online Bauchi govt sacks varsity bursar over alleged irregularities The government also announced plans to set up an audit committee to investigate the management of the university, with Bauchi govt sacks varsity bursar over alleged irregularities Tribune Online

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34 h. ago Reps constitute two stakeholders’ committees on 5% user charge, disbursement

Tribune Online Reps constitute two stakeholders’ committees on 5% user charge, disbursement The House of Representatives Ad hoc Committee set up to investigate the implementation and remittance of the five percent user charge on the pump price of petroleum products for road maintenance, on Tuesday, constituted two stakeholders’ committees to address issues surrounding the collection and disbursement of the charges. Reps constitute two stakeholders’ committees on 5% user charge, disbursement Tribune Online

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4 d. ago SDP inaugurates committee to investigate alleged financial misconduct against Gabam, 2 others

Following the suspension of Alhaji Shehu Musa Gabam, the former National Chairman of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), Clarkson, the read more SDP inaugurates committee to investigate alleged financial misconduct against Gabam, 2 others

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5 d. ago Senate Probes SMEDAN, NUC Over Lopsided Recruitment Practices

The Senate Committee on Federal Character and Inter-Governmental Affairs has intensified its ongoing Investigative Hearing to the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN) and the National Universities Commission (NUC) over alleged lopsided recruitment and promotion practices. During an investigative hearing on Wednesday, the Committee, chaired by Senator Allwell Onyesoh (Rivers East), interrogated […]

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6 d. ago Senate Probes SMEDAN, NUC Over Alleged Lopsided Recruitments

The Senate Committee on Federal Character and Inter-Governmental Affairs has intensified its ongoing Investigative Hearings on the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN) and the National Universities Commission (NUC) over alleged lopsided recruitment and promotion practices by the agencies. During an investigative hearing on Wednesday, the Committee, chaired by Senator Allwell Onyesoh […]

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6 d. ago WDCL, Rolon Seals Firm To Drive Investment, Innovation In Africa’s Energy Sector

As Nigeria positions itself at the forefront of Africa’s evolving energy landscape, Chief Operating Officer of Western Development Company Nigeria Ltd. (WDCL), Obinna Okoroigwe has reaffirmed his commitment to driving investment and innovation opportunities in Africa’s oil and gas sector. Speaking during the activities marking Nigerian Oil and Gas Week in Abuja yesterday,  Okoroigwe stated […]

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1 week ago African leaders unite at ASIF 2025 to drive continental transformation through sovereign investments

Tribune Online African leaders unite at ASIF 2025 to drive continental transformation through sovereign investments The Africa Sovereign Investors Forum (ASIF) 2025 wrapped up in Abuja with a renewed commitment to transform Africa’s sovereign wealth into a force for structural change. Hosted by the Nigerian Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA), the summit gathered political leaders, fund managers, and private sector stakeholders under the theme: “Leveraging African Sovereign Wealth Funds to Mobilise […] African leaders unite at ASIF 2025 to drive continental transformation through sovereign investments Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Reps Probe Benue Killings, Seek Army Base Establishment In Yelwata

The House of Representatives has resolved to set up an ad-hoc committee to investigate the worsening insecurity in Benue state which resulted into the killing of scores for over a decade. The Green Chamber also asked the Federal Government to build Forward Operation Base (FOB) for the Army in Yelwata, Guma local government area to […]

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3 w. ago Oyedele advocates lower corporate tax rates to stimulate investment

Tribune Online Oyedele advocates lower corporate tax rates to stimulate investment Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, Taiwo Oyedele, has called for lower corporate tax rates, to address regulatory overage, and refining tariff systems to stimulate investment and economic growth. Oyedele advocates lower corporate tax rates to stimulate investment Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Reps Begin Probe Of N1.12trn Anchors Borrowers’ Fund Disbursement, Others

The House of Representatives through its Committee on Nutrition and Food Security has commenced investigation into the disbursement of the N1.12 trillion Anchors Borrowers Programme. The probe also covered Nigeria Incentive-Based Risk Sharing System for Agricultural Lending (NIRSAL’s) disbursement of N215billion for agrobusinesses and Bank of Industry (BOI’s) payment of N3 billion to 22, 120 […]

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3 w. ago Reps Begin Probe Of N1.12trn Anchor Borrowers’ Fund Disbursement, Others

The House of Representatives through its Committee on Nutrition and Food Security has commenced investigation into the disbursement of the N1.12 trillion Anchors Borrowers Programme. The probe also covered Nigeria Incentive-Based Risk Sharing System for Agricultural Lending (NIRSAL’s) disbursement of N215billion for agrobusinesses and Bank of Industry (BOI’s) payment of N3 billion to 22, 120 […]

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3 w. ago Tinubu reaffirms Nigeria’s commitment to PPPs, opens door to investment to bridge $2.3 trillion infrastructure gap

President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to leveraging Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) as a central strategy to bridge. read more Tinubu reaffirms Nigeria’s commitment to PPPs, opens door to investment to bridge $2.3 trillion infrastructure gap

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3 w. ago NGX Group, SEC Strengthen Global Partnerships To Deepen Nigeria

The Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX Group) and the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) have pursued capital market diplomacy to foster cross-border capital market partnerships. The NGX  said, “their current engagements in China reflect a broader drive to strengthen Nigeria’s connectivity to global financial markets and attract new investment flows. This commitment was demonstrated at the […]

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3 w. ago “Tinubu Has Done What No Northern Leader Has In 47 Years” – Gov Inuwa Yahaya

Gombe State Governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, has applauded President Bola Tinubu for his “unprecedented” commitment to Northern Nigeria, especially through significant investment in the livestock sector. Speaking at the groundbreaking of a 184-hectare Agro-Livestock Industrial Zone in Gombe, Yahaya praised Tinubu’s ₦120 billion initiative, saying it surpasses anything any northern leader has done in nearly […] The post “Tinubu Has Done What No Northern Leader Has In 47 Years” – Gov Inuwa Yahaya appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Nigeria On Path To Economic Renewal, Global Respect, FG Tells Forbes

As Nigeria marks 26 years of her return to democratic rule, the minister of information and national orientation, Mohammed Idris, has reaffirmed the federal government’s commitment to rebuilding the nation’s economy, restoring investor confidence and deepening democratic values. In an exclusive interview with Forbes Africa to mark the Democracy Day, the minister defended President Bola […]

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3 w. ago FG Supports MSMEs, Boosts Job Creation With $50m Wholesale Impact Fund

The federal government has committed $50 million as anchor investment in the Nigeria Wholesale Impact Investment Fund (WIIF), marking its first close at $100 million. The move is part of a broader strategy to stimulate inclusive, sustainable economic growth and support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s ambition of achieving a 7 per cent annual growth rate. […]

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4 w. ago Kano govt sets up committee to investigate GSM market fire incident

Tribune Online Kano govt sets up committee to investigate GSM market fire incident "The State Government reiterates its commitment to support the victims and ensure the rebuilding of the market in a safer and more organised manner.. Kano govt sets up committee to investigate GSM market fire incident Tribune Online

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4 w. ago Kano gov’t sets up committee to investigate GSM fire incident

From Desmond Mgboh, Kano Kano State Government has inaugurated a committee to investigate and manage the aftermath of the recent fire outbreak at the GSM market situated at the Farm Centre in the state. The committee, inaugurated by the Secretary to the State Government, Umar Farouk Ibrahim, on behalf of the State Governor was charged […] The post Kano gov’t sets up committee to investigate GSM fire incident appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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