36 h. ago Stop Demarketing Nigeria With Fake Statistics – PDP Chieftain Tells Peter Obi

A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party, Segun Sowunmi, has urged former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, to stop demarketing Nigeria especially at international forums. Sowunmi led this out on Friday, while reacting to Obi’s X post on Friday, in where the former governor of Anambra State compared Nigeria’s economic growth with some countries. […] The post Stop Demarketing Nigeria With Fake Statistics – PDP Chieftain Tells Peter Obi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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37 h. ago Nigeria Has Exited Turbulent Economic Period – Cardoso, Edun

Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Olayemi Cardoso, and the minister of Finance and Coordinating minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, have declared that Nigeria has exited its most turbulent economic period and is now firmly on the path to growth and stability. Speaking on Friday night at a joint press conference at […]

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37 h. ago BoI, Sage Grey Finance Partner To Expand Access To MSME Financing

Sage Grey Finance Limited has partnered with the Bank of Industry (BoI) to provide accessible and affordable financing options to Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). The partnership, announced in Lagos, supports the federal government’s MSMEs Fund and is designed to foster business growth, job creation, and economic development by offering tailored financing solutions to […]

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3 d. ago Federal Gov’t To Launch Agribusiness Policy To Stabilise Food Prices

The Federal Government is set to launch the National Agribusiness Policy Mechanism (NAPM) to strengthen agricultural productivity, stabilise food prices, and drive economic growth. The NAPM is part of broader initiatives aimed at transforming the country’s agricultural sector through data-driven policies and public-private partnerships. Vice President Kashim Shettima disclosed this while speaking on Friday in […]

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3 d. ago ‘I Am Honoured, Excited’, Dangote Reacts To World Bank Appointment

The President and Chief Executive of the Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, has confirmed his appointment to the World Bank’s Private Sector Investment Lab, which is responsible for enhancing investment and creating jobs in emerging economies. In a statement confirming his acceptance, Dangote reiterated his dedication to promoting sustainable economic growth through private sector-driven investments, emphasising […]

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3 d. ago World Bank sees poverty rising in Nigeria despite economic growth

The World Bank has predicted that Nigeria may likely see a rise in the levels of poverty over the next read more World Bank sees poverty rising in Nigeria despite economic growth

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3 d. ago World Bank forecasts 3.4% economic growth for Nigeria in 2025

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The World Bank has announced a positive outlook for Nigeria’s economy, projecting a growth rate of 3.6 per cent in 2025, following an estimated expansion of 3.4 per cent in 2024. This optimistic forecast comes as reforms begin to demonstrate their potential in stabilizing the country’s macroeconomic environment. Released in the […] The post World Bank forecasts 3.4% economic growth for Nigeria in 2025 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Katsina Unveils N5bn Green Fund, $500m Energy Deal, Climate Blueprint

Governor Dikko Umaru Radda of Katsina State yesterday unveiled the Katsina State Green Growth Agenda (KAGGA)—a far-reaching blueprint aimed at harmonising economic growth with environmental preservation in one of Nigeria’s most climate-vulnerable states. Speaking at the inaugural Katsina Climate Action and Green Investment Summit held at Transcorp Hilton Hotel, Abuja, Governor Radda described the climate […]

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4 d. ago Nigeria targets 7% growth, eyes investment surge amidst economic reforms

Wale Edun declared at the IMF headquarters investor presentation that govt is laying a robust foundation to attract substantial investments. read more Nigeria targets 7% growth, eyes investment surge amidst economic reforms

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4 d. ago Nigeria’s Climate Plan Will Unlock $2.5bn In Carbon Credits — Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu has urged world leaders to demonstrate unity, courage, and sustained commitment in addressing the worsening global climate crisis. Speaking on Wednesday during a high-level virtual dialogue on climate and the just transition, President Tinubu reaffirmed Nigeria’s dedication to forging a paradigm shift in which climate action and economic growth advance together, not […]

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5 d. ago IMF, African leaders warn of fragile recovery as growth outlook weakens

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) and senior African economic officials warned on Tuesday that Africa’s recovery from recent global shocks read more IMF, African leaders warn of fragile recovery as growth outlook weakens

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5 d. ago IMF Lowers Nigeria’s 2025 Growth Forecast To 3.0% On Weakening Oil Price

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has revised downward Nigeria’s economic growth projections for 2025 and 2026, to 3.0 for 2025 and 2.7 for 2026 as global uncertainties grow and sustained weaknesses in oil prices impact the country’s economy. This is as it sees a growing probability of a recession from per cent in October to […]

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6 d. ago Stakeholders to discuss Nigeria’s clean energy future at CADEF’s workshop

By Chinenye Anuforo The transition to clean energy is paramount for Nigeria’s sustainable development, offering a pathway to energy security, environmental preservation, and economic growth. Recognizing this critical need, the Consumer Advocacy and Empowerment Foundation (CADEF), a non-profit committed to consumer rights and empowerment, is set to host a significant Distributed Energy Resources (DER) Stakeholders’ […] The post Stakeholders to discuss Nigeria’s clean energy future at CADEF’s workshop appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Nigeria Seeks Investment Support For Hydrogen Integration In Energy Mix

The Nigerian government is intensifying efforts to attract investment for the integration of hydrogen into its energy mix, as part of a broader strategy to diversify its energy sources and drive sustainable economic growth. At a recent high-level meeting in London, the federal government, represented by minister of state for Petroleum Resources (Gas), Ekperikpe Ekpo, […]

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7 d. ago NBCC sees focus on Nigeria’s creative sector driving investments, economic growth

The Nigerian-British Chamber of Commerce (NBCC) has emphasised the importance of prioritising Nigeria’s creative industry as a major driver of read more NBCC sees focus on Nigeria’s creative sector driving investments, economic growth

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9 d. ago Ecobank Nigeria empowers businesses through ‘Oja Oge’ initiative

Ecobank Nigeria, through its innovative initiative, ‘Oja Oge,’ is empowering businesses to contribute meaningfully to economic growth. Designed as a read more Ecobank Nigeria empowers businesses through ‘Oja Oge’ initiative

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9 d. ago FG pledges support for NNMDA to advance natural medicine, boost exports

By Doris Obinna The federal government has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the Nigeria Natural Medicine Development Agency (NNMDA) in promoting the production, regulation, and export of natural medicine. The move aims to enhance healthcare delivery and stimulate economic growth across Nigeria. During a working visit to NNMDA’s headquarters in Lagos, Hon. Yusuf Ahmed-Badau, Chairman […] The post FG pledges support for NNMDA to advance natural medicine, boost exports appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Kogi State signs landmark partnership with China’s Hunan Province – Info Commissioner 

Agreement Covers Agriculture, Mining, and the Ajaokuta Industrial Park In a major step towards driving economic growth, the Kogi State Government has secured a landmark partnership with Hunan Province, China, aimed at enhancing development across key sectors including agriculture, mining, and industrialization. This collaboration, formalized during a high-level visit by Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo and […] The post Kogi State signs landmark partnership with China’s Hunan Province – Info Commissioner  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago IMF signals global growth downgrade amid surging trade tensions

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) on Thursday signaled that it is likely to revise its global growth projections downward due read more IMF signals global growth downgrade amid surging trade tensions

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1 week ago The Nigeria Tax Bill and Priority Sectors: A path to sustainable growth?

Introduction The fourth quarter of 2024 ushered in the fastest economic growth observed in three years for Nigeria’s economy. The read more The Nigeria Tax Bill and Priority Sectors: A path to sustainable growth?

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