7 h. ago IMF: Reforms, policy shifts key to Nigeria’s economic turnaround

By Chinwendu Obienyi Nigeria currently stands at an economic crossroad and this is due to the recent downgrade of the country’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) numbers by the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The global organisation in its biannual World Economic Outlook (WEO) report titled “A Critical Juncture amid Policy Shifts”, lowered the 2025 growth forecasts […] The post IMF: Reforms, policy shifts key to Nigeria’s economic turnaround appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago “They Did Everything To Break Me” – Burna Boy On Attempts To Sabotage Him In Nigeria’s Music Industry

Grammy-winning Nigerian artist Burna Boy has alleged that key figures in the country’s music industry actively tried to hinder his rise to fame. The singer made the revelation in response to a resurfaced interview clip featuring veteran music executive Obi Asika, who stated that certain gatekeepers within the Nigerian music scene attempted to block Burna […] The post “They Did Everything To Break Me” – Burna Boy On Attempts To Sabotage Him In Nigeria’s Music Industry appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago CITN backs proposed tax agents in economic stabilisation bill

The Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria (CITN) has endorsed a key provision in the Economic Stabilisation Bill whick seeks read more CITN backs proposed tax agents in economic stabilisation bill

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5 d. ago NESG, Stakeholders Launch Devt Foundation To Drive Socioeconomic Recovery

The Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG), in partnership with key stakeholders, on Wednesday launched the Borno Development Foundation (BDF), a non-profit organization aimed at driving long-term socioeconomic development in Borno State and Northern Nigeria. The launch event, held in Abuja on April 23, 2025, marks a strategic move by the NESG to deepen regional engagement […]

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5 d. ago IMF to FG: Don’t sideline poor Nigerians in energy subsidy reforms

• As Tinubu unveils energy transition plan   By Uche Usim and Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has urged the federal government to ensure that energy subsidy reforms are inclusive and do not disproportionately burden poor and vulnerable Nigerians. The caution comes as President Bola Tinubu officially unveiled Nigeria’s energy transition plan […] The post IMF to FG: Don’t sideline poor Nigerians in energy subsidy reforms appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Infinix Nigeria Champions Local Gaming Talent at Gamers Assembly 2025 in France

Poitiers, France – April 23, 2025 – Infinix Nigeria proudly announces its participation in the prestigious Gamers Assembly 2025, held from April 19–21 in Poitiers, France. As a key supporter of Nigeria’s burgeoning gaming and esports industry, Infinix joined a delegation of 14 leading Nigerian video game and esports companies, showcasing the nation’s vibrant digital […] The post Infinix Nigeria Champions Local Gaming Talent at Gamers Assembly 2025 in France appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Maintaining price stability remains CBN’s focus despite renewed inflationary pressure

One of the key goals of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) is to maintain price stability, and this means read more Maintaining price stability remains CBN’s focus despite renewed inflationary pressure

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1 week ago IMF flays Nigeria’s persistent poverty, food insecurity despite economic reforms

By Uche Usim The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has expressed worry over the continuing prevalence of poverty and food insecurity in Nigeria, despite a cocktail of economic reforms introduced by the federal government since 2023. In a statement released on Friday, following the conclusion of its Article IV consultation mission to Nigeria, which took place […] The post IMF flays Nigeria’s persistent poverty, food insecurity despite economic reforms appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Two years after, Tinubu’s reforms yet to ease Nigerians’ pains – IMF

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has said the sweeping reforms embarked upon by President Bola Tinubu almost two years ago read more Two years after, Tinubu’s reforms yet to ease Nigerians’ pains – IMF

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1 week ago Bank recapitalisation holds key to unlocking Nigeria’s $1trn economy

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN’s) decision to embark on recapitalisation of banks was to align monetary, fiscal policies with read more Bank recapitalisation holds key to unlocking Nigeria’s $1trn economy

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1 week ago NOA, NBS unveil key components of Nigeria’s ongoing GDP rebasing

In a renewed drive to promote transparency and citizen engagement in economic policymaking, the National Orientation Agency (NOA) and the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) have jointly unveiled the critical elements of Nigeria’s ongoing Gross Domestic Product (GDP) rebasing exercise. The initiative, presented during a sensitisation event, is aimed at fostering public understanding and inclusivity […] The post NOA, NBS unveil key components of Nigeria’s ongoing GDP rebasing appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Dangote refinery reduces petrol pump price to N890/litre, renews deal with key partners

By Adewale Sanyaolu Dangote Petroleum Refinery yesterday announced a fresh deal with its key retail partners, reducing petrol pump retail price from N920 to N890 per litre. Daily Sun had exclusively reported on Tuesday the reversal of a fuel price cut arrangement earlier announced by Dangote Petroleum Refinery and its three key fuel retail partners […] The post Dangote refinery reduces petrol pump price to N890/litre, renews deal with key partners appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Fadeyi joins NOA to spotlight resilient Nigerian entrepreneurs

In a bold move to reshape the narrative around Nigeria’s socio-economic landscape, the National Orientation Agency has enlisted the founder and executive director of the Akin Fadeyi Foundation, Mr. Akin Fadeyi, as a key figure in its latest initiative, the ‘Nigeria Happens to Me’ project. According to a statement, the project is a national storytelling Read More

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1 week ago ICAN, NGX: Enhanced reporting, transparency key to Nigeria’s investor appeal

From Chukwuma Umeorah The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) and NGX Regulation Limited (NGX RegCo) have emphasised that transparent corporate reporting is vital for attracting both local and foreign investors to Nigeria’s capital market. This was highlighted at the second ICAN-NGX Corporate Reporting Award in Lagos on Tuesday, which honoured listed companies excelling […] The post ICAN, NGX: Enhanced reporting, transparency key to Nigeria’s investor appeal appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Nigeria Must Address Key Challenges For $1trn Goal – UBA GMD

The group managing director of United Bank for Africa, Oliver Alawuba has said Nigeria needs to take deliberate efforts to address major challenges facing the country, including insecurity, high inflation pressure, enhancing ease of doing business and access to finance for her to achieve the $1 trillion economy target of the current administration. The UBA […]

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2 w. ago ‘Key to unlocking Nigeria’s vast economic potential lies in transformative not incremental reforms’

Being the text of a policy report by Olisa Agbakoba (SAN) titled: ‘OAL GOVERNANCE and ECONOMIC ANALYSIS and FORECAST 2025: read more ‘Key to unlocking Nigeria’s vast economic potential lies in transformative not incremental reforms’

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2 w. ago IPI Nigeria appoints Idris, Garba Shehu, 27 others to committees

The International Press Institute Nigeria has named several leading figures in journalism to key committees aimed at strengthening press freedom and promoting responsible journalism in the country. The appointments span four strategic committees: “Fundraising, Programming, Advocacy, and Membership.” Each is composed of experienced media professionals from across the country’s media landscape. This was contained in Read More

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2 w. ago FG: 10 years’ experience as professor key criteria for VC selection

By Fred Ezeh, Abuja The Federal Government has directed governing councils of universities to familiarise themselves with the criteria and guidelines for selecting a Vice-Chancellor and other principal officers. This applies to universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education. For universities, the government asked councils to follow sections 3 to 6 of the University Miscellaneous Provision […] The post FG: 10 years’ experience as professor key criteria for VC selection appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Senate Southeast Caucus mourns former Diamond Bank Chairman Pascal Dozie

By Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja The Southeast Caucus in the Senate has shared its deep sadness over Dr Pascal Dozie’s death, former Diamond Bank Chairman and a key figure in Nigeria’s financial world. In a statement released on Wednesday in Abuja, signed by caucus chairman Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe, the lawmakers hailed Dozie as a banking expert […] The post Senate Southeast Caucus mourns former Diamond Bank Chairman Pascal Dozie appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago At LEADERSHIP Conference Today: Stakeholders Brainstorm On Nigeria’s Fiscal Federalism

Vice President Kashim Shettima will today lead other eminent personalities and key stakeholders in the Nigerian nation to discuss the theme of this year’s LEADERSHIP Conference and Awards 2024, “The Challenges and Opportunities in Nigeria’s Fiscal Federalism.” The much-awaited one-of-a-kind award, held annually by LEADERSHIP Group, Nigeria’s most influential newspaper, takes place at the Old […]

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