14 h. ago IMF’s 3% economic growth forecast short of Nigeria’s potential – IMPI

The Independent Media and Policy Initiative (IMPI) has questioned the rationale by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for downgrading its read more IMF’s 3% economic growth forecast short of Nigeria’s potential – IMPI

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17 h. ago Mulling Over May Day And The Challenges Facing Nigerian Workers

The labour force has been caught again between renewed governmental assurances and the persistent realities of economic hardship. President Bola Tinubu, during his May Day address to workers, promised his administration’s readiness to address pressing challenges. The organised labour comprising the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) of Nigeria has highlighted […]

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20 h. ago IMPI dismisses IMF, World Bank growth forecasts, highlights Nigeria’s stronger outlook

The Independent Media and Policy Initiative (IMPI) has expressed skepticism over the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) downgraded economic growth forecast for Nigeria in 2025, which was revised from 3.2 percent to 3.0 percent, citing the global oil slump as the primary reason. The think tank argues that Nigeria’s economy is no longer predominantly reliant on […] The post IMPI dismisses IMF, World Bank growth forecasts, highlights Nigeria’s stronger outlook appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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43 h. ago TGI advocates joint investment models to drive agric energy growth

Tropical General Investments (TGI) Group, a diversified conglomerate with interests spanning agriculture, manufacturing, and renewable energy, highlighted its strong commitment to Nigeria’s sustainable development at the 2025 Infrastructure Dialogue held in Abuja. Themed “Financing Sustainable Energy and Agricultural Infrastructure for Economic Development,” the forum convened top stakeholders from both the public and private sectors to […] The post TGI advocates joint investment models to drive agric energy growth appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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68 h. ago Nigerian crude falls below FG’s $65 benchmark as OPEC boosts output

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja Nigerian crude prices have slumped below the federal government’s benchmark of $65 per barrel. This comes as the Organisation of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) continues to raise production despite growing geopolitical uncertainties. Cargoes loaded with Nigerian crude recently remain unsold, highlighting a lack of interest from buyers and sellers in the […] The post Nigerian crude falls below FG’s $65 benchmark as OPEC boosts output appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Conference highlights need to promote good corporate governance in Nigeria

The urgent need to promote good corporate governance practices in Nigeria was one of the major issues discussed at the read more Conference highlights need to promote good corporate governance in Nigeria

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3 d. ago World Bank poverty prediction: How Nigerians can survive hardship

• Experts suggest how to survive bad times   By Cosmas Omegoh If the predictions of the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) come to pass, Nigeria’s economic woes are sure to increase. And the result will be that a vast number of Nigerians will be mired in extreme poverty by 2027.   […] The post World Bank poverty prediction: How Nigerians can survive hardship appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Calls for increased mental health support in migrant reintegration heighten

By Doris Obinna Mental health support must be prioritized in the reintegration process of returning migrants, experts have said at a one-day forum held in Lagos. The event, organized by postdoctoral researcher Dr. Sarah Adeyinka, focused on findings from the Reintegrate Project, a research initiative examining reintegration governance across multiple countries including Nigeria. Highlighting the […] The post Calls for increased mental health support in migrant reintegration heighten appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Political Parties Hijacked By Wealthy Elite, Says Speaker Abbas

The speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Tajudeen Abbas, has warned that wealthy individuals are turning political parties into personal investments, undermining the democratic process. Speaking at a technical workshop on the Political Parties Bill (HB1862) in Abuja, Abbas highlighted the absence of ideological foundations in Nigerian political parties, describing them as vehicles for […]

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8 d. 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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1 week ago Shettima Rallies Global Support For Nigeria’s Human Capital Devt

Vice President Kashim Shettima has called for stronger international collaboration to advance Nigeria’s Human Capital Development 2.0 (HCD 2.0) strategy. He reaffirmed the commitment of the administration of President Bola Tinubu to position human potential at the heart of national development. Speaking virtually at a high-level roundtable on the sidelines of the 2025 World Bank/IMF […]

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1 week ago At  World Bank/IMF Spring Meeting, Shettima pushes for Nigeria’s HCD 2.0 Agenda

Vice President Kashim Shettima has called for stronger international collaboration to advance Nigeria’s Human Capital Development 2.0 (HCD 2.0) strategy. read more At  World Bank/IMF Spring Meeting, Shettima pushes for Nigeria’s HCD 2.0 Agenda

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1 week ago VP Shettima Rallies Global Support For Nigeria’s HCD 2.0 Strategy

Vice President Kashim Shettima has called for stronger international collaboration to advance Nigeria’s Human Capital Development 2.0 (HCD 2.0) strategy. He reaffirmed the commitment of the administration of President Bola Tinubu to positioning human potential at the heart of national development. Speaking virtually at a high-level roundtable on the sidelines of the 2025 World Bank/IMF […]

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1 week 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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1 week ago IMF urges countries to lower trade barriers, safeguard economic stability

Preserve exchange rate flexibility, protect Central Bank independence Kristalina Georgieva, managing director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), has called read more IMF urges countries to lower trade barriers, safeguard economic stability

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2 w. 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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2 w. ago IMF forecasts 3% growth for Nigeria 2025, below the government’s 4.6% target

The International Monetary Fund projected that Nigeria’s economy will grow by 3.0 percent in 2025, according to its latest WEO report. read more IMF forecasts 3% growth for Nigeria 2025, below the government’s 4.6% target

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2 w. ago CBN Showcases Reform Progress, Investment Opportunities In New York

As global financial leaders gather ahead of the 2025 International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Bank Spring Meetings, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), in collaboration with J.P. Morgan and the Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX), hosted a high-level investment forum at the Nasdaq MarketSite, focusing squarely on Nigeria’s macroeconomic outlook and reform agenda. Themed “The […]

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2 w. ago Easter: Secondus calls for divine intervention in Nigeria’s leadership crisis

From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja Prince Uche Secondus, former National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has urged Nigerians to pray fervently for divine intervention in the country’s affairs. In an Easter message released through his Special Adviser on Media, Ike Abonyi, Secondus highlighted Nigeria’s blessings but lamented ongoing suffering due to poor leadership. Secondus […] The post Easter: Secondus calls for divine intervention in Nigeria’s leadership crisis appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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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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