7 d. ago Investors eye September issuance as FG concludes N200bn August Bond Auction

Tribune Online Investors eye September issuance as FG concludes N200bn August Bond Auction THE Federal Government of Nigeria (FGN), through the Debt Management Office (DMO), has wrapped up its August 2025 bond auction, floating N200 billion worth of sovereign bonds to investors. According to a circular released on Thursday, the auction was conducted on Monday, August 25, with settlement scheduled for Wednesday, August 27. The offer comprised N100 […] Investors eye September issuance as FG concludes N200bn August Bond Auction Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Multiple taxes, illegal levies stifle economy of C’River, A’Ibom, Rivers – Report

From Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar Tax overload has been identified as a  key factor that stagnates the economy of Cross River, Akwa Ibom and Rivers states. This was identified during a workshop organised by the Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC) in collaboration with the Tax Justice & Governance Platform in Akwa Ibom, Cross River and […] The post Multiple taxes, illegal levies stifle economy of C’River, A’Ibom, Rivers – Report appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Multiple taxes stifle Cross River, Akwa Ibom, Rivers economies

By Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar Tax overload has been identified as a key factor that stagnates the economy of Cross River, Akwa Ibom, and Rivers states. This was identified during a workshop organised by the Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC) in collaboration with the Tax Justice & Governance Platform in Akwa Ibom, Cross River, and […] The post Multiple taxes stifle Cross River, Akwa Ibom, Rivers economies appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Reforms: How FX inflows, price stability keep reserves above $40.7b mark

By Michael Nwadike Nigeria foreign reserves hit $40.72 billion on August 13, 2015. The increase in reserves was driven largely by rising forex inflows and marginal increase in crude oil output. According to the latest figures published on the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) website, the gross reserves moving average stood at $39.3 billion on […] The post Reforms: How FX inflows, price stability keep reserves above $40.7b mark appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Homegrown school feeding programme key to Nigeria’s $1trn economy — Shettima

Tribune Online Homegrown school feeding programme key to Nigeria’s $1trn economy — Shettima Vice President Kashim Shettima has reaffirmed the Federal Government's commitment to leveraging the National Homegrown School Feeding Programme (NHGSFP).... Homegrown school feeding programme key to Nigeria’s $1trn economy — Shettima Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Indonesia offers model for Nigeria’s $1trn economy ambition —Report

Tribune Online Indonesia offers model for Nigeria’s $1trn economy ambition —Report Highlights six key growth sectors NIGERIA’S quest to transform its economy into a $1 trillion powerhouse by 2030 could draw valuable lessons from Indonesia’s development playbook, according to a new report by Norrenberger Advisory Partners Limited (NAPL). The report identifies Indonesia as a compelling model, having successfully navigated similar challenges to emerge as a $1 […] Indonesia offers model for Nigeria’s $1trn economy ambition —Report Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Singapore Key Exports Slip In July As US Shipments Tumble 42.7%

Singapore, South-East Asia's second-largest economy, is heavily reliant on international trade. The post Singapore Key Exports Slip In July As US Shipments Tumble 42.7% appeared first on Channels Television.

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3 w. ago UBA to empower female entrepreneurs, drive financial inclusion with N5bn BoI MSME fund

United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, has secured a N5 billion loan facility from the Bank of Industry (BOI), to boost key sectors of the economy and support the growth of sustainable and viable businesses in the country, especially the micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) owned by women. The facility disbursed through the Federal […] The post UBA to empower female entrepreneurs, drive financial inclusion with N5bn BoI MSME fund appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Investment In Circular Economy Key To Increase Forex Earnings, Says NESREA DG

The Director General of National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESREA), Professor Innocent Barikor has affirmed that investments in the circular economy value chain has the potential to increase the country’s foreign exchange earnings. Prof. Barikor stated this recently at a meeting with the management of a plastic packaging recycling (rPET) company, Sonnex in […]

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3 w. ago Tinubu appoints Olorunnimbe as NCC chair, Tijani as USPF chair in new board constitutions

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has officially appointed new board members for the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and the Universal Service Provision Fund (USPF), key agencies under the Ministry of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy. Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, in a statement said Idris Olorunnimbe has […] The post Tinubu appoints Olorunnimbe as NCC chair, Tijani as USPF chair in new board constitutions appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Nigeria’s FOREX hits $40.159b on Tinubu’s reforms – Presidency 

Presidency has attributed the increase in Nigeria's FOREX reserves from $37.195 billion on July 1, 2025, to $40.159 billion on August 7. read more Nigeria’s FOREX hits $40.159b on Tinubu’s reforms – Presidency 

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4 w. ago Nigeria Sees Growth In Creative Industry As Sector Contributes Over $7bn To Economy

Nigeria is gradually experiencing growth in the creative industry which is now recognised globally. According to Donna McGowan, Country Director, British Council Nigeria, ‘Nigeria’s creative industry contributes over $7 billion to the economy, with fashion playing a key role in its global influence. McGowan’s comment reinforces key players in the Nigeria designers industry featuring in […]

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