9 h. ago Swap your Escalade for Innoson, Nord if you believe in ‘Nigeria First’, Atiku challenges Tinubu

Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has criticised the ‘Nigeria First’ policy approved by the Federal Executive Council (FEC) under President Bola read more Swap your Escalade for Innoson, Nord if you believe in ‘Nigeria First’, Atiku challenges Tinubu

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10 h. ago Newly approved national marine, blue economy policy will create sustainable prosperity for Nigeria – Oyetola

From Steve Agbota The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved Nigeria’s first National Marine and Blue Economy Policy (2025–2034), a transformative step to harness the country’s 853-kilometre coastline and extensive inland waterways for economic diversification, job creation, and environmental sustainability. Minister of Marine and Blue Economy Adegboyega Oyetola described the policy as a “visionary framework” […] The post Newly approved national marine, blue economy policy will create sustainable prosperity for Nigeria – Oyetola appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Nigeria First Policy: Lead By Example, Replace Your Exotic Convoy With Innoson Vehicles — Atiku Tells Tinubu

Former vice-president Atiku Abubakar has challenged President Bola Tinubu to lead by example over the ‘Nigeria First’ policy, introduced by his government. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that on Monday, Federal Executive Council gave green light to the policy, aimed at giving preference to locally produced goods and services in all government purchases. Reacting to the development […] The post Nigeria First Policy: Lead By Example, Replace Your Exotic Convoy With Innoson Vehicles — Atiku Tells Tinubu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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13 h. ago ‘It’s Mere Public Relations Gimmick’, Atiku’s Aide Slams Tinubu’s ‘Nigeria First’ Policy

Phrank Shaibu, the Special Assistant on Public Communication to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has taken a swipe at President Bola Tinubu’s recently introduced ‘Nigeria First’ policy, calling it a public relations gimmick with no genuine commitment to local content or economic patriotism. In a press statement released on Tuesday, Shaibu described the policy, which […]

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16 h. ago Nigeria first policy: Swap your Escalade for Innoson – Atiku to Tinubu

By John Ogunsemore Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has asked President Bola Tinubu to show his belief in his administration’s newly introduced Nigeria First Policy by swapping his Cadillac Escalade presidential vehicle for Innoson, Nord or other Nigeria-made vehicles. The 2023 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) stated this in a statement on […] The post Nigeria first policy: Swap your Escalade for Innoson – Atiku to Tinubu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago MAN lauds FG’s “Nigeria First” policy directive, seeks collaboration on implementation

Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) has commended the Federal Government on the “Nigeria First” policy directive aimed at prioritising patronage read more MAN lauds FG’s “Nigeria First” policy directive, seeks collaboration on implementation

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43 h. ago 25 Years Later, Democracy Has Not Impacted Nigeria’s Foreign Policy – Political Scientists

Political scientists have posited that democracy has not significantly impacted Nigeria’s foreign policy since its return to democratic rule in 1999. They noted that the expectation that the country would enjoy increased international influence and engagement following its return to democracy over 25 years ago has not materialised. The political scientists made their position known […]

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43 h. ago Speaker Abbas Pushes For Adoption Of Renewable Energy To Diversify Economy

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Tajudeen Abbas, has said Nigeria must adopt renewable energy to diversify its economy. According to Abbas, the case for renewable energy is compelling as it holds substantial implications for national policy agendas. The speaker noted that Nigeria is assuming a continental leadership role in the race to […]

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55 h. ago Federal Gov’t Bans Procurement Of Foreign Goods, Services Where Local Alternatives Exist

The federal government has approved a far-reaching policy tagged the Renewed Hope Nigeria First Initiative, which mandates all Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) of government to prioritise Nigerian-made goods and services in government procurements. Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, disclosed this to State House correspondents on Monday after the federal executive council […]

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8 d. ago Nigeria’s Digital Pioneers Set For Spotlight As 50MVPs Awards Return In 2025

Nigeria’s digital economy will take center stage as the prestigious ’50 Most Valuable Personalities’ (50MVPs) in Nigeria’s Digital Economy event unfolds in Lagos. Spearheaded by Knowhow Media, publishers of IT Edge News.Africa, the gathering, which will take place on May 22, 2025, will honour the architects of Nigeria’s ongoing digital transformation—visionaries, innovators, and policy drivers […]

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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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9 d. ago Remarks by Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, Yu Dunhai, at press briefing on Articulating China’s Stance on US Tariff Policy

By Aidoghie Paulinus   1. Why is the U.S. tariff policy “a step backward in history”? We live in the 21st century—an era far removed from the devastation of two World Wars. This year marks the 80th anniversary of the United Nations and the victory of the World Anti-Fascist War.  As President Xi Jinping pointed […] The post Remarks by Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, Yu Dunhai, at press briefing on Articulating China’s Stance on US Tariff Policy appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago HEIR Study: 94% of Nigerian workers report sexual harassment crisis, seek policy reform

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja A recent virtual validation meeting convened by HEIR Women Hub (HWH) exposed critical gaps in Nigeria’s fight against workplace sexual harassment, with research revealing widespread policy non-compliance and systemic failures in enforcement. Supported by the African Women Development Fund (AWDF) under the KASA! Initiative, the meeting united gender advocates, policymakers, and […] The post HEIR Study: 94% of Nigerian workers report sexual harassment crisis, seek policy reform appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Women hold only 9 per cent of Nigeria’s political offices – Investigation

    By Oluseye Ojo These days, there have been increasing advocacies for gender equity, balance, mainstreaming, and inclusion, especially for women to be in top elected and appointive leadership positions across the globe.   The extant National Gender Policy (NGP) in Nigeria recommends 35 per cent affirmative action for women. It also seeks at […] The post Women hold only 9 per cent of Nigeria’s political offices – Investigation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Assessing the implications of Nigeria’s ban on solar panel imports

The Federal Government of Nigeria recently announced a policy to halt the importation of solar panels. This decision is intended read more Assessing the implications of Nigeria’s ban on solar panel imports

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1 week ago Step Up Domestic Revenue Mobilisation Through Tax, IMF Tells Nigeria, Others

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has advised Nigeria and other African economies to step up domestic revenue mobilisation, arguing that there is still ample room to increase taxation despite prevailing fiscal pressures. Speaking at a press briefing on the IMF’s 2025 Global Policy Agenda, Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva, citing Nigeria, Egypt, Ghana, and Côte d’Ivoire, […]

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1 week ago ‘70% Shipment From Nigeria To US Returned Over Trump Tariff Policy’

Since the implementation of Donald Trump’s Tariff Policy, especially, on Africa, more than 70% of shipments sent from Nigeria to the U.S. via airport have either been refused entry or placed on hold. The chief commercial officer, AAJ Express Logistics Limited, Ini Daniel, who disclosed this yesterday, noted that this alarming trend has caused substantial […]

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2 w. ago Global surge in renewable energy: Implications for public policy in Nigeria

This article is based on Ember’s sixth annual Global Electricity Review released on April 8, 2025 – a must-read for read more Global surge in renewable energy: Implications for public policy in Nigeria

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2 w. ago Why US tariff policy is a step backward in history, by Chinese envoy

From Aidoghie Paulinus, Abuja The Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, Yu Dunhai, has given reasons the United States tariff policy is a step backward in history. Briefing journalists in Abuja, Yu said the world lives in the 21st century, an era far removed from the devastation of two World Wars.  He recalled that the year 2025 […] The post Why US tariff policy is a step backward in history, by Chinese envoy appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Why US tariff policy is a step backward in history – Chinese Envoy

From Aidoghie Paulinus, Abuja The Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, Yu Dunhai, has given reasons why the United States tariff policy is a step backward in history. Briefing journalists in Abuja, Yu said the world live in the 21st century, an era far removed from the devastation of two World Wars. He recalled that the year […] The post Why US tariff policy is a step backward in history – Chinese Envoy appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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