48 h. ago Why we splashed N70bn on TVET programme – TETFUND boss, Echono

The Executive Secretary, Tertiary Education Trust Fund, Sonny Echono, highlights TETFUND’s massive investments in research and development and the plan to make the nation an ICT hub, in this interview with ADELANI ADEPEGBA and LARA ADEJORO TETFUND is heavily funding research across the universities. Can you share with us the fruits of your investment in Read More

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5 d. ago Nigeria to save $400bn annually by abolishing war risk insurance – NIMASA

The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency says Nigeria paid over $1.5 billion in war risk insurance premiums to international insurers in the past three years. In a statement on Friday, NIMASA’s head of public relations, Osagie Edward, said the impact of WRI premiums on the economy is staggering. War risk insurance covers losses and Read More

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5 d. ago Importers pay $1.5bn war risk premium despite reduction in piracy

Despite the reduction in piracy attacks in the Gulf of Guinea, importers paid $1.5bn as war risk insurance premiums on Nigeria-bound cargoes in the last three years, The PUNCH reports. This came as operators, including shipowners and ship captains, rejected the WRI premium, stating that Nigeria is not a war-torn country to be paying such Read More

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6 d. ago Tuberculosis cases expected to surge amid public health funding crisis

The Executive Vice President, Diagnostics, Africa, Roche Diagnostic, Dr. Allan Pamba, has stated that the spread of tuberculosis is expected to rise rapidly as public health systems face new funding challenges. Pamba, in a statement made available to PUNCH Online on Thursday, said active tuberculosis is fatal and mostly affects adults in their economically productive Read More

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6 d. ago Nigeria, others risk surge in tuberculosis on low investment, funding cuts – Pamba

Nigeria and other African nations are at a crossroads in the fight against tuberculosis as underinvestment in diagnostic services together read more Nigeria, others risk surge in tuberculosis on low investment, funding cuts – Pamba

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6 d. ago Stakeholders chart path to unlock local capital for impact investing in Nigeria

Advocates local capital domiciliation    By Henry Uche   Industry leaders, development finance institutions, fund managers, investors, financial institutions and regulators, over the weekend had a cross- pollination and fertilization of ideas to unlock local capital for impact investing in Nigeria.   Delivering goodwill remarks, Mr. Frank Aigbogun, Chair of IIF; Alice Dada, Nigeria Country […] The post Stakeholders chart path to unlock local capital for impact investing in Nigeria appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Five Nigerian banks make progress in recapitalisation efforts

Tribune Online Five Nigerian banks make progress in recapitalisation efforts FIVE major Nigerian banks have made progress in their recapitalization efforts, moving closer to meeting the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN’s) minimum capital requirements. The banks have ramped up fundraising initiatives to strengthen their financial positions, boosting investor confidence and reinforcing stability in the banking sector. FirstHoldCo, the parent company of FirstBank, recently concluded its […] Five Nigerian banks make progress in recapitalisation efforts Tribune Online

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1 week ago Delta State secures N1bn from European Investment Bank to tackle environmental challenges

Delta State has secured a N1 billion intervention fund from the European Investment Bank (EIB) to address pressing environmental challenges, read more Delta State secures N1bn from European Investment Bank to tackle environmental challenges

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1 week ago One million malnourished children in Nigeria and Ethiopia risk losing aid – UNICEF

The United Nations Children's Agency says it will run out of supply of lifesaving food to treat children suffering from acute malnutrition read more One million malnourished children in Nigeria and Ethiopia risk losing aid – UNICEF

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1 week ago MOFI Real Estate Investment Fund secures N250bn to boost Affordable Housing in Nigeria

The Ministry of Finance Incorporated Real Estate Investment Fund (MREIF) has successfully closed its N250 billion pilot fundraising, marking a read more MOFI Real Estate Investment Fund secures N250bn to boost Affordable Housing in Nigeria

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1 week ago NIMASA crusade against war risk insurance will save Nigeria $400bn annually

Tribune Online NIMASA crusade against war risk insurance will save Nigeria $400bn annually   War risk insurance (WRI) premium is an additional surcharge imposed by international shipping companies on cargo bound for Nigerian ports. It comprises two key components: war risk liability, which covers people and goods aboard the vessel and is calculated based on the indemnity amount, and war risk hull, which covers the vessel itself and […] NIMASA crusade against war risk insurance will save Nigeria $400bn annually Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Gov Radda Champions Africa’s Economic Future At Oxford Forum

Katsina State is poised to welcome new waves of investment as Governor Malam Dikko Umaru Radda leads efforts to secure partnerships with Oxford University, foreign investors, and development finance institutions to fund agricultural, energy, and technology initiatives in the state. This initiative follows Governor Radda’s participation at the 2025 Oxford Africa Business Forum, held at […]

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2 w. ago KPMG, private sector unveil investment fund model to boost food security

Tribune Online KPMG, private sector unveil investment fund model to boost food security The proposal aligns with the administration’s vision to reduce Nigeria’s £3 billion annual food import bill by expanding mechanized farming, strengthening local refining capacity, and enhancing food security. KPMG, private sector unveil investment fund model to boost food security Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Private sector unveils agribusiness investment fund to boost food security

The private sector has introduced a Large-Scale Agribusiness Financing Programme aimed at transforming Nigeria’s agricultural sector and strengthening food security. This is according to a press statement on Monday by the Director of Information and Public Relations at the Federal Ministry of Finance, Mohammed Manga. The statement noted that the initiative, which was unveiled in Read More

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2 w. ago Katsina gov courts foreign investors for agriculture, energy, technology

Katsina State Governor, Dikko Radda, has urged foreign investors and development finance institutions to fund key projects in agriculture, energy, and technology to drive economic growth in the state. Radda made the call following his participation at the ongoing 2025 Oxford Africa Business Forum, held at the Saïd Business School, University of Oxford, United Kingdom. Read More

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2 w. ago Nigeria boosts SDG efforts as 590m face poverty risk worldwide

as Gombe hosts north-east regional consultation for 2025 voluntary national review From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   A stark warning from the UN DESA Report of 2024 has highlighted that if current trends persist, a staggering 590 million people worldwide may still be trapped in extreme poverty by 2030. This alarming figure underscores the urgent need […] The post Nigeria boosts SDG efforts as 590m face poverty risk worldwide appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago How to survive the scorching heat wave amid health risks for Nigerians

A blistering heat wave sweeping across Nigeria is putting millions at risk, exacerbating health concerns, and complicating daily life.  With read more How to survive the scorching heat wave amid health risks for Nigerians

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2 w. ago Banks’ Audit Executives Seek Stronger Institutional Framework To Combat Fraud

The Association of Chief Audit Executives of Banks in Nigeria (ACAEBIN) has called for the improvement of governance structures, enhancement of risk management practices, and strengthening of the mechanisms that safeguard Nigeria’s financial system. The chairperson of ACAEBIN, Aina Amah stated this at the 2024 annual general meeting and fraud conference with the theme: ‘Fraud […]

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2 w. ago Parthian Capital Persuades Investors With 2 New Investment Funds

Parthian Capital Limited, the asset management division of the Parthian Group, is persuading investors with the launch of two investment funds, namely, the Parthian Money Market Fund and the Parthian Dollar Fixed Income Fund. These new offerings are designed to provide investors with secure and customised financial solutions, fostering long-term wealth preservation and growth. During […]

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2 w. ago Anambra benefits from European Bank’s erosion, land degradation fund

Anambra State has been named among the beneficiaries of the European Investment Bank (EIB) intervention fund aimed at addressing erosion read more Anambra benefits from European Bank’s erosion, land degradation fund

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