44 m. ago FG prioritises women in livestock transformation, says minister

Idi Mukhtar Maiha, minister of livestock development, says the federal government is placing women at the centre of Nigeria’s livestock read more FG prioritises women in livestock transformation, says minister

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7 h. ago ECOWAS appoints Dangote to lead business council for economic growth

ECOWAS launches a new Business Council, appointing Aliko Dangote as its first chair to boost regional economic growth and private sector investment. Read More: https://punchng.com/ecowas-appoints-dangote-to-lead-business-council-for-economic-growth/

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13 h. ago Towards a pragmatic, productive foreign policy for Nigeria and the new ambassadors

The recent nomination of ambassadors by President Bola Tinubu has reopened a long-neglected debate about the direction and purpose of read more Towards a pragmatic, productive foreign policy for Nigeria and the new ambassadors

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15 h. ago CBN Targets Smallholder Farmers Through Agric Guarantee Scheme

Cardoso noted that the initiative reflected the Federal Government’s renewed commitment to reposition agriculture as a driver of inclusive growth, rural development, and economic diversification. The post CBN Targets Smallholder Farmers Through Agric Guarantee Scheme appeared first on Channels Television.

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36 h. ago CBN pushes new financial inclusion strategy to power economic growth

Philip Ikeazor, the Central Bank of Nigeria’s Deputy Governor for Financial System Stability, said financial inclusion must remain a core read more CBN pushes new financial inclusion strategy to power economic growth

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39 h. ago Experts call for tech adoption in healthcare transformation, patient

Experts have called for technology adoption in Nigeria’s healthcare transformation and prioritisation of patient-centred care. This call is part of read more Experts call for tech adoption in healthcare transformation, patient-centered care

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44 h. ago How Agritech is rewriting rural economy, empowering millions in Nigeria’s agribusiness sector

Nigeria’s agricultural sector is widely recognised as a sleeping giant with the potential to create millions of jobs, lift entire rural communities out of poverty, and significantly boost national economic growth. In this interview, CHRISTIAN APPOLOS speaks with Brand Consultant at CoFarmers, Ogunleye Adeoye Johnson, who explains how agritech is becoming a powerful engine for […]

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3 d. ago Nigeria prioritises economic growth in foreign policy – Minister

Discover how Nigeria’s foreign policy is now anchored on economic growth, job creation, and strategic global partnerships under President Bola Tinubu. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-prioritises-economic-growth-in-foreign-policy-minister/

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5 d. ago Foreign Internet Services Complicating Tracking Of Bandits — Tinubu’s Aide

The Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Policy Communication, Daniel Bwala, has said that criminals’ use of foreign internet services makes it difficult for Nigerian security agencies to track their locations and ovements. Bwala made this known in an interview with Nigeria Info FM, which was shared on the station’s Instagram page on Friday. […]

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5 d. ago UK unveils £12.4m programmes to support Nigeria’s economic reforms

The UK unveils two programmes worth £12.4m to support Nigeria’s economic reforms, aiming for macroeconomic stability and private-sector growth. Read More: https://punchng.com/uk-unveils-12-4m-programmes-to-support-nigerias-economic-reforms/

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5 d. ago Leverage your comparative advantage for economic growth, Tinubu to states

President Bola Tinubu, on Thursday, said a focused state-by-state economic strategy is central to achieving long-term stability and prosperity for read more Leverage your comparative advantage for economic growth, Tinubu to states

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5 d. ago 2026 Budget: Governor Sule Targets Infrastructure, Stronger Economy, Human Capital Growth

In a landmark presentation before the Nasarawa State House of Assembly recently, Governor Abdullahi A. Sule unveiled the 2026 Fiscal Appropriation Bill valued at N517,539,050,910.77. Tagged “Budget of Strategic Consolidation”, Governor Sule said the 7th budget since he assumed office in 2019 is designed to strengthen ongoing reforms, deepen development gains and accelerate economic expansion […]

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6 d. ago Senate commends CBN’s economic progress, urges continued stability

The CBN reports significant progress in Nigeria’s economy, citing lower inflation, stable FX rates, and GDP growth, earning praise from the Senate. Read More: https://punchng.com/senate-commends-cbns-economic-progress-urges-continued-stability/

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6 d. ago FG Will Work With Imo To Improve Investments, Economy — Shettima

Shettima, at the Imo economic summit, identified the state as a major pillar in Nigeria’s economic diversification plan, with high potential for growth in technology, gas utilisation, and small and medium-scale enterprises. The post FG Will Work With Imo To Improve Investments, Economy — Shettima appeared first on Channels Television.

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6 d. ago At Imo Economic Summit, VP Shettima Says Nations Grow When All States Harness Their Strengths

Vice President Kashim Shettima has identified Imo State as a major pillar in Nigeria’s economic diversification agenda primed for rapid growth in technology, gas utilisation, agro-industrial processing and small and medium-scale enterprises (SMEs). He said the government was committed to providing access to financing through the Bank of Industry (BOI) and the Development Bank of […]

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7 d. ago Disability inclusion key to national security, says NSCDC commandant

The NSCDC says disability inclusion is vital for national security, promoting economic growth & social unity. Learn about their initiatives and national ef Read More: https://punchng.com/disability-inclusion-key-to-national-security-says-nscdc-commandant/

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7 d. ago Former EU foreign policy chief, Federica Mogherini, accused of fraud

Federica Mogherini, the EU’s former foreign policy chief, has been accused of fraud as part of an EU investigation into misuse of funds

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7 d. ago Group Hails Tinubu’s Diplomatic Picks, Seeks More Career Envoys

The Civil Society Organisation on Community Advancement and Humanitarian Empowerment Initiative (CSCHEI) has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for appointing seasoned diplomats and intelligence experts to key international positions, describing the move as a deliberate effort to strengthen Nigeria’s global standing and deepen its foreign policy engagement. In a statement issued by its Director-General, Kunle […]

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7 d. ago Film Strongest Tool For Nigeria’s Global Influence – Official

Managing director of the Nigerian Film Corporation, Dr Ali Nuhu, has described film as one of the country’s strongest tools for global influence, diplomacy and economic growth. At the opening of the 15th Zuma International Film Festival in Abuja, Nuhu said the 2025 edition was designed to strengthen partnerships, deepen cultural exchange and expand opportunities […]

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7 d. ago Prioritise agric, manufacturing to sustain growth, CPPE urges FG

The CPPE urges Nigeria’s Federal Government to prioritise agriculture and manufacturing to sustain economic growth and ease cost-of-living pressures for ci Read More: https://punchng.com/prioritise-agric-manufacturing-to-sustain-growth-cppe-urges-fg/

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