13 h. ago Inflation Drop: World Bank Raises Nigeria, Other African Countries’ Growth Forecast

The development followed the Central Bank of Nigeria's easing of interest rates from 27.5 per cent to 27 per cent last month.  The post Inflation Drop: World Bank Raises Nigeria, Other African Countries’ Growth Forecast appeared first on Channels Television.

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29 h. ago Nigeria risks 30% jobless rate without 27 million formal jobs — NESG

Tribune Online Nigeria risks 30% jobless rate without 27 million formal jobs — NESG The report emphasised that sustainable job creation must be anchored on economic transformation and productivity growth... Nigeria risks 30% jobless rate without 27 million formal jobs — NESG Tribune Online

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37 h. ago Moody’s flags profitability risks for banks after CBN rate cut

Tribune Online Moody’s flags profitability risks for banks after CBN rate cut Global credit ratings agency Moody’s Investors Service has cautioned that Nigerian banks could face renewed profitability pressures following the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) recent decision to cut the Monetary Policy Rate (MPR) to 27 percent from 27.5 percent. The CBN said the 50-basis-point reduction was aimed at sustaining disinflation, encouraging credit expansion, and stimulating […] Moody’s flags profitability risks for banks after CBN rate cut Tribune Online

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3 d. ago NCDC Confirms 168 Deaths From Lassa Fever As Fatality Rate Increases

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has confirmed that the death toll from Lassa fever in the country has risen to 168. The agency disclosed this figure in its latest epidemiological report released on Friday, Sep In its latest epidemiological report, the agency disclosed that the Case Fatality Rate (CFR) now stands […] The post NCDC Confirms 168 Deaths From Lassa Fever As Fatality Rate Increases appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago NOSDRA, NIPC, ICPC top 2025 Transparency Index as Over 500 MDAs rank low

The National Oil Spill Detection and Response Agency (NOSDRA) has been rated as the most transparent public institution in Nigeria, according to the 2025 Transparency and Integrity Index (TII). In the report unveiled in Abuja by the Centre for Fiscal Transparency and Public Integrity (CeFTPI), NOSDRA led all 575 assessed Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) […] The post NOSDRA, NIPC, ICPC top 2025 Transparency Index as Over 500 MDAs rank low appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago New Generation Of Politicians Regards Money In The Treasury As Theirs – Falae

Nigeria is 65; how would you rate our journey so far? I am disappointed that we are still where we are at 65. The truth is that Nigeria is still far below the level we expected it to be. In every sector, we are behind. In terms of development, which includes education, security, and economy, […]

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4 d. ago Music, art, storytelling key to amplifying digital rights issues — Accountability Lab Nigeria

…laments weak enforcement of NDPC law From Fred Ezeh, Abuja Accountability Lab Nigeria, a strong incubator for creative ideas for accountability and anti-corruption, has highlighted the importance of music, art, and other forms of storytelling in amplifying digital rights issues in Nigeria. The organization also highlighted the alarming rate of abuse and misuse of personal […] The post Music, art, storytelling key to amplifying digital rights issues — Accountability Lab Nigeria appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago How CBN’s easing aligns with global monetary trends — Experts

Tribune Online How CBN’s easing aligns with global monetary trends — Experts The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has cut its benchmark interest rate, the Monetary Policy Rate (MPR), to 27 percent... How CBN’s easing aligns with global monetary trends — Experts Tribune Online

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4 d. ago CBN’s 27% Rate Cut Not Enough To Ease Credit Pressure, MSMEs Stakeholders Say

Members of the Organised Private Sector (OPS) have applauded the 27 per cent rate cut, but insisted that it is insufficient to ease credit pressures on businesses. Speaking about the development, the director-general of the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN), Segun Ajayi-Kadir, said manufacturers needed single-digit interest rates around five per cent for borrowing to […]

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5 d. ago Nigeria@65: Stakeholders lament poor education funding, declining quality 

Tribune Online Nigeria@65: Stakeholders lament poor education funding, declining quality  Stakeholders have observed that Nigeria’s education sector has shown gradual improvements in literacy and enrollment rates over the last 65 years, but still faces significant challenges. Some of these challenges as listed by stakeholders include inadequate funding, poor infrastructure, teachers’ shortages and quality, high number of out-of-school children and low completion rates and limited access […] Nigeria@65: Stakeholders lament poor education funding, declining quality  Tribune Online

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9 d. ago Nigeria rated 11th out of 26 nations with highest number of divorce cases — Clergy

Tribune Online Nigeria rated 11th out of 26 nations with highest number of divorce cases — Clergy He stressed the need for patience and mutual understanding in marriage, noting that the union is a testimony of God’s faithfulness. Nigeria rated 11th out of 26 nations with highest number of divorce cases — Clergy Tribune Online

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1 week ago Cheaper credit key to turning CBN’s rate cut into growth –NECA

The Director-General of the Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA), Adewale-Smatt Oyerinde, has hailed the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) decision to cut the Monetary Policy Rate (MPR) by 50 basis points to 27 percent, describing it as a strategic step towards stimulating growth. The decision was taken at the 302nd meeting of the CBN’s Monetary […] The post Cheaper credit key to turning CBN’s rate cut into growth –NECA appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Employers, Economists Hail Central Bank For Slashing Interest Rate To 27%

After five years, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has reduced its key interest rate, signalling a cautious shift in its monetary stance as inflation shows steady improvement. At the end of its two-day Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) session in Abuja on Tuesday, the CBN lowered the MPR by 50 basis points to 27 per […]

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2 w. ago MPC to decide on interest rates amid easing inflation, high expectations

By Chinwendu Obienyi The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) is poised to make a critical decision today as it weighs the nation’s interest rate policy against a backdrop of easing inflation, stable exchange rates, and solid economic growth. The two-day meeting of the committee comes at a pivotal moment […] The post MPC to decide on interest rates amid easing inflation, high expectations appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago UPDATED: Nigeria’s GDP expands by 4.23% in Q2 2025 as oil industry drive growth

Tribune Online UPDATED: Nigeria’s GDP expands by 4.23% in Q2 2025 as oil industry drive growth Nigeria’s economy recorded a growth rate of 4.23 per cent year-on-year in real terms in the second quarter of 2025, according to the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) Report released on Monday by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). UPDATED: Nigeria’s GDP expands by 4.23% in Q2 2025 as oil industry drive growth Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Is a rate cut in sight? Reading the signals from Nigeria’s Monetary Policy front

As Nigeria’s Central Bank prepares for its 302nd Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting on September 22-23, 2025, the economic landscape read more Is a rate cut in sight? Reading the signals from Nigeria’s Monetary Policy front

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2 w. ago Cardoso’s CBN faces balancing act as calls grow for lower interest rate

Tribune Online Cardoso’s CBN faces balancing act as calls grow for lower interest rate •Strengthen coordination between fiscal & monetary —Dr. Muda Yusuf •Economy needs to be stimulated via funds injection —Dr. Ekechukwu •MPR easing should be gradual to prevent unintended market dislocations —Dr. Akande The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) is facing growing pressure to ease monetary policy rates after new data confirmed inflation slowed for the fifth […] Cardoso’s CBN faces balancing act as calls grow for lower interest rate Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Kwara community raises alarm over increasing rate of killings, kidnappings

From Bamigbola Gbolagunte, Akure The Isanlu Isin Youth Forum in Kwara State has raised the alarm over the increasing rate of insecurity in Kwara South Senatorial district of the state. To this end, the forum called on the state government and security agencies to intensify efforts at curbing criminal acts in the area. According to […] The post Kwara community raises alarm over increasing rate of killings, kidnappings appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Insecurity: Kwara community raises alarm over increasing rate of killings, kidnapping

…Calls for govt action   From Bamigbola Gbolagunte   The Isanlu Isin Youth Forum in Kwara State has raised the alarm over the increasing rate of insecurity in Kwara south senatorial district of the state. To this end, the forum called on the state government and security agencies to intensify efforts at curbing criminal acts […] The post Insecurity: Kwara community raises alarm over increasing rate of killings, kidnapping appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Nigeria, South Africa, Kenya Hit By High Borrowing Costs — Moody’s

Although economies in the region face ever-rising funding needs to keep development and growth on track, they have to contend with high interest rates compared with their advanced counterparts. The post Nigeria, South Africa, Kenya Hit By High Borrowing Costs — Moody’s appeared first on Channels Television.

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