50 h. ago Obi calls for tourism overhaul as Mbah opens Enugu conference

From Jude Chinedu, Enugu The former Anambra State governor and 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has urged Nigeria to reposition its tourism sector as a driver of economic growth, insisting that “a new Nigeria is possible if we shift from consumption to production.” Obi made the call on Saturday at the opening of […] The post Obi calls for tourism overhaul as Mbah opens Enugu conference appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Oyebanji restates commitment to private sector partnership for economic growth

The Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, has restated the commitment of his administration to partnering with critical private sector players and institutions as a strategic drive for economic growth and sustainable development of the state. He stated this, on Tuesday, when he received the management team of the First Bank Plc led by the […] The post Oyebanji restates commitment to private sector partnership for economic growth appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Nigeria’s GDP growth must be around 8% to achieve $1trillion economy by 2030 —Enoh

Tribune Online Nigeria’s GDP growth must be around 8% to achieve $1trillion economy by 2030 —Enoh .Says economic growth unachievable outside industrialisation.To unveil new national industrial policy, this month The Minister of State for Industry, Trade and Investment, John Owan Enoh, has said Nigeria  must  raise its  Gross Domestic Product (GDP)  from the present figure of over 3 percent to around 8 percent, to enable it to achieve its dream of […] Nigeria’s GDP growth must be around 8% to achieve $1trillion economy by 2030 —Enoh Tribune Online

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9 d. ago Unchecked pursuit of economic growth cause of devastating environmental issues ―Adesokan

Tribune Online Unchecked pursuit of economic growth cause of devastating environmental issues ―Adesokan Adetomiwa Adesokan is an economist and a scholar who has been exploring the intersection of climate change and economic growth in Africa. In this interview with IFEDAYO OGUNYEMI, he spoke the relationship between carbon emissions and economic growth in Nigeria and South Africa. What inspired you to focus on carbon emissions and economic growth? My […] Unchecked pursuit of economic growth cause of devastating environmental issues ―Adesokan Tribune Online

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1 week ago Tinubu assures foreign trips focused on national growth, citizens’ welfare

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed that his international trips are fundamentally aimed at securing tangible benefits for Nigerians, including economic growth, job creation, and increased prosperity. Sharing his thoughts on his verified X handle @officialABAT, shortly after wrapping up official visits to Japan and Brazil, the President assured of his unwavering […] The post Tinubu assures foreign trips focused on national growth, citizens’ welfare appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Tinubu back to Abuja after productive diplomatic missions to Brazil, Japan

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   President Bola Tinubu returned early hours of Thursday to Abuja following successful state visits to Brazil and Japan aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s international partnerships and boosting economic growth. Landing at the Presidential Wing of Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport around 1:20 a.m., he was warmly welcomed by a high-profile delegation including […] The post Tinubu back to Abuja after productive diplomatic missions to Brazil, Japan appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Nigeria’s economic growth is slowing because spirit of enterprise and entrepreneurship is not at the right state – Utomi

Patrick Okedinachi Utomi is a globally-acclaimed thought-leader. His political and economic theories have helped businesses and economies make wise investment read more Nigeria’s economic growth is slowing because spirit of enterprise and entrepreneurship is not at the right state – Utomi

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2 w. ago Tinubu urges Petrobras to return to Nigeria, signs MoUs with Brazil

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Brasilia-Brazil President Bola Tinubu has called on the Brazilian oil giant, Petrobras, to return to Nigeria, emphasising the vital role the company could play in unlocking Nigeria’s vast gas resources and supporting the country’s economic growth. Speaking after being received by Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva at the Planalto Palace […] The post Tinubu urges Petrobras to return to Nigeria, signs MoUs with Brazil appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Nigeria’s ageing population holds untapped economic potential, says Emem Omokaro

Nigeria’s ageing population is not a burden but a valuable driver of economic growth, according to Emem Omokaro, former pioneer read more Nigeria’s ageing population holds untapped economic potential, says Emem Omokaro

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2 w. ago Placing moratorium on the establishment of tertiary institutions in Nigeria

Education remains the bedrock of national development. For any country, tertiary institutions  serve as centres of knowledge production, research, innovation, and the training of human capital that drive socio-economic growth. Nigeria, with its large population and youthful demographics, has witnessed an explosion in the number of universities over the past three decades. Both public and […] The post Placing moratorium on the establishment of tertiary institutions in Nigeria appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 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 How politics around port reforms hampers Nigeria’s economic growth

As Gov Eno’s hope on Ibom Deep seaport hangs in the balance Nigeria’s port system is a paradox of potential read more How politics around port reforms hampers Nigeria’s economic growth

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3 w. ago Nigeria on tract for sustainable growth, development — Bagudu, Minister of Budget

From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Abubakar Atiku Bagudu, has argued that despite the complaints across the country, Nigeria economy is on the right tract towards achieving sustainable growth and development under the current administration of President Bola Tinubu. He said that it would be too hasty to compare the level […] The post Nigeria on tract for sustainable growth, development — Bagudu, Minister of Budget appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Nigeria Prioritises Industrial Manpower Development For Economic Growth

President Bola Tinubu has announced Nigeria’s first-ever National Industrial Manpower Development Policy, underscoring the critical role of the country’s workforce in driving economic growth. Speaking at the National Industrial Manpower Summit (NIMS) 2025 in Abuja, he emphasised that Nigeria’s greatest asset is its people—not its natural resources. Represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, the President […]

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3 w. ago FG Inaugurates MSME Committee To Strengthen Agric Value Chain

Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Abubakar Kyari, has inaugurated the Implementation Technical Committee on Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) and the National Agro-Allied Commodities Cooperatives of Nigeria (NACCON). The mandate is strengthening the agricultural value chain, driving corporate partnerships, boosting economic growth, and creating more opportunities for Nigerian farmers. At the ceremony in […]

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3 w. ago NCC boss hails Tinubu’s appointment of new board to drive digital economy growth

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja Executive Vice Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Dr. Aminu Maida, has applauded President Bola Tinubu’s appointment of Mr. Idris Olorunnimbe as Chairman-designate of the Commission’s Board, alongside other designate Board members and members of the Universal Service Provision Fund (USPF) Board, as a major step towards accelerating […] The post NCC boss hails Tinubu’s appointment of new board to drive digital economy growth appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Weak industrial capacity seen threatening Nigeria’s economic growth prospect

Nigeria’s industrial sector has been seen as performing below expectations, posing a substantial threat to the country’s economic growth prospects, read more Weak industrial capacity seen threatening Nigeria’s economic growth prospect

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3 w. ago Strong governance crucial for $3bn telecom investment by 2026 – MOFI CEO

By Chinenye Anuforo The Chief Executive Officer, Ministry of Finance Incorporated (MOFI), Dr. Armstrong Takang, has disclosed that good corporate governance was the foundation for Nigeria’s economic growth and crucial to achieve its vision of becoming Africa’s leading digital economy. “It will help unlock over $3 billion in infrastructure investment by 2026 and drive affordable […] The post Strong governance crucial for $3bn telecom investment by 2026 – MOFI CEO appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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