19 h. ago Tinubu fixing economy PDP mismanaged under your watch, Presidency replies Atiku

Tribune Online Tinubu fixing economy PDP mismanaged under your watch, Presidency replies Atiku Nigeria is moving in the right direction. In contrast, Atiku and his party remain stuck in the past, fixated.... Tinubu fixing economy PDP mismanaged under your watch, Presidency replies Atiku Tribune Online

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21 h. ago Nigeria’s digital economy poised for growth, Shettima highlights strategic role of VISA

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Vice President, Kashim Shettima, has emphasized Nigeria’s readiness for increased investment and cross-sector collaboration, underscoring the Bola Tinubu administration’s commitment to economic transformation through bold reforms initiated since 2023. According to a statement issued by his media aide, Stanley Nkwocha, the Vice President speaking on Monday at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, […] The post Nigeria’s digital economy poised for growth, Shettima highlights strategic role of VISA appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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28 h. ago How Lisa Folawiyo turned wedding into a business moment for Nigeria’s fashion economy

When Temi Otedola walked into the courtyard, the crowd swelled like tidewater. Her gele caught the sun; the weave of read more How Lisa Folawiyo turned wedding into a business moment for Nigeria’s fashion economy

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35 h. ago Nigeria’s informal economy: Navigating between resilience and vulnerability

In the sprawling maze of Alaba International Market in Lagos, where the hum of generators mingles with the urgent calls read more Nigeria’s informal economy: Navigating between resilience and vulnerability

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36 h. ago Nigeria’s economy back on global investors’ radar as reforms take hold

Tribune Online Nigeria’s economy back on global investors’ radar as reforms take hold CBN’s FX overhaul, stable naira spark renewed confidence despite lag in long-term FDIs Nigeria is re-emerging as a preferred destination for global capital, with fresh data showing inflows hit $5.6 billion in the first quarter of 2025, the highest in five years. The rise, a 67 percent increase from the $3.4 billion recorded a year […] Nigeria’s economy back on global investors’ radar as reforms take hold Tribune Online

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39 h. ago Digital economy: FIRS, CBN, NEXIM, UBA, NDIC set for 2025 FICAN conference

Tribune Online Digital economy: FIRS, CBN, NEXIM, UBA, NDIC set for 2025 FICAN conference THE 2025 Conference of the Finance Correspondents Association of Nigeria (FICAN) has received strong backing from key financial institutions and regulators, underscoring its significance as a platform for shaping discourse on Nigeria’s digital economy. Among the supporters of the annual event are the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Nigeria […] Digital economy: FIRS, CBN, NEXIM, UBA, NDIC set for 2025 FICAN conference Tribune Online

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47 h. ago Kebbi Governor Pushes Bill To Transform Argungu Festival Into Economic Powerhouse

Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi State has appealed to the Federal Government to reposition the historic Argungu International Fishing and Cultural Festival as a global tourism attraction. He further noted that the festival should serve as a key driver of Nigeria’s Blue Economy, boosting both cultural heritage and economic growth. The Governor made the call […] The post Kebbi Governor Pushes Bill To Transform Argungu Festival Into Economic Powerhouse appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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58 h. ago Nigeria’s economy not growing, stakeholders debunk FG’s claim

Tribune Online Nigeria’s economy not growing, stakeholders debunk FG’s claim Say Nigerians have nothing to celebrate yet • Urge govt to slow down on debt ‘Statistics out there still shows that urban poor is 75%’ The recent remarks by President Bola Tinubu and former Minister of Finance and Director General, World Trade Organisation (WTO), Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, about the desirability of the reforms embarked upon […] Nigeria’s economy not growing, stakeholders debunk FG’s claim Tribune Online

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61 h. ago Fiscal, Financial Regulators Meet On Nigeria’s Digital Economy

The Finance Correspondents Association of Nigeria (FICAN) has announced that top regulators and bankers will headline its 2025 Annual Conference, with discussions focused on boosting Nigeria’s digital economy. The event, now in its 35th edition, with the theme: “Bracing for the Digital Economy in Nigeria: Taxation, Banking and Finance”, will have the executive chairman of […]

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3 d. ago What govt must do to solve Nigeria’s housing crisis – Emmanuel, real estate entrepreneur

•Why buildings keep collapsing By Vivian Onyebukwa Nnamdi Mba Emmanuel has urged the Nigerian government to fix the economy and regulate housing policies to solve housing problem in the country. Emmanuel is the Managing Director /Chief Executive Officer of Serenity Settlement Limited, a real estate firm. Born and raised in Enugu, where he has lived […] The post What govt must do to solve Nigeria’s housing crisis – Emmanuel, real estate entrepreneur appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Develop Creative Economy Now, Not Tomorrow, UK Expert Tells Nigerian Governors

The Pro Vice-Chancellor for Partnerships and Engagement at the University for the Creative Arts (UCA), United Kingdom, Professor Lyndsay Duthie, has urged Nigerian policymakers to act with urgency in developing the country’s creative economy, stressing that the opportunity is no longer in the future but in the present. Speaking during a courtesy visit to the […]

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3 d. ago NANS urges FG to protect Dangote Refinery, warns against plot to sabotage CNG trucks

By John Ogunsemore The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has called on the Federal Government to take urgent steps to safeguard the Dangote Petroleum Refinery, citing its critical role in Nigeria’s economy and fuel supply stability. The student body also raised concerns about an alleged plot by an oil cartel to attack the refinery’s […] The post NANS urges FG to protect Dangote Refinery, warns against plot to sabotage CNG trucks appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Green Economy, Decarbonisation Key To Energy Transition Plan, Says Federal Government

  The Federal Government has said that green economy, climate ambition, climate action and decarbonisation remained central to Nigeria’s energy transition plan, insisting that the country was committed to achieving its net zero target. Senior Special Assistant to the President on Climate Technology and Operations, Olamide Fagbuji, stated this in Abuja at the maiden edition […]

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4 d. ago Solid Minerals Development For Economic Diversification – Abbas

Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajudeen, has said developing the country‘s solid minerals sector is not just an option but imperative for economic diversification. Abbas, who stated this at a public hearing on 12 bills seeking to develop the solid minerals sector in Abuja on Thursday, observed that Nigeria‘s economy had been heavily […]

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4 d. ago Musawa promises to revise NTDA, NIHOTOUR Acts for industry benefit

Tribune Online Musawa promises to revise NTDA, NIHOTOUR Acts for industry benefit •As stakeholders push for inclusive growth The Minister of Arts, Culture, Tourism, and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musa Musawa, has announced plans to review the Nigerian Tourism Development Authority (NTDA) Act of 2022 as well as the National Institute for Hospitality and Tourism (NIHOTOUR) Act to strategically benefits the industry’s stakeholders. This initiative stems from a […] Musawa promises to revise NTDA, NIHOTOUR Acts for industry benefit Tribune Online

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4 d. ago NITDA opens review of digital infrastructure, data exchange standards

By Chinenye Anuforo The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has announced a public review of two key policy frameworks designed to advance Nigeria’s digital economy: the Draft Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) Live Events and the Draft Technical Standard for the Nigerian Data Exchange (NGDX). The review session will be held on Thursday, September 18, […] The post NITDA opens review of digital infrastructure, data exchange standards appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Nigeria Needs 21. 95% Growth Rate For $1tn Economy By 2031 – Afrinvest

  Afrinvest West Africa Limited has predicted that Nigeria’s rebased Gross Domestic Product (GDP) requires a 21.95 per cent growth rate at an exchange rate of N1,500 per dollar to achieve the $1 trillion economy target by 2031. The investment firm made this prediction in its 20th Nigeria Banking Sector Report 2025, titled ‘ACT-BOLD: Beyond […]

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6 d. ago Fisheries operators pick holes in Marine and Blue Economy policy targets

Tribune Online Fisheries operators pick holes in Marine and Blue Economy policy targets • faults establishment of six fish processing plants The Nigerian Trawlers Owners Association (NITOA)has revealed that the plan by the Federal Government to establish six new Fish Processing Plants by end of 2025, as stated in the Marine and Blue Economy policy, remains a talk-show as nothing significant as happened since the policy was unveiled […] Fisheries operators pick holes in Marine and Blue Economy policy targets Tribune Online

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6 d. ago IATF 2025: Zamfara Is Open For Investment, Governor Lawal Tells Global Investors

Governor Dauda Lawal has assured global investors that Zamfara State was open for investments. The governor and other panellists participated in the fifth African Sub-Sovereign Governments Network (AfSNET) conference held last Saturday in Algiers, Algeria. A statement by the spokesperson for the Zamfara State governor, Sulaiman Bala Idris, on Tuesday, said that the panel included […]

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7 d. ago Government, Stakeholders Assure Tech Startups Of Technical, Funding Supports

The federal government and stakeholders in the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) sector have assured local tech startups of technical and funding support to scale globally. The experts, who spoke on the sidelines of the just concluded GITEX Nigeria Tech Expo and Future Economy Conference in Lagos, said that while startups in Nigeria don’t have […]

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