25 h. ago Nigeria’s space economy set to contribute $1bn annually to GDP — ACCI

Tribune Online Nigeria’s space economy set to contribute $1bn annually to GDP — ACCI “In 2023, the global space economy was valued at over $546 billion, with the private sector contributing approximately 77% of that value." Nigeria’s space economy set to contribute $1bn annually to GDP — ACCI Tribune Online

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28 h. ago Agriculture key to job creation, wealth, food security for Nigerians — Obasanjo

From Abdulrazaq Mungadi, Gombe Former President of Nigeria, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, has reiterated the critical role of agriculture in addressing Nigeria’s pressing economic and social challenges. According to him, the sector remains the most viable avenue for job creation, wealth generation, and ensuring food security for Nigeria’s over 250 million population. Obasanjo stated this on […] The post Agriculture key to job creation, wealth, food security for Nigerians — Obasanjo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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33 h. ago Japa: Doctors must be incentivised to stay in Nigeria — Obasanjo

Tribune Online Japa: Doctors must be incentivised to stay in Nigeria — Obasanjo Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has said that medical personnel, including doctors and nurses trained in Nigeria, must be motivated with the right work conditions to remain in the country and not migrate overseas. Obasanjo stated this when he commissioned the renovated and rehabilitated Yariman Bakura Specialist Hospital in Zamfara State on Tuesday. ALSO READ FROM NIGERIAN […] Japa: Doctors must be incentivised to stay in Nigeria — Obasanjo Tribune Online

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3 d. ago LFT: Redefining Nigeria’s maritime landscape with performance

The critical role of the maritime sector in the economy of any nation cannot be overemphasised – it plays a read more LFT: Redefining Nigeria’s maritime landscape with performance

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4 d. ago Strengthening the banking sector: NDIC and imperative of risk

The evolving complexity of the banking sector and its crucial role in economic intermediation underscore the need for a robust read more Strengthening the banking sector: NDIC and imperative of risk-minimizer deposit insurance

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5 d. ago Pyrates raise the alarm over paucity of blood in public hospitals

…Donates blood to mitigate loss of lives   By Adewale Sanyaolu   The National Association of Seadogs(NAS), Pyrates Confraternity, Zanas Deck,  has expressed concern over the dwindling availability of blood in public hospitals. Capoon of the association, Zanas Deck, Yaba, Lagos,Mr. Nnaemeka Ezeokwelume, stated this during its bi- annual blood donation exercise  at the National […] The post Pyrates raise the alarm over paucity of blood in public hospitals appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago June 12: Zulum announces N130 million for hospital patients, prison inmates

From Timothy Olanrewaju, Maiduguri Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum has announced the release of over N130 million to support over 2,000 hospital patients and 1,280 prison inmates in Maiduguri to mark Democracy Day in the state. Zulum announced the gesture on Thursday after his visit to the Maiduguri Maximum Security Custodial Centre as part of […] The post June 12: Zulum announces N130 million for hospital patients, prison inmates appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Expert Applauds NIMASA DG For Facilitating Marine, Blue Economy Sector Growth

A maritime expert, Shola Fadeyi, has applauded the director general of the Nigerian Marítime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) for facilitating maritime safety, regulation and the promotion of Nigeria’s maritime sector. In an article titled “NIMASA: Facilitating Progress of Marine and Blue Economy’s Sector,” Fadeyi said that Dr Mobereola’s policies have been positively impacting the […]

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8 d. ago WASPEN Calls For National Task Force On Hospital Malnutrition

The West African Society of Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition (WASPEN) has called on the federal government to establish a multi-sectoral national task force to combat hospital-related malnutrition and strengthen nutrition care across Nigeria. The president and founder of WASPEN, Dr. Teresa Pounds, who made the call during a virtual media briefing ahead of the WASPEN […]

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9 d. ago PMI: Recalibration bell tolls as cost pressures threaten Nigeria’s fragile recovery

By Chinwendu Obienyi Despite a sixth consecutive month of private sector expansion, Nigeria’s economic recovery is under increasing threat from cost-induced pressures that are eroding business margins, depressing confidence and exposing structural vulnerabilities across key sectors. The latest Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) for May 2025, compiled by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), printed at […] The post PMI: Recalibration bell tolls as cost pressures threaten Nigeria’s fragile recovery appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago FG ready to partner states, private sector to achieve $100bn economy — Musawa

Tribune Online FG ready to partner states, private sector to achieve $100bn economy — Musawa “Today, Africa has only 1.2% of the global fashion market, which is about $30 billion, and with what we have in Africa, Africa can do much better. FG ready to partner states, private sector to achieve $100bn economy — Musawa Tribune Online

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1 week ago Success for VCP, not about profit, but lasting impact on lives around us – Ofor

With 18 years and counting in the Nigerian hospitality industry, Victoria Crown Plaza (VCP) Hotel, has impacted the industry, amid read more Success for VCP, not about profit, but lasting impact on lives around us – Ofor

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2 w. ago Medical expert seeks policy for free healthcare, education for vulnerable Nigerians

Babatunde Okewale, a leading Nigerian medical expert and Group Medical Director of St Ives Hospital has canvassed for government policies read more Medical expert seeks policy for free healthcare, education for vulnerable Nigerians

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2 w. ago Nigeria loses $8.8bn in annual revenue to informal sector — AfDB

Tribune Online Nigeria loses $8.8bn in annual revenue to informal sector — AfDB Nigeria’s large informal economy has deprived the nation of approximately $8.8 billion in annual revenue that could have been generated through taxation of informal businesses. This is contained in the latest African Development Bank (AfDB) 2025 African Economic Outlook report, which states that while informal businesses contribute significantly to economic activity and employment, much of […] Nigeria loses $8.8bn in annual revenue to informal sector — AfDB Tribune Online

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2 w. ago My greatest fulfilment comes from being able to make a difference – Charity Babatunde

Mrs Charity Babatunde is a woman of many parts. She runs different businesses, including a non-governmental organisation, which is focused on paying the medical bills of indigent patients in hospitals across Nigeria. Mrs Babatunde is a certified Senior Professional in Human Resources, with a Diploma in Insurance, BSC in Business Administration, and a Masters in […] The post My greatest fulfilment comes from being able to make a difference – Charity Babatunde appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Why youths are Nigeria’s untapped hospitality superpower – Hala

Considering the huge population of the youth, amid potential and energy needed to impact workforce and productivity, it is regrettable read more Why youths are Nigeria’s untapped hospitality superpower – Hala

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2 w. ago Tinubu’s Reforms Policy Reflect Positive Trajectory For Nigeria’s Economy – Rabiu

The founder and chairman of BUA Group. Abdul Samad Rabiu has stated that President Bola Tinubu’s reforms policy has reflected a positive trajectory for Nigeria’s economy and business sector, fostering an environment better suited for growth, stability, and equitable opportunity. He said that “as Nigeria observes the second anniversary of Tinubu’s administration, it is essential […]

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3 w. ago Varsity don advocates public, private economic collaboration for growth, development

Family donates N100m to OAU in honour of late Prof. Odeyemi From Lateef Dada, Osogbo Professor Oladele Ogunseitan, a don from the Department of Population Health and Disease Prevention, University of California, Irvine, has called for collaboration between private and public sector investors to drive economic growth and development in Nigeria. Speaking at a lecture […] The post Varsity don advocates public, private economic collaboration for growth, development appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago As Shippers’ Council PR Unit Launches Move To Transit To NIPERA 

As Stakeholders in the Marítime sector await President Bola Tinubu’s assent to the Nigerian Economic Regulatory Agency (NIPERA) bill, the Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC) is not leaving any stone unturned to ensure that its staff members fit into the new roles. When eventually signed into law, the bill would allow the Council to legally regulate […]

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3 w. ago Nigeria faces serious mental health crisis — Kokona, clinical psychologist

Tribune Online Nigeria faces serious mental health crisis — Kokona, clinical psychologist WITH fewer than 300 psychiatrists serving a population of over 200 million, Nigeria faces a serious mental health crisis. Most facilities are clustered in major cities, leaving rural communities with little to no access to help. Dr Daniel Kokona, a clinical psychologist at Garki Hospital, Abuja, made the assertion as Nigeria joined the global commemoration […] Nigeria faces serious mental health crisis — Kokona, clinical psychologist Tribune Online

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