77 m. ago Naira depreciates at official market, holds steady on parallel window

Tribune Online Naira depreciates at official market, holds steady on parallel window The Nigerian naira faced mixed fortunes on Wednesday, April 3, 2025, depreciating at the official market while remaining stable on the parallel window. At the Nigerian Autonomous Foreign Exchange Market (NAFEM), the local currency closed at N1,552.53 per US dollar, down from Tuesday’s rate of N1,531.25/US$. However, at the parallel market, the naira held firm […] Naira depreciates at official market, holds steady on parallel window Tribune Online

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66 h. ago Elon Musk tops Forbes’ billionaires list as wealth hits record high

Elon Musk has taken the top spot on Forbes’ 39th annual World’s Billionaires list, surpassing French luxury mogul Bernard Arnault. Musk’s net worth skyrocketed 75% to $342 billion, driven by rising valuations of xAI, SpaceX and a strong performance by Tesla stock over the past year. Despite a recent market dip, he remains the first Read More

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4 d. ago Nigeria’s lease market remains untapped goldmine to drive development – Adekoya

Tayo Adekoya, is the MD/CEO of Adept Lessor Limited, a Lagos-based asset finance leasing company. Adekoya spoke to the trajectory read more Nigeria’s lease market remains untapped goldmine to drive development – Adekoya

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8 d. ago Plateau govt, Israel partner to advance agriculture, technology, medicine

Tribune Online Plateau govt, Israel partner to advance agriculture, technology, medicine The Plateau State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to partnering with the State of Israel in key sectors such as agriculture, technology, and medicine to drive sustainable development and economic growth. Plateau govt, Israel partner to advance agriculture, technology, medicine Tribune Online

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1 week ago Lagos, LIFC Sign Partner City Of UK To Build International Financial Centre

The Lagos State government, in partnership with EnterpriseNGR under the platform of the Lagos International Financial Council (LIFC), on Monday signed a Memorandum of Understanding with City of UK and the Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) for the development of an International Financial Centre in Lagos to drive economic growth. The signing of the […]

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1 week ago Five rail transport projects that can shape Nigeria’s economy

In recent years, rail transport appears to have gotten a new lease of life in Nigeria, particularly with some major read more Five rail transport projects that can shape Nigeria’s economy

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1 week ago CBN: Harnessing innovation to unleash creative industry’s $25bn goldmine

By Uche Usim At a time the country is in dire need of foreign exchange to drive various developmental projects, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the Bankers’ Committee’s are collaboratively championing innovation as a catalyst to unlock the immense potential of the country’s creative industry, valued at $25 billion. Using the fully revamped […] The post CBN: Harnessing innovation to unleash creative industry’s $25bn goldmine appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago One feared dead as policeman opens fire in Calabar, injures two

Tragedy struck in Calabar, Cross River State on Sunday when a police inspector, whose identity remains undisclosed, opened fire near Atakpa Police Station along Watt Market Road, killing one person and injuring two others. Eyewitnesses recounted that the inspector had just returned from duty but refused to surrender his rifle, exhibiting erratic behaviour. As fellow Read More

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1 week ago Niger Delta monarchs seek collaboration for regional development

The Association of Niger Delta Monarchs of Nigeria (ANDMON) has expressed its willingness to collaborate with the Federal Government, multinational organisations, and other stakeholders to drive development in the Niger Delta region.    The monarchs, who gathered in Port Harcourt, the Rivers State capital, on Friday, signed a statement calling for accelerated development in all […] The post Niger Delta monarchs seek collaboration for regional development appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Tax reform bills will improve Nigeria’s economy – Speaker’s aide

Chibuike Emmanuel, an aide to the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, has stated that the tax reform bills passed by the Green Chamber on Tuesday will drive development and improve the country’s economy. In a statement on Wednesday, Emmanuel also commended the speaker for his exemplary leadership in steering the passage of Read More

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2 w. ago Anambra agency hails Soludo’s digital revolution, assesses three

The Anambra State Information and Communication Technology Agency has praised Governor Chukwuma Soludo’s transformative leadership, stating that it has emerged as a beacon of technological transformation and digital progress. The agency said the governor’s three-year leadership has enabled tech-driven initiatives, empowering the state government to drive impactful development projects across the state. In a statement Read More

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2 w. ago Edo deputy gov harps on inclusive administration to drive development

Tribune Online Edo deputy gov harps on inclusive administration to drive development Edo State Deputy Governor, Mr Dennis Idahosa, has reiterated the state government's commitment to establishing a robust and impact-driven relationship with the Conference of Non-Governmental Organisations (CONGOS) to drive development across all sectors in the state. Edo deputy gov harps on inclusive administration to drive development Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Minister calls for creation of livestock colleges, charges ARCN to drive innovation

Tribune Online Minister calls for creation of livestock colleges, charges ARCN to drive innovation THE Minister of Livestock Development, Idi Mukhtar Maiha, has tasked the Agricultural Research Council of Nigeria (ARCN) to intensify research and innovation efforts in the livestock sector to enable the Federal Government establish specialised colleges for livestock development. The Minister issued the charge when the Executive Secretary of ARCN, Professor Garba Sharubutu, led a delegation […] Minister calls for creation of livestock colleges, charges ARCN to drive innovation Tribune Online

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2 w. ago EU supports Nigeria digital sector to catalyse jobs, sustainable economic growth

Tribune Online EU supports Nigeria digital sector to catalyse jobs, sustainable economic growth The European Union (EU) is supporting Nigeria’s digital sector, which holds enormous potential to drive sustainable growth, create jobs opportunities and development across the country, the EU Ambassador to Nigeria and ECOWAS, Gautier Mignot, has said. The EU is facilitating Nigeria’s digital transformation through investments in digital infrastructure, entrepreneurship, skills development, and e-governance, with plans […] EU supports Nigeria digital sector to catalyse jobs, sustainable economic growth Tribune Online

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2 w. ago NNPCL, others highlight partnership, peace for Niger Delta progress

NNPC Limited has emphasised the importance of collaboration and effective utilisation of host community funds to drive sustainable development in the Niger Delta region. This call was made during a stakeholder engagement session with the KEFFESO Host Communities Development Trust in Bayelsa State, as detailed in a press statement released on Monday and signed by Read More

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2 w. ago Navy Intercepts 13,800 Litres Of Petrol, 71 Bags Of Smuggled Rice In Lagos

The Forward Operating Base (FOB) Badagry of the Nigerian Navy has intercepted at least 13,800 litres of petrol and 71 bags of foreign rice in multiple operations against smugglers along the Badagry creeks. The Commanding Officer of FOB Badagry, Navy Captain Oyeleye Omotayo, confirmed the seizures between March 7 and 14 in a statement issued […] The post Navy Intercepts 13,800 Litres Of Petrol, 71 Bags Of Smuggled Rice In Lagos appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago EU supports Nigeria’s digital sector to catalyse sustainable economic growth

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja The European Union (EU) said it’s supporting Nigeria’s digital sector which, it said, holds enormous potential to drive sustainable growth and development across the country. EU Ambassador to Nigeria and ECOWAS, Gautier Mignot, made the pledge at the Omniverse Summit in Lagos organized in collaboration with a range of partners, including […] The post EU supports Nigeria’s digital sector to catalyse sustainable economic growth appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Coleman Wires Seeks Increased Investment In Cable Infrastructure

The managing director of Coleman Wires and Cables Industries Limited, Mr. George Onafowokan, has called for more investment in the cable infrastructure to drive sustainable development in Nigeria. He emphasised the critical role of cable infrastructure in national development, urging Nigeria to prioritize investments in the sector. Speaking at the 2025 Nigerian International Energy Summit […]

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3 w. ago Add value to states’ raw materials to boost economy, Gov Otti urges FG

Tribune Online Add value to states’ raw materials to boost economy, Gov Otti urges FG Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, has called on the Federal Government to prioritize value addition to Nigeria’s abundant raw materials to drive economic development. Add value to states’ raw materials to boost economy, Gov Otti urges FG Tribune Online

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