84 m. ago Tinubu’s wife supports 1,000 women petty traders with N50m in Kaduna

Tribune Online Tinubu’s wife supports 1,000 women petty traders with N50m in Kaduna The First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has given a grant of ₦50 million to the First Lady of Kaduna State, Hajiya Hafsat Uba Sani, to support 1,000 women petty traders in the state. Tinubu’s wife supports 1,000 women petty traders with N50m in Kaduna Tribune Online

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3 h. ago We’ve simplified export processes for traders, investors — Dantsoho

By Steve Agbota The Managing Director of the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), Dr Abubakar Dantsoho, on Monday called on the trading and investing public to explore the tailor-made simplified export processes and other vistas of opportunity now available at the Nigerian Ports Authority. Speaking at the ‘Special Day’ of the Nigerian Ports Authority at the […] The post We’ve simplified export processes for traders, investors — Dantsoho appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago FG invites investors to explore opportunities in $18.5bn Centenary City project

The federal government is inviting more investors to explore the opportunities which the Centenary City, Abuja offers yield-hungry investors and read more FG invites investors to explore opportunities in $18.5bn Centenary City project

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4 h. ago Cross River cocoa industry needs policy intervention – Agara

From Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar Chief Chris Agara, the Chairman of AA Universal, an agro-based firm, says the cocoa industry in the state needs policy intervention. Chief Chris Agara, whose firm is the concessionaire of the Cross River State Cocoa Processing Plant in Ikom, spoke in an interview. He disclosed that most cocoa produced in the […] The post Cross River cocoa industry needs policy intervention – Agara appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago NPA has simplified export processes for traders, investors — Dantsoho

Tribune Online NPA has simplified export processes for traders, investors — Dantsoho The Managing Director of the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), Dr Abubakar Dantsoho, on Monday called on the trading and investing public to explore the tailor-made simplified export processes and other vistas of opportunity now available at the Nigerian Ports Authority. NPA has simplified export processes for traders, investors — Dantsoho Tribune Online

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8 h. ago Inflation fears, German election results drive Asian markets slip

Asian markets mostly fell Monday following a dour end to last week for Wall Street fuelled by disappointing economic data, but Frankfurt and the euro rose after conservatives won Germany’s closely watched election. After a healthy performance on Friday, Asian investors struggled to maintain momentum after big losses in New York, where the Nasdaq lost Read More

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11 h. ago Corporate Earnings, Dividends To Trigger Mixed Stock Market Performance

The stock market has been on the uptrend for the fifth consecutive week and this movement was driven by investors taking positions for portfolio rebalancing, prompted by pressured sell-offs across various counters and shaped by expectations and outcomes of the newly rebased CPI report and MPC decisions, where the policy committee unanimously decided to pause […]

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12 h. ago FG’s free trade zone taxes threatening $200bn investments –NACCIMA

•Says 600,000 jobs at risk By Chinelo Obogo The federal government’s move to impose taxes on Free Trade Zones (FTZs) has raised alarm among investors, with the Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines, and Agriculture (NACCIMA) cautioning that the policy could trigger an exodus of $200 billion in foreign investments and jeopardise over […] The post FG’s free trade zone taxes threatening $200bn investments –NACCIMA appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago We’ve enough fuel to meet Nigerians’ need — Dangote refinery

The President of the Dangote Group, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, has revealed that the Dangote Petroleum Refinery currently has over 500 million litres of petrol in its reservoir. He also said the refinery now produces enough fuel for local consumption and export. Dangote spoke during a tour of the $20bn Lekki-based facility with the Zambia Minister Read More

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21 h. ago NAAT demands reversal of telecom tariff hike, payment of withheld salaries

The National Association of Academic Technologists has called on telecommunications companies to revert to old tariffs pending the conclusion of the committee set up by the Federal Government to review the increase. The union also expressed concern over the frequent dissolution of university governing councils and the removal of vice-chancellors without due process. In a Read More

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24 h. ago FG approves establishment of food processing equipment development institute in Ekiti

Tribune Online FG approves establishment of food processing equipment development institute in Ekiti The Federal Government has approved the establishment of a Food Processing Equipment and Machinery Development Institute (FOPEMDI) in Ekiti. The Executive Vice Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI), Khalil Halilu confirmed this approval in a letter addressed to Governor Biodun Oyebanji on Friday. The NASENI boss in the […] FG approves establishment of food processing equipment development institute in Ekiti Tribune Online

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25 h. ago PDP celebrates Osun LG poll victory, praises Adeleke’s leadership

The Peoples Democratic Party has commended Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, and the people of the state for the successful conduct of the local government elections, describing the process as a victory for democracy and the rule of law. In a statement on Sunday, PDP National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologunagba, said the party’s decisive win Read More

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34 h. ago Planning to Japa? Here’s how long Canada’s visa process takes in 2025

For individuals considering immigration to Canada, understanding the visa processing times is crucial for planning purposes. The processing time varies read more Planning to Japa? Here’s how long Canada’s visa process takes in 2025

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44 h. ago Soludo promises collaboration with NAFDAC to tackle fake drugs

The Anambra State Governor Charles Soludo has pledged to collaborate with the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control to eliminate fake, substandard, and adulterated drugs from the market. Soludo made the promise on Saturday in Onitsha while addressing traders of Ogbo Ogwu and surrounding markets, which were recently shut down by NAFDAC Read More

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50 h. ago Niger: NANTS, AGRA project empower 367,000 farmers in three years

Tribune Online Niger: NANTS, AGRA project empower 367,000 farmers in three years The National Association of Nigerian Traders (NANTS) have concluded a three-year Agricultural intervention project in Niger, empowering about 367,000 small holder farmers. Dr. Ken Ukaoha, National President of NANTS, Dr. Ken Ukaoha made the disclosure during the NANT/Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA) project evaluation, sign-of and sustainability plan workshop in Minna. The […] Niger: NANTS, AGRA project empower 367,000 farmers in three years Tribune Online

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69 h. ago United Capital Infrastructure Fund pays out N1.98bn in 2024 dividends

United Capital Infrastructure Fund (UCIF) distributed N1.98 billion to investors for the 2024 financial year. The fund, operated by United read more United Capital Infrastructure Fund pays out N1.98bn in 2024 dividends

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3 d. ago AfDB unveils presidential candidates ahead of May 29 election

The African Development Bank has officially commenced the process of electing its next president with the release of candidates set to contest in the upcoming election scheduled for May 29. The announcement follows a two-day meeting of the Steering Committee of the Board of Governors at the bank’s headquarters in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, where a Read More

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3 d. ago Driving Business Efficiency and Market Growth: An Exclusive Interview with Olufunke Biobaku

Q: You have had an incredible career spanning finance, business analysis, and process optimization across multiple industries. What initially drew read more Driving Business Efficiency and Market Growth: An Exclusive Interview with Olufunke Biobaku

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3 d. ago SON achieves 60% harmonisation of export certifications for trade

The Standards Organisation of Nigeria has revealed it achieved more than 60 per cent harmonisation of export certifications, ensuring ease in intra-continental trade. The SON Assistant Director, Trade, Chioma Chudi-Anaukwu, disclosed this to The PUNCH on the sidelines of the Final Validation of the Market Access Guide and E-Commerce Platform held recently in Lagos by Read More

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3 d. ago NAHCON processes refunds to pilgrims after Hajj operations – Official

The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria says it processes refunds to Nigerian pilgrims after Hajj operations, not before. This is contained in a statement issued on Thursday in Abuja by Alhaji Shafii Sani, an official in the Information and Publications Division of NAHCON. The Independent Hajj Reporters had a few hours ago raised concern over Read More

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