3 h. ago Nigeria’s exports outpace imports as trade surplus hits N6.69tn

Nigeria recorded a N6.69tn trade surplus in Q3 2025, driven by economic reforms in the FX market that boosted export competitiveness and curbed imports. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigerias-exports-outpace-imports-as-trade-surplus-hits-n6-69tn/

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4 h. ago Navigating Nigeria’s Gig Economy: Opportunities and Challenges for Youths

The Rise of Nigeria’s Gig Economy In recent years, Nigeria has witnessed a significant shift in its labor market dynamics with the rise of the gig economy. As traditional job markets become increasingly saturated and competitive, many young Nigerians are turning to gig work as a viable alternative to traditional employment. This shift has been […] The post Navigating Nigeria’s Gig Economy: Opportunities and Challenges for Youths appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Reps seeks to amend CBN Act for better oversight, transparency

Nigeria’s House of Reps advances a CBN Act amendment to boost transparency, separate key roles, and enhance oversight on monetary policy decisions. Read More: https://punchng.com/reps-seeks-to-amend-cbn-act-for-better-oversight-transparency/

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13 h. ago Kwara SUBEB Team Wins Gold For Nigeria In International Debate

The Team Kwara State Universal Education Board (SUBEB ) that represented Nigeria at the prestigious 2025 Asia Parlimentary International Debate competition (junior secondary school category) emerged the champion at the event held at HELP University, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. In the grand finale of the competition, Team Nigeria triumphed over Team Cambodia, emerging as overall winner. […]

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13 h. ago Economic competitiveness: What you need to know about Nigeria’s new tax laws

In recent weeks, a wave of commentary has suggested that Nigeria’s new tax regime may scare away investors, trigger capital read more Economic competitiveness: What you need to know about Nigeria’s new tax laws

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24 h. ago Tinubu presents Dantsoho with award in maritime infrastructure modernization

THE Managing Director of the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) Dr Abubakar Dantsoho, has been decorated with the Award of “Excellence in Maritime Infrastructure Modernisation & Global Competitiveness” at the flagship Nigeria Excellence Awards in Public Service (NEAPS) held at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. The NAEPS Award, which is a presidential initiative coordinated by the Office […]

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27 h. ago No Nigerian firm can handle deep offshore drilling – Minister

Nigeria’s Petroleum Minister states no local firms have deep offshore drilling capacity, citing high costs and the need to avoid middlemen to stay competit Read More: https://punchng.com/no-nigerian-firm-can-handle-deep-offshore-drilling-minister/

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50 h. ago Johnvents, Ondo reaffirm investment in agribusiness, manufacturing

Johnvents Group has reaffirmed its commitment to deepening partnerships, investing in capacity, and building industries that will accelerate Nigeria’s economic transformation and boost Africa’s global competitiveness. The resolve came as the Ondo State Government restated its ambition to position the state as a competitive hub for agribusiness, manufacturing, technology, and energy. According to a statement, Read More: https://punchng.com/johnvents-ondo-reaffirm-investment-in-agribusiness-manufacturing/

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3 d. ago Johnvents Group marks global expansion as Ondo government reaffirms support

An indigenous agribusiness and manufacturing group, Johnvents Group, has reaffirmed its commitment to deepening partnerships, investing in capacity and building industries that contribute meaningfully to Nigeria’s economic transformation and Africa’s global competitiveness. The Group Executive Director, Tarun Chawla, disclosed this while hosting industry leaders, government officials and stakeholders at its 2025 End-of-Year Celebration, held at […]

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3 d. ago Power probe: Reps quiz NERC over 109 moribund licenses issued to boost supply

He described estimated billing as one of the "most notorious features" of the power supply subsector and “criminal” in nature.

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8 d. ago Nigeria’s new tax laws to boost competitiveness, attract investments — FIRS

One of the most misunderstood elements of the new tax framework is the 4% Development Levy

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8 d. ago NSC To Approve Official Flag Football Federation For Nigeria

The National Sports Commission (NSC) is poised to grant official recognition to Nigeria’s Flag Football Federation, with immediate elections for executive members planned upon its inauguration. The NSC has clarified that, to date, no national or international body has been authorised to represent Nigeria in international flag football competitions. The Commission further stressed that no […]

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9 d. ago NCDMB reports 61% local content in petroleum industry, unveils $100m equity fund

NCDMB achieves 61% Nigerian local content in the petroleum industry, nearing its 70% goal. A new $100m equity fund is unveiled to boost further growth. Read More: https://punchng.com/ncdmb-reports-61-local-content-in-petroleum-industry-unveils-100m-equity-fund/

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1 week ago Netizens bicker over market cap gap between Nigerian and South African banks

•Figures reignite debate on investor’s confidence, sector competitiveness Nigeria’s banking sector has become the subject of fierce online debate following new data showing the massive gap between the market capitalisation of Nigerian lenders and their South African counterparts.  As of May 2025, the combined valuation of banks listed on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) stood at […]

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1 week ago Continental Re drives insurance sector resilience, competitiveness for growth

Continental Reinsurance Plc (Continental Re) has thrown its weight in strengthening the Nigerian insurance market for resilience and competitiveness towards read more Continental Re drives insurance sector resilience, competitiveness for growth

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2 w. ago Boosting MSME Competitiveness in the Biggest Nigerian Fashion Eco

Ethnocentrique Limited, one of Africa’s rising forces in social impact and enterprise development, has strengthened its footprint across Nigeria with read more Boosting MSME Competitiveness in the Biggest Nigerian Fashion Eco-System

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2 w. ago FRC pushes Nigerian firms toward credible, globally competitive sustainability reporting

The Financial Reporting Council (FRC) has reaffirmed its commitment to pushing Nigerian companies toward sustainability reporting that is not only read more FRC pushes Nigerian firms toward credible, globally competitive sustainability reporting

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2 w. ago Tesla’s push into semiconductor manufacturing poses new challenge for Nigerian tech talent

Elon Musk’s latest strategic shift, pushing Tesla to operate as a full-fledged semiconductor company, is reshaping global competition in ways that carry far-reaching consequences for Nigeria’s technology ecosystem. As Tesla accelerates efforts to design its own artificial intelligence chips annually and expands a $16.5 billion manufacturing alliance with Samsung in Texas, the move marks a […]

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2 w. ago Uba Sani pitches Kaduna as Nigeria’s top investment destination at G20 forum

Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State has presented the state as Nigeria’s most competitive investment destination, anchored on reforms, policy read more Uba Sani pitches Kaduna as Nigeria’s top investment destination at G20 forum

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3 w. ago Nigeria moves to close skills gap with maiden engineering olympiad

Nigeria is seeking to boost innovation with the launch of its maiden Nigerian Engineering Olympiad (NEO), a nationwide competition designed read more Nigeria moves to close skills gap with maiden engineering olympiad

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