3 h. ago Tinubu highlights Niger Delta as “goose that lays golden egg,” urges NDDC to accelerate development

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has underscored the critical role of the Niger Delta region in Nigeria’s economic growth, describing it as “the goose that lays the golden egg.” Speaking at the 25th anniversary celebration of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) in Port Harcourt on Saturday, July 12, 2025, the President reiterated […] The post Tinubu highlights Niger Delta as “goose that lays golden egg,” urges NDDC to accelerate development appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago UK rewrites trade rules to favour Nigerian exporters and rev African trade

The United Kingdom introduced new reforms under its Trade for Development initiative, created to spur exports from developing countries. read more UK rewrites trade rules to favour Nigerian exporters and rev African trade

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5 h. ago UK unveils new trade reforms to boost exports, create jobs across Africa

Tribune Online UK unveils new trade reforms to boost exports, create jobs across Africa "These new rules will make it easier for developing countries to trade more closely with the UK.... UK unveils new trade reforms to boost exports, create jobs across Africa Tribune Online

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6 h. ago UK launches new trade reforms to boost Nigerian exports, drive Africa’s economic growth

The United Kingdom has unveiled a new package of trade reforms aimed at boosting exports, creating jobs, and supporting long-term read more UK launches new trade reforms to boost Nigerian exports, drive Africa’s economic growth

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18 h. ago Preventive maintenance: Nigeria’s missing link to sustainable infrastructure, economic growth

Tribune Online Preventive maintenance: Nigeria’s missing link to sustainable infrastructure, economic growth By: Felix Oluwalomola Infrastructure shows progress. Maintenance sustains it, but the ability to preserve and maintain this infrastructure truly tests Nigeria’s progress. In the country, priority is placed on constructing new roads, buildings, schools, hospitals, and other public facilities. However, little attention is given to sustaining these investments through constant and intentional preventive maintenance. As […] Preventive maintenance: Nigeria’s missing link to sustainable infrastructure, economic growth Tribune Online

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26 h. ago Constitution review: Reps warn of economic loss over women’s low representation

Tribune Online Constitution review: Reps warn of economic loss over women’s low representation "Nigeria could gain an increase of 9% in GDP growth by..." Constitution review: Reps warn of economic loss over women’s low representation Tribune Online

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46 h. ago Nigerian exporters demand a shift from promissory notes to export certificates

The call for a fundamental overhaul of Nigeria’s export incentive scheme is growing louder, with leading exporters advocating for an read more Nigerian exporters demand a shift from promissory notes to export certificates

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57 h. ago Nigeria’s health reforms target human capital, economic growth — NHIA’s DG Ohiri

Kelechi Ohiri, the DG/CEO of Nigeria’s National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA), has said the country’s ongoing health reforms must be read more Nigeria’s health reforms target human capital, economic growth — NHIA’s DG Ohiri

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58 h. ago Coordination needed to boost Nigeria’s comprehensive reforms – KPMG

Nigeria’s reforms have been acknowledged as been comprehensive, however, they must be coordinated. This was the submission of Tola Adeyemi, read more Coordination needed to boost Nigeria’s comprehensive reforms – KPMG

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60 h. ago Governor Lawal delivers 59,205 bags of fertiliser to empower Zamfara farmers

Tribune Online Governor Lawal delivers 59,205 bags of fertiliser to empower Zamfara farmers With over 80 per cent of Zamfara’s population engaged in farming, this initiative marks a vital step toward sustainability, food security and rural economic growth. Governor Lawal delivers 59,205 bags of fertiliser to empower Zamfara farmers Tribune Online

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62 h. ago BAT Nigeria Demonstrates Resilience, Commits To Local Impact

British American Tobacco (BAT) Nigeria has shown its ability to sustain growth and drive local impact despite economic challenges. The external affairs director, BAT West and Central Africa, Odiri Erewa-Meggison, stated this at the 2025 BUSINESSDAY Manufacturing Conference themed, “Unlocking Nigeria’s Manufacturing Potential: Strategies for Sustainable Growth Amidst Economic Turbulence.” Erewa-Meggison offered insights into BAT’s […]

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3 d. ago BRICS Summit: Ogun hosts investment forum as Nigeria, Brazil deepen economic ties

Tribune Online BRICS Summit: Ogun hosts investment forum as Nigeria, Brazil deepen economic ties Edun emphasised that Nigeria is firmly open for business, highlighting macroeconomic stability and ongoing reforms as a foundation for sustainable private-sector-led growth. BRICS Summit: Ogun hosts investment forum as Nigeria, Brazil deepen economic ties Tribune Online

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3 d. ago Nigeria’s automotive sector key to Nigeria’s economic growth — Oyebanji

Tribune Online Nigeria’s automotive sector key to Nigeria’s economic growth — Oyebanji "As we navigate the complexities of the 21st century, the automotive sector stands as..." Nigeria’s automotive sector key to Nigeria’s economic growth — Oyebanji Tribune Online

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3 d. ago FG reaffirms commitment to reform agenda, says Tinubu not distracted

Federal Government has reaffirmed the commitment of President Bola Tinubu  administration to its core mandate of delivering meaningful reforms and real economic growth for all the citizens. Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris made this known in a statement on Tuesday in Abuja. Idris said in spite of the noise by coalition […] The post FG reaffirms commitment to reform agenda, says Tinubu not distracted appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Group Reaffirms Drive To Shape Africa’s Next Generation Of Leaders Through Education

A non-governmental organisation, i-Scholars Initiative (iSI), has restated its resolve to empower Africa’s youth for leadership through global education and strategic investment in talent. Speaking at the 2025 iScholars onboarding event of 100 scholars under the theme: “Expanding Pipeline of Change Agents to Transform Africa”, iSI President, Victor Ogunmola, stressed the urgency of bridging opportunity […]

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4 d. ago PAPSS, Interstellar to eliminate $5bn trade bottleneck with African Currency Marketplace

The Pan-African Payment and Settlement System (PAPSS), in strategic collaboration with Interstellar, a leading African deep-tech company, launched the PAPSS read more PAPSS, Interstellar to eliminate $5bn trade bottleneck with African Currency Marketplace

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4 d. ago CSOs Defend NEPC Boss Amid Alleged Lapses In Promotion Exercise

Civil Society Groups for Good Governance (CSGGG) has defended the Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC) and its executive director/CEO, Mrs Nonye Ayeni, against recent allegations surrounding the agency’s forthcoming promotion examinations. Addressing newsmen yesterday in Abuja, Comrade Ogakwu Dominic, president of CSGGG, described the allegations as “premature, speculative, and unfounded,” emphasising that the promotion exercise […]

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4 d. ago Africa launches currency marketplace to eliminate $5bn trade bottleneck

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja To dismantle one of the most entrenched barriers to intra-African trade, the Pan-African Payment and Settlement System (PAPSS), in strategic partnership with African deep-tech pioneer Interstellar, has unveiled the PAPSS African Currency Marketplace (PACM), a revolutionary financial market infrastructure set to transform the way Africa trades. Announced on the sidelines of […] The post Africa launches currency marketplace to eliminate $5bn trade bottleneck appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Lagos set to launch industrial policy to spur economic growth, attract investment

By Lukman Olabiyi Lagos State Government has announced plans to unveil the Lagos State Industrial Policy (LSIP 2025–2030) later this year, a strategic initiative aimed at revitalizing the state’s industrial landscape and positioning Lagos as Africa’s leading industrial hub. Speaking at a press conference, the Commissioner for Commerce, Cooperatives, Trade and Investment, Mrs. Folashade Bada […] The post Lagos set to launch industrial policy to spur economic growth, attract investment appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago 2027: ADC Launches Grassroots Drive In Sokoto, Names New State Leaders

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has launched a major grassroots mobilisation drive in Sokoto State with the appointment of Mainasara Umar as its new State Coordinator. This appointment, confirmed in a letter signed by the coalition’s National Coordinator, Engr. Mohammed Shuaibu on Sunday, marks a strategic move by the ADC to build a people-focused political […] The post 2027: ADC Launches Grassroots Drive In Sokoto, Names New State Leaders appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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