14 h. ago Makinde Rules Out New Taxes In Oyo, Says Focus On Expanding Productive Economy

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to not increasing taxes on residents, stressing that the state has deliberately chosen economic expansion over imposing additional tax burdens. Makinde stated this on Tuesday during a media chat with journalists, where he reflected on his government’s fiscal and economic strategy over the past six […]

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15 h. ago Why Oyo’s IGR remains low despite economic expansion — Makinde

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has defended the state’s relatively low Internally Generated Revenue (IGR), saying his administration deliberately chose economic expansion over introducing new taxes on residents.

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15 h. ago Oyo 2026 Budget Deemphasised Consumption, Focuses On Production — Makinde

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has declared that the state’s 2026 budget has deemphasised consumption and focused on increasing production, as that remains the best way to expand the state’s economy. The governor stated this shortly after signing the 2026 Appropriation Bill into Law on Monday, calling on all stakeholders in the state to work […]

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9 d. ago Aliko Dangote: Setting A New Benchmark In Human Capital Development

Education remains the cornerstone of socio-economic progress, particularly in developing nations. It is a powerful catalyst for breaking the cycle of poverty, driving innovation, and promoting equality. Against this backdrop, the announcement last week by the Aliko Dangote Foundation (ADF) of a N1 trillion scholarship programme—spread over the next decade—was met with nationwide acclaim. The […]

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1 week ago Couples on N70,000 minimum wage can’t afford fertility treatment — Specialists

Experts explain why fertility treatment in Nigeria remains out of reach for low-income couples, citing economic issues and a weak healthcare system. Read More: https://punchng.com/couples-on-n70000-minimum-wage-cant-afford-fertility-treatment-specialists/

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2 w. ago Nigeria’s Productivity Crisis: Why Hustle Can’t Build a Nation

Nigeria is a country of constant activity, but its economy appears sluggish, remaining outside the top fifty globally. The country read more Nigeria’s Productivity Crisis: Why Hustle Can’t Build a Nation

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2 w. ago Nigeria Remains Committed To Regional Stability, Peace – Shettima

He also noted that both Nigeria and Côte d'Ivoire will further strengthen their economic ties through agriculture and trade relations. The post Nigeria Remains Committed To Regional Stability, Peace – Shettima appeared first on Channels Television.

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2 w. ago Africa’s freelance economy sees new payments platform in BizFlex

For Africa’s fast-expanding army of freelancers, digital creators and small businesses, getting paid across borders remains one of the most read more Africa’s freelance economy sees new payments platform in BizFlex

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3 w. ago Cost of FATF grey listing: Cardoso laments $30bn potential investment loss in one year

Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr. Olayemi Cardoso, has described Nigeria’s removal from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) grey list as one of the country’s most significant economic wins this year. He asserted that remaining on the list could have cost the nation more than $30 billion in potential investment within […]

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3 w. ago UNIMAID @ 50: Nigeria Can’t Compete Globally With Underfunded Schools — VP Shettima

Vice President Kashim Shettima has said the improved investment in Nigeria’s education sector by the administration of President Bola Tinubu reflects the renewed vigour to properly situate the nation in the global knowledge economy. He warned that Nigeria cannot compete globally if its universities remain underfunded, stressing that sustained investment in education is now a […]

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3 w. ago Nigeria’s high inflation eroding incomes, driving continued poverty, World Bank Director warns

THE World Bank Country Director for Nigeria, Mathew Verghis, said on Thursday that reducing inflation remains the most critical step for stabilising the economy, restoring purchasing power and reversing rising poverty. In an interview on ARISE News on Thursday, Verghis warned that “the most immediate thing that can be done to reduce poverty is for […]

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