economic growth
16 Apr
In a groundbreaking development for consumers across Nigeria, Dangote Petroleum Refinery has made a historic announcement by further reducing the price of diesel from ₦1,200 to ₦1,000 per litre. This move comes in the wake of the refinery's recent introduction of diesel at a remarkably discounted rate of ₦1,200 per litre just three weeks ago.…
12 Apr
The Governor of Enugu State, Peter Ndubuisi Mbah has emphasised the crucial importance of entrepreneurship in advancing both the state and southern Nigeria's economic prosperity.
6 Apr
The United States and China have agreed to hold "intensive exchanges on balanced growth", the US Treasury Department said in a statement, after two days of talks between Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen and her Chinese counterpart He Lifeng in Guangzhou.
6 Apr
Financial literacy is the gateway to financial freedom and security. Yet, studies show that a significant portion of Nigerians lack basic financial
5 Apr
Since the global economic meltdown triggered by the financial crisis which lasted from 2007 to 2008, the world may not have returned fully to the era of abundance.
25 Mar
The Cross River State governor, Prince Bassey Edet Otu has stressed that the new road project in Mfamosing community would not only enhance connectivity but also stimulate economic growth and improve quality of life for residents.
21 Mar
Ogiame Atuwatse III, Olu of Warri & Olori Atuwatse III, in collaboration with Omilola Oshikoya, have officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to establish a groundbreaking business incubator program in the Kingdom of Warri, Nigeria. The incubator program, developed and operated by Oshikoya with support from the Crown and its humanitarian development organisation, the…
15 Mar
To break the vicious cycle of inflation and low growth, there is a need to adopt structural reform that would support economic growth and mitigate the impact of monetary policy changes.
24 Feb
The Technical Working Group (ITWG) on Social Protection in West Africa, has commended the authority of heads of state and government for lifting the economic sanctions against Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger. In a press statement today in Abuja the Executive Director of Policy House International and Convener of ITWG Taiwo Akerele said it is…
30 Jan
Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq of Kwara State has received resounding praise from the National Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) for his administration's focus on critical infrastructure projects that aim to transform the state into a thriving "service economy hub." The commendation came during a courtesy visit to the Governor's House in Ilorin by a delegation led…
12 Jan
There was a tweet that drew attention on the Nigerian section of Twitter recently because it had a young Nigerian, Vincent Adeoba, former Co-founder and CEO of a transport tech startup, Transtura, describing his experience in setting up a startup in Lagos and how he encountered unforeseen challenges and the pervasive grip of extortionate practices.…
9 Jan
Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, says he has developed strategies to monitor the implementation of the 2024 “Rescue Budget” describing it as crucial to the overall transformation of the state. “A performance delivery unit under the office of the Governor will soon come on board to assess the performance of all appointees,” Lawal said on…
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Renowned rapper Kanye West, who legally changed his name to 'Ye' in 2021, is reportedly planning to venture into the adult film industry. According to sources, Ye is planning to set up his own studio, marking his entry as a producer in the adult film industry. A representative for Ye has reportedly told TMZ that…
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The Corps Marshal, Mr Dauda Biu, has hailed road marshals nationwide for their doggedness and sacrifices in checkmating routes violations thereby reducing road traffic accidents by 42 per cent.
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Vietnam's top soft drinks tycoon was jailed for eight years on Thursday in a $40 million fraud case, the latest high-profile business figure snared in the country's sweeping crackdown on corruption.
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The Lagos State Ministry of Education is investigating the Indian Language School in Ilupeju accused of denying Nigerians admission. The move to carry out the investigation was a result of a post made by an X user @decommonroom who shared his experience with the school. “The Indian school in Ilupeju only admits Indians. You need…
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The Oyo State Police Command has announced that it is investigating a shooting incident that occurred in the early hours of Monday, April 22nd, at a popular nightclub along the "Under G" area of Owode-Ogbomoso. The police, in a statement on Thursday, said the shooting incident claimed the life of one Iyanda Damilola. A distress…
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Four scam victims in Japan sued Facebook on Thursday after being hoodwinked by fraudulent online investment ads that used images of celebrities without their consent, their lawyer said.
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US Secretary of State Antony Blinken called Thursday on the United States and China to manage their differences "responsibly" as he landed in Beijing for tough talks with the rival power's leaders.
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Authorities have confirmed the escape of 118 inmates from the Suleja Medium Security Custodial Centre, Niger state, following a heavy downpour that wreaked havoc on the facility, Wednesday night. The rain which lasted hours was said to have destroyed part of the main facility and the perimeter fence giving way for the inmates to escape.…
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A yet-to-be-identified elderly passenger has passed away in a commercial bus while travelling along the Ogbomoso-Ilorin expressway in Kwara State. Eyewitnesses said the deceased was believed to be in his late 60s. The incident, which left fellow passengers in shock, reportedly occurred after the bus experienced mechanical problems near Ote town. According to Abeni Okin,…
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A Nigeria woman, Clara Chizoba Kronborg, has broken the Guinness World Record (GWR) for the longest interviewing marathon. Kronborg who is a social media entrepreneur broke the world record with a time of 55 hours and 24 seconds, according to GWR. Kronborg in setting a new record smashed the previous one which was 37 hours…