Category: Business
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FEDERAL GOVT PUSHES GREEN INVESTMENT FOR SUSTAINABLE AVIATION
Nigeria aims to lead in eco-friendly airport operations with collaborative carbon emission management. Minister Festus Keyamo, speaking at a stakeholders’ meeting at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, urged unified action to cut carbon emissions and promote green innovation in Nigeria’s aviation sector. He highlighted that achieving Airport Carbon Accreditation at NAIA will signal Nigeria’s commitment to…
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NNPCL AIMS FOR $60BN INVESTMENT TO EXPAND NIGERIA’S GAS INFRASTRUCTURE
Nigeria targets major gas expansion to boost industrialisation and cement its role in global energy. NNPCL CEO Bayo Ojulari announced plans to attract $60 billion in investment over the next 5-7 years to scale natural gas production to 12 billion cubic feet per day and increase refinery capacity. Key projects include the AKK pipeline, LNG…
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GLOBAL MARKETS TO YOUR PLATE: MEDIA TRAINING UNCOVERS THE ECONOMY BEHIND YOUR DINNER BILL
Ever wondered how the ups and downs of financial markets ripple all the way to the price of your dinner? A two-city media training in Nigeria has been digging into just that, helping journalists connect the dots between global trade, commodity prices, debt, and everyday costs.The training, held in Abuja (September 8–9, and to hold…
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INSIDE ABUJA: POWER PLAYERS TIGHTEN GRIP ON PUBLIC DEBT OVERSIGHT
At the 11th WAAPAC Conference, top watchdogs and press chiefs unite to sharpen the teeth of parliamentary oversight on Nigeria’s mounting public debt. From left, WAAPAC President Issouf Traure, NUJ FCT Chairman Grace Ike, House Committee Chair Bamidele Salam, and Auditor General Shaakaa Chira convene at the National Assembly for a high-stakes chat on public…
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SHETTIMA GETS A SOUVENIR, SPARKS SMILES AT NES 66TH ANNUAL CONFERENCE
When economics meets prestige, Vice President Kashim Shettima walks away with more than insight—he takes home a souvenir, courtesy of Prof. Adeola Adenikinju at NES 2025! Vice President Kashim Shettima (right) received a special souvenir from Nigerian Economic Society President, Prof. Adeola Adenikinju, during the 66th Annual NES Conference at Abuja’s NAF Centre on Tuesday.…
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BRICS BLOC DEFENDS MULTILATERALISM AGAINST UNILATERALISM, SAYS BRAZILIAN PRESIDENT
Hook: Lula calls for united BRICS front to uphold fair trade, digital democracy, and climate action. At a virtual summit, Brazilian President Lula da Silva emphasized BRICS as the defender of multilateralism amid rising global unilateralism threatening trade rules and sovereignty. He urged unity ahead of the 14th WTO Ministerial and stressed the importance of…
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EXHIBITORS PRAISE TRADE FAIR, CALL FOR BETTER PUBLICITY AND COORDINATION
Vendors hail platform for boosting sales and visibility but urge stronger promotion next time. Exhibitors at the ongoing “Eko Wears and Wares” trade fair, organized by NCAC and AJ Folly Africa Fashion, applauded the chance to showcase local crafts and grow their customer base. While sales and networking thrived, vendors like Fausat Ajayi and Maureen…
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ZIMBABWE DRIVES ENERGY TRANSFORMATION WITH $9BN MINING-LED INVESTMENT
Mining boom powers Zimbabwe’s push for greener, expanded energy capacity by 2030. Zimbabwe plans to invest over $9 billion in power projects to boost capacity to 5,432MW, with nearly half from renewables. Mining — the top energy consumer fueled by lithium, gold, platinum, and diamonds — is also a key investor, launching solar and captive…
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KWARA ATHLETES BAG 44 MEDALS AT NATIONAL YOUTH GAMES, CHAIRMAN CREDITS GOVERNOR’S SUPPORT
Strong showing from Kwara contingent boosted by solid backing from Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq. Kwara State returned from the 2025 National Youth Games in Asaba with an impressive haul of 44 medals — 15 gold, 10 silver, and 19 bronze — across 24 sports, securing fifth place overall. Sports Commission Chairman Bolakale Adisa Magaji praised the…
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OGUN STATE PROMOTES ITSELF AS AFRICA’S GATEWAY AT AfCFTA TRADE FAIR
Governor Abiodun spotlights bold reforms and infrastructure to attract investors and boost intra-African trade. At IATF25 in Algiers, Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun positioned the state as Nigeria’s top investment hub, highlighting projects like Gateway Cargo Airport, upgraded ports, roads, and industrial clusters. Simplified processes via OgunInvest and strategic location near Lagos ports and ECOWAS…
