Tag: #EconomicGrowth
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NIGERIA, BRAZIL EXPAND AGRICULTURE PARTNERSHIP TO BOOST TRADE, FOOD PRODUCTION
Nigeria and Brazil have taken fresh steps to strengthen their agricultural partnership, agreeing to implement the Agro-Trade Market Access Initiative aimed at boosting food production, expanding agricultural exports and deepening economic cooperation between both countries. Vice President Kashim Shettima, speaking after a high-level Nigeria–Brazil meeting at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, said the partnership marks…
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NIGERIA SAFE FOR INVESTMENT AND TOURISM, IGP DISU ASSURES GLOBAL COMMUNITY
Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu, has assured the international community that Nigeria remains safe for investment, tourism and business activities, despite ongoing security challenges in some parts of the country. Speaking in New York, Disu said security agencies are working around the clock to protect lives and property, while adopting modern technologies to combat terrorism,…
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JIGAWA COURTS INVESTORS, SHOWCASE OPPORTUNITIES IN AGRICULTURE, ENERGY AND MANUFACTURING AT J-INVEST 2026
Jigawa State is intensifying efforts to attract new investments and drive economic growth, with Governor Umar Namadi calling for stronger partnerships at the Second Jigawa State Economic and Investment Summit, J-INVEST 2026, held in Dutse. Speaking at the summit, Namadi said the event was designed to move beyond discussions and create practical investment opportunities. He…
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BPP TO LAUNCH NEW NATIONAL FOOD PROCUREMENT GUIDELINES ON JULY 13
The Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP) has announced plans to unveil the National Guidelines for Public Procurement of Food and Related Services on July 13 in Abuja as part of efforts to strengthen transparency and efficiency in public procurement. According to the Director-General of BPP, Dr. Adebowale Adedokun, the new framework was developed in collaboration…
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COLOMBIAN ENVOY URGES NIGERIAN ENTREPRENEURS TO TAP AfCFTA OPPORTUNITIES FOR GLOBAL GROWTH
Young Nigerian entrepreneurs have been encouraged to take advantage of opportunities under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) to expand their businesses and compete in international markets. Speaking at the Trade Commissioners Summit 2.0 in Abuja, Colombian Honorary Consul to Nigeria, Mrs. Maricel Romero, urged entrepreneurs involved in foreign trade to identify products unique…
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RENEWED HOPE MEDIA TOUR INSPECTS KEY ROAD, HOUSING PROJECTS IN ABIA
The Renewed Hope Media Tour has continued its nationwide assessment of development projects with visits to major infrastructure and housing sites across Abia State. The delegation inspected several projects, including the Ohafia–Umuahia Federal Road, the Umuahia–Uzuakoli–Akara–Ohafia Road, Omenuko Bridge, and the Abia section of the Enugu–Port Harcourt Expressway. The team also visited the Renewed Hope…
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OVER 3,000 DELEGATES SET FOR AFDB MEETINGS IN CONGO AS AFRICA FACES $400BN FINANCING GAP
The African Development Bank (AfDB) says more than 3,000 delegates will gather in Brazzaville, Republic of Congo, for its 2026 Annual Meetings. The meeting, scheduled for May 25 to 29, will focus on addressing Africa’s widening development financing gap, estimated at $400 billion annually. Key discussions will cover infrastructure, energy, food security, climate adaptation and…
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FG TARGETS FOOD SECURITY, JOBS THROUGH AGRO-PROCESSING ZONES PROGRAMME
The Federal Government says it is intensifying efforts to reform Nigeria’s food systems and reduce post-harvest losses through the Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zones (SAPZ) Programme. Officials said the programme is designed to promote agro-processing, attract private sector investment, create jobs for youths and women, and strengthen food security across participating states. The government added that…
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UZODIMMA CALLS FOR STRONGER DIPLOMATIC PARTNERSHIPS TO DRIVE GROWTH
Imo State Governor and Chairman of the Progressive Governors Forum, Hope Uzodimma, has called for deeper collaboration between Nigeria’s diplomatic community and the Federal Government to support investment, security cooperation and sustainable development. Speaking during an interactive session with diplomats in Abuja, Uzodimma said the Renewed Hope Agenda is designed to strengthen institutions, restore investor…
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FG BEGINS SOUTH-WEST TOUR AHEAD OF COOPERATIVE BANK LAUNCH
The Federal Government has launched a South-West sensitisation and advocacy tour ahead of the proposed Cooperative Bank of Nigeria rollout. The initiative, led by the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security, began in Lagos and focuses on cooperative sector reforms, share capital mobilisation and digitalisation. Officials say the planned Cooperative Bank is expected to…
