Tag: #Industrialisation
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NIGERIA–CHINA @55: STAKEHOLDERS PUSH FOR INDUSTRIAL GROWTH, ZERO-TARIFF GAINS
As both nations mark 55 years of diplomatic ties, leaders say the next phase must move beyond trade to real industrialisation and value addition. Stakeholders in Abuja have called for a deeper, more strategic Nigeria–China partnership anchored on industrialisation, expanded market access and stronger Global South cooperation. The call came at a high-level dialogue marking…
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FG SWEARS IN SON BOARD TO BOOST INDUSTRIAL GROWTH
New leadership tasked with raising product standards, driving industrialisation and attracting investment. The Federal Government has inaugurated the governing board of the Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON), signaling a renewed push to strengthen industrial growth and make Nigeria more attractive to investors. In Abuja, the Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Dr Jumoke Oduwole, said…
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NIGERIA AND SOUTH AFRICA JOIN FORCES TO CHAMPION AFRICA’S VOICE AT G20 SUMMIT
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has praised the close cooperation between Nigeria and South Africa for establishing a powerful platform that ensures African priorities are effectively represented in global decision-making. Varsha Redkar-Palepu, UNDP Deputy Resident Representative – Programme, made these comments during the G20-Africa outreach meeting on industrialisation and agriculture held in Abuja. The…
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NEPZA REAFFIRMS 10-YEAR BAN ON STRIKES IN FREE TRADE ZONES AMID DANGOTE REFINERY DISPUTE
Nigeria Export Processing Zones Authority (NEPZA) has confirmed its law bans industrial strikes and lockouts for 10 years within Free Trade Zones, including at Dangote Refinery. This move aims to preserve industrial peace and protect investments after recent union disruptions. NEPZA’s MD, Dr. Olufemi Ogunyemi, urged unions to channel disputes through the Authority, stressing that…
