NIGERIA’S Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake has assured Nigerians that the establishment of the Nigeria Solid Minerals Corporation will significantly transform the mining sector and lay the foundation for its sustainable development. He spoke yesterday when he hosted the British Deputy High Commissioner to Nigeria, Jonny Baxter, in his office in Abuja….
Nigeria’s Digital Bridge Institute (DBI) has partnered with a United States (U.S)-based SBTS Group LLC to equip Nigerian youth with the needed digital skills for global competitiveness. The partnership between the DBI and SBTS is essentially designed to address the nation’s digital divide, digital literacy deficit and drive job creation. Described as a milestone for…
Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu has said the four tax reform bills currently before the National Assembly will help drive revenue generation, improve the nation’s revenue profile and support investments both locally and internationally. Kalu who spoke at a meeting on UK -Nigeria Strategic Dialogue with the Deputy Leader, House of…
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has upbraided the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, for earmarking N8 billion in the 2025 federal budget to sensitise Nigerians on the need to pay electricity bills. The NLC’s position was conveyed in a statement signed by its President, Comrade Joe Ajaero in Abuja. The Federal Ministry of Power had…
The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) has called for the timely passage of the four tax reform bills currently before the National Assembly. MAN President Otunba Francis Meshioye said the outlook for the manufacturing sector, and by extension, the economy in 2025 will largely depend on the success of ongoing economic reforms, which include the…
Nigeria’s Vice President Kashim Shettima has joined global leaders at the 2025 World Economic Forum (WEF) to champion the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) as a transformative tool for Africa’s economic integration. With a bold vision to boost Africa’s economy to $29 trillion by 2050, Nigeria reaffirmed its leadership in driving digital trade and…
Following the recent approval of 50% adjustment in telecommunications tariffs by the Nigerian Communications commission (NCC), the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has urged consumers to report any unfair practices or concerns through its official channels to ensure effective resolution. The FCCPC, in a statement by its Director, Corporate Affairs, Ondaje Ijagwu, while…
Vice President Kashim Shettima urged global investors to harness the immense opportunities in Nigeria and across Africa, emphasizing that the continent is poised for economic transformation. He spoke during a forum entitled: “Roadmap to Co-create Investment Opportunities for Africa’s Frontier Markets,” at the ongoing annual meeting of the 2025 World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos,…
A former National Assembly member, Bamidele Faparusi, has described those opposing the Tax Reform Bills currently before the parliament as “enemies” of the nation. Faparusi said the opposition to the tax reform bill by some National Assembly members has exposed those who want Nigeria to remain backward and under-developed. The ex-lawmaker representing Gbonyin/ Ekiti East/Emure…
