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Politics
The Federal Government has dismissed claims of national instability, reassuring citizens and the international community that the country's foundations remain firm despite current economic and security hurdles.
Politics
Protesters stormed the National Assembly gates on Wednesday as lawmakers intensified deliberations on a new legislative framework to combat the persistent menace of crude oil theft in the Niger Delta.
Foreign
In a major escalation of economic foreign policy, the U.S. administration has threatened to impose a massive 50% tariff on any nation found to be supplying weaponry or military hardware to Iran.
News
The Nigerian Onion Producers and Marketers Association has suspended all exports to Ghana, citing persistent harassment of drivers and the illegal seizure of trucks by Ghanaian authorities.
Finance
In a significant show of domestic financial strength, local investors have contributed 72% of the total N4.6 trillion raised so far in the ongoing bank recapitalisation exercise mandated by the Central Bank of Nigeria.
News
Former Ogun State Governor and serving Senator, Gbenga Daniel, has proposed a legislative framework for granting amnesty to Nigerians who voluntarily repatriate stolen funds currently stashed in foreign bank accounts.
Foreign
The Bank of England (BoE) has warned that the intensifying conflict in the Middle East has triggered a "significant shock" to the global economy. In a newly released report, the central bank highlighted soaring energy prices and disrupted supply chains as major threats to international financial stability.
News
The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has announced a major $4 billion funding initiative to support the full operationalization of the Dangote Refinery. The financing package is intended to bolster the refinery's capacity to meet domestic fuel demand and enhance its position as a regional energy hub.
business
The Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON) has called on local manufacturers to prioritize quality in their production processes to ensure global competitiveness. During a recent facility tour, SON officials emphasized that adherence to national and international standards is essential for the sustainable growth of Nigeria's industrial sector.
