D-8 preferential trade agreement targets 0bn in intra-trade by 2030

By Vivian Emoni Amb. Isiaka Imam, Secretary-General, D-8, Organisation for Economic Cooperation, says the organisation is focusing on achieving a target of 500 billion dollars in intra-trade among member countries by 2030. Imam disclosed this at the 8th Session of Supervisory Committee of D-8 Preferential Trade Agreement (8th SC PTA),Continue Reading

Nigeria making steady economic progress amid reforms – DMO D-G

By Olawunmi Ashafa Dr Patience Oniha, Director-General, Debt Management Office (DMO), says Nigeria is on a steady path of economic recovery, driven by fiscal reforms, improved credit ratings, and targeted investments in infrastructure and environmental sustainability. Oniha said this at an investors meeting for the Series III Sovereign Green BondContinue Reading

Okpebholo inaugurates N1bn interest-free loan scheme for traders, farmers

By Nefishetu Yakubu Gov. Monday Okpebholo of Edo on Friday inaugurated a N1billion interest-free loan scheme in Benin, targeting farmers and traders across the state. Okpebholo said that the initiative would support over 5,000 beneficiaries. He said that it was designed to stimulate local businesses and empower small-scale entrepreneurs withContinue Reading