By Vivian Emoni The Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI) has reiterated its dedication to strengthening policy advocacy and driving sustainable economic growth across the country. Chief Emeka Obegolu, President of the ACCI, disclosed this at an Interactive Forum with its National Policy Fellows (NPF), on Thursday in Abuja.Continue Reading
By Uche Bibilari The Vice-Chancellor, University of Abuja, Prof. Hakeem Fawehinmi, says research remains a critical driver of industrial development and national growth. Fawehinmi spoke at the 8th Undergraduate Research Day organised by the institution, now known as Yakubu Gowon University , through its Centre for Undergraduate Research on WednesdayContinue Reading
By Philip Yatai and Uche Bibilari The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, says that President Bola Tinubu’s purposeful and servant-oriented leadership is setting Nigeria on the path for sustainable growth and inclusive development. Wike said this in Abuja on Tuesday, at the 2026 Annual Distinguished Personality LectureContinue Reading
By Mustapha Yauri A strategic policy and national development research organisation says Nigeria could tap into the projected 650 billion dollars global artificial intelligence (AI) expansion by strategically developing its coal reserves. The organisation, Galadiman Ruwa Centre for Strategic Leadership and Communication, raised concerns over the urgent need for policyContinue Reading
A diaspora group, under the auspices of the Plateau State Association, USA (PSA-USA), has expressed its support for Gov. Caleb Mutfwang’s commitment to investment growth and inclusive leadership. The National President of PSA-USA, Dr Barth Shepkong, made the call when he led members of the National Executive Committee (EXCO) andContinue Reading
Isemede identifies agriculture, solid minerals as $1trn growth drivers Mrs Ifeyinwa Omowole, Ag. Head of Lagos Operations, News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) with Dr John Isemede, former Director-General of the Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce and Industry, Mines and Agriculture (NACCIMA), during a courtesy visit to the Lagos officeContinue Reading
By Vivian Emoni The Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC) says it is targeting effective, sustained growth in non-oil exports in 2026, citing reforms, market expansion and strengthened exporter development initiatives. Mrs Nonye Ayeni, Executive Director of NEPC said this at a news conference on the 2025 Non-Oil Export Performance andContinue Reading
By Philip Yatai Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, on Friday called for unity of purpose, for the growth and progress of Rivers. Wike made the call during his ongoing “thank you” visit to Andoni Local Government Area of Rivers. He said that unity had brought progress andContinue Reading
Revenues By Muhyideen Jimoh The Presidency has announced that Nigeria is experiencing unprecedented growth in non-oil revenues, driven by reforms targeting fiscal stability, compliance, and digital tax administration. Presidential spokesperson, Mr Bayo Onanuga, disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday in Abuja. He said President Bola Tinubu highlighted theContinue Reading
Okeoghene Akubuike Africa recorded a growth rate of 3.2 per cent in 2024, in spite of the challenging global environment, says Afreximbank Research Report. Dr Yemi Kale, Group Chief Economist, Afreximbank disclosed this while presenting the 2025 African Trade and Economic Outlook (ATEO) Report at the Afreximbank 32 AnnualContinue Reading
