Nigeria has spent about N804.10 billion on arms and ammunition imports between 2020 and the second quarter of 2025, according to new data released by the National Bureau of Statistics …
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BATN Foundation Reaffirms Support for Smallholder Farmers at 2025 Agribusiness Dialogue
The BATN Foundation has restated its commitment to empowering Nigeria’s smallholder farmers and strengthening the nation’s agricultural ecosystem through its 2025 Agribusiness Dialogue Session. The biennial event, which took place …
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Shea Nut Export Ban : Economic Boon Or Risky Gamble?
Across northern Nigeria, the shea nut harvest season has always been a quiet but vital part of local economies. Women and farmers in villages across Zamfara, Sokoto, and Niger states …
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Otedola Acquires Over N2bn Shares in First HoldCo to Consolidate Stake
First HoldCo Plc has announced insider share dealings involving its Chairman, Mr. Olufemi Otedola, and his affiliated company, Calvados Global Services Limited, with the joint acquisition of 64.8 million shares …
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What Drives Revenue Booms In Nigeria’s Tech Ecosystem?
Lagos, Abuja, and Yaba are buzzing with a new kind of energy. The streets may still be congested and the power supply unpredictable, but across offices, co-working spaces, and even …
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Heirs Energies Showcases African Leadership in Oil and Gas at African Energy Week 2025
Heirs Energies, one of Africa’s indigenous-owned integrated energy firms, has said its success in reviving declining oil assets is proof that African companies can unlock value in areas where international …
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Nigeria’s Manufacturing Sector Faces Further Decline Amid Port Inefficiencies
Nigeria’s manufacturing sector has continued to experience slow growth, with fresh figures from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) showing that the sector declined further in the second quarter of …
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The Rise of Agritech In Nigeria : Can Technology Feed The Nation?
Nigeria, often described as the giant of Africa, has always relied heavily on agriculture to sustain its economy and feed its rapidly growing population. From the farmlands of Kaduna to …
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Real Estate vs Stock Where Should Nigerians Invest In 2025?
In the ever-shifting landscape of Nigerian wealth creation, one debate continues to dominate dinner tables, boardrooms, and WhatsApp groups alike: should Nigerians put their money into real estate or stocks …
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The Rise Of Local Manufacturing In Nigeria : Can we Finally Compete Globally?
The hum of machines and the clatter of production lines are no longer confined to industrial hubs in Europe or Asia. Across Nigeria, local manufacturers are quietly ramping up operations, …