Africa is set to establish its own credit rating agency, the African Credit Rating Agency (AfCRA), as part of a bold move to challenge the dominance of global rating giants …
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CITN Pushes for Digital Economy Tax Reforms to Tackle Revenue Leakages and BEPS
The Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria (CITN) has said it is stepping up efforts to develop tax policies that target the digital economy and prevent base erosion and profit …
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Winhomes CEO Fires Back at Works Minister Umahi.
The Chief Executive Officer of Winhomes Global Services Limited, Stella Okengwu, has responded to the Minister of Works, David Umahi, over recent comments made against her company and the controversial …
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Local crude oil refiners in Nigeria have raised alarm over their inability to access crude oil for their operations, accusing oil producers of prioritising sales to international buyers who pay …
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The Environmental Health Council of Nigeria (EHCON) has called for clear separation of responsibilities among regulators and operators in the country’s pest control industry, while also urging stronger private sector …
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IPMAN Says Dangote Should Sell Petrol Below N825, Cites Naira Deal and Local Refining
The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) has said the Dangote Petroleum Refinery should reduce the pump price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, below its …
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U.S. Pledges Bigger Trade, Investment Push in Nigeria
LAGOS, Nigeria – The United States Ambassador to Nigeria, Richard Mills, has announced a renewed American commitment to boosting trade, investment, and private sector collaboration with Nigeria, describing the country …
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South African’s Rand Steady as Global Markets Await U.S.-China Trade Talks
JOHANNESBURG, South Africa – June 9, 2025: The South African rand opened the week on a quiet note, holding steady against the U.S. dollar in early trading on Monday. The …
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Vitel Wireless Makes History as Nigeria’s First MVNO to Connect With All Major Telecom Networks
ABUJA, Nigeria — Nigeria’s telecommunications industry has entered a new era with Vitel Wireless, the country’s first Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO), completing full interconnectivity with all four major Mobile …
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Experts Advocate Strategic Partnerships, Investment to Bridge Africa’s Infrastructure Gap
LAGOS, Nigeria – Stakeholders have stressed the urgent need for massive infrastructure development across Africa to drive sustainable economic growth, job creation, and industrial competitiveness. This position was made known …