The Debt Management Office (DMO) has announced plans to issue a N300 billion Sukuk bond to fund infrastructure projects across Nigeria. This move is part of the government’s strategy to …
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Reps Pass Bill to Grant Nigerian Citizenship to Foreign Investors
The House of Representatives has passed a bill that will allow foreign investors to acquire Nigerian citizenship, a move aimed at attracting more investment into the country. The bill, which …
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Lagos Unveils Three-Pillar Proposal to Tackle Food Insecurity
The Lagos State Government has introduced a three-pillar proposal to address Nigeria’s growing food insecurity, focusing on boosting food production, improving storage facilities, and reducing wastage. Speaking at the launch …
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Bill to Give States Control Over Oil and Mineral Resources Passes Second Reading
The House of Representatives has passed the second reading of a bill that seeks to grant state governments full control over oil and mineral resources within their territories. If passed …
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MTN Nigeria Increases Weekly Data Plan to 6GB for N2,500
Telecommunications giant, MTN Nigeria, has adjusted its weekly data plan, increasing the allocation to 6GB for N2,500. This comes as part of the company’s ongoing review of its data offerings …
Nigeria’s foreign trade via maritime transport surged by 91% in 2024, reaching N130.75 trillion, up from N68.44 trillion in 2023, according to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). Exports dominated …
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Bankit MFB Uses Games to Teach Nigerians About Money
Bankit Microfinance Bank (MFB), a Pan-African fintech company, is using games to help Nigerians learn about managing money better. The bank believes that by making financial education fun, more people …
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How Cheap Imports from China Crushed Nigeria’s Textile Industry
Nigeria’s once-booming textile industry is now a shadow of its former self, as cheap imports from China, high production costs, and weak government policies have crippled local manufacturing. In the …
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Ghana, Morocco to Scrap Visa Requirements for Travelers
Ghana and Morocco are set to remove visa requirements for travelers between both countries as part of efforts to strengthen diplomatic and economic relations. This was disclosed by Ghana’s Minister …
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Dangote Refinery Boosts US Jet Fuel Imports with Massive Exports
The Dangote Refinery in Lagos has emerged as a key player in global energy markets as its exports significantly increase US jet fuel imports. In March 2025 alone, six vessels …