Bismarck Rewane, the Managing Director of Financial Derivatives Company Limited, has emphasized that concessioning Nigeria’s major roads could play a crucial role in reducing inflation, enhancing productivity, and stabilizing the …
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Federal Government Allocates N471.69 Billion for Electricity Subsidies in Q4 2024
The Federal Government of Nigeria has provided N471.69 billion in subsidies to support the nation’s electricity sector during the fourth quarter of 2024. This subsidy accounts for approximately 57% of …
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AfricaBusiness PoliciesEconomyNigeriaWestern Africa
Tax Reform Set to Eliminate Regulatory Bottlenecks and Boost MSMEs Growth
Policymakers are calling for sweeping tax reforms aimed at removing regulatory bottlenecks that have long stifled business expansion. The push for reform comes as industry players warn that cumbersome tax …
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EconomyNigeriaTrade and CommerceWestern Africa
How Free Trade Zone Operators Undermine Local Industries, Stakeholders Cry Out
Concerns have continued to mount over the negative impact of operations in Nigeria’s Free Trade Zones (FTZs) on local businesses and manufacturers, as industry stakeholders decry what they describe as …
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Baobab Nigeria Disburses Over N323bn in Loans to Empower MSMEs
Baobab Microfinance Bank has reaffirmed its commitment to empowering small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and micro-entrepreneurs across Nigeria by disbursing loans worth over N323bn to more than 407,000 customers. This …
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Nigerians Cry Out for Cheaper Loans as 65.5% Demand Lower Interest Rates – CBN
A new report from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has revealed that a majority of Nigerians are groaning under the burden of high borrowing costs, with a whopping 65.5% …
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Naira Strengthens, Now Trades at ₦1,530.52/$ at Official Window
In a surprising twist in the foreign exchange market, the Nigerian naira on Tuesday recorded a modest appreciation against the United States dollar, exchanging at ₦1,530.52/$ at the official window. …
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Rivers Pipeline Explosion Triggers $35.3 Million Daily Losses Amid State of Emergency
Nigeria faces a staggering economic setback following a pipeline explosion in Rivers State, potentially leading to losses exceeding $35.3 million daily. The incident, which significantly hampers oil exports from the …
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Pipeline Explosion Disrupts Nigerian Oil Exports Amid Rivers State Political Crisis
A pipeline explosion in Rivers State early tuesday has disrupted Nigeria’s oil exports, creating serious concerns for the economy. The damaged infrastructure connects onshore production sites to key export terminals. …