Perspectives on banks’ recapitalisation and economy, by Arize Nwobu
The Central Bank of Nigeria( CBN) has been proactive and methodical in formulating policy measures to stabilise and boost the economy towards achieving sustainable growth. The Bank started by first…
Sierra Leone signs $225 million offshore oil agreement with Nigeria’s Marginal Energy
Sierra Leone said on Thursday it had signed a petroleum license agreement with Nigeria‑based Marginal Energy Limited, granting the company offshore exploration and production rights as the government seeks to…
The Big Squeeze: NCC Directs Airtime Cashback For Bad Network
By: Theresa Igata The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has ordered telecommunications operators to compensate subscribers for poor network service through direct airtime credits. This decisive action is part of a…
Beyond the 5G Hype: The Silent Crisis of IPv6 Adoption Stalling Nigeria’s Tech Future
By: Theresa Igata …Stakeholders optimistic, target 30% nationwide adoption by 2030 Nigeria’s digital ambitions are rapidly outgrowing available infrastructure. While the nation dreams of 5G dominance and an AI-driven economy,…
Suspected Boko Haram militants kill 20 in northeast Nigeria attacks
Suspected Boko Haram militants riding motorbikes stormed two villages in northeast Nigeria, killing at least 20 people, a local official said on Wednesday. The assaults are part of a surge…
Edun, Dangiwa resigned, not sacked, says Presidency
The Presidency on Wednesday said former Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, resigned from office and was not removed. It also clarified that former…
Pi-CNG partners financial institutions to ease vehicle conversion financing, transport costs
The Presidential Initiative on Compressed Natural Gas and Electric Vehicles (Pi-CNG & EVs) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with financing partners to ease CNG vehicle conversion financing and…
Alleged coup: Court remands suspects in DSS custody, orders accelerated hearing
The Federal High Court in Abuja on Wednesday ordered the remand of alleged coup plotters in the Department of State Services (DSS) custody. Justice Joyce Abdulmalik, in a ruling, also…
Africa, Southeast Asia drive China solar panel exports to record in March
China’s solar panel exports soared to a record in March, China customs and industry data showed, as Southeast Asia and Africa stockpiled ahead of expected price increases and fallout from…
Nigeria loses N428bn annually to illicit spirits, wines trade- Association
The Spirits and Wines Association of Nigeria (SWAN) says Nigeria loses an estimated N428 billion annually to illicit trade in spirits and wines. The Director-General of the association, Tony Okwoju,…