NDIC paid N16bn to defunct bank stakeholders’ – Official
Nov. 2, 2023 The Nigerian Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC), said it has paid N16 billion in liquidation dividends to depositors, creditors and shareholders of banks in liquidation in the past…
Italy takes first step in flagship cooperation plan with Africa – Draft shows
November 2, 2023 A management structure including politicians and state-controlled firms will be in charge of an Italian government plan to boost energy cooperation with African countries and help curb…
Belgium drafting new fuel quality law targeting African exports
November 2, 2023 Belgium’s environment and energy ministries are planning to submit draft legislation to tighten the quality of exported fuels, its officials told Reuters, mirroring a similar move by…
Africa-US trade programme needs at least 10-year extension – AUÂ
Nov. 2, 2023 Africa wants the U.S. Congress to renew its flagship trade programme for the continent for at least 10 years, the African Union’s top trade official said on…
Robust FinTech Critical for Deepening Financial Inclusion in Nigeria – Maida
The Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive officer (EVC/CEO) of the Nigeria Communications Commission (NCC), Dr. Aminu Maida, has described the Financial Technology (FinTech) industry as a critical driver of…
Community Cluster Farming: Booster for Industrialization, Food Security in Nigeria
By: Agbaji Chinedu INTRODUCTION In many developing countries, agriculture remains in the hands of rural communities smallholders and has significant potential for long-term growth, if transformed. But for…
BUA says to inaugurate new cement plant in Sokoto by Jan. 2024
Gov. Ahmed Aliyu and Alhaji Abdulsamad Rabiu, Chairman BUA Group at Sokoto State Government House on Wednesday One of the Nigeria’s leading cement providers, BUA, has revealed its plan…
NDDC Inks Partnership with USAID, Aligns with SDGs
The Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, has restated its determination to establish collaborative relationships and focus on governance, as part of its commitment to transformative change in the Niger…
World Bank happy with $750m NG-CARES programme progress, says still very active in states
Nov. 1, 2023 The World Bank says Nigeria COVID-19 Action Recovery and Economic Stimulus (NG-CARES) programme is doing well in addressing poverty in the country. Prof. Foluso Okunmadewa, World Bank…
Musk says Tesla aims to make 200,000 Cybertrucks a year
Nov. 1, 2023 Tesla is aiming to make 200,000 units of its electric pickup truck, Cybertruck, per year, Chief Executive Officer Elon Musk said on Tuesday. The company had earlier…