EXPLAINER: Why the naira is falling and what next befalls the ailing currency
Nigeria’s naira is on the brink of breaching 1,000 per dollar after falling to an official record low of 999 last week, Refinitiv data showed, tracing its weakness on the…
In Jakarta, Gov. Mbah lists investments opportunities in Enugu, offers incentives
Gov. Peter Mbah, on Monday, urged Indonesian businesses and investors to take advantage of the numerous investment opportunities, improved business environment and ample returns on investment in Enugu State. This…
Niger’s ousted president Bazoum attempts escape to Nigeria, junta claims
Niger’s junta said on Thursday that it had thwarted an escape attempt by ousted President Mohamed Bazoum who has been imprisoned by the military since a July 26 coup despite…
BRI: NASENI, Chinese Companies Sign MoUs, Receives Letters Of Intent For $bn Investments
At a ceremony attended by Vice President Kashim Shettima (GCON) on Thursday, October 19, 2023, on the sidelines of the third Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) Forum in Beijing, China, the National Agency for Science and…
Shettima in Beijing, says Nigeria, China partnership key to Africa’s development
VP Shettima and VP Zheng Vice President Kashim Shettima, says Nigeria’s strategic partnership with China needs to be scaled up because it remains key to Africa’s development. This is…
Economic crisis: IMF gives tough prescriptions for Nigeria, other sub-Saharan Africa nations
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) urged sub-Saharan African policymakers last week to cut costly fuel subsidies and raise more in taxes, measures that may be hard to implement as governments…
Bridging Identity Gap: The Nigerian Branding Experience, by Reuben Kalu
In the global marketplace, the power of branding is undeniable. Brands aren’t merely logos or slogans; they are the embodiment of a company’s identity. They shape perception, drive consumer…
78th UNGA: President Tinubu and his Defining Moment
By Tunde Rahman The just-ended 78th session of the United Nations General Assembly was President Bola Tinubu’s first outing at that important gathering of global leaders and on…
Tinubu to advanced nations: Take action against terror financing, other crimes that hurt developing countries
President Bola Tinubu, on Tuesday in New York City, addressed world leaders at the 78th United Nations General Assembly, during which he made a firm and compelling declaration that…
Tinubu advances stronger economic ties with South Africa, seeks reform of Bretton Woods institutionsÂ
President Bola Tinubu on Monday advanced his economic development diplomatic drive for investment attraction as he engaged extensively in a bilateral discussion with South African President, Cyril Ramaphosa, in…