By Ladi Halilu, Ishaya Nenpinmwa and Faiza Yahaya As preparations for the 2026 Eid celebration gather momentum, a mix of increased commercial activities and economic constraints has defined the festive season across…
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FEATURE: Every $1 Invested in Early Childhood Can Yield $13 in Returns — World Bank
By Mariya Shuaibu Suleiman For decades, Nigeria’s economic debates have revolved around macroeconomic reforms, infrastructure, oil revenue, fiscal discipline and jobn creation. But at a policy dialogue in Abuja on Tuesday, development…
Northern Nigeria’s Crossroads to Renewal
By Adamu S Ladan In a recent thought-provoking piece, a Professor from the Southeast, Benard Ifeanyi Odoh painted a compelling picture of the widening economic gulf between Nigeria’s Southeast and Southwest. He…
Mutfwang Inaugurates Economic Advisory Council to Drive Prosperity Agenda
From Tongnaan Bawa, Jos Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang has inaugurated the State Economic Advisory Council, to help reposition the state’s economy to transform its natural and human endowments into wealth-generating opportunities…
FG Replies Emir Sanusi: We Don’t Need your Stamp of Approval for our Laudable Policies
The Federal Government notes the recent remarks by His Highness, Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II, regarding the economic reforms introduced under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration, at a public event in Lagos. We…
CITAD Launches WiDEF Project to Bridge Gender Digital Divide in Northern Nigeria
By Mustapha Salisu The Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD) has inaugurated the Women in the Digital Economy Fund (WiDEF) Project, an initiative aimed at addressing the gender digital divide and…
Economic Crunch Adversely Affecting Our Business – Falgore Cattle Market Chair
By Abdullahi Yusuf The Chairman of Falgore Cattle Market in Doguwa Local Government Area of Kano State, Mannir Abdullahi Madaki, says the current economic crunch in the country is adversely affecting transactions…
Women Empowerment Critical to Economic Growth – Rinsola Abiola
Ms. Rinsola Abiola, Senior Special Assistant, SSA, to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on citizenship and leadership has said empowering women into leadership roles remain critical to Nigeria’s economic prosperity. The Senior Special…
Zamfara Governor Hosts Swedish Ambassador, Discusses Potential Collaborations
Governor Dauda Lawal expressed readiness to collaborate with Sweden across various sectors, including mining, agriculture, renewable energy, education, and healthcare in Zamfara. Governor Lawal hosted the Swedish ambassador in Nigeria, Annika Hahn-Englund,…
Tackling Economic And Security Challenges of South East Through Peace In South East Project (PISE-P)
By Law Mefor For a while now, the South East has been in terrible shape. The area that was the safest and most tranquil in the nation around two years ago is…
Beyond Palliatives: Nigeria’s Economic Future Demands a Comprehensive Vision
By Muhammad B. Bello, PhD In the midst of Nigeria’s economic challenges, the Federal Government has announced ambitious plans to distribute a substantial sum of money as palliatives. A staggering ₦500 billion…