A cross-section of the multi-stakeholder coalition convened by Nestle Nigeria to drive sustained environmental action in commemoration of 2026 World Environment Day In commemoration of World Environment Day 2026, Nestlé Nigeria has unveiled a multi-stakeholder coalition plan. As it embarked on its seventh outing in bringing together government agencies, regulators, industry platforms, Nestlé’ also brought […]
The Director-General of the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN), Dr. Segun Ajayi-Kadir, has expressed concern over the devastating impact of insecurity on industrial activities in the Northeast, revealing that about 60 per cent of industries in the region have shut down operations. Ajayi-Kadir disclosed this while receiving members of the executive council of the Commerce […]
The Acting Customs Area Controller (CAC) of the Kirikiri Lighter Terminal (KLT) Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Deputy Comptroller Bolaji Adigun, has reaffirmed the command’s commitment to deepening engagement with stakeholders in the maritime sector. This pledge underscores ongoing efforts to enhance trade facilitation, transparency, and economic growth. Adigun’s message was delivered […]
The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN), speaking on behalf of the Non-Alcoholic Drinks (NAD) sector, has urged the Federal Government to adopt a coordinated and evidence-based approach to excise taxation, warning that plans to increase taxes on sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) could have far-reaching consequences for Nigeria’s economy. The association in statement signed by its Director-General, […]
The 26th edition of the MILO Basketball Championship continued with the successful conclusion of the Central Conference regional finals, where Government Secondary School, Gboko, Benue State, and Father O’Connell Science College, Niger State, emerged champions in the girls’ and boys’ categories respectively. For 26 years, MILO has remained committed to youth development through school sports, […]
The National Association of Government Approved Freight Forwarders (NAGAFF) has announced the launch of a nationwide inspection of licensed Customs-bonded warehouses and terminals. This initiative responds to growing concerns about operational inefficiencies, inadequate infrastructure, and poor service delivery within Nigeria’s cargo logistics chain. A statement signed by Dr. Increase Uche, Head, NAGAFF Trade Advocacy Committee, […]
……… Becomes First Foreign Investment Bank Licensed to operate in Ethiopia United Capital, a leading pan-African investment banking and financial services group, has achieved a major milestone in its continental expansion strategy with the successful acquisition of investment banking licences in Ethiopia and Rwanda. With these approvals, United Capital becomes the first foreign institution licensed […]
DataPro Limited, Africa’s fastest-growing credit rating agency, has announced plans for the 2026 edition of its International Credit Rating Webinar, scheduled to hold virtually on Thursday, October 8, 2026. Themed “Sovereign Credit Rating: Africa’s Roadmap to Investment-Grade Status,” the webinar will examine the strategic reforms, policy frameworks, and economic measures required for African countries to […]
Electricity remains one of the most critical drivers of economic development in Nigeria, influencing productivity, investment, job creation, and the overall quality of life. Yet despite years of reforms and privatization initiatives, the power sector continues to grapple with mounting debts, liquidity constraints, weak investor confidence, and a recurring dependence on government intervention. While credit […]
Electricity remains one of the most critical drivers of economic development in Nigeria, influencing productivity, investment, job creation, and the overall quality of life. Yet despite years of reforms and privatization initiatives, the power sector continues to grapple with mounting debts, liquidity constraints, weak investor confidence, and a recurring dependence on government intervention. While credit […]
