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Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has arrived in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE), declaring his mission to position Abuja as a prime destination for international investment and urban development partnerships. The minister landed in Dubai at approximately 4 a.m. on Monday, after departing Abuja on Sunday. He was warmly received at […]
William Shakespeare in his play “Henry IV, Part 2” wrote “Uneasy lies the head that wears the crown”. It has become a popular idiomatic expression that accompanies leadership and relates to the vagaries of life. The president has made changes to the country’s security architecture with the announcement of new service chiefs. We didn’t see […]
There is a web of confusion swirling around the Bola Tinubu presidency. On one hand, sources from within his government are telling the media that there was an attempted coup d’état against his government. At the same time, the defense establishment has come out to give half throated denials. To understand what is really going […]
In this role, I often feel a mix of emotions: deep pride in our national journey, regret over the opportunities we failed to seize, and confidence in our direction of travel today. Despite some historical shortfalls and present-day challenges, I believe the most difficult phase of our economic journey is behind us. Nigeria has turned […]
APM Terminals Apapa has donated vital medical equipment to the Simpson Primary Healthcare Centre in Ebute Metta, Lagos, as part of its ongoing commitment to improving maternal health and supporting its host communities through Corporate Social Responsibility. Speaking at the handover ceremony, the chief executive officer of APM Terminals Nigeria, Frederik Klinke, expressed his delight […]
The African Export-Import Bank (AfreximBank) shareholders have set an ambitious target of growing the bank’s balance sheet to $250 billion within 10 years. The president of Afreximbank George Elombi, said this in his inaugural speech in Cairo, Egypt, reaffirming his faith in Africa’s ability to achieve the goal. He said, “When we consulted with leaders, […]
The private sector operators have warned the National Assembly (NASS) not to weaken the Nigerian Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF), even as they seek President Bola Tinubu’s intervention. Speaking under the aegis of the Organised Private Sector of Nigeria (OPSN), comprising the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN), the Nigeria Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, […]
Government leaders, private sector executives, development partners, academics, startups, and investors will attend the Innovation & Technology Summit (InnTech Summit 2025), scheduled for November 25, 2025, at the Shehu Musa Yar’Adua Centre, Abuja. According to the organisers, in a press statement yesterday, the event will focus on the theme “AI, Digital Economy, and Sustainability.” Touted […]
One year after launching its landmark N1.2 billion, 10-Year Scholarship Programme to support education and youth development, OPay is set to host the Empowering Futures Conference 2025 on October 31 at the Marriott Hotel, Ikeja. The conference will bring together stakeholders from academia, the private sector, and the media to reflect on the milestones achieved […]
The Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise (CPPE) has called on the federal government to enact comprehensive legislation to give full legal backing to the proposed Nigeria First Policy, which aims to institutionalise local content, domestic production, and economic self-reliance across all sectors of the economy. The CPPE chief executive, Dr Muda Yusuf, who […]