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FG can implement tax laws despite lawmakers’ objection – Expert

An economic expert at Bayero University, Kano, Professor Kabiru Isah Dandago, has stated that the Federal Government can lawfully proceed with the implementation of the newly signed tax reform laws despite objections raised by some members of the House of Representatives. Professor Dandago made this assertion during an exclusive interview with Daily Post, where he […]

Aviation

Govt levies, not airlines, driving soaring airfares – Expert

The Group Managing Director of Finchglow Holdings, Bernard Bankole, says the surge in airfares nationwide is being driven largely by multiple charges imposed by government and regulatory agencies, not airline operators. Speaking at Finchglow Holdings’ annual media engagement in Lagos, Bankole noted that while passengers often fault airlines for high ticket prices, a significant portion […]

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Nigeria’s aviation growth slumps in Q3 amid costly air tickets

Nigeria’s aviation sector recorded a sharp slowdown in growth in the third quarter of 2025, expanding by just 2.88 per cent as passengers continued to face elevated airfares. This figure was revealed in the latest data of the National Bureau of Statistics. The NBS Gross Domestic Product report for Q3 2025 showed that nominal year-on-year […]

EU rules out fee for tech giants under digital markets act
Business

AI adoption may expose EU banks to new threats – Expert

The Netherlands’ chief financial regulator, has warned that Artificial Intelligence adoption will heighten systemic risks for European banks due to their dependence on foreign technology giants. The Chair of Supervision at the Dutch National Bank, Steven Maijoor, made this disclosure on Monday calling for urgent steps to curb those vulnerabilities, according to Bloomberg. “There is […]

News

Expert demands central crash database to curb road accident crises

Expert called for a national crash database to combat Nigeria’s high rate of road accidents. In a statement, Transportation researcher Mujeeb Abdulrazaq warned that Nigeria’s fragmented crash data undermines road safety efforts. He said that without more accurate and coordinated data, effective policy-making is impossible. “To address the challenge, there is an urgent need for […]

Business

Trust, talent development key to brand growth in Nigeria – Expert

A Business Unit Director at mediaReach OMD Nigeria, Emmanuel Adediran, has urged Nigerian brands to prioritize integrity and talent development as core drivers of growth. Speaking at the Brand Handlers Summit & Awards on August 29, Adediran emphasized that consumer trust and human capital are critical to navigating economic challenges. “Every brand that has weathered […]

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Business

Expert raises alarm over Nigeria’s heavy dependence on Chinese imports

Nigeria’s heavy dependence on China for imports has raised renewed concerns among economists and trade experts, who caution that the country’s import pattern poses significant risks. Speaking at the Cowry Quarterly Economic Discourse held on Wednesday under the theme ‘Thriving in a Volatile Economic Environment’, Group Managing Director of Cowry Asset Management, Johnson Chukwu, highlighted […]

Business

Expert applauds Nigeria’s bold economic reforms

The founder of the Research Alpha fund and a veteran investor in the Asia-Pacific region, Michael McGaughy, has commended Nigeria’s recent economic reforms, including the unification of the foreign exchange market and the removal of fuel subsidies. He said these measures are strengthening Nigeria’s position as an attractive destination for global investment. His comments follow […]

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Tech

Digital skills shortfall could cost Nigeria $11b annually – Expert 

The Chairman of the Sector Skills Council for Information and Communications Technology, Mr. Shola Oshilaja, has warned that Nigeria could lose up to $11 billion annually in potential economic growth due to the widening digital skills gap in the country. Speaking through the Council’s Secretary, Mr. Chukwuemeka Okafor, Oshilaja made the statement on Tuesday in […]

Data breach exposes salary information of Dublin airport staff
Tech

Expert warns of data breach risks in Nigeria’s energy sector

A new legal research paper has raised concerns about the growing risk of data breaches and cybersecurity threats in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector. Authored by data protection lawyer, Lynda Ugo Ezike, the paper warns that the sector’s increasing digitization has made it vulnerable to cyberattacks, surveillance, and legal issues related to the misuse or […]

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Expert urges Nigerian govt to reassess economic reforms

The founder and chairman of Proshare LLC, Dr. Olufemi Awoyemi, has called on the government to reassess its approach to reforms and policy development. Speaking as the keynote speaker at the Bible Society of Nigeria’s 16th Founder’s Day Annual Lecture in Lagos, he emphasized diversification and production as vital solutions to Nigeria’s economic challenges. “As […]