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MTN Nigeria profits surges ahead of Q1 results amid profitability hopes
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MTN commits N3b to support FG’s 3MTT digital skills initiative

The Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, on Tuesday announced that MTN Nigeria is providing N3 billion in support for the federal government’s 3 Million Technical Talent initiative. He underscored the importance of public-private partnerships in driving Nigeria’s digital transformation agenda. “I acknowledge MTN Nigeria’s long-term support for the 3MTT Nigeria […]

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FG, Brazil to sign over 30 MoUs as strategic dialogue begins

Nigeria is expected to sign over 30 Memoranda of Understanding with Brazil as the Second Session of the Nigeria-Brazil Strategic Dialogue Mechanism begins in Abuja. This was disclosed on Tuesday by the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media & Communications (Office of the Vice President), Stanley Nkwocha, who announced the arrival of Brazil’s […]

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FG to establish Nigeria’s first national export trading company

The Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment, in collaboration with the Nigeria Commodity Exchange and the Africa Trade and Distribution Company is establishing the country’s first National Export Trading Company To enhance Nigeria’s trade infrastructure and unlock its export potential. Discussions are reportedly at an advanced stage for the proposed National Export Trading Company, […]

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FG commits ₦200bn to strengthen food production nationwide 

The Federal Government has invested over ₦200 billion in the agricultural sector to boost food production and strengthen national food security. This was disclosed in a statement on Sunday by the Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Abubakar Kyari. Kyari said “The ministry has invested over N200bn in terms of intervention and has also given […]

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FG launches REV-OP to reform public financial management

The Federal Government of Nigeria has introduced the Revenue Optimization and Assurance Project, a transformative initiative aimed at strengthening public financial management. Through a technology-driven approach, the project seeks to curb revenue leakages, enhance transparency, and promote sustainable economic development. The project was unveiled at a high-level session held at the Ministry of Finance headquarters […]

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FG delays sale of power plants over low investor bids

The Federal Government has delayed plans to sell five National Integrated Power Projects after receiving undervalued bids from interested investors. Meanwhile, the Transmission Company of Nigeria is contending with a growing debt of ₦457 billion. TCN’s Executive Director of Transmission Service Provider, Oluwagbenga Ajiboye, revealed this at a capacity-building workshop for journalists in Nasarawa State. […]

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FG to track unpaid loans with NIN, restrict passport renewal

The Federal Government has announced plans to use the National Identification Number to track all unpaid loans across the country. The move is aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s credit infrastructure and curbing corruption. Managing Director of the Nigerian Consumer Credit Corporation, Uzoma Nwagba, disclosed this during a “Meet the Press” briefing organized by the Presidential Media […]

FG secures $163m AfDB loan for wheat production
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ASIF: FG launches platform to boost investments across Africa

The Federal Government of Nigeria has introduced the ASIF Investment Platform, a flagship initiative aimed at catalyzing high-impact investments in infrastructure, renewable energy, manufacturing, and healthcare across Africa. Launched at the 4th Annual Meeting of the Africa Sovereign Investors Forum in Abuja, the platform is designed to mobilize local capital and attract global funding for […]

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FG seeks technical, financial help to revive Ajaokuta steel

The Federal Government on Friday announced new efforts to revive the long-dormant Ajaokuta Steel Company—an asset seen as central to Nigeria’s industrial development and job creation plans. As part of the renewed push, the government has opened high-level negotiations with major Chinese steel conglomerates to secure technical expertise, financial support, and strategic partnerships aimed at […]

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FG moves to revoke dormant oil licences

The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission has announced plans to enforce the ‘drill or drop’ policy, which requires oil producers to either begin developing allocated oil blocks or relinquish them. NUPRC Chief Executive, Gbenga Komolafe, made this known during a recent meeting with representatives of the Independent Petroleum Producers Group at the commission’s headquarters in […]

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FG invests $50m in impact investment fund

The Federal Government has reaffirmed its dedication to sustainable economic growth with a $50 million investment in the Nigeria Wholesale Impact Investment Fund, bringing the fund’s first close to $100 million. This was disclosed by the Federal Ministry of Finance of account on Tuesday via it’s official X handle. According to the post, the Minister […]

Nigeria, others spent $1.4trn on debt servicing in 2023 - World Bank
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W’Bank loan at risk as FG fails audit revenue reform

The Federal Government risks losing $4 million from a World Bank loan after failing to meet auditing standards tied to a major revenue reform initiative involving the Federal Inland Revenue Service and the Nigeria Customs Service. The forfeited amount is part of the $103 million Fiscal Governance and Institutions Project, a public financial management programme […]