Nigeria Eyes First National Data Park and AI Compute Hub at Egbin Power Plant
In an effort to boost Nigeria's digital economy, the government is planning to build the country’s first National…
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Tech Leaders to Convene in Abuja for $180 Billion African Digital Economy…
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African Trade Ministers to Convene on April 14 to Address Impact of U.S. Tariffs
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AGI Warns Against ECG’s Non-Compliance with Local Content Laws in Cable…
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Presidential CNG Initiative to Launch 150 New Stations in 18 Months Amid Safety…
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Nigeria is facing significant fiscal challenges as global economic uncertainties, including the trade war…
No Entry Ban on Nigeria, Saudi Arabia Denies Viral Claims
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Governors Block Local Government Chairmen from Opening CBN Accounts for Direct…
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BDC Operators Advocate Economic Partnerships with India, China Amid U.S. Tariff…
The Association of Bureau de Change Operators of Nigeria (ABCON) has urged the Nigerian government to explore…
Trump’s Tariff Threats Spark Global Selloff, Shake Nigeria’s Markets
Nigeria’s financial markets faced turbulence this week as renewed trade tensions, sparked by former US President…
Naira Depreciates by 2.6% in March Despite $668M CBN Intervention
The Nigerian naira experienced significant depreciation in March, falling by 2.4% at the Nigerian Autonomous…
MTN Group Set to Launch Streaming Platform to Rival Netflix in Africa
MTN Group, Africa’s leading mobile operator, has announced plans to launch a new streaming platform aimed at…
Akwa Ibom Government Disburses N335 Million to Empower Oron Farmers and…
The Akwa Ibom State Government has allocated a total of N335 million in grants to farmers, traders, and…
Trump’s Tariff Policy Triggers Global Market Chaos as Fears of Recession Mount
President Donald Trump's aggressive tariff strategy has sent shockwaves through global financial markets, with…
AFDEIC 2025 to Address Africa’s $180B Digital Economy, AI’s Role in…
The African Digital Economy & Inclusivity Conference (AFDEIC 2025) is poised to address Africa’s rapidly…
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C&I Leasing Expands Electric Vehicle Use in Ghana Amid Successful Series 5…
C&I Leasing Plc has experienced significant success in its recent Series 5 Commercial Paper Issuance,…
Nigeria’s Financial Markets in Turmoil as Trump Tariffs Trigger Global…
Nigeria’s financial markets are grappling with volatility amid global disruptions caused by renewed tariff threats…
JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon Warns U.S. Tariffs Could Slow Growth, Fuel Inflation
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Microsoft Joint Venture Wicresoft to Halt China Operations and Lay Off 2,000 Staff…
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China Assures U.S. Companies of Protection Amid Ongoing Trade Tensions
China’s Vice Commerce Minister, Ling Ji, reassured U.S. companies, including prominent names like Tesla and GE…
Telecom Service Quality Declines After Tariff Hike, Consumers Express Discontent
Telecom service quality in Nigeria has significantly deteriorated, sparking frustration among customers.…
Nigerian Breweries Reinforces Sustainability Commitment
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Investor Confidence Rises as Nigerian Banks Secure N2.4 Trillion in Q1 2025…
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The recent imposition of a 14% tariff by U.S. President Donald Trump on Nigerian exports has raised serious…
FG to Receive First Batch of 3.2 Million Electricity Meters in April 2025
In a bid to address the significant metering gap in Nigeria’s electricity sector, the Federal Government has…
Bank of Ghana Engages Traders to Reaffirm Commitment to Economic Stability
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