Put a price on terror: Why Nigeria should place bounties on bandits
As Nigeria continues its battle against banditry, kidnapping, and terrorism, a new proposal is gaining attention: paying for information that…
Category: Opinion
When Power Stops Listening – A Pattern History Warns Us About.
History rarely repeats itself exactly, but it often follows familiar patterns. Before World War II, Germany did not suddenly become…
Mandatory TINs in Nigeria: Tax Reform or Threat to Financial Inclusion?
As Nigeria moves to make Tax Identification Numbers (TINs) mandatory for all bank accounts from January 1, 2026, millions of…
My thesis on sustainable development of our great State
Creating a sustainable future requires bold and innovative strategies that focus on economic growth, social well-being and environmental care. By…
Exchange Rate and Inflation: Fixing the fundamentals first
In many developing economies, exchange rate fluctuations serve as the main driver of inflation. In Nigeria, the value of the…
Effective Communication, a Necessity in Addressing National Protests – 8 fundamental economic accomplishments not yet told articulately
The ongoing protests in Nigeria have highlighted a significant issue: the lack of coordinated communication from government spokespersons. The discourse…
NNPC Vs Dangote: Where The Truth Lies
Aliko Dangote, Africa’s richest man, has faced numerous challenges and adversities throughout his career, particularly in the cement industry against…
Strengthening National Capacities For Debt Management Crucial – Cardoso
Building strong debt management skills is crucial for West African nations, according to Nigeria’s Central Bank Governor, Olayemi Cardoso. Speaking…
Rising Inflation and Regulatory Costs Drive Up Operating Expenses for Nigerian Banks
Inflation and regulatory charges have led to a 26% surge in total operating expenses for ten major Nigerian banks in…
FG commends SON for topping the rating index in ease of doing business
The Federal Ministry of Trade and Investment has commended the Standards Organisation of Nigeria, SON, for coming as the topmost…
Experts advocate databank of indigenous technologies for SDGs
The National Centre for Technology Management has emphasised the need to develop a databank of indigenous technologies that address sustainable…
NAICOM targets N6trn GPI by 2030
Barring unforeseen circumstances of pandemic proportions, the National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) has projected the insurance industry Gross Premium Income (GPI)…
Nigeria ranks low in W’Bank projects’ implementation, says FG
The Nigerian FG on Tuesday disclosed plans to improve the level of implementation of donor-financed projects in the country. According…
Five Digital Products Propelling MTN Towards Tech
MTN has been growing alternative sources of revenue outside voice, maintaining an accelerated growth trajectory, with massive adoption of its…
Stakeholders to brainstorm on Africa’s competitive advantage
Regional Scrum Gathering Nigeria has said stakeholders in the financial sector will brainstorm on how to boost competitive advantage for…
Experts tell FG – Seek debt moratorium to reduce debt profile
Economic experts have urged the Federal Government to seek a debt moratorium to reduce the cost of funds expended on…
Ukraine Strategist Predicts How Oil Will Hit $120 Per Barrel
Oil will “certainly” hit $120 a barrel and the global economy will be “radically altered” if Russia invades Ukraine, veteran…
Indonesia Non-Government Islamic Organizations Issue Warning Against Crypto Use
The Tarjih Council and the Central Executive Tajdid of Muhammadiyah, one of the largest non-government Islamic organizations in Indonesia, issued…
‘Obscene inequality’: Oxfam says taxing the world’s richest could help save lives
According to a report titled “Inequality Kills” by new Oxfam, The pandemic has made the rich richer while the income…
Review forex ban on 40 items to save naira, economists tell CBN
The Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise, has advised the Central Bank of Nigeria to review its ban on…
Asset Sales To Dominate Nigeria’s Oil Sector, Says Analyst
Nigeria is likely to contend with a gale of divestments by international oil companies, According to the global provider of…
Nigeria Govt Should Support Businesses To Revive Economy’
The Group Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, CFL Group, Mr Lai Omotola, has said it is important for the government to…
NGO: World Leaders Must Go Beyond Grand Gestures
World leaders must go beyond “grand gestures” to feed the 45 million people around the world who are on the…
Report: Nigeria’s Exports Trade To Hit $112bn By 2030 — Tops Volume For Africa
A new research by Standard Chartered Bank has projected that Nigeria’s export trade would hit $112 billion in 2030, topping…
Investor Warburg Cuts Ant Valuation By 15% To Below $200 Bln – Source
Warburg Pincus, a major global investor in Ant Group, has cut its valuation of the Chinese fintech company by 15%…
EXPLAINER: Prices Are Going Up But Inflation Rate Is Dropping — What’s The Magic?
On Monday, the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) released its monthly inflation report for October. Since NBS released the report,…
Experts Blame High Unemployment, Inflation as GDP falls to 4.03%
Nigeria’s recovery from the fallout of the COVID-19 pandemic slowed sharply in the third quarter of this year, with economists…
