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The Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has announced free entry for all visitors to the 2024 Lagos International Trade Fair (LITF), aiming to attract one million visitors over the 10-day event. Scheduled for November 1-10 at Tafawa Balewa […]
Amid widespread panic following unverified reports of potential bank closures, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has moved swiftly to reassure the public that all funds deposited in Nigerian financial institutions are secure. In a statement released on Tuesday, the […]
Oil prices continued to rise on Monday, with Brent crude nearing the $80 mark, driven by concerns over escalating Middle East tensions and the potential impact on global oil supply. Brent crude futures rose by $1.09, or 1.4%, reaching $79.14 […]
Kenya has unveiled two major initiatives to strengthen its tourism sector: a Digital Nomad Work Permit and a visa-free travel policy. Announced by President William Ruto at the 2024 Magical Kenya Travel Expo, these measures aim to attract remote workers […]
The ECOWAS Parliament has called for increased efforts from regional lawmakers to enhance financial inclusion for West African women and foster investments aimed at promoting female entrepreneurship and economic empowerment. The Parliament’s Speaker, Memounatou Ibrahima, made this appeal during a […]
The Bank of Industry (BOI) has reported the disbursement of N77.65 billion in loans within the first nine months of 2024 to support medium, small, and micro-enterprises (MSMEs) across Nigeria. This financial assistance has benefited nearly 1,000 MSMEs, helping them […]
United Bank for Africa (UBA) achieved a 40 percent increase in gross earnings for the first half of 2024, reaching N1.37 trillion, up from N981.77 billion in the same period last year. The bank also declared an interim dividend of […]
The Federal Government, in collaboration with the Presidential Compressed Natural Gas Initiative (P-CNGi) and the Ministry of Youth Development, has launched the distribution of 2,000 CNG-powered tricycles to empower Nigerian youth. The event, held at the Old Parade Ground in […]
The Federal Government has pledged to ensure sustainable and responsible mining activities in Nigeria, emphasizing the need for adherence to both national and global environmental standards. By enforcing stringent regulations and promoting best practices, the government aims to protect the […]
The Saudi Arabian Embassy in Nigeria has initiated talks with Nigerian Communications Satellite Limited (NIGCOMSAT) to host four Saudi television channels on the NigComSat-1R satellite. This partnership aims to expand broadcasting reach and promote cross-cultural media content between the two […]