Politics
General news on the economy and politics.
Closing of Nigerian-owned shops in Ghana must be dealt with decisively – Femi Gbajabiamila
Nigeria’s Minister of Trade is also in contact with his counterpart in Ghana over the situation.
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Malian rebel soldiers promise new elections, as President Keita resigns forcefully
Certain elements of our armed forces want this to end through their intervention, do I really have a choice?
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NSIA invests $5.5 million in radiology centre in Abia State
The project was commissioned on Tuesday evening in an announcement by the NSIA.
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Petroleum Industry Bill set to go to President Buhari
The bill would unlock potential investments into Nigeria’s rich resource base.
Read moreDetailsCoup fear grips Mali, as soldiers allegedly arrest President Keita
The mutiny comes at a time when ECOWAS has been mediating with all the Malian parties.
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FG expected to spend a record N12.65 trillion for 2021 budget
This new expenditure plan represents a 17.2% increase from the N10.8 trillion revised 2020 budget.
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Why the $1.5 billion World Bank loan to Nigeria is being delayed
Nigeria's failure to meet World Bank conditions means the loans might not be disbursed till end of the year.
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CBN to set up $39.4 billion infrastructure development company with AFC, NSIA
This entity will be co-owned by the CBN, AFC and the NSIA.
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Nigeria’s unemployment rate jumps to 27.1% as at 2020 Q2
Nigeria's unemployment rate as at the second quarter of 2020 is 27.1% meaning about 21.7 million Nigerians remain unemployed.
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NBC slams N5 million fine on Nigeria Info over Mailafia’s inciting comments
This was contained in a press statement which was issued by NBC on Thursday.
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