Economy General

CBN Cuts Interest Rate to 26.50% to Stimulate Economy

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has reduced the country’s benchmark interest rate by 50 basis points to 26.50 per cent from 27 per cent. The decision was announced on Tuesday at the end of the apex bank’s 304th Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting held in Abuja. The Monetary Policy Rate (MPR), which serves as

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General Economy

Aviation Sector Targets Aerotropolis Development

The Federal Government has announced plans to adopt the aerotropolis model to drive growth in the aviation industry. The strategy involves developing airport cities that integrate business hubs, logistics centres, and commercial activities around major airports. Authorities also revealed that a global aviation summit would soon be hosted to attract investors, aircraft lessors, and international

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Economy General

FG to Commit 5% of GDP to Boost Manufacturing

The Federal Government has unveiled plans to commit five per cent of the nation’s Gross Domestic Product annually to strengthen the manufacturing sector. The initiative is designed to expand local production, increase exports, and create employment opportunities. Officials said the policy would prioritise sectors such as solid minerals, construction materials, and light manufacturing to reduce

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Politics Economy

Fiscal Policy Committee Debunks Viral Claim of 25% Tax on Construction Funds

The Presidential Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms Committee has dismissed as false a viral video alleging that new tax laws will take effect in 2027 and impose a 25 per cent levy on funds designated for building materials and other transactions. In a statement, the committee clarified that the Nigeria Tax Act 2025 has already

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General Economy

RIMA to Open Microfinance Bank Branches Across Rivers Senatorial Districts

The Rivers State Microfinance Agency (RIMA) has announced plans to establish microfinance bank branches in each of the state’s three senatorial districts, aiming to expand access to loans in rural communities. Managing Director Pastor Jonathan Tobin disclosed the plans in an interview, saying the initiative is part of Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s drive to boost small

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Politics Economy

Tinubu Seeks World Bank Support for Nigeria’s Economic Reforms

President Bola Tinubu has called on the World Bank to support Nigeria’s ongoing economic reforms, particularly in the areas of agriculture, youth employment, and private sector growth. He said such support is critical to his administration’s strategy to strengthen the economy and create more opportunities for Nigerians. The president made the appeal on Tuesday while

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Economy General

Economic Reforms, Private Investment Key to Growth — Edun

The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, has said Nigeria’s target of achieving seven per cent economic growth depends largely on sustained reforms and increased private sector investment. He spoke at an economic forum in Lagos where he outlined government strategies for stabilising the economy. Edun said recent policy decisions

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Technology Economy Foreign General

Moniepoint’s 2025 Figures Reveal How Nigeria’s Fintech Sector Is Evolving

By Paul Chimodo Moniepoint’s 2025 performance figures, published as part of its year-in-review data and industry disclosures, provide more than a snapshot of company growth. The report, which details transaction volumes, lending activity, merchant usage and expansion plans, offers valuable insight into how Nigeria’s fintech sector is maturing and reshaping everyday economic activity. It was

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Economy General

Energy Expert Warns of More National Grid Collapses

An energy expert, Emeka Ojoko, has warned Nigerians to brace for more collapses of the national power grid, attributing the situation to structural weaknesses in the country’s electricity system. Ojoko, in an interview, said Nigeria currently operates on a single national grid, unlike Western countries that use interconnected grids. He explained that interconnected grids provide

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