Anambra State ramps up efforts to harness its vast mineral resources for industrial growth. Officials cite illegal mining as a major challenge causing revenue loss. Discover the plan for sustainable development.
AfDB and FIN lead high-level talks on building a safer cashless economy in Africa. Key focus: digital trust, infrastructure, and financial inclusion. Read the outcomes.
UK PACT launches a national project to equip Nigerian businesses with tools to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution from transport, aiming to save lives and boost green growth.
The CIBN has announced a new Annual Ethics and Professionalism Summit, aligning with the UN's International Day of Banks on December 4th. Discover how this initiative aims to strengthen trust and sustainable finance in Nigeria's banking sector.
The Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria commemorates the UN day, highlighting banks' role in sustainable development and cybersecurity amid rising digital threats. Read more.
At the 2025 Social Innovators Programme, LEAP Africa declared Africa a global innovation centre driven by youth. Discover the award winners and key insights.
Asian markets lost early gains despite strong Fed rate cut bets. Tokyo rose, but Hong Kong, Shanghai, and Seoul fell. Get the latest on global market volatility.
Indigenous contractors block the Federal Ministry of Finance in Abuja, demanding payment of N760 billion for completed 2024 projects. The protest disrupts government activities as financial distress deepens.
The Bank of Industry disbursed over ₦1.27 trillion across 14 sectors in 2024, supporting 900,000 jobs. The bank is expanding green finance and renewable energy investments to drive Nigeria's industrial transformation.
The CPPE warns that the Senate's plan to increase excise duty on non-alcoholic drinks is economically disruptive and threatens jobs. They urge its withdrawal. Read more.
African countries spent $90B on debt servicing in 2024 while climate finance falls short. G20 summit must deliver debt relief to unlock Africa's green transition and global climate security.
NADF signs MoU with Leadway Assurance and Verdure Climate to provide insurance packages for agricultural loans, enhancing climate resilience for smallholder farmers across Nigeria.
Anambra State Police recover decomposing bodies of two Cameroonian women from Omambala River. Two suspects arrested, one still at large as search intensifies for third victim.
Anambra State grants FirstPower Electricity Company a one-year interim distribution license under new state regulatory framework. Historic move aims to boost power supply across the state.
Leading commercial banks unite behind MMC 7.0 to mobilize capital for African entrepreneurs. Join the event on Dec 4-5 in Lagos to unlock funding opportunities.
The Federal Government launches REVOP, a tech-driven revenue system to eliminate financial leakages and ensure real-time tracking of all public funds for national development.
OPay, Nigeria's top fintech firm, secures two major awards for financial crime prevention and governance, reinforcing its commitment to a secure digital finance ecosystem for millions.
Sahara Group urges scaling nature-based solutions at COP30 to unlock climate finance and boost Africa's resilience. Learn about their Adopt-a-Forest initiative.
Former Ethiopian PM warns G20: Africa spends $90B on debt servicing while climate finance falls short. Debt relief essential for global climate security. Read more.
Nigeria's largest trading event, Traders Fair 2026, is coming to Lagos on April 10, 2026. Join for expert seminars, networking, and a chance to win prizes. Register now!
African leaders warn Europe must help break debt cycle as countries pay $163bn annually. Unsustainable debt hampers climate resilience and development across the continent.
ORDF and SMDF will host a workshop on Dec 9, 2025 in Abuja to address mining sector funding gaps and develop a sustainable finance framework for Nigeria's economic growth.
ORDF Chairman Uba Saidu Malami says Nigeria's mining sector holds immense economic potential if funding and data transparency gaps are addressed. Workshop scheduled for December 9 in Abuja.
COP30 climate summit in Brazil concludes without a fossil fuel phase-out agreement, leaving vulnerable nations disheartened. African groups demand climate justice.
COP30 concludes with $1.3 trillion annual climate finance target by 2035 but fails to adopt fossil fuel transition roadmap. Key outcomes include adaptation funding tripling and just transition mechanism.
COP30 concludes with historic $1.3 trillion annual climate finance commitment by 2035, but fails to deliver fossil fuels transition roadmap. Key outcomes for Nigeria analyzed.
Federal Government unveils National Livestock Growth Acceleration Strategy to boost sector value from $32bn to $74bn by 2035, aiming to create jobs and ensure food security.
Global leaders react to COP30 climate agreement in Brazil. Mixed responses emerge as deal faces praise and criticism. Key outcomes and future implications analyzed.
COP30 climate summit in Belem concluded with agreements on fossil fuels, adaptation finance, and methane emissions. Learn about the global climate progress made.
Nigeria urges G20 leaders to back a global framework for fair critical mineral trade and ethical AI standards. VP Shettima represented President Tinubu, calling for value addition in Africa.