In a strategic response to the rising complexities of today’s professional landscape, the Graduate Members’ Association (GRAMA), the alumni arm of the Muslim Students’ Society of Nigeria (MSSN), Lagos State Area Unit, has reiterated its commitment to grooming Muslim graduates for success in an increasingly volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous (VUCA) world. This resolve was
In the arid landscapes of north-east Nigeria, firewood is more than just a household commodity — it is the backbone of survival for millions. Yet, what sustains daily life is also accelerating environmental degradation, exposing a stark paradox at the heart of the region’s fragile economy. For countless families, particularly those displaced by the Boko
In a determined bid to transform its economic landscape, Nigeria is embarking on a comprehensive strategy aimed at achieving rapid growth and substantial job creation, even as it navigates the complexities of a volatile global economy. The administration of President Bola Tinubu has set an ambitious target: to propel the nation’s economy to a $1
The Federal Ministry of Arts, Culture, Tourism, and Creative Economy (FMACTCE), in collaboration with the Institute for Tourism Professionals of Nigeria (ITPN), has convened stakeholders to chart a sustainable pathway for leveraging Nigeria’s coastal resources and marine biodiversity to boost tourism and economic growth. The one-day seminar, themed “Development of National Blue Economy and Coastal
Nigeria’s Excess Crude Account (ECA) now stands at a meagre $473,754.57, according to the latest disclosure by Shamseldeen Ogunjimi, the Accountant-General of the Federation. Ogunjimi made this revelation during the 149th National Economic Council (NEC) meeting presided over by Vice President Kashim Shettima at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. This balance, unchanged for several months, marks
Nigeria is currently in advanced discussions with global financial institution JP Morgan to re-enter its Government Bond Index for Emerging Markets (GBI-EM), a move that is expected to bolster investor confidence and attract significant capital inflows into the country’s bond market. This announcement was made by the Director-General of the Debt Management Office (DMO), Patience
The Federal Government has approved tax waivers for 107 companies, including major players such as Dangote Group and Mikano International Limited, under its Pioneer Status Incentive (PSI) scheme. The move, aimed at spurring investment and driving economic growth, was confirmed in the latest report by the Nigerian Investment Promotion Commission (NIPC). According to the NIPC’s
The city of Abuja is set to host key stakeholders in Africa’s data protection and economic sectors as the Nigeria Data Protection Act–Regional Africa Data Protection Platform (NADPA-RAPDP) Conference and Annual General Meeting convenes from May 6 to 8, 2025. The high-profile event, scheduled to take place at the Transcorp Hilton Hotel, will feature a
In a renewed drive to bolster Nigeria’s economic fortunes, the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) Zone C, Port Harcourt, has called on traders, clearing agents, and bonded terminal operators to embrace strict compliance with customs regulations, positioning it as a bedrock for national economic advancement. This message was at the heart of a one-day sensitisation workshop
For many Nigerians, the experience of banking in 2025 has become a relentless ordeal, with each transaction feeling like another cut in a long series of financial wounds. The sector, once hailed for its resilience, is now grappling with a perfect storm of economic challenges that have left customers and institutions alike in a constant
