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Finance Ministry, contractors clash again over outstanding debt

Nigeria's Finance Ministry says it processed N700bn to 1,240 local contractors, but protesting members of AICAN insist most of them have received no payment.

Xenophobia: Nigeria weighs sanctions against South Africa

Nigeria says it is weighing sanctions against South Africa over renewed xenophobic attacks on Nigerians, warning that a review of bilateral privileges is not off the table.

Africa’s Foreign Investment Boom: Key Drivers of Global Capital Flow

Africa attracts $53 billion in FDI, fueled by its natural resources, youthful market, green energy projects, and growing digital economy despite global challenges.

Nigeria’s E-commerce Boom: Opportunities and Risks

Nigeria's e-commerce boom drives economic growth, creates jobs, fosters innovation, but faces infrastructure, security, and regulatory challenges.

Prof. Gambari: Africa Must Harness Youth to Leapfrog Development

African youth should be leveraged for development in digital economy and other inclusive strategies, Prof. Gambari urges.

Nigeria Bolsters $1 Trillion Transactions with AI Defense

Nigeria enhances the security of its $1 trillion annual transactions with a new AI-based defense system, aiming to combat cybercrime and protect its digital economy.

Youth Minister Calls for Engagement, Admits #EndSARS Issues Remain

ABUJA, Nigeria - Nigeria's Minister of State for Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, has urged...

Nigeria Aims to Boost Startup Ecosystem with $5 Billion Target

Nigeria, Africa’s largest economy, has set an ambitious goal to help its startups raise...

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Finance Ministry, contractors clash again over outstanding debt

Nigeria's Finance Ministry says it processed N700bn to 1,240 local contractors, but protesting members of AICAN insist most of them have received no payment.

Xenophobia: Nigeria weighs sanctions against South Africa

Nigeria says it is weighing sanctions against South Africa over renewed xenophobic attacks on Nigerians, warning that a review of bilateral privileges is not off the table.

Agriculture records 3.15 percent GDP growth to N11.87trillion in first quarter

Nigeria's agricultural sector grew 3.15 percent year-on-year to N11.87trn in the first quarter of 2026, with crop production leading the gains at N8.9trn, the NBS says.

Nigeria among world’s most expensive countries for airline operations, says IATA

IATA has named Nigeria one of the world's most expensive countries for airline operations, blaming high taxes and charges that keep local carriers from competing.