FG hails IMF assessment of Nigeria’s economy

Barbara Bako, Abuja. The Federal Government has welcomed the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) latest assessment of Nigeria’s economy, describing it as an endorsement of ongoing reforms aimed at stabilising the…

Tax Ombud moves against multiple taxation

Barbara Bako, Abuja. The Office of the Tax Ombud (OTO) has intensified efforts to address multiple taxation in Nigeria, saying it is working with relevant authorities to improve tax administration…

WATAF backs regional digital tax cooperation

Barbara Bako, Abuja. The West African Tax Administration Forum (WATAF) has said countries across the region are making significant progress in adopting digital technologies to strengthen tax administration and improve…

FG approves payments for over 1,240 contractors

Barbara Bako, Abuja. The Federal Government has approved the settlement of verified claims owed to more than 1,240 local contractors, a move expected to inject fresh liquidity into businesses and…

Commonwealth chief urges stronger trade ties among members states

Barbara Bako, Abuja. Commonwealth Secretary-General Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey has called for deeper trade, investment and economic cooperation among Commonwealth countries, saying stronger partnerships are needed to drive growth, job creation…

Insurers push innovation to expand coverage in Africa

Barbara Bako, Abuja. Insurance regulators and industry stakeholders have identified regulatory innovation and digital technology as critical tools for increasing insurance penetration and expanding financial protection across Africa. The position…

Former UNILORIN VC, Prof. Ambali dies at 68

The University of Ilorin community has been thrown into mourning following the death of its former Vice-Chancellor, Professor AbdulGaniyu Ambali, who died at the age of 68. The renowned veterinary…

Kebbi farmers trapped as Bandits demand ₦40m access fee to farmlands

Residents of several farming communities in Bena District, Danko/Wasagu Local Government Area of Kebbi State, are reportedly living in fear after armed groups allegedly imposed a ₦40 million levy on…

Oyedele joins African leaders, investors at LSE event

Barbara Bako, Abuja. Nigeria’s Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Taiwo Oyedele, joined African leaders, global investors, and top financial executives at the London Stock Exchange (LSE)…

DataPro: Credit ratings, Liquidity drive growth in Nigeria’s commercial paper market

Credit ratings, strong market liquidity and rising investor confidence are driving the expansion of Nigeria’s Commercial Paper market, according to a new assessment by DataPro, which says the segment is…