NOA D-G urges production-based economy for rapid growth
The Director-General, National Orientation Agency (NOA) Dr Garba Abari says Nigeria needs to be a production-based economy to ensure rapid growth. Abari made the assertion […]
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NPHCDA lauds Enugu counterpart for contributions towards PHC growth
The National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA) has commended Dr George Ugwu, Executive Secretary of Enugu State Primary Health Care Development Agency (ENS-PHCDA) for […]
Effective service delivery, prerequisite for growth of govt.-owned establishments – NEMA D-G
By Ruth Oketunde Mr Mustapha Ahmed, Director-General, National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) says effective service delivery remains a prerequisite for the growth and survival of […]
Akeredolu says equity, fairness critical for unity, growth
By Segun Giwa Gov. Oluwarotimi Akeredolu of Ondo State, says equitable distributions and access to socio-economic opportunities will ensure growth and unity in the country. […]
NESG calls for critical reforms to accelerate economic growth in 2022
By Kadiri Abdulrahman The Nigeria Economic Summit Group (NESG) has suggested that Nigeria needs to achieve a paradigm shift in governance and policy design to […]
3.4% GDP growth shows gradual economic recovery – CPPE
By Rukayat Moisemhe Dr Muda Yusuf, Chief Executive Officer, Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise (CPPE), says the nation’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth […]
SMEDAN attributes employment growth in 2020 to FG intervention
The Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN) says increase in employment in the country in 2020 is due to various Federal Government […]
W/Bank projects Nigeria’s growth to strengthen by 2.5% in 2022
As the global economy enters a pronounced slowdown amid fresh threats from COVID-19 variants and others, Nigeria’s growth is projected to strengthen to 2.5 per […]
Debate tool for democractic growth – PSDN coordinator
Mr Dare Oritu, National Coordinator, President’s Inter-School Debate, Nigeria (PSDN), says debates sustain the ideals of dialogue among pupils and should be embraced. Oritu said […]
Participate in politics for nation’s growth, development, APC Chieftain urges Nigerians
An All Progressive Congress (APC) chieftain in Oyo State, Mr Abiodun Ladepo, has urged Nigerians to collectively participate in politics for the growth and development […]
Trust in governance, pre-requisite for economic growth – ICAN President
Mrs Comfort Eyitayo, President, Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN), says that trust in governance remains a prerequisite for economic growth and development of […]
Deploy social media following for social good, Osinbajo urges skit comedians
Vice President Yemi Osinbajo has urged skit comedians to use their huge followings on social media and the internet to promote issues for the social […]
Mining institute to hold maiden public lecture, investiture Nov.10 – Manager
The Nigerian Institute of Mining and Geosciences (NIMG) said it has concluded arrangements to hold the maiden edition of its annual public lecture, investiture and […]
World oil demand to increase by 5.8 mb/d in 2021 — OPEC
The Organisation of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) says world oil demand will increase by 5.8 million barrels per day in 2021. OPEC made this known […]
Senate receives revised 2022-2024 MTEF/FSP
The Senate, on Tuesday, received for consideration, the revised 2022-2024 Medium Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) and Fiscal Strategy Paper (FSP). President Muhammadu Buhari’s letter to […]
How to boost rice production in Nigeria – FUTA Don
A professor of Agricultural Engineering at the Federal University of Technology, Akure, FUTA has recommended the creation of specialized Rice Institute as a strategy to […]
Adamawa Govt commits to tourism development
The Adamawa Government says it is committed to the development of tourist sites in the state as part of efforts to create job opportunities and […]
Biopic of Gov. Yahaya Bello debuts December
A biopic of Gov. Yahaya Bello of Kogi, an in-depth analysis into the life of Bello, will be released in December. This is disclosed in […]
Forum frowns at absence of 4 southeast governors at group meeting
Concerned Igbo Stakeholders Forum, a pressure group, on Friday criticised the absence of four governors from the southeast at the Southern Governors’ Forum meeting held […]
NACCIMA seeks NEPZA’s assistance to stop big industries migration
The Nigerian Association of Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (NACCIMA) has sought the assistance of Nigeria Export Processing Zones Authority (NEPZA) to stop […]
Akeredolu admonishes Christians to intensify prayers for Nigeria
Gov. Oluwarotimi Akeredolu of Ondo State has admonished Christians to intensify prayers for the nation and serve as a tool for spiritual refinement, irrespective of […]
Group urges LASG to implement CPEL entertainment industry development template
The Concerned Practitioners of Entertainment in Lagos (CPEL), has called on Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State to implement its entertainment industry development template Mr […]
Digital media, enabler of digital economy development – DG NITDA
The Director General of National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Mallam Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi CCIE, has referred Digital Media as one of the key enablers […]
NLC begins review of labour laws in Nigeria
Dr Onoho’Omhen Ebhohinhen, Head, Research Department of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) says the congress is working on the review of labour laws in Nigeria. […]
Chinese president calls for more bilateral cooperation with Ecuador
Chinese President Xi Jinping said on Monday that China was ready to work with Ecuador to achieve more results in bilateral cooperation and create more […]