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Nigeria’s banks brace for recapitalization in ambitious economic overhaul

Nigeria’s banks brace for recapitalization in ambitious economic overhaul

Banks race to meet new capital rules as Nigeria eyes $1 trillion economy

Samuel Okocha
Samuel Okocha
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How Nigeria’s economic reforms are shaping daily life in 2025: Key insights and impacts

How Nigeria’s economic reforms are shaping daily life in 2025: Key insights and impacts

From fuel subsidy removal, FX liberalization, explore how policy shifts are reshaping household budgets, business strategies, and economic prospects.

Samuel Okocha
Samuel Okocha
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Nigeria’s economy faces mixed prospects in 2024, NESG says

Nigeria’s economy faces mixed prospects in 2024, NESG says

The think-tank outlines a roadmap for reform, but warns of risks and challenges

Samuel Okocha
Samuel Okocha
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Nigeria's economic prospects brighten, says Moody’s

Nigeria's economic prospects brighten, says Moody’s

The rating agency has raised its outlook on the country to positive from stable, hinting at a possible upgrade.

Samuel Okocha
Samuel Okocha
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How Nigeria's broadcast media industry can benefit from new BON leaders

How Nigeria's broadcast media industry can benefit from new BON leaders

The new leaders face a number of challenges and opportunities in the Nigerian broadcast media sector, which plays a vital role in the country's economy and society.

Samuel Okocha
Samuel Okocha
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Nigeria’s Central Bank to Enhance Monetary Policy with Inflation Targeting

Nigeria’s Central Bank to Enhance Monetary Policy with Inflation Targeting

The Central Bank of Nigeria’s decision to switch to inflation targeting is expected to help the country’s economy to stabilize and grow

Samuel Okocha
Samuel Okocha
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President Tinubu’s Visit to Germany: A Story for Nigeria’s Investment Drive

President Tinubu’s Visit to Germany: A Story for Nigeria’s Investment Drive

Mr Tinubu seized the opportunity to pitch Nigeria as an attractive destination for foreign capital.

Samuel Okocha
Samuel Okocha
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Nigeria's North West Governors Seek AfDB's Backing for Farming Boom

Nigeria's North West Governors Seek AfDB's Backing for Farming Boom

They discussed how to partner with the bank to implement the Special Agro-industrial Processing Zones initiative, which aims to attract private investors to set up processing plants near sources of raw materials

Samuel Okocha
Samuel Okocha
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Nigeria’s Central Bank Faces Rate Dilemma as Inflation Soars

Nigeria’s Central Bank Faces Rate Dilemma as Inflation Soars

Nigeria’s new central-bank boss must choose between taming inflation and boosting growth

Samuel Okocha
Samuel Okocha
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Nigeria Central Bank to Cut Fiscal Role, Focus on Advice

Nigeria Central Bank to Cut Fiscal Role, Focus on Advice

The central bank under Godwin Emefiele, the former governor, had been heavily involved in direct fiscal interventions, such as disbursing loans to various sectors.

Samuel Okocha
Samuel Okocha
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Nigeria's top banker invests in new university to boost skills

Nigeria's top banker invests in new university to boost skills

The project will require an investment of up to $500 million to scale up in five years

Samuel Okocha
Samuel Okocha
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Nigeria’s President Tinubu Seeks to Boost Economic Ties with Saudi Arabia

Nigeria’s President Tinubu Seeks to Boost Economic Ties with Saudi Arabia

The president is relying on bold reforms to attract investments, as foreign direct investment (FDI) into the country has significantly declined over the years.

Samuel Okocha
Samuel Okocha