Akpan Ekpo: You Cannot Grow On Economy With Epileptic Power Supply
Prof Akpan Ekpo says Nigeria’s 2026 budget risks failure as weak implementation, oil dependence and poor power supply persist.
Prof Akpan Ekpo says Nigeria’s 2026 budget risks failure as weak implementation, oil dependence and poor power supply persist.
The African Refiners and Distributors Association says Africa’s crude oil consumption will rise from 1.8 million barrels daily in 2024 to 4.5 million by 2050.
Oando’s acquisition of NAOC earned Africa’s Oil and Gas Deal of the Year at the 2025 IJGlobal Awards.
Heirs Energies has secured a $750 million financing deal with Afreximbank to boost its energy efficiency and production capacity.
Oil and gas consultant Kunle praises President Tinubu for removing regulators and restoring accountability in sector.
The GTCO Food and Drink Festival has generated billions for the economy and expanded opportunities for 213 SMEs across Nigeria.
FCCPC has warned road transport operators against arbitrary fare hikes during yuletide travel, citing rising consumer complaints nationwide.
World bank funding targets MSMEs nationwide, expanding affordable credit access for women led firms and agribusinesses through DBN led FINCLUDE project.
CBN mandates system upgrades, authentication thresholds and transparency measures to improve foreign card transactions for tourists and diasporans nationwide.
Sixteen Nigerian banks meet capital thresholds ahead of March 2026 recapitalisation deadline, as others race to comply.
Baze University professor Abiodun Adeniyi says resignations are insufficient without full, transparent probe into oil sector regulators.
Federal government aims to transform Nigeria’s solid minerals sector into a N1 trillion economy, as COMEG inducts new mining professionals.
PEBEC Director-General Zahrah Audu say digitalisation, automation and streamlined processes explain why some states rank higher in ease of doing business.
BONI Global disputes Bank of Zambia’s refusal to recognise shareholding in Investrust Bank, sparking investor confidence concerns.
Backgrounds of Saidu Mohammed and Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan highlight decades of leadership shaping Nigeria’s gas, upstream and regulatory reforms.
Expert downplays regulatory shake-up, says strong systems ensure continuity despite leadership changes.
Kelvin Emmanuel says anti corruption agencies ignore cases, lack independence, and fail to prosecute officials in Nigeria’s oil sector.
Sanwo-Olu assures investors of security and transparency as Lagos seeks private capital for affordable housing delivery.
Transcorp Hotels appoints Dr Awele Elumelu as Board Chair from January 1, succeeding Emmanuel Nnorom.
UBA signs $100 million facility to enable 3,500 LagRide drivers transition from rentals to vehicle ownership in Lagos.
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