Foreign trade payments in LC fall 146% to $434.05m
By Elizabeth Adegbesan Nigeria’s foreign trade payments through Letter of Credit (LC) fell by 146.5 percent year-on-year (YoY) to $434.05 million in the first nine months of 2024 (9M’24) from $1.07 billion in the corresponding period of 2023. The Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, disclosed this in its International Payments Data for the review period. An […]
Trust and economic recovery, by Dakuku Peterside
Nigeria’s economy is charting a path from the turbulent “Red Zone”, defined by acute instability and uncertainty, to the cautious “Amber Zone” of recovery, where faint signs of progress emerge amid persistent challenges. The ultimate goal is the “Green Zone”, a realm of stability and prosperity. However, this journey is fraught with obstacles that demand innovation, […]
FG to revamp Immigration’s FOBs, ensure greater border controls
The Federal Government has pledged greater vigilance along its 4,047 kilometres of border, saying it would soon rehabilitate the Forward Operating Bases FOBs of the Nigeria Immigration Service NIS with a view to ensuring effective border management.
NGO launches Global Peace Criteria for Leadership Assessment.
By Demola Akinyemi, Ilorin The Foundation for Peace Professionals (PeacePro) has launched Global Peace Criteria for Leadership Assessment. The Foundation is an independent organization dedicated to fostering peace, promoting ethical governance, and strengthening societal harmony worldwide. Through innovative programs, research, and advocacy, PeacePro empowers communities and leaders to build a more equitable and peaceful future. […]
Institute to deploy traditional approach to conflict management
The management of the newly established Institute of Alternative Dispute Resolution Development and Conflict Management of Nigeria, i-ADRNigeria, has said that it will explore traditional dispute resolution methods in the management of cases brought before it.
Future of Public Health: Sumayya Al-Mansur discusses path to equity and innovation in northern Nigeria
As the global public health landscape continues to evolve, Dr. Sumayya Al-Mansur, a distinguished medical doctor and public health advocate, is offering her unique insights into the future of public health, particularly in underserved communities like those in Northern Nigeria. In a recent interview, Dr. Al-Mansur shared her journey from clinical practice to public health, […]
