NGX Group advocates stronger capital market integration into monetary policy framework
By Peter Egwuatu Group Managing Director/CEO, Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX Group), Temi Popoola, has urged the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) to treat capital market development as a macroeconomic necessity, arguing that the effectiveness of monetary policy increasingly depends on the depth, liquidity, and coherence of Nigeria’s financial markets. Popoola made this […]
Fresh Ebola threat: Lagos tightens MMIA surveillance to block imported cases
The Lagos State Government has intensified surveillance and emergency preparedness measures at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, MMIA, even as it moved to prevent the importation of Ebola Virus Disease, EVD, into Nigeria following renewed outbreaks in parts of East and Central Africa.
I defeated Okowa in 97 Wards, Nwoko tells APC
Senator Ned Nwoko has urged the national leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to protect what he described as the mandate freely given to him by party members in the Delta North Senatorial District, insisting that he defeated former Delta State governor, Ifeanyi Okowa, in 97 of the 98 wards during the party’s senatorial primary election.
Tanzania unveils $985m works budget to boost roads, trade corridors
By Favour Ulebor Tanzania has unveiled a nearly $985 million budget for its Ministry of Works for the 2026/2027 financial year, with a strong focus on roads, bridges, airports, ferries and regional trade corridors aimed at accelerating economic growth and improving connectivity. Presenting the budget to Parliament, the Minister for Works, Hon. Abdallah Hamis Ulega, […]
Tanzania targets faster justice delivery, legal reforms in 2026 budget
By Favour Ulebor The Tanzanian government has unveiled an ambitious legal sector reform agenda for the 2026/2027 financial year, aimed at improving access to justice, strengthening investor confidence, expanding legal aid services, and accelerating the digital transformation of legal institutions. Presenting the Ministry of Constitutional and Legal Affairs’ Plan and Budget Estimates to Parliament in […]
‘Resign if you can’t secure Nigerians,’ Ajadi tells Tinubu over rising insecurity
Ambassador Olufemi Ajadi Oguntoyinbo has criticised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over the worsening security situation in the country, urging the Federal Government to take full responsibility for protecting lives and property.
