Customs, agents disagree over National Single Window operations
By Godwin Oritse & Efe Onodjae There are indications of festering disagreements over the implementation of the National Single Window (NSW), a centralized digital portal launched by the Federal Government in March this year to address delays in import-export processing at the ports. It allows importers and exporters to submit trade documents once, replacing duplicate paperwork […]
JETRO, LCCI sign MoU to foster trade relation
Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO), a Japanese government-relted body that promotes trade and investment between Japan and other nations, and Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) have concluded their Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on further partnership to promote trade and investment between the two countries.
EFInA advocates policies to drive financial inclusion in Nigeria
In a bid to reduce poverty and achieve inclusive economic growth in Nigeria, Enhancing Financial Innovation & Access (EFInA), a financial sector development organization hosted a workshop with stakeholders on the theme: “The Role of Government in Driving Financial Inclusion in Nigeria”.
Economic diversification: All state capitals to enjoy railway services – Rotimi Amaechi
Minister of Transport, Rotimi Amaechi spoke with journalists in Lagos where he inspected ongoing railway projects. Excerpts:
Alaghodaro Summit: Buhari, Obaseki, Dangote discuss new investment prospects in Edo
President Muhammadu Buhari has said that the Federal Government would pursue more business reforms to accelerate progress recorded in its recent Ease of Doing Business ranking, to properly position Nigeria in her march to become a post-oil economy.
Agribusiness: Edo investors count gains, brainstorm on solutions to challenges
To attract more investments in agribusiness, governments must open up the space for smallholder farmers, ensure sufficient fund is provided for research and intensify efforts to remove investment bottlenecks.
