Banking recapitalisation like no other
By Emma Ujah, Abuja Bureau Chief WHEN the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr. Olayemi Cardoso, met Chairmen and Board members, as well as, Chief Executive Officers of Nigerian banks at the 58th annual Bankers’ Dinner and grand finale of the 60th anniversary of the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN) in […]
Our partnership is rooted in mutual respect and shared values
By Bola Tinubu and Emmanuel Macron In the present era, international relations are often framed as if there were only two possible outcomes for states: to dominate, or to be dominated; to vassalize, or to be vassalized. Nations are supposed to make a choice in favour of this or that hegemon, this or that bloc. The […]
Amid inherited indebtedness, Kaduna pays N72,000 minimum wage
By Paul Adams It was in the news last week that Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani, increased the minimum wage of workers in the state to Seventy Two Thousand Naira (N72, 000). He also provided 100 Compressed Natural Gas, CNG, buses to the state civil service staff to ameliorate their transportation hassles. I must say […]
Addressing Nigeria’s cost of living crisis: a strategic, sustainable approach
By Alim Abubakre The rising cost of living presents a formidable challenge for the people of Nigeria. However, this challenge is not unique to Nigeria. Globally, many countries are grappling with inflationary pressures due to a combination of geopolitics and the fiscal fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic. The conflict between Russia and Ukraine has disrupted food […]
Repositioning Nigeria’s Maritime, Blue Economy sector under Oyetola’s Leadership
By Jadesola Jacobs In May 2024, while speak ing at the sectoral first year ministerial briefing in Abuja, the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, stated that a comprehensive process for the finalisation and validation of the National Policy on Marine and Blue Economy is expected to be concluded by the end of […]
A New Dawn for Nigeria: Unleashing transformative leadership for a prosperous future
By Alim Abubakre AS Nigeria celebrates yet another independence anniversary, it stands at the precipice of profound transformation. Endowed with immense natural resources, a dynamic youth population, and an entrepreneurial spirit that is palpable across every sector, the nation possesses unparalleled potential. Yet, Nigeria’s story-though rich in achievements-is still overshadowed by a persistent set of […]
