Why agriculture must wear a new face — Xtralarge boss
By Cynthia Alo The Group Managing Director of Xtralarge Farms and Resorts, has called for a radical transformation of Nigeria’s agricultural sector, urging stakeholders to “re-adorn” farming and reposition it as a profitable, modern enterprise capable of driving food security and economic growth. Speaking at the 2026 Vanguard Economic Discourse in Lagos, the agribusiness leader […]
Bart Nnaji: Energising Nigeria’s economy
Professor Bart Nnaji is the founder and Chairman of Geometric Power Limited (the pioneer private power company in Nigeria).
VANGUARD ECONOMIC DISCOURSE: Positive signs of recovery may be eroded if… —Prof Ngwu
By Emeka Anaeto, Business Editor The little achievements and signs of economic recovery seen around recent economic reforms may be eroded by an increasing belief that the government is more interested in politics than in pursuing inclusive economic growth and development. Speaking to Vanguard at the backdrop of the up-coming Vanguard National Economic Discourse, Professor […]
Diri’s impactful strides in Bayelsa
Since the inauguration of Senator Douye Diri as the governor of Bayelsa State on unique Valentine’s Day, February 14, 2020, the ever-smiling occupant of the Creek Haven
Adewale Adeniyi: Repositioning Nigeria Customs Service for efficiency
The appointment of Mr. Adewale Adeniyi as the 31st Comptroller General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has ushered in transformative reforms, positioning the agency …
OYIN JOLAYEMI: From mat-making to big industry
As a young boy, Oyin was driven to succeed, engaging in various entrepreneurial ventures, including mat making, basket making, and sieve production
