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Mainstack CEO calls for smarter startup funding in Nigeria
The Chief Executive Officer of Mainstack, Ayobami Oyaleke, has urged investors and startup founders in Nigeria to prioritise revenue generation, customer retention and business…
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Economist supports FG’s borrowing plan
An economist has backed the Federal Government’s proposed borrowing programme, saying loans can help drive economic growth when properly invested in productive sectors. The…
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Ecobank’s China Deal Could Lower Africa’s Trade Costs
Ecobank Group has signed an agreement with China’s Cross-Border Interbank Payment System (CIPS) to strengthen financial connections between Africa and China, creating new opportunities…
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Nigeria Woos Investors with $78.5bn Investment Pipeline
The Federal Government has unveiled 65 investment projects valued at $78.5 billion as Nigeria intensifies efforts to attract foreign capital and strengthen economic growth.…
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Ghana Moves to End Raw Mineral Exports by 2030
Ghana has announced plans to end the export of unprocessed minerals by 2030, as the country seeks to increase local processing, strengthen manufacturing and…
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Oyedele Explains $21.7bn Loan, Says States Get $4.8bn
The Minister of State for Finance, Taiwo Oyedele, has outlined the expected benefits of Nigeria’s proposed $21.7 billion external loan, stating that $4.8 billion…
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NCGC Unlocks ₦64bn in Business Loans
The National Credit Guarantee Company (NCGC) says it has facilitated ₦64.13 billion in loans to businesses and individuals, helping more Nigerians access credit despite…
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Tinubu Defends Foreign Loans, Targets $1 Trillion Economy
President Bola Tinubu has defended his administration’s reliance on foreign loans, saying borrowing is necessary to finance infrastructure and drive Nigeria’s ambition of building…
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FG Inaugurates NIPC Board to Boost Investment
The Federal Government has inaugurated the reconstituted governing council of the Nigerian Investment Promotion Commission (NIPC), tasking members with attracting investments, improving the business…
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Chinese Refiners Turn to African Oil as Shipping Costs Fall
Chinese oil refiners are increasing purchases of African and Brazilian crude as falling shipping costs make supplies from these regions more attractive. The shift…
