Nigeria Urged to Process Gemstones Locally to Boost Jobs and Revenue
Stakeholders in Nigeria’s mining sector warn that exporting raw gemstones is costing the country thousands of jobs and significant revenue, urging a shift toward domestic processing.
Treasury and Eurozone Yields Decline Ahead of U.S. Inflation Data
Treasury and Eurozone yields saw a decline as global financial markets braced for upcoming U.S. inflation data.
U.S. Treasury Yields Rise After September Inflation Report Surpasses Estimates
U.S. Treasury yields climbed across the board following a September consumer price index report that exceeded consensus forecasts, fueling rate hike bets.
Atiku Abubakar Targets 2027 Presidency, Promises Economic Relief and Security
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has pledged to address the rising cost of living and security challenges in Nigeria, urging citizens to prepare for the 2027 elections by obtaining their PVCs.
Investors Call for Regulatory Clarity and Enhanced Security at Nigeria Mining Week
Industry leaders at the 11th Nigeria Mining Week have identified insecurity and regulatory uncertainty as primary obstacles to attracting investment into the nation’s solid mineral sector.
Nigeria Primed to Be Africa’s Industrial Powerhouse, Says Ex-UNIDO DG
Former UNIDO Director-General Dr Kandeh Yumkella states that Nigeria possesses the essential foundations to become Africa’s industrial powerhouse, but must overcome critical energy hurdles and translate potential into competitive exports.
Trust Deficit and Competing Narratives Highlight Nigeria’s Security and Economic Reality
A deep dive into recurring disputes between official government accounts and public experiences regarding security, abductions, and economic reforms in Nigeria.