Tag: Economy
Nigeria’s economy to grow by 1.8 percent in 2021 — World...
The World Bank has predicted a 5.6% expansion of the global economy in 2021 while also expressing hope in a 1.8% percent growth for...
Naira dips across forex markets amidst crypto devaluation crisis
The exchange rate between the naira and the US dollar closed at N412/$1 at the Importers and Exporters window, where forex is traded officially.
On...
Nigeria’s inflation rate dropped mildly in April
Nigeria’s inflation in April 2021 showed a slight drop even as industry observ erw expected the contrary.
According to reports, the 18.17 percent year-on-year recorded...
‘2.9 million farmers funded by the Anchor Borrowers’ Programme’ – CBN...
The Anchor Borrowers' Programme has announced a major landmark as it revealed it has funded 2.9 million farmers so far.
The Governor of the Central...
Nigerian Police: Senate approves N11.35bn Trust Fund
The sum of N11,352,457,101.70 was approved by the senate as budgetary provision for the Nigeria Police Trust Fund (NPTF) in respect of the 2020...
Bitcoin recovers from $13,000 loss with sharp return
The Bitcoin may have had a sharp fall but the crypto made a swift recovery on Wednesday.
This was after U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen...
FCT gets N5.9bn approval for projects
The sum of N5.9 billion has been approved by the Federal Executive Council (FEC) on Wednesday for the Federal Capital Territory to fund three...
EFCC Boss demands repatriation of all Nigeria’s stolen assets
All stolen assets belonging to Nigeria has to be repatriated towards enhancing the welfare of citizens.
The newly cleared Chairman of the Economic and Financial...
‘Plans underway to deploy technology in agriculture extension services delivery’ –...
As a measure towards boosting agricultural productivity in the country, the government has disclosed that there are plans towards adoption of technology in the...
Naira goes weaker against the dollar at N410 exchange rate
The exchange rate between the Naira and the US Dollar on Friday closed at N410/$1 at the NAFEX window, where forex is traded officially.
Naira...
Sustainable Agriculture as a Pillar of Climate Adaptation in Africa –...
Evelyn Dan Epelle, San Jose, California
ADIS24 - Africa stands at the forefront of climate change impacts, despite its low contribution to greenhouse gas emissions....
