Saturday, June 20, 2026

GDP

June 18, 2026

German institute raises 2026 growth forecast after Iran ceasefire

ifo Institute predicted GDP would rise 0.8 per cent this year based on an “escalation scenario” in the conflict between Iran and the United States.

ifo Institute (credit: ifo)
May 10, 2026

ICRC, tourism ministry explore public-private partnerships for infrastructure projects

Projects under consideration include a seven-star hotel infrastructure and a modern concert and entertainment arena.

Infrastructure Concession Regulatory Commission (ICRC)
March 26, 2026

Pakistan bars fans from cricket league over energy crisis

Pakistan, a nation of more than 250 million people, relies heavily on imported fossil fuels.

Fans during a cricket game in Pakistan
March 25, 2026

Only 6% of Nigerians feel financially secure: Survey

Three in ten adults reported earning below N100,000 per month.

Civil servants (Photo credit: Business day)
March 25, 2026

Sustainable livestock systems key to economic growth, food security: Agric Minister

Agriculture minister says strengthening animal welfare standards and adopting sustainable livestock production systems will boost Nigeria’s food security and economic growth.

Idi Mukhtar Maiha
March 14, 2026
President Bola Tinubu and Muhammadu Buhari
February 26, 2026

Nigeria among three lowest-performing countries in global AI adoption: Report

The study scored Nigeria 7 percentage performance rate; same rate with Poland and Venezuela.

AI chart
February 25, 2026

Economic impact of forex trading on local African economies

Once considered the preserve of global institutions, forex trading now attracts everyday African traders who see opportunities in the currency market’s constant movement.

Currencies
January 2, 2026

CIoDN calls for smarter governance, tighter spending to boost 2026 growth

The Chartered Institute of Directors of Nigeria says the country needs to keep spending in check, boost local production, and improve governance to drive growth in 2026.

September 20, 2025

Completion of Abuja-Kaduna-Zaria-Kano road to cost N761 billion: Umahi

Mr Umahi said the project was tagged as “Rebuilding Abuja-Kaduna-Zaria-Kano Road by President Bola Tinubu.”

Abuja-Kaduna-Zaria-Kano road reconstruction project