The Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC says it is collaborating with stakeholders for efficient usage of Forex allocation to avoid capital flight on Telecommunications Services. The Executive Vice Chairman of NCC, Professor Umar Danbatta stated this at the Stakeholders’ Forum on Framework of Service Request in Abuja. Professor Danbatta said that since telecommunication’s business was capital […]
‘Lower purchasing power, fund costs, credit risks challenge economy’
It is not yet over , according to the officials of the International Monetary Fund ( IMF ) , who came to Nigeria on economic assessment , as the touted non – oil sector and consumer purchasing power were rated low , while risks against banks ’ lending and interest payment on debts remain elevated […]
Dutch firm plans 400 hectares textile park in Nigeria
A Dutch firm, Vlisco yesterday expressed readiness to invest on 400 hectares of land for the establishment of a textile park in the country. The representative of Vlisco Mr. David Suddens stated this on the sidelines of President Muhammadu Buhari’s official Visit to The Hague, Netherlands where he met with Chief Executive Officers of Dutch […]
Entrepreneurship is national service by John James
Entrepreneurship is national service by John James Chief Executive Officer, Sunesis Farms, 27-year-old John James, in this interview with FEYISAYO POPOOLA says Nigeria is in desperate need of entrepreneurship What crops or products does Sunesis Farms focus on? At Sunesis Farms, we produce palm oil and rice paddy. When and how did you learn farming? […]
Challenges facing MSMEs in Nigeria
Challenges facing MSMEs in Nigeria It is the responsibility of government to provide employment and security for the people, among other things. However, since government cannot provide full employment for the people, what it does is to provide the enabling environment for non-state actors to bridge the gap. These non-state actors include small and medium […]
Program Management is an Area to Realize Value by Tuoyo Omatsuli
Program Management is an Area to Realize Value by Tuoyo Omatsuli Tuoyo Omatsuli said Sophisticated program management and program advisory services help deliver consistent, cost-eff ective results at scale by combining a rigorous, quantitative approach with deep expertise and qualifi ed professionals. More than just delivering on time and budget without sacrifi cing quality, it […]
DOLLAR LITTLE CHANGED DESPITE DATA DELUGE
The dollar turning in a mixed performance against its major rivals Thursday afternoon, but remains little changed overall. Traders were confronted by a high volume of economic reports this morning and are preparing for another data deluge tomorrow. Durable goods orders, personal income, new home sales and consumer sentiment are all slated for Friday morning. […]
Opinion: Here’s why U.S. stocks will likely be higher in December 2018
Market history favors stock investors every year There is precisely at 65.5% chance that U.S. stocks will be higher one year from today. Many investors will be happy with those odds, given that the stock market has been unexpectedly strong so far this year. But what they might not realize is that the odds of […]
California court dismisses $1bn cryptocurrency feud
It looks increasingly likely that if R3 and Ripple do end up in court, they will do so in New York R3 and Ripple could be heading for a legal showdown in New York after a California court ruled it did not have jurisdiction over a case in which the two blockchain groups are disputing ownership […]
House – FG spent N222.1bn on fuel subsidy without appropriation
House – FG spent N222.1bn on fuel subsidy without appropriation: The federal government (FG) spent N222.1bn on fuel subsidy between January and July 2015 without approval from the National Assembly despite the fact that the money was not contained in the 2015 Appropriation Act. This was revealed during the presentation of the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of […]
E-commerce to drive diversification
E-commerce to drive diversification Although e-commerce in Nigeria is still in its early stages when compared to other countries, the market is developing rapidly with estimated output growth of 25% annually. Sales by the three leading online stores averaged US$104m in 2014. A surge in internet penetration could lead to a significant increase in […]
Water and the Environment in Nigeria
Catalyzing action across multiple actors in international development will facilitate increased access to clean water and sanitation. Over 750 million people still lack access to clean water, and progress has slowed in recent years.6 Globalization, urbanization and climate change are compounding the pressures on supplying clean water and sanitation facilities. Yet the potential gains are […]
EXPERIENCE CALABAR IN 48 HOURS IN AN AFFORDABLE PRICE OF N45,000 POWERED BY REMLORDS TRAVELS
…is a fun filled 2 nights Calabar Tourism initiative powered by REMLORDS TRAVELS. For just N45,000 (Forty Five Thousand Naira) per person sharing. 48 Hours In Calabar Special Features the nightlife in Calabar and cap it off with an exquisite dinner. Experience history through the tour of the Old Residency Museum, feel your heart race […]
What you need to know about MadeInAba.com.ng
About MadeInAba.com.ng This is an online marketing website where goods made in Aba are displayed online and opportunity is given to people all over the world to view these items and select whichever one they want for retail or wholesale purchase. The site is a marketing site where once interested buyers select what they want, […]
LEG funded projects can have a mix of direct and indirect impacts on the poor
In some projects it is relatively straightforward to trace the potential impact of projects on the poor. In rural Rajasthan, for example, we visited a dairy farm project that DFID has funded through the Samridhi fund. Milk is India’s largest agricultural commodity by volume. Although the industry’s processing facilities are impressive, the collection system remains […]