US unemployment rose to 4.6% in November, its highest level since 2021, as the economy lost 105,000 jobs in October. Read the full analysis of the cooling labour market and its global implications.
Swiss Re reports a 33% drop in global economic losses from natural disasters to $220 billion in 2025, despite a record $40 billion LA wildfire. Insured losses fall 24%.
Lagos State government reaffirms commitment to data-driven budgeting and economic planning to unlock emerging sectors for a resilient and prosperous economy. Learn about the key strategies.
Nigerian aviation experts warn new tax reforms from January 2026 could slash sector GDP by 20% and cut 30% of jobs. Learn the risks and calls for government intervention.
Kogi cashew stakeholders warn a proposed ban on raw nut exports could collapse farms, cause massive unemployment, and cripple the agro-export sector. They urge government investment instead.
The CPPE warns Nigeria's proposed excise duty increase on beverages may trigger job losses and worsen inflation. Experts urge broader public health strategies instead. Read more.
The OECD says the world economy has been 'surprisingly resilient,' raising its 2025 growth estimates for the US and eurozone. Discover the key drivers and potential risks, including AI valuation concerns.
Nigeria loses up to $10 billion annually from post-harvest losses, threatening food security and economic growth. Agritech CEO Segun Alabi calls for urgent action on storage and logistics.
Nigerian manufacturers oppose a Senate bill to raise sugary drink taxes to 20%, fearing massive job losses. Health Ministry backs the tax for public health funding. Read the full debate.
Nigeria loses an estimated $10 billion yearly due to post-harvest losses, threatening food security. Expert Segun Alabi calls for urgent action on storage, processing, and turning waste into wealth.
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi insists the $135 billion stimulus is fiscally responsible despite market concerns. Includes energy subsidies and tax cuts to combat inflation.
FOBTOB warns Nigeria's N2 trillion beverage sector faces collapse from the sachet alcohol ban, threatening 5.5 million jobs. Urges Senate to reconsider.
Lagos State government unveils comprehensive agricultural transformation program targeting food security, price reduction, and post-harvest loss minimization through strategic initiatives.
Comprehensive analysis of Nigeria's economic challenges including inflation, unemployment, and corruption with expert solutions for sustainable growth and development.
A new report reveals 34.7 million Nigerians across 27 states will face food insecurity between June and August 2026. Farmers incur massive losses despite government interventions, threatening future food production.
Nigerian manufacturers demand reversal of sachet alcohol ban, warning of massive job losses and economic damage. MAN argues ban contradicts existing policies.
Massive fire destroys Singa Market in Kano, gutting 44 shops and goods worth millions. Trader Alhaji Salisu Abdullahi loses N120 million. Read full details on the devastating incident.
Civil society group Stand Up Nigeria condemns NAFDAC's ban on sachet alcohol, warning of 500,000 job losses and ₦1.9 trillion economic damage. Read the full details.
Manufacturers Association warns NAFDAC's December 31 ban on sachet and PET bottle alcohol could eliminate 500,000 jobs and N1.9 trillion investments. MAN urges Senate reconsideration.
Nigerian stock market plunges 5.01%, wiping N4.64 trillion off investor wealth in massive selloff. Key stocks including MTN Nigeria, BUA Cement crash by 10%.
Nigeria and France have strengthened economic ties with massive investment deals across multiple sectors including agriculture, technology, and infrastructure during high-level ministerial talks.
Ogun State launches Nigeria For Women Project scale-up, investing ₦1.2 billion to empower women entrepreneurs across all 20 LGAs for sustainable economic growth.
Nuli announces strategic initiative to boost Africa's economic diversification and increase exports to United States, creating new opportunities for continental growth.
Budget Minister Atiku Bagudu announces strategic collaboration with Germany to accelerate Nigeria's ambitious journey toward a $1 trillion economy through targeted investments and economic reforms.
Former Nigerian Vice President Yemi Osinbajo delivers powerful critique of Africa's GDP obsession, urging governments to focus on real economic development instead of meaningless statistics.
Shocking Senate probe exposes how Nigeria lost over $300 billion in crude oil revenues from Niger Delta region due to massive theft and pipeline vandalism over 10 years, threatening national economy.
The Chartered Institute of Directors reveals how strategic leadership could unlock Nigeria's economic potential and drive sustainable development across sectors.
Nigerian equities continue downward trend as Trump's political resurgence creates global market jitters. NGX sheds N1.36 trillion in two-day losing streak.
As Nigeria faces critical economic challenges, experts argue that deep structural reforms and consistent policies matter more than political grandstanding for sustainable development.
Economic experts worldwide are calling for an international panel to address the growing inequality crisis threatening global stability and economic growth.