Dr. Biodun Adedipe, a development-focused economist, has expressed that he is unfazed by the external debt servicing figures for 2024, emphasizing instead the importance of effectively utilizing external borrowings to execute projects.
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A U.S. federal judge has ruled that Google illegally monopolized key parts of the online advertising technology ecosystem, dealing a significant legal setback to the tech giant. The decision was delivered on Thursday by U.S. District Judge Leonie Brinkema in Alexandria, Virginia, following an antitrust case brought by the U.S. Department of Justice and a…
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has issued a strong reminder to banks, payment service banks, and fintech companies on the need to reinforce their sanctions compliance frameworks or risk regulatory sanctions.
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), on Thursday, has disclosed it will collaborate with law enforcement agencies to take appropriate enforcement action against fraudulent cryptocurrency investment scheme known as “CBEX”, its affiliates and promoters.
Africa’s hospitality sector is experiencing a record-breaking year in 2025, as international hotel brands ramp up their investments across the continent. According to the W Hospitality Group’s 2025 Hotel Chain Development Pipelines in Africa report, the total pipeline of branded hotels and resorts stands at 577 properties with 104,444 rooms, marking a 13.3% increase from…
Private capital fundraising in Africa more than doubled in 2024 to $4.0 billion, marking the third-highest final close value on the continent in the past decade. The growth signals renewed investor confidence and a shift towards local capital mobilisation, despite global macroeconomic headwinds.
The UK Home Office has revised the list of Secure English Language Tests (SELT) accepted for visa and citizenship applications. The SELT is a mandatory requirement for various visa categories and UK citizenship applications.
Several Senior Advocates of Nigeria have recommended the best ways federal government agencies, such as the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) and other relevant authorities, can resolve tax-related disputes with multinational entities operating in Nigeria.
There are fears that the naira may go through another round of devaluation as the global crude oil prices, which have remained low due to the tariff war initiated by the US President, Donald Trump, put pressure on Nigeria’s 2025 budget.
The Minister of Power, Mr. Adebayo Adelabu, has disclosed that the power sector generated an additional N700 billion in revenue in 2024. This, he said, represents a 70% year-on-year increase compared to the collections recorded in 2023.