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Hydrogen economy

Nigeria Targets $200 Billion Hydrogen Economy to Drive Energy Transition

Nigeria unveils plans to join the $200 billion hydrogen economy, focusing on green hydrogen production ...
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Technology Impact Award: NTIH’s Premier Recognition of Technological Impact and Visionary Leadership

Among the highest distinctions presented at the National Technology Innovation Honors (NTIH), the Technology Impact ...

CBN Mandates $100,000 Minimum Trade for Banks on Forex Platform

CBN Mandates $100,000 Minimum Trade for Banks on Forex Platform

The CBN sets a $100,000 minimum trade requirement for banks on the forex platform, aiming ...
NNPC

Port Harcourt Refinery: NNPCL Highlights Achievements Amid Questions

NNPCL announces 70% operational capacity at the Port Harcourt Refinery, emphasizing achievements while addressing questions ...
Debt crisis

ECA Warns of Worsening Debt Crisis Across Africa

The ECA warns of worsening debt distress across Africa, with 40% of countries affected, and ...
UNDP

Researchers, Experts Propose Strategies for Africa’s Development Challenges

At the African Economic Conference 2024, experts proposed strategies for addressing Africa’s development challenges, emphasizing ...
Nigeria GDP

Nigeria’s GDP Grows by 3.46% in Q3 2024, Driven by Non-Oil Sectors

Nigeria’s GDP grew by 3.46% in Q3 2024, driven by the services sector, while the ...
Petrol Price

Dangote Refinery Reduces Petrol Price to ₦970 per Liter

Dangote Refinery cuts petrol price to ₦970 per liter for marketers, offering relief to Nigerians ...
Entrepreneurs Breaking Boundaries

Building Futures: Top 10 Entrepreneurs Breaking Boundaries

Entrepreneurship in Africa is about scale, systems, and strategy. Across industries, a new wave of ...

Bank of Africa

AfDB Grants €15 Million Guarantee to Bank of Africa Benin to Boost Local Businesses

The African Development Bank grants a €15 million guarantee to Bank of Africa Benin, supporting ...

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