The manufacturing sector in Nigeria, a cornerstone of its economic development, has been grappling with a series of challenges that have hindered its growth. Despite the country's overall economic growth, the manufacturing sector's contribution to the Gross Domestic Product...
UK manufacturing output experienced a decline in the three months leading up to August, according to the CBI's Industrial Trends Survey. While manufacturers anticipate a modest increase in output in the coming months, expectations have softened compared to...
Nigeria has urged for a strengthened partnership with the United Nations to address the pressing challenges of sustainable agricultural development and food security. During a recent visit by the United Nations Deputy Secretary-General, Dr. Amina Mohammed, the Minister of...
The Mastercard Foundation has announced its participation in the 79th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), with a focus on secondary education and women's empowerment in Africa. The foundation will host two events under the themes "Powering Parity—Inclusive...
The ongoing recapitalization of the Nigerian banking sector is expected to have significant implications for the industry, particularly in terms of consolidation and lending practices. Analysts have warned that the Central Bank of Nigeria's (CBN) directive for banks to...
The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has clarified that Nigeria's delisting from Category One status by the United States Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is primarily due to the lack of Nigerian airlines operating direct flights to the United States...
May & Baker Nigeria Plc, a leading drug manufacturer, has been at the forefront of efforts to address the challenges facing the pharmaceutical industry in Nigeria. Despite the significant hurdles, the company has demonstrated a commitment to reducing drug...
Azubuike Ukwuoma, a veteran logistics expert, has proposed a transformative approach to revitalize the oil and gas sector. His innovative methodology, dubbed "The LOGIC Paradigm," aims to redefine operational efficiency and set new industry benchmarks. Ukwuoma's extensive experience in logistics...
The Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprises (CPPE) has raised concerns about the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) shifting its focus from promoting competition and protecting consumer rights to engaging in price control. Dr. Muda Yusuf, Director...
Prof. Charles Adams, a former President of the Ghana Institution of Engineering, has underscored the crucial role of innovative leadership in driving the development of African engineering institutions. Speaking at the 6th Engineer Banagana Mohammed Distinguished Annual Public Lecture,...