Economy

Pope Leo’s austerity criticism puts Milei under pressure during historic Argentina visit

Economy Emmanuel -
Pope Leo's austerity criticism has intensified scrutiny of Argentine President Javier Milei's economic policies, after the pontiff challenged the country's leadership to ensure that...

Tinubu fires back at Atiku over hunger, accuses former leaders of creating Nigeria’s economic problems

Economy Omolola Akinyemi -
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has launched a fresh attack on former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, questioning his record in government and accusing him of...

President Trump waives Russia sanctions before new Graham law takes effect

Economy Emmanuel -
US President Donald Trump has waived key Russia sanctions and tariffs days before they were due to take effect...

Nigeria’s 36 governors move to declare nutrition emergency, target hunger, malnutrition

Economy Omolola Akinyemi -
Nigeria governors plan a nutrition emergency declaration and new intervention fund, while the Federal Government targets childhood stunting nationwide. Nigeria’s...

Kaduna BRT project to deploy 120 CNG buses, create up to 20,000 jobs

Economy Omolola Akinyemi -
The Kaduna State Government is set to introduce a Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system that will operate with 120...

Oyo Govt moves to tax hospitality businesses, sets October 2026 enforcement date

Business Omolola Akinyemi -
The Oyo State Government has announced plans to bring hotels, lounges, nightclubs, eateries and other hospitality businesses operating across...

Trump threatens tariffs over Canada EU membership, calls proposal ‘laughable’

Economy Emmanuel -
President Donald Trump has threatened tariffs over Canada EU membership after the European Union proposed making Canada its first-ever...

Canadian boycott of US products pushes grocery stores to find new suppliers

Business Emmanuel -
The Canadian boycott of US products is reshaping supermarket shelves across the country, with growing numbers of shoppers choosing...
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