Author: Godwin Anyebe

Benue approves ₦75,000 minimum wage, pledges arrears payment

Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia, has approved a new minimum wage of ₦75,000 for workers in the state. According to a statement issued recently by his Chief Press Secretary, Kula Tersoo, the governor made the announcement at the State Secretariat following a meeting with representatives of organised labour. The statement[Read More…]

FG Revenue Rises 76% to N12.5tn, Fueled by Tax and Oil Gains — Budget Office

The Federal Government’s earnings have increased by 76 percent, rising from N7.1 trillion in 2022 to N12.5 trillion in 2023, due to higher taxes and oil revenues. This information was revealed in the recently released 2025-2027 Medium Term Expenditure Framework and Fiscal Strategy Paper from the Ministry of Budget and[Read More…]

Increased tax revenue collection will reduce Nigeria’s debt burden – FIRS

The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), has said that an increase in tax collection will enhance Nigeria’s revenue and cut down the urge to borrow to fund the economy. According to the revenue agency, it would ultimately lead to a lower national debt burden. In a paper presentation titled: “Interaction[Read More…]

UBA to empower MSME’s with wealth management strategies at ‘Built to Last’ Series

As part of its commitment to deepen the growth and sustainability of micro, small and medium-scale enterprises (MSMEs) on the continent, Africa’s Global Bank, United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, is set to host the last edition of its quarterly business series for the year. This edition of the business[Read More…]

Nestle to Increase Advertising Spend and Reduce Costs by $2.8 Billion by 2027

Nestle, the global food industry leader, has announced plans to ramp up advertising and marketing efforts while cutting costs by $2.8 billion by 2027. Part of the strategy includes creating a separate global division for its water and premium drinks businesses. The company aims to increase its investment in advertising[Read More…]

Nestlé Nigeria Reveals Judges For 2024 Media Awards Celebrating Journalistic Excellence

Nestlé Nigeria has unveiled the panel of judges for the 2024 Nestlé Nigeria Media Awards, an event that recognises and celebrates journalistic excellence across Nigeria. Now in its fourth year, Nestlé Nigeria Media Awards recognizes and rewards media professionals who skillfully highlight critical issues around nutrition security, environmental sustainability and[Read More…]

FirstBank hosts inaugural China-Africa interbank forum

FirstBank has announced its hosting of the first-ever China-Africa Interbank Association Forum to strengthen economic ties and investments between China and Africa. In a statement made available to newsmenrecentlyin Lagos, the forum, themed ‘Joining Hands to Advance Modernisation and Strengthening China-Africa Trade, Industrialisation, and Economic Diversification,’ will take place later[Read More…]

Nigeria Customs sign MOU with NAFDAC on eradicating illicit products

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC). The agreement is aimed at strengthening collaboration in combating the influx of illicit pharmaceutical products and other harmful substances into Nigeria. The MOU was signed at[Read More…]

FCCPC uncovers substandard sugar in markets, warns consumers

The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC), has uncovered the availability of substandard and unregistered sugar products in markets. A statement issued by Mr Ondaje Ijagwu, the Director, Corporate Affairs of the Commission in Abuja on Wednesday, said the substandard sugar product failed to meet mandatory Vitamin A fortification[Read More…]