By Godwin Anyebe Nigeria’s economic narrative is often framed in terms of deficits—budget gaps, infrastructure shortfalls, policy inconsistencies and so on. Yet, beneath that familiar surface lies another story: one of resilience, grit and entrepreneurial dynamism. In this article, I explore how Nigeria’s economy is being powered not just by[Read More…]
Consumer Education
Sustaining the Source: Inside Nestlé Nigeria’s Strategy for a Resilient Agricultural Future
By Godwin Anyebe In an era defined by climate volatility and the urgent need for local economic empowerment, Nestlé Nigeria is pioneering a comprehensive and deeply integrated approach to agriculture that moves far beyond simple procurement. This is not merely a sourcing strategy; it is a long-term investment in rebuilding[Read More…]
Customs at PTML Command Surpasses 2024 Revenue, Seizes $200M in Fake Antibiotics
The Port and Terminal Multi-Services Limited (PTML) Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has reported a major surge in revenue, generating ₦116.2 billion in the third quarter of 2025. This marks a significant 34.3% increase from the ₦86.5 billion collected during the same period in 2024. Disclosing the figures[Read More…]
SON Destroys N}25 Million Worth of Expired Sugar, Substandard Goods in Kaduna
The Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON) has destroyed expired sugar and a variety of other substandard consumables valued at approximately \text{N}25 million. The action, taken in Kaduna, is part of SON’s vigorous, ongoing campaign to protect public health and enforce strict product quality compliance across the nation. The destruction exercise[Read More…]
From Community to Career: How Nestlé’s Scholarships are Building Nigeria’s Future Innovators
By Godwin Anyebe Nestlé, a name synonymous with quality nutrition, has long understood that the prosperity of its business is intrinsically linked to the well-being and development of the communities in which it operates. In Nigeria, this commitment transcends the realm of food and beverage production, extending into a deep,[Read More…]
Organisers Announce Date for 2nd Consumers Experience Summit
The organisers of the Consumers Experience Summit have officially announced that the second edition of the landmark event will take place on Wednesday, December 4, 2025. The prestigious event will be hosted at the Lagos State Chambers of Commerce (LCCI). Organised by Consumers Assembly, an online news platform dedicated to[Read More…]
Pioneering Green: Nestlé’s Blueprint for Corporate Environmental Stewardship in Nigeria
By Godwin Anyebe The challenge of environmental sustainability in Nigeria is multifaceted, characterized by pervasive plastic pollution, acute water stress in key regions, a national grid reliant on carbon-intensive energy, and pressure on agricultural lands. For multinational corporations operating in this complex landscape, environmental stewardship is no longer a corporate[Read More…]
Eko DisCo Advises Ibeju-Lekki Residents to Prioritize Safety Amid Rainy Season Risks
Eko Electricity Distribution Company (Eko DisCo) has urged residents of Ibeju-Lekki and surrounding communities to exercise heightened safety awareness during the rainy season, emphasizing critical precautions to prevent electrical accidents and ensure reliable power supply. The advisory came during Eko DisCo’s recently held customer engagement forum in the Ibeju district,[Read More…]
Beyond the Surface: Exposing the Health Risks of Unregulated Skin Bleaching in Nigeria
As a consumer advocate, I have long carried the heavy burden of witnessing the devastating effects of unregulated products on people’s lives. But few issues weigh on me as heavily as the practice of skin bleaching, particularly when it is inflicted upon innocent children. The pursuit of a certain aesthetic,[Read More…]
CIFIAN Calls for Policy Coherence on Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Taxation
The Chartered Institute of Financial and Investment Analysts, Nigeria (CIFIAN) has called on the Federal Government to urgently align its sugar-sweetened beverage (SSB) tax policy with broader public health objectives and Nigeria’s industrial development goals. The Institute warns that steep tax increases, if implemented without a coherent framework, could harm[Read More…]
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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…]