December 10
Ghana: President-Elect Mahama Urged to Manage Expectations Amid Economic Challenges
VOA
Ghana's Electoral Commission declared former president and opposition leader John Mahama the president-elect Monday following Saturday's general elections. His return to power… Read more »
Zimbabwe: In Nigeria and Zimbabwe, PHCs Leverage Renewable Energy to Improve Maternal Healthcare [blog]
Nigeria Health Watch
During Dr Laura Stachel's postgraduate research on maternal mortality at Gambo Sawaba General Hospital (GSGH) in Kofan Gayan, Kaduna State, in 2008, she noticed a connection… Read more »
Togo: $200 Million to Accelerate Reforms for Sustainable, Inclusive, and Resilient Development [press release]
World Bank
The World Bank today approved $200 million financing from the International Development Association (IDA) to support ambitious policy reforms to promote more productive and… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Debt Sales Attract Strong Demand Following Eurobond Success
Vanguard
Investors are flocking to short-term Nigerian government debt, attracted by high yields and renewed confidence in the naira following Nigeria's successful issuance of a $2.2… Read more »
Nigeria: 2025 Budget - Otti Proposes 82% of Abia's N750 Billion for Capital Projects
Premium Times
The governor said his administration has earmarked N13 billion to establish one agro-industrial processing zone in Bende, Ukwa and Umunneochi local government areas. Read more »
Nigeria: Aba Power Electric Seeks Upward Review of Tariff
Premium Times
According to the company, the current tariff is no longer sustainable and is affecting its ability to provide efficient and reliable electricity supply to its customers. Read more »
Nigeria: Downstream - Oil Producers, Nmdpra Disagree Over Petroleum Levy Collection
Vanguard
The oil producers and the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority, NMDPRA, have disagreed over the collection of the 0.5 per cent wholesale price levy. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria Requires Sustained Investment to Meet TB Targets - Remi Tinubu
Premium Times
TB remains a leading cause of death in Nigeria, with the country ranking 6th globally and first in Africa. Read more »
Nigeria: Circular Authorising Fx Sale to BDCS Fake - CBN
Premium Times
This information is misleading and not affiliated with the Central Bank of Nigeria." Read more »
Nigeria: Senate Passes Bill to Establish University of Mining
Premium Times
The bill's provisions repeal the Nigerian Institute of Mining and Geo-Science Act, 2018. Read more »
Nigeria: Promise Delivered, Tinubu Says At Commissioning of Technology Innovation Complex
Premium Times
President Tinubu noted that the complex and its services would enhance Nigeria's security architecture. Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu Backs AI-Driven Security, Hails DSS Chief for Landmark Reforms
Vanguard
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has pledged his administration's commitment to advancing Nigeria's internal security through Artificial Intelligence (AI) and enhanced inter-agency… Read more »
Nigeria: How Nigeria Can Achieve Socio-Economic Stability - Ford Foundation Director
Premium Times
"The rule of law is the foundation upon which socio-economic development is built," the Ford director said. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Airlines That Delay Ticket Refunds Will Be Sanctioned - NCAA
Premium Times
"Cash purchases must be refunded immediately and by cash." Read more »
Nigeria: Katsina Tertiary Institutions Declare 14-Day Warning Strike Over Salary Disparities
Leadership
The Joint Consultative Forum (JCF) of Katsina State-owned tertiary institutions has declared a 14-day warning strike, beginning from December 9 to demand for the implementation of… Read more »
Nigeria: Southern Reps Welcome Tax Reform Bills, Say They're Good for Nigeria
Leadership
Members of the House of Representatives from the 17 southern states said they have welcomed the tax reform bills presented before the National Assembly by President Bola Tinubu,… Read more »
Nigeria: New Immigration Tech Centre to Link Govt Agencies - Tinubu
Daily Trust
The newly commissioned Bola Ahmed Tinubu Technology Innovation Complex (BATTIC) at the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) headquarters will link all relevant government agencies. Read more »
Liberia: Western Cluster, Ministry of Public Works Break Ground for Klay-Snowe's Farm Junction Road Repairs
New Republic
Western Cluster Liberia Limited, in collaboration with the Ministry of Public Works, has commenced repairs on the road corridor between Klay Town and Snowe's Farm Junction. Read more »
Ghana: Banking Stocks Poised to Lead Ghana Stock Market Rally in 2025
Daba Finance
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Nigeria: 2025 Budget - Senate Threatens Zero Allocation to Mdas Over Non-Appearance
Vanguard
Demands transparency in federal revenue, expenditure reporting Read more »
Nigeria: Tech Entrepreneurs Set to Launch Platform to Connect African Artisans to Global Buyers
Vanguard
In a bid to transform cross-border trade, boost economic empowerment across the continent, and tap into the growing global demand for authentic African products, two tech… Read more »
Nigeria: Declines Marginally to N1,533.97/$ On Officially, Now N1,630/$ On Parallel Market
This Day
The naira experienced a marginal decline after its recent rally, posting marginal depreciation at both the official and parallel markets. Read more »
Nigeria: Migration - Shettima Hails Nigeria's Contributions to Global Economy
This Day
Vice President Kashim Shettima has hailed the invaluable contributions of Nigerian immigrants to the global economy, saying Nigeria accounts for the highest of all diaspora… Read more »
Nigeria: Union Bank Kicks Off Save and Win Palli Promo, N131m Up for Grabs
This Day
Union Bank of Nigeria has announced the launch of the fourth edition of its Save and Win Palli Promo, which will run from December 2024 to May 2025. Read more »
Nigeria: Assetium Capital Unveils Kiddies' Commodity for Young Investors
Daily Trust
Assetium Capital Management Limited (ACML), a leading licensed commodities broker-dealer, has introduced the Assetium Kiddies Commodity Portfolio, an innovative investment product… Read more »
