November 27
Nigeria: Nigerians Migrate to the UK and U.S. in Search of the Good Life - but This Isn't What They Find [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
Many Nigerians are already familiar with the idea of "japa", which means to flee from an unpleasant situation. Read more »
Liberia: Liberia's Offshore Potential Set to Fuel Africa's Deepwater Energy Sector
Liberian Observer
Liberia is emerging as a key player in Africa's growing deepwater energy sector, with significant exploration interest in the country's offshore resources. Read more »
Liberia: 'We Are Thankful to Bea Mountain for the Donation'
New Republic
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Nigeria: Most Nigeria's Consumption VAT Come From Low Income Earners - Presidential Committee
Premium Times
The committee said the government wants to reform its tax system to remove VAT from essential consumption, education, healthcare, transportation and accommodation to enable low… Read more »
Nigeria: Major Marketers Shun Importation, Source 148m Litres of Petrol From Dangote Refinery
Vanguard
THE major oil marketers have sourced 148,463,142 litres of Premium Motor Spirit, PMS, also known as petrol from the Dangote Petroleum Refinery following increased domestic… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Govt Spends N8.8 Billion to Repair Vandalised Power Towers - Official
Premium Times
The government explained that between 13 January 2024 till date, 128 transmission towers have been destroyed either by vandals or bandits across the country. Read more »
Nigeria: Child Labour in Agricultural Sector Remains Great Challenge - Govt
Vanguard
The Federal Government on Wednesday said that child labour, particularly in the agricultural sector, remained a significant challenge across West Africa. Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu's Tax Reform Bills Will Reduce Tax Burden On Many Nigerians - Presidency
Premium Times
The Tax Reforms Committee chairman, Taiwo Oyedele, said if the bills are passed and assented to by the president, 30 per cent of Nigerians who earn between N50,000 and N70,000… Read more »
Nigeria: Shettima Jets Out to Abidjan for Energy Resources Exhibition
Daily Trust
Vice President Kashim Shettima on Wednesday departed Abuja for Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire to attend the opening ceremony of the International Exhibition of Extractive and Energy… Read more »
Nigeria: Port Harcourt Refinery Operations to Tackle Fuel Scarcity - Reps
Vanguard
The Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Petroleum Resources (Midstream), Hon. Prince Henry Odianosen Okojie, has emphasized the significant impact of the Port… Read more »
Nigeria: No, Nigerian Politician Obi Did Not 'Pay Homage' to Trade Union Leader Akinsanya - Ignore Doctored Photo
Africa Check
No, Nigerian politician Obi did not 'pay homage' to trade union leader Akinsanya - ignore doctored photo Read more »
Nigeria: At Afrexim Investment Conference, Kenya, Gov Lawal Says Zamfara Open for Partnerships [press release]
Premium Times
The governor, who represented the Nigeria Governors Forum, was a panelist at the fourth Africa Sub-Sovereign Network (AfsNET) Conference, held on Monday at the Swiss Grand Royal… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria Customs Returns 21 Stolen Vehicles Worth N1.8bn to Canada
Vanguard
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) yesterday returned 21 luxury vehicles worth over N1.8 billion to Canada after they were stolen and smuggled into Nigeria by a criminal syndicate. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria, China's Trade Volume Highest in Africa, Says VP Shettima
Leadership
Vice President Kashim Shettima has expressed satisfaction with the continuous increase in the volume of trade between Nigeria and China, saying it is one of the highest in Africa. Read more »
Nigeria: Data Shows Lagos Gets 17% of VAT Contributions As Imo Takes 1,716%
Premium Times
Only four states--Lagos, Rivers, Oyo, and Bayelsa--received less than they contributed. Read more »
Nigeria: Energy Transition - NEITI Warns of Significant Impact On Nigeria's Oil Revenue
Vanguard
The Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative, NEITI, on Tuesday, cautioned that the global push for transition to cleaner energy would have major impact on Nigeria's… Read more »
Nigeria: Port Harcourt Refinery - Tinubu Is a Jinx Breaker, Says Mayor Akpodoro
Vanguard
The Mayor of Urhoboland and head of the Association of Urhobo Mayoral Family Crown (AUMFC), His Excellency Eshanekpe Israel, a.k.a. Akpodoro, has commended President Bola Ahmed… Read more »
Nigeria: Lack of Unity Nigeria's Greatest Problem - Jonathan
Daily Trust
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has said the greatest problem confronting Nigeria from a political perspective is its lack of unity, adding that genuine development will remain… Read more »
Nigeria: State Govts Controlled Over N23 Trillion Belonging to LGs in 16 Years
Premium Times
Development deficit at the grassroots has largely been linked to state governors denying local councils direct access to their statutory allocations from the Federation Account. Read more »
Nigeria: Women in Tech - Address the Digital Gender Gap in Nigeria [opinion]
Premium Times
Empowering women through digital literacy transcends mere social justice; it is a strategic investment in Nigeria's prosperity, promising long-term dividends in economic growth,… Read more »
Ghana: Fwsc Signs Landmark Negotiation Agreements With 44 Unions, Institutions
Ghanaian Times
The Fair Wages and Salaries Commission (FWSC) has successfully signed 44 negotiation agreements with unions and institutions this year, marking a significant milestone in Ghana's… Read more »
Ghana: CBG Records Gh¢1bn Revenue in Q3
Ghanaian Times
Consolidated Bank Ghana LTD (CBG) has achieved a significant milestone in its unaudited financial results for the third quarter of 2024, recording a historic GH¢1 billion in… Read more »
Ghana: Purc Instals 128 Kwp Solar Photovoltaic At Koforidua Office
Ghanaian Times
The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) on Monday inaugurated a 128 kilowatt power (kWp) solar photovoltaic installation at its Eastern Regional office in Koforidua in… Read more »
Liberia: Appleton Foundation Puts Smiles On the Faces of Plantain Sellers in Omega Market
FrontPageAfrica
The Chief Executive Officer of the Appleton Foundation Mr. Edward Wade Appleton Jr, at the dedication of a market structure for plantain sellers at Omega Market in Paynesville City… Read more »
Liberia: Minister Wilmot Paye Urges End to Foreign Exploitation in Liberia's Mining Sector
FrontPageAfrica
Mines and Energy Minister Wilmot Paye has issued a strong call for Liberian mining cooperatives to end partnerships with foreign entities engaged in illegal mining practices,… Read more »
