WORLD BUSINESS & ECONOMY

U.S. identifies corruption as Key obstacle to investment in Nigeria

Onome Amuge The United States has voiced concerns regarding corruption and a lack of transparency in Nigeria's tender processes, casting…

U.S. tariff pressure nudges Africa towards Asia, intra-regional trade

Onome Amuge Newly imposed tariffs by the U.S are inflicting disproportionate harm on African economies that have diligently integrated into…

Dangote joins World Bank investment lab to drive emerging market growth

Onome Amuge Aliko Dangote, president and chief executive of the Dangote Group, has been appointed to the World Bank's Private…

Nigeria’s economic outlook darkens as IMF flags oil, global risks

Onome Amuge The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has lowered its economic growth forecasts for Nigeria in 2025 and 2026, citing…

China taps Into gold transaction boom with fast, paperless ATM solution

Onome Amuge As gold prices continue to rise to unprecedented levels globally, a novel technology is capturing public attention in…

International aid falls 71% amid shifting donor priorities

Onome Amuge International aid from official donors declined in 2024, marking the first drop after five consecutive years of expansion,…