Set up National Framework to stabilise food prices — CPPE tells Nigerian Govt
The Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise (CPPE) has advised the Federal Government to urgently establish a National Farm Price Stabilisation and Farmer Income Protection Framework to tackle rising food prices and strengthen food security in Nigeria. The group says unstable prices, weak market systems, and policy uncertainty are hurting farmers and discouraging long-term […]
Fuel price cut: Why Nigerian govt policy should favour Dangote Refinery, domestic refineries – CPPE
The Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise (CPPE) has advised the Federal Government to design fuel pricing and import policies that support Nigeria’s local refineries, especially the Dangote Refinery. According to the group, doing so will help reduce the cost of fuel, improve energy security, and strengthen the local economy. CPPE said that allowing […]
Economists explain why rice price drop sparks mixed reactions among Nigerians, traders
Economists and financial analysts have attributed the recent drop in rice prices to conflicting interests between consumers and traders. While Nigerians are celebrating the affordability of rice, traders lament the decline in profit margins, which they say negatively affects their businesses. This was highlighted by Muda Yusuf, CEO of the Centre for the Promotion of […]
Tinubu’s Presidential Pardon Can Damage Investors’ Confidence – CPPE
The Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise (CPPE) has expressed serious concern over President Bola Tinubu’s recent presidential pardon, warning that it could weaken investors’ confidence in Nigeria’s economy. The organisation said the decision to pardon individuals convicted of economic and financial crimes sends the wrong signal to both domestic and foreign investors. In […]
Food prices remain high despite fourth inflation decline – CPPE
The Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise (CPPE) has expressed concern that food prices in Nigeria remain high even though inflation has dropped again. Figures from the National Bureau of Statistics show that headline inflation fell to 21.88 percent in July 2025, compared to 22.22 percent in June. This is the fourth straight decline, […]