Tinubu, Shettima meet World Bank delegation at State House
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima have met with a senior delegation from the World Bank at the State House in Abuja. The meeting took place on Tuesday and reflects ongoing engagement between Nigeria and international development partners. The World Bank team was led by the Managing Director of Operations, Anna Bjerde. […]
Ogun gets World Bank nod on effective project delivery in women empowerment
Ogun State has received high marks from the World Bank for its exceptional performance in women empowerment and effective implementation of the Nigeria for Women Project (NFWP). A high-level World Bank delegation, including Vice President for Operations Policy and Country Services, Ms. Gallina Vicelette, and Country Director, Mr. Mathew Verghis, visited the state to assess […]
Benue to strengthen ties with FG, World Bank for women’s economic project
The Benue State Government has announced plans to strengthen its partnership with the Federal Government and the World Bank to support a women-focused economic development project. The move is aimed at improving livelihoods and expanding opportunities for women across the state. State officials said the collaboration will focus on skills development, access to finance, and […]
Why Nigerians Shouldn’t Expect Okonjo-Iweala to Tell Tinubu Truth About Economy – Abati
Veteran journalist and former presidential media adviser, Reuben Abati, has criticized Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala after she told President Bola Tinubu that Nigeria’s economy is bouncing back. Abati argued that Nigerians should not expect the Director-General of the World Trade Organization to openly state the harsh realities of the economy to the president. According to him, […]
Tinubu did better than Peter Obi would have done – Reno Omokri
Reno Omokri, a well-known political analyst and former aide to ex-President Goodluck Jonathan, believes President Bola Tinubu is doing better than Peter Obi would have if he had won the 2023 election under the Labour Party. In an interview on Channels Television’s “Politics Today,” Omokri shared his views on Tinubu’s performance so far. He focused […]
Nigerian economy stabilising — CBN Governor, Cardoso
The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Olayemi Cardoso, has said that Nigeria’s economy is now showing signs of stability. He spoke about this at a press conference held after the CBN’s 300th Monetary Policy Committee meeting on Tuesday. According to him, investors have shown more trust in Nigeria’s economy over the past […]
Osinbajo Hosted By Member Of EDS25 Representing Africa At The World Bank, IMF
On his second day in Washington D.C., former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo was warmly welcomed by members of the EDS25 group. This group represents countries like Angola, South Africa, and Nigeria at the World Bank. The meeting was led by Mrs. Zainab Ahmed, the former Minister of Finance, Budget, and National Planning of Nigeria. She […]
World Bank approves $1.08bn loan to boost Nigeria’s education, nutrition, and economic resilience
The World Bank has approved a $1.08 billion loan to help Nigeria improve its education, nutrition, and economic stability. This funding will support underserved communities, aiming to improve education, expand nutrition services, and help vulnerable households cope with economic challenges. The funds are mainly for the NG-CARES Programme, which started to address the economic impacts […]
Sanusi Comes Under Fire Over Criticism Of Tinubu’s Economic Policies
Former Central Bank Governor and ex-Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has sparked controversy over his recent criticism of President Bola Tinubu’s economic policies. During the 21st Chief Gani Fawehinmi Memorial Lecture in Lagos, Sanusi voiced his concerns, stating that the government is not managing the economy properly. He also claimed that Tinubu’s administration lacks […]
Tinubu’s Policies Are Pathways To Poverty – Governor Oborevwor
Delta State Governor, Chief Sheriff Oborevwori, has strongly criticized the economic policies of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, describing them as “pathways to poverty” for Nigerians. In a recent statement, Governor Oborevwori blamed the APC-led government’s economic measures, particularly the removal of the petroleum subsidy and the floating of the Naira, for the severe hunger, poverty, […]