Economy Archives - Page 25 of 69

Jul

03

2024

Nigeria or Nigeria Ltd: A Nation’s Struggle for True Independence

Column, Economy, Metro, News, Opinion, Politics2027, Bin Abbas, Economy, National Youth Alliance, Opinion, Politics

By; AMBASSADOR ALIYU BIN ABBAS Since gaining independence from British colonial rule in 1960, Nigeria's journey has been a turbulent one. The initial euphoria of self-governance was quickly overshadowed by a series of military coups that plunged the nation into political instability. The subsequent military regimes and the devastating Biafra War left indelible marks on Nigeria's socio-political landscape. As we examine Nigeria's trajectory from its independence to the present, we must confront the unsettling theory that foreign interests have covertly manipulated Nigeria’s leadership, fostering corruption and undermining the country's sovereignty. The Path to Independence and Indigenous Political Participation Nigeria's path…

Jun

30

2024

By Amos Oge Kalu

Hon. Ibe Okwara Osonwa Empowers 200 Constituents with Agro-Business Training and Support

Abia State, Economy, Metro, News, Ohafia, Politics, SponsoredAbia State, Agriculture, Economy, Ibe Okwara Osonwa, Ohafia, Politics

In a significant move towards fostering self-sustainable food security and Agro-business development, Hon. Ibe Okwara Osonwa has empowered 200(100 from each Local Government) constituents with essential training and startup support in poultry and fisheries. This initiative marks another milestone in his commitment to economic growth and community development. Yesterday's event was a vibrant gathering where constituents received comprehensive training and crucial resources to kickstart their ventures in poultry and fisheries. The support provided included bags of fish feed, bags of poultry feed, fingerlings, cartons of chicks, drinkers and feeders for poultry, and a pond for fish farming. This holistic approach…

Jun

29

2024

By Amos Oge Kalu

FIRS: The picture is here – Column

Business, Economy, News, OpinionEconomy, Metro

!By abiodun KOMOLAFE We are in a time of pronounced change of thinking in a positive direction in Nigeria after decades of misadventures. To support this change, we must focus on the key policies and drivers of reform in order to assist them in their endeavours. A crucial aspect of this transformation is transitioning from a consumption-based economy to one driven by productivity, essential for achieving sustainable development. To achieve this, there is an urgent need for the prioritization of revenue collection to redirect Nigeria’s very economic foundation. While we may not subscribe to the ‘great man theory of history’,…

Jun

29

2024

By Amos Oge Kalu

Food costs are high due to extortion and poor roads, according to C’River farmers

Economy, Metro, News, OpinionAgriculture, Cross River, Economy, Health, Metro, Opinion

The deplorable condition of farm produce evacuation roads and the frequent extortions by government agents have been bemoaned by farmers and community leaders in the northern senatorial district of Cross River. In the northern region, which includes Yala, Ogoja, Obudu, Bekwarra, and Obanliku, agriculture is the primary source of income. They claimed that because of the poor roads connecting their villages, they are unable to transport their produce to markets and urban areas, which has resulted in the waste of their farm crops. "The issue of numerous extortion checkpoints in these villages and towns has become very worrisome," stated Joseph…

Jun

29

2024

By Amos Oge Kalu

Nigerian government plans to improve internet access in underprivileged areas.

Business, Economy, MetroEconomy, Metro, Next Level, Nigeria

Through Nigeria Communications Satellite Limited or NIGCOMSAT, the Nigerian government has launched an initiative to transform underprivileged communities access to dependable and reasonably priced internet services. According to the agency, it has forged a ground-breaking alliance with a few private businesses that specialise in providing rural connectivity solutions. She claims that the strategic partnership intends to transform underprivileged communities across the nation's access to dependable and reasonably priced internet services. Bantam stated that to connect remote and rural areas that have historically lacked access to the internet, NIGCOMSAT and the private entities would combine their respective strengths to deploy state-of-the-art…