Customs, American Business Council Expand Trade Cooperation
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) and the American Business Council (ABC) have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening trade relations and addressing challenges affecting business operations through sustained engagement between the public and private sectors. A statement on Wednesday by Customs spokesperson, Abdulahi Maiwada says the resolution was reached during the quarterly Customs–ABC […]
SEDC Selects 25 Startups for Venture Capital Support
By Oluuwakemi Kindness The South East Development Commission (SEDC) has selected 25 startups for funding, mentorship, and investor access under its inaugural South East Venture Capital Program (SEVCP), aimed at driving innovation, entrepreneurship, and economic growth across the South East. The announcement followed the conclusion of the programme’s pitch competition, which attracted startups operating in […]
WATAF Pushes Digital VAT Reform Across Region
By Oluwakemi Kindness The West African Tax Administration Forum (WATAF) has called for urgent digital reform of Value Added Tax (VAT) systems across West Africa, warning that inefficiencies are undermining revenue collection and slowing economic growth. The call was made at a regional forum held on April 21, 2026, in Abidjan, organised by the African […]
Political Exclusion Hindering Good Governance in Nigeria – Prof Igoche
By: Anayo Akwiti A Professor of Peace and Conflict Resolution, Edwin Igoche, has identified political polarization and extremism as major obstacles to achieving lasting peace and effective governance in Nigeria. Speaking in a statement made available to Democracy Radio on Friday, the Professor emphasized that tackling these challenges requires a multi-faceted approach involving individuals, […]