The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) comes with great economic benefits to Nigeria, but the country could become a dumping ground for products from other Afican countries if she …
Samson Echenim

Samson Echenim
I am a business journalist with nearly two decades of experience. I believe in the good journalism, upholding the ethics of the profession. Journalism should work as a catalyst for economic development and a healthy nation. From writing news, features, analysis, and everything in between, to crafting investigative and development reports, it is always a pleasure to engage my world in the most productive manner. Welcome to my world!
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NEWS & PUBLIC ECONOMYTRANSPORT
AfDB, partners to make Abidjan-Lagos highway economic hub, as work starts 2026
The African Development Bank (AfDB) and its partners plan to make the Abidjan-Lagos corridor highway a potent economic and industrial hub, the bank has said. The bank also revealed at …
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NEWS & PUBLIC ECONOMYSHIPPING & TRADE
Nigeria drafts national policy on blue economy, seeks stakeholders input
Following the recent creation of a ministry for marine resources and blue economy, Nigeria has begun the process to lay policy foundation and blueprint for her maritime industry to thrive. …
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NEWS & PUBLIC ECONOMYOIL & GAS
Nigerians disappointed, angry as Dangote Refinery reduces fuel price by only N20
Nigerians have gone on rampage to express their anger on social media tweeting platform, X after Dangote Petroleum Refinery announced a reduction in the prevailing price of its Premium Motor …
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NEWS & PUBLIC ECONOMYSHIPPING & TRADE
FG’s reluctance to renew seaport lease contracts unsettles terminal operators, slows down investment
The Federal Government’s indecision and reluctance to renew the seaport concession agreement with terminal operators has slowed down investment in the shipping logistics subsector. The Nigerian Economy report that the …
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NEWS & PUBLIC ECONOMYSHIPPING & TRADE
AfCTA: Experts want Oyetola to seek removal of 14% duty on imported vessels
To enhance Nigeria’s participation in the $450 billion African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) agreement, maritime industry experts have called on the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola …
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AGENCIESAVIATION TRAVELS & HOSPITALITY
Abuja, Lagos airports get aerodrome recertification after 4 years
Nigeria’s flagship international airports, the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja and the Murtala Mohammed International Airport, Lagos have received full aerodrome recertification after four years of inactive status. According to …
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The Director-General and Chief Executive Officer of the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC), Abisoye Coker-Odusote on Friday said the commission had paid all its Front-end Partners (FEPs) as it undergoes …
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CUSTOMSNEWS & PUBLIC ECONOMYSHIPPING & TRADE
Customs CG convenes high-powered meeting over illegal transborder trade ahead of yuletide
Obviously worried by the high volume of contrabands and illicit goods endlessly intercepted by men of Nigeria Customs Service around the country’s land borders, the Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adewale …
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AGENCIESAVIATION TRAVELS & HOSPITALITY
NCAA organises consumer awareness event to sensitize air travellers in Abuja
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) is organizing consumer awareness programme aimed at sensitizing air travelers on their rights, duties and responsibilities necessary to enhance pleasant traveling experience. The Nigerian …