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Understanding how university subjects influence lifetime earnings
New research shows that university subject choices drastically impact lifetime earnings, with medicine leading to high returns while other degrees may provide little financial benefit.
Oil costs drop to pre-Iran conflict levels as shipping lanes reopen
Oil prices have returned to pre-conflict levels as commercial shipping lanes through the Strait of Hormuz begin to reopen following recent US-Iran negotiations.
Government implements temporary VAT reduction on family activities and children’s meals
A temporary VAT reduction on family attractions and children's meals launches this week, though experts and businesses question its overall effectiveness and implementation costs.
Spyro Accuses Nigerian Clerics of Profiting from National Crisis
Singer Spyro claims that religious leaders in Nigeria are exploiting the country's insecurity and economic hardship for financial gain, urging them to prioritize their congregants' welfare instead.
PwC Report Highlights Resilient Growth Trends Among African Family Enterprises
PwC's 2025 survey reveals that African family businesses are outperforming global sales averages by prioritizing technology, reputation, and disciplined growth strategies.
Five West African Nations Establish Authority to Manage $16 Billion Abidjan-Lagos Highway
Nigeria and four regional partners have launched a management authority to oversee the development of the $16 billion Abidjan-Lagos highway project.
AFNIS 2026: President Tinubu Calls for Unified African Strategy to Maximize Mineral Wealth
President Bola Tinubu urges African nations to unite, cease raw mineral exports, and prioritize local processing and industrialization to boost the continent's economic future.
Zamfara State Government Outlines Use of World Bank SABER Funding
The Zamfara State Government is utilizing World Bank SABER funds to improve local infrastructure and business systems, including the establishment of new small claims courts.
ADC Rebukes Bayo Onanuga for Dismissing Economic Hardship
The African Democratic Congress has criticized presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga for claiming he does not see the severe hunger Nigerians are reporting, labeling the comments as deeply out of touch.
Nigeria Emphasizes Local Revenue Growth as Key to Development
Nigeria's finance officials and international partners discuss why sub-national fiscal capacity is essential for achieving national development goals.