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Nigeria back on global economic frontline, says Shettima

Vice President Kashim Shettima has returned to Abuja after a week‑long diplomatic and economic mission to Guinea and Switzerland, declaring that Nigeria has reclaimed a frontline role in global economic and policy conversations. He represented President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the inauguration of Guinea’s President Mamadi Doumbouya in Conakry and led Nigeria’s delegation to the 2026 World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos.​ According to his media aide Stanley Nkwocha, Shettima said Nigeria used the trips to reaffirm its leadership within ECOWAS and open fresh bilateral channels, especially in agriculture and manufacturing. He stressed that the engagements underscored the Renewed Hope Agenda’s focus on regional solidarity and economic repositioning.​ A major highlight was the commissioning of Nigeria House Davos, the country’s first sovereign pavilion on the Davos Promenade, designed as a permanent investment hub for opportunities in solid minerals, agriculture and […]

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Tinubu says new tax laws will boost prosperity

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has assured Nigerians that his government’s new tax regime will support shared prosperity, sustained growth and long-term economic stability.​In his New Year message, he said the reforms are meant to harmonise taxes, end multiple taxation, raise revenue sustainably and strengthen funding for infrastructure and social programmes, not to overburden citizens.​He praised states that have already adopted harmonised tax laws, noting that a streamlined system will reduce excessive levies and improve Nigeria’s fiscal foundation.​ Tinubu said the difficult reforms carried out in 2025 are already producing measurable gains despite global economic headwinds, and that more benefits will reach ordinary Nigerians in 2026.​He highlighted a growth plan to bring at least 10 million Nigerians into productive economic activity by empowering at least 1,000 people in each of the country’s 8,809 wards through agriculture, trade, food processing and mining.​The […]

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2026 marks stronger phase for Nigeria’s economic growth

President Bola Tinubu says 2026 will mark the start of a stronger phase of economic growth for Nigeria built on reforms carried out in 2025.In his New Year message, he explained that the country closed 2025 with steady GDP growth, more stable exchange rates and inflation falling toward government targets.​He noted that annual GDP growth is expected to exceed four percent for 2025, with trade surpluses and better investor confidence helping to stabilise the economy.​ Tinubu said his government will focus in 2026 on reducing inflation further so that prices of goods and services become more manageable for households.​He added that the aim is to ensure that the benefits of economic reforms are felt by every Nigerian home, not just by big companies or investors.​According to him, this includes creating more jobs, protecting incomes and improving living standards through targeted […]

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Edun: Economy stable despite Sokoto airstrikes, markets show strong gains

Finance Minister Wale Edun says Nigeria’s economy remains stable despite the recent joint Nigeria US airstrikes on terrorist camps in Sokoto State. He stressed that such security operations strengthen investor confidence rather than undermine it.​ Edun explained that the precise, intelligence led strikes targeted threats to national safety and economic activity, distinguishing them from actions that could destabilise markets. He noted that security and economic stability are interconnected, with every effort to protect citizens being inherently pro growth and pro investment.​ Under President Bola Tinubu’s leadership, Nigeria recorded 3.98% GDP growth in Q3 2025 after 4.23% in Q2, with stronger Q4 performance expected. Inflation has fallen below 15% for the seventh straight month due to effective fiscal and monetary policies.​ Nigeria’s financial markets are operating smoothly with credit upgrades from Moody’s, Fitch and S&P validating reform efforts. The stock market […]

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Nigeria’s Economy Gets a Major Boost: GDP Rebases to ₦205 Trillion, Grows 3.46% in Q1 2025

Nigeria’s Economy Expands to ₦205 Trillion After Rebasing The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has announced a major recalibration of Nigeria’s economic size, rebasing GDP from ₦80 trillion to ₦205 trillion—a 41.7% increase from the previous 2014 benchmark. Alongside this revision, the economy grew by 3.46% year-on-year in Q1 2025, showing:📈 Improvement from Q4 2024 (2.98%)📉 Slight dip from Q1 2024 (3.61%) Key Highlights from the NBS Report 🔹 New GDP Base Year: 2019 (replacing the old benchmark)🔹 Top Performing Sectors: Crop Production (Agriculture) Trade Real Estate Telecommunications Oil & Gas 🔹 Rebasing Impact: Better captures Nigeria’s evolving digital economy, services, and informal sector contributions. What Does GDP Rebasing Mean? ✅ Updated Economic Snapshot: Reflects current industries like tech and fintech.✅ More Accurate Growth Measurement: Aligns with modern consumption patterns.⚠️ Not a Growth Miracle: Doesn’t mean Nigerians are suddenly richer—just better counted. Economic Growth in Context ✔ Positive: Economy still expanding despite inflation and FX pressures.✔ Concern: Growth rate remains below population increase (3.5%), meaning per capita income isn’t […]

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Can Nigeria Hit Its $1 Trillion Economy Goal by 2030? Unemployment Crisis Threatens Progress

Nigeria’s $1 Trillion Economy Ambition: How Unemployment Could Derail Progress Nigeria’s bold vision to achieve a $1 trillion economy by 2030 is under severe threat, with experts warning that worsening unemployment and underemployment rates could derail the initiative. As graduates flood an oversaturated job market and companies downsize amid economic pressures, the nation’s labor crisis is reaching a tipping point. The Unemployment Time Bomb Recent data from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) reveals a labor force participation rate of 79.5% in Q2 2024, with rural areas (83.2%) outperforming urban zones (73.2%). While the employment-to-population ratio rose to 76.1%, these figures mask harsh realities: stagnant wages, factory closures, and a growing reliance on loans to survive. Dr. Muda Yusuf, Director of the Centre for Promotion of Private Enterprise (CPPE), highlights alarming trends: “Key sectors like agriculture, manufacturing, and trade—critical for […]

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